The Next Big Thing: Coconsa Handbags……

Senah Handbag by Coconsa....




Esinam Handbag by Coconsa ....




Kwame Rucksack by Coconsa.......



The Elesi clutch by Coconsa.....



More must-have handbags by Coconsa.... omgoodness I want them all!!!!




Paulina Opoku-Gyimah says: Omgoodness
I’m in love with Coconsa handbags!!!! Honestly, if I were to design handbags –the
Coconsa brand would be it!!! You know I’m excited don’t you!

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Is Nana Addo Tamakloe’s Confidence International Model Agency about to change the face of Ghana’s embryonic Fashion Industry?

Amanda at Confidence International Model Agency….




Amanda is 5ft10 from Ghana. A perfect dress size 6/8UK.


 




Clarissa at Confidence International Model Agency….



Clarissa
is 5ft10 from Ghana. A perfect dress size 8UK



Mary Sak

Could Mary Sak be Ghana’s Next Top Model?




Paulina Opoku-Gyimah says: Last year I stumbled across
the above photograph of one of the most stunning

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Business opportunities in Ghana: Shopping Malls are Us…

Economic Update

Ghana: Tapping demand in retail
Ghana | 19 Dec 2012


A rise in purchasing power and a shift towards formal retail space is helping burnish a positive outlook for retailers in Ghana. Mall retailing is still in its infancy, particularly outside the capital, but international brands and developers are increasingly enthusiastic about the country.

Ghana has been attracting

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Objects of Desire: Ayikai Couture’s new Handmade Beaded Jewellery Collection….

 












A.C handmade beaded earrings by Ayikai Couture....


 






Ayikai Couture Handmade Pieces Layered Purple
Rainbow/Gold beaded Necklace…





As you all know, I’m a big fan of the Ayika brand especially
their gorgeous dresses.. -Anyway, Antoinette AyiKai Amuzu, the fabulous lady
behind said label has expanded her brand,  thus, alongside her gorgeous handbags &
clutches, sandals

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Why not check out Root Apartment Hotel’s Rooftop Sky Deli Restaurant on your next visit to Accra, Ghana…..

 



Paulina Opoku-Gyimah says:Wow another exciting hotel to add to Accra’s growing
portfolio of fabulousness.  Feted as the
go-to venue for good coffee by Accra’s style elite, Root Apartment Hotel is not
only a coffee connoisseur’s dream, its rooftop Sky Deli restaurant has the
best views of Accra’s sexy skyline…  

For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/RootsApartmentHotel

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Ghana Right Now.....

Ghana Fashion & Design Week...


Ghana Fashion & Design Week announces plans for 2013
Event.

http://ghanafashionweek.wordpress.com/press-release-news/



ITS THE BIGGEST EVENT OF THE FIRST QUARTER ... #GM1623 LEGON PRESENTS THE FIRST EVER RED CARPET GHANAIAN NIGHT .. 1ST MARCH 2013 AT APHRODISIAIC NIGHT CLUB ... GHC20 ... THIS EVENT IS STRICTLY AFRICAN WEAR .. COME SWAGG IN YOUR GHANAIAN

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Ghana Fashion & Design Week announces plans for 2013 Event.....

Ghana Fashion & Design Week announces plans for 2013 Event.
Accra, 14 February 2013 – Ghana Fashion & Design Week® (GFDW) is pleased to announce the return of the event in the city of Accra, this October 2013, with the exact date and venue soon to be made public.
With Accra ranked 4th must visit city this 2013 by New York Times publication out of a list of 46 cities around the world, the

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A Must: Tawiah Plays The Lexington, Accra...Thursday 28th February 2013 From 8pm.....

THE TALK PARTY SERIES returns on Thurs. 28th Feb. at The Lexington with @TawiahMusic - 8pm, Free.


This month marks our first TALK PARTY SERIES of 2013 and we're excited to be back. We're celebrating the fun time we had at IND!E FUSE in December and the explosion of arts on the ACCRA Do-It-Yourself [DIY] scene.

We're at The Lexington this time around with an exclusive listening party for

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Beauty & Gift Ideas: Body Butter Company…….

"Favours made by The BBC for Aya Morrison's Flagship Store Opening. Citrus Body Oil.."  





Good morning Curlfriends and Afro Dudes, we're still in the month of February so our Chocolate promotion is still running. Just order a body set or the Hair Care Set and get a free bar of chocolate. And if you're in a constant battle with acne, then you should call and order our Anti Acne Set.

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The Rise and Rise of Kaakie’s Music…..

Paulina Opoku-Gyimah says: You know … it always amazes me
the fuss and commotion that the issue of homosexuality raises –not just in
Ghana but the world at large!!! ..


I think people automatically think of sex, not the person or
their work/careers, or their families, or their good deeds/charities,
achievements or whatever when they think of gay people, but I’m thinking…. it’s
safe to say

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Objects of Desire: Shoes & Clutches by Annesi

Annette and Esi Banning Adjepong's fabulous pieces are to live for!!! For more info visit: http://www.annesi.biz/  & https://www.facebook.com/pages/ANNESI/174515042629996 or contact:



0547278920/ 0261307487

 

 

More Info:
Annesi was started by two sisters (Annette and Esi) with a creative outlook on life but having a professional background in Human resources and Product design

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Ghana Rising’s Top 70 Best Dressed Women of Ghanaian Origin 2013…….

