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 Afajato Anthology Authors Share Insights on Writing Process and Themes In a recent interview, authors Benjamin Cyril Arthur, Akorfa Dawson, Alberta Morty, and Ursula M. Abanga shed light on their creative processes and the inspiration behind their stories featured in the Afajato anthology, which delves into narratives set around the Volta Lake region. The authors, members of the the Ama Atta Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing, showcased diverse approaches to storytelling while staying true to a central theme. Their anthology, *Afajato: Stories from Around the Volta Lake*, marks a significant literary contribution, exploring the cultural and social fabric of the Volta region. During a reading and discussion session hosted by the Aidoo Centre, the authors engaged with students from African University College of Communications (AUCC). "I write based on social issues around. So with this theme of stories from the Volta Lake, I picked an issue that was child labor and male children bei...

Kwame Brenya, a Ghanaian performance artist discloses that he got possessed by the power of the Adinkra symbols and the Adinkra language when he wrote his latest book "Adinkra Kasa!", during his book presentation at the Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing, last Thursday. "What inspired me to write this book was that I started wearing Adinkra rings. Rings which had the Adinkra symbol on them. People started asking me to lend them some anytime I went out and I was giving them out. Now I sell them. The elders say that when you get closer to a water body you see how it moves. When I got closer to the Adinkra symbols the power of the Adinkra symbols moved me. You can say that I got possessed by the Adinkra language. So it's just the Adinkra speaking through me. I didn't do anything but interpret what it was saying," explained Kwame Brenya. The award-winning poet had published a new book called  "Adinkra Kasa!" and had been invited by the Aidoo Centre to p...

 Renowned Ghanaian actor Adjetey Anang revealed that the inspiration for launching his memoir on his birthday stemmed from a desire to break the conventional pattern of waiting until the later stages of one's career to share wisdom and experiences during an interview hosted at African University College of Communication. "Well, the inspiration behind writing this book was that I wanted to break the cycle of getting to the end of your career or when you’ve seen it all, done it all at an old age, then you write a memoir, a biography, autobiography, and all that," Anang expressed passionately. "And I thought that that would be a bit late because the people who are walking your path, the people who are about to make the same mistakes you made, the people who need guidance, a word of encouragement now, and so waiting for how many years would not do them any good." The book delves into Adjetey Anang's life prior to, during, and following the commencement of his ca...

 Exploring the "Akoben" Adinkra Symbol Picture this: A symbol of a warrior, poised and watchful, ready to sound the alarm. A symbol of vigilance and preparedness.  Legend has it that in ancient times, when the Akan people of Ghana needed to mobilize quickly for defense or hunting, they relied on a horn (known as "kɔ", in the Akan language) to call their people to action. This call to action was a critical signal, ensuring everyone was alert and ready. The Akoben symbol is an Adinkra symbol crafted like a war horn, with a distinct curled shape resembling the horn's form. The Akan word is derived from the term "aben" and it means animal horn. Its message is clear: stay vigilant and be prepared for whatever life may bring.  Adinkra symbols are pictures that stand for ideas or sayings. People use these symbols a lot on fabrics, logos, and pottery. They also put them on walls and in buildings. Adinkra symbols can be found on special Akan goldweights and are...

  The event "Afajato: Stories from Around the Volta Lake" is a celebration of regional literature and cultural heritage, showcasing the diversity and richness of stories from the Volta Lake region. On Thursday, March 28, 2024, the Ama Atta Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing (AAACCW) launched its latest anthology, "Afajato: Stories from Around the Volta Lake," at the B&PD Centre at the African University College of Communications (AUCC) in Adabraka, Accra.   This collection of short stories, centered in the Volta region of Ghana, features the works of 15 authors, most of them beginners, and a few seasoned writers. These authors are now part of the 76-member alumni of the Aidoo Centre, carrying forward the legacy of the late Ama Atta Aidoo. The anthology was compiled and edited by Nana Sandy Achampong, the Anthologist and director of the AAA Centre for Creative Writing, showcasing the diverse narratives from the regions surrounding the Volta Lake. The event began w...

  The Pempamsie symbol, being part of the broader Adinkra symbols used by the Akan people of Ghana, does not have a specific year of discovery.  These symbols have been a part of Akan culture for centuries and have been passed down through generations. They are believed to have originated in the 19th century, but the exact timeline of their development and usage is not well-documented. The Adinkra symbol "PEMPAMSIE" originates from the Akan people of Ghana, West Africa. It is derived from the words "pem," which means to "keep" or "preserve," and "pamsie," which means "separate" or "unite." The symbol represents the importance of being firm and steadfast in one's decisions and actions, as well as the need to guard against negative influences. PEMPAMSIE is often associated with readiness, steadfastness, and the ability to endure hardships. It is a symbol of strength and resilience, reminding individuals to remain s...