The Ghana Paradox Podcast

In this episode, Charlene, Paa Kwesi Botchey and Derrick discuss if vloggers and influencers do more good or harms to the reputation of Ghana? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode the trio sits down to discuss Ghana and its music industry. Ghana has long-established numbers of music producers and artists, who have influenced music around the world. From Osibisa and more, Ghana's excellence is well renowned, however, it seems that sometimes, nation's music does not go as far as it is should.In this episode, the team discusses how the Government and private businesses should do more to support the music industry in diverse ways.It is high time that the Ghana government and other stakeholders invest in the music industry to create job opportunities and help a lot of Ghanaian youth with great talents to earn them a livelihood.The country could also use the industry to create a positive image that could project it positively to the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Ghana Paradox Podcast, Paa Kwesi Botchey has taken a leave of absence to attend to his many business engagements.Charlene and Derrick are leading conversations with one Ghana's independent presidential candidate, Marricke Kofi Gane.A fellow Diasporan, he is a Donor Fund Manager; Corporate Training; PFM ; Due Diligence; Management Consulting; Public Speaker and author. He is a chartered accountant and international development practitioner and in 2019 he announced his decision to contest in the Presidential race in the 2020 elections as an Independent Presidential Candidate.  Marricke touted himself as a highly experienced person whose “unique blend of local, regional and international experiences” are crucial to Ghana’s needs and will help him to succeed in transforming the country. His core vision is to “build Economic, Social, Technological and Political pillars that drive Ghana into first world statuswithin 25 years” of his administration.  He stated that Ghana’s educational system and economy need radical policy innovations to create new opportunities by releasing the full potential of the country’s human resource adding that “the solution to development lies in the youthful population, if well-equipped, motivated and then directed”.  He is a big believer in youth power and says that "Our biggest resource is the youth. It's our opportunity to bridge the gap. Our opportunity to get into the future." He also added that the current Government has mismanaged the Covid-19 situation. Join us as we listen to the manifesto of the potential new president of Ghana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Paa Kwesi Botchey, Charlene Bello and Derrick Owusu Amoako are discussing the latest happenings in Ghana.Last week, armed men stormed the Nigerian High Commissioner’ residence in Accra with bulldozers to demolish a block of apartments in the diplomatic building on Friday night. The building which was still undergoing construction was being built to house staff and visiting diplomats to the Nigeria High Commission in Ghana. Eyewitness said the armed men threatened to shoot staff of the Nigerian embassy who were present at the scene if they interfere in their operations.The latest attack is, however, not the first time that the residency of the Nigerian embassy in Ghana has been threatened by alleged intimidation from Ghana.In this episode, we explore the curious relationship between the two countries, some of the history,the hostility between Ghana and Nigeria, the actual case and what should be done to improve and see both nations prospering and become the real giants of West Africa, if not the entire Continent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Ghana Paradox Podcast, panellists trio Paa Kwesi Botchey, Charlene Bello and Derrick Owusu Amoako continue to discuss all things Ghana, Diaspora, politics, culture and socio-economic issues affecting the country, young people and the next generations.In this episode, they discuss the upcoming Ghana's elections and if Ghana should add televised debates to their elections to improve transparency and further accountability. with all political candidates, So,the question is ' Why are televised debates important and should be introduced to the Ghana political system?'. Tune in, enjoy and spread the word!!!The Ghana Paradox Podcast - From Ghana to the world, inspiring change and discussing solutions.#ForwardEver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Ghana Paradox Podcast (GPP) Charlene Bello, Paa Kwesi Botchey and Derrick Owusu Amoako discuss all things Ghana, Diaspora and all the latest political, cultural and socio-economic happenings in the country, affecting diplomatic, foreign and all business relations.The first part of the podcast, sees the trio reviewing the latest news from the many outlets, including news on Covid-19 and how Ghana has carved for itself a position of leadership. In the second part, the conversation focuses on how Ghana should leverage the power of sports to advance the country and young people. From improving infrastructures, to implement more competitiveness and discipline in children from a young age, sport can be the game-changer to contribute to the country's transformation....after all sports reflect real society.The Ghana Paradox Podcast - From Ghana to the world - Inspiring solutions and bringing change.Join the conversation, enjoy it and spread the word!!!!#ForwardEver Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the host and panellists, Derrick Amoako, Charlene Bello and Paa Kwesi Botchey discuss the latest paper reviews about Ghana and its management of Covid-19.In the second segment, we speak with media expert and international journalist Nii Akwei Akwei discussing the Government successes and failures in light of the pandemic and the role of the young Ghanaian Diaspora. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast bringing you all things Ghana and Diaspora. Informing and entertaining people on socio-economic,political and cultural matters affecting Ghana and the Diaspora. In this pilot episode, the host, Derrick and panellists Charlene and Paa Kwesi Botchey are discussing Ghana, Covid-19, how the Government has managed it and how this crisis can be used ti improve the country's health system.Both panellists are bringing their expertise and experience, discussing alternative solutions that can help Ghana and the Diaspora to advance and provide adequate socio-economic measures for all citizens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.