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Dr Akoi-Jackson highlights African identity as inspiration for artistic expression

Kobina Baidoo Badu — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:19:54 +0000

Dr Bernard Akoi-Jackson, an artist and lecturer at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), has highlighted the importance of African identity and cultural history in shaping his artistic practice. Speaking on Franco Vibes with host Rev. Erskine during a discussion on “Creative Crossroads: Exploring Art and Cultural Exchange”, Dr Akoi-Jackson said his […]

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‘Ghana’s history and culture are monumental’ — Rita Mawuena sheds light on artistic vision

Kobina Baidoo Badu — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 11:06:57 +0000

Ghanaian artist Rita Mawuena, founder and director of Si Hene, says her years in the United States shaped her sense of identity and influenced her artistic journey, inspiring her to highlight the significance of Ghana’s history and culture through her work. Speaking on Franco Vybez with Rev. Erskine, Mawuena explained that growing up among people […]

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Christie Brown founder urges Anglophone, Francophone designers to collaborate

Kobina Baidoo Badu — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:06:35 +0000

Aisha Ayensu, founder of luxury fashion brand Christie Brown, has called for deeper collaboration between Anglophone and Francophone African fashion brands, saying trust and a clear understanding of each region’s strengths are key to growing the continent’s industry. Ms. Ayensu said Ghana’s closeness to Francophone countries has not produced enough cross-pollination, with language still standing […]

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Streetwear is about identity, not a fashion category — Yayra Agbofah

Kobina Baidoo Badu — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 17:03:08 +0000

Streetwear should not be treated as a fixed fashion category but as a means of expressing identity, mood and cultural belonging through clothing, says Yayra Agbofah, founder and creative director of The Revival. Speaking on Episode 5 of Franco Vybz, hosted by Rev. Erskine on YFM, Mr Agbofah addressed what he considers a major misconception […]

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Christie Brown honours my grandmother’s legacy — Founder reveals

Kobina Baidoo Badu — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:30:08 +0000

Aisha Ayensu, Aisha Ayensu,luxury fashion brand Christie Brown, has revealed that the brand was named after her grandmother, a seamstress whose legacy continues to inspire her work. Speaking on Episode 5 of Franco Vybz with Rev. Erskine about the inspiration behind the brand, Ms. Ayensu explained that her grandmother worked as a seamstress throughout her […]

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