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Beccainspires women after topping UPSA graduating class
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Ghanaian award winning musician, Rebecca Acheampong Sanni-Daniel, known in showbiz circles as Becca, has inspired women after emerging the overall best graduating student of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).
She bagged Masters in Brands and Communication Management and was the valedictorian with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.29.
Delivering her valedictory speech on behalf of the class of 2022 on Tuesday, she said she hoped someone especially girls out there would be inspired by her feat to study hard and also come out with flying colours.
The songstress said she was a testimony that “if you dare to dream, you can have it.”
According to her, as a wife, mother, a career professional and a singer, furthering her education seemed impossible, but her ever-supporting husband, DrSanni-Daniel, stood by her through thick and thin to realise her dream.
Becca added that “I dedicate this to every young girl out there, do not underestimate the power and the mind of a determined woman.”
She acknowledged the Vice Chancellor and lecturers for their commitment and efforts in shaping the future of their students.
Becca attended Wesley Girls Senior High School, and later studied Child Care Education at Croydon College, UK.
With determination to attain higher heights in education, she attended Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) where she graduated with First Class Honours after studying Operations and Project Management.
Becca has been in the music industry for about 15 years with numerous songs to her repertoire and over 70 awards in Ghana and beyond.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Nineteen57 Events announces Black Stars Legacy Awards
Nineteen57 Events has announced the launch of an event aimed at celebrating Ghanaian, African, and diaspora achievements.
The event is a prestigious platform dedicated to honouring exceptional individuals and organizations contributing to the growth and success of the Ghanaian society, the African continent, and the African diaspora.
Since its inception as part of Rhythms on the Runway in 2019 during Ghana’s historic Year of Return celebration, the Black Star Legacy Awards has recognized remarkable achievements in creative arts, culture, and beyond.
It has always been a component of ‘Rhythms On Da Runway,’ however, the organisers have decided to stage it as an independent event this year.
This shift allows for an expanded focus, honouring excellence across various fields, including business, leadership, innovation, science, and humanitarian efforts.
This bold move aligns with the awards’ mission of celebrating the spirit of achievement and innovation that defines Ghana and connects it to the broader Pan-African and global community.
While specific event details, including categories and selection criteria, are still being finalised, the Black Star Legacy Awards promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the very best of Ghana, Africa, and the diaspora.
Esteemed icons from Ghana, Africa and the African Diay such as Obrafour, Ricci Osei, Hon. Lisa Hanna, Reggie Rockstone, Queen Asabea Cropper, Nene Agyemang, Agya Koo Nimo, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Morgan Heritage, Stonebwoy, and Richard Mofe Damijo have been among the honorees, setting the stage for what has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of excellence.
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Zhikay Junior launches ‘The mind shift campaign’
Ghanaian award winning gospel blogger Isaac Nartey, popularly known as Zhikay Ike Junior, and his team have launched a campaign at Sap’s School in Teshie-Nungua, located in the Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra region.
Themed ‘The mind shift campaign’, it was aimed to touch the lives of students by educating them on the use of social media and how it can impact lives.
Isaac Nartey, told The Spectator that the purpose of the campaign was to orient students in Ghana about social media and its impact.
Sharing photos from the campaign on Facebook, Zhikay also emphasised the importance of listening to children’s concerns, which include mental health, emotions, and societal acceptance.
“We must not consider children as just minors, they have genuine concerns that revolve around mental health, emotions, societal acceptance and others. We must create avenues for their voice to be heard,” He explained
The campaign included education, games, and entertainment. Some students received customized ‘Zhikay’ items as rewards for their hard work.
This initiative seems to be made a positive impact on the students.
‘The school tour will delve into the overview of social media and how it can be used to impact society positively,’ he added
Zhikay embarked on the tour with popular Ghanaian content creators such as “Freedom Official” and “Quecy Official.” Together, they created an educational and engaging atmosphere for the students.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