1)Noelle Bonner -Fashion PR/Blogger/Model(http://www.fashionfixxation.com/)














2) Aya Brace -Photographer (http://ayabrace.tumblr.com/)










3) Annette Boateng -Fashion Blogger & Socialite (http://annette-hothappenings.blogspot.com/)









4) Rebecca Osei-Baidoo -Buyer for Browns London







5) Melissa Holdbrook-Akposoe -Fashion Stylist / Blogger (http://

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Congratulations: Ama K Abebrese Wins ‘African Screen Personality Award’ at the 2013 Screen Nation Awards……

Adding to her growing lists of accolades including:  'Best Actress in a Lead Role' 2011, Africa
Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) and ‘Best Media Personality' 2010, Ghana UK Based
Achievement Awards (GUBA) –Ama, who is looking more beautiful than ever, can
now boast ‘African Screen Personality Award’ from Charles Thompson ‘s 2013
Screen Nation Awards –too!!!  Go Ama….…..
For more info about

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Notice Board: I’ve received a few emails asking me about the goings on with regards to the pictures on my blog!!! ..Well, I’m sorry to report that since I started using my new computer, I’m no longer able to download pictures from my picture file onto my blog... So, I now have to copy and paste photos directly onto my blog –and it’s not very efficient… What I can suggest ---is to put your curser onto the photos you can’t see, press shift & R at the same time ---and ta da the photo(s) is visible!!!! …… I hope that helps…Thanks Paulina xxx

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Is Adam Afriyie England’s Next Conservative Leader?

“Adam Afriyie was outed as a possible future candidate for
Tory leader if David Cameron were to fall under a bus –and if you’re thinking ‘Adam
who?’ don’t worry.  The ‘Tory Obama’ has
never been a minister, nor really had a public profile. The plots thicken….”
Grazia Magazine

Paulina Opoku-Gyimah says: I been threating for years…. that
my Jojo will becomes England’s first black Prime

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Breaking News from Nigeria: Former Big Brother housemate Goldie Harvey is dead!!!

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOLRfXFkBNY&feature=player_embedded
Credit: hbrkenya·


I can’t believe it…. but the latest news coming out of
Nigeria –is that much loved former Big Brother housemate Goldie –is dead. You can
read all about the much loved Nigerian Big Brother representative via:  http://allafrica.com/stories/201302150170.html



Omgoodness... RIP Goldie

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The Spirit: Daniel Adomaka sings ‘Hallelujah’ on Italy’s Got Talent…..

Daniel Adomaka, Ghanaian Based In Italy Moves A Judge To Tears On Italy's Got Talent - Video
Date: 12-2-2013

Daniel Adomako - Italia's Got Talent - 19.01.2013 by amirdj









Daniel Adomako "Rays" son of Deacon and Mrs Adomako makes it to "Italia's Got Talent 2013, his performance aired nationwide today, 19th of January in Italy. None is able to sit or do without tears. From the

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Rest In Perfect Peace Kujoe Bonsafo Agyei-Kodie.....

Kenyan student held for killing, eating guest,

Date: 1st June 2012 / By: Chris Wamalwa in USA




College student Alexander Kinyua (left) arrested for allegedly killing his roommate Kujoe Bonsafo Agyei-Kodie (right) and eating his heart and brain.
 


A Kenyan has been arrested by US Police in shocking criminal revelation for allegedly killing and eating the flesh of an African house mate.

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Silk Solutions GH –offering Businesses an Easier Passage to Ghana….

“Silk
Solutions is a Business Concierge Service providing assistance on areas
connected to business in Ghana. Our team and partners are here to ensure that
whatever your query we will respond to it effectively, thoroughly and reliably.


Services
= There is no need too great or too small for Silk Solutions to assist you
with. We have a number of packages to respond to the needs of our

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Why not get your wedding stationary customized by Haizel’s Social Stationery?

“Haizel’s Social Stationery is specializes in the
production of hand finished wedding and social stationery that fits perfectly
for you. Whether you have a design in mind or are stuck for ideas, we can help
you create a range of custom made stationery which will complement every aspect
of your event from start to finish. Whatever your style or theme or colour, we
can

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Could Cardinal Peter Turkson be the Next Pope?

Title:Who will be the next pope?
The contenders for Vatican's top job

Two cardinals from Africa, a Canadian and an Italian are among those being tipped to succeed Pope Benedict XVI

Sam Jones and Afua Hirsch /The Guardian, Monday 11 February 2013 17.21 GMT



Cardinal Peter Turkson gets his red hat from Pope John Paul II. The Ghanaian is one of the cardinals tipped to succeed

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Toro Tapas at Afrikiko –Where Accra Goes Spanish……

 



“It
took forever for Tapas Fever to hit Western Africa, but this spot in Afrikiko
makes up for all those years. As the city's first Spanish tapas bar, Toro Tapas
Bar fills a culinary niche.

 

Quintessentially
Spanish, our fresh and exciting menu offers something for everyone. With dishes
from the sea, the field and the garden our tapas dishes are sincerely Spanish
and our paella's

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Ghana Rising Hearts: Emma Van Lare -Miss Face of Africa Texas 2012

"Emma is a junior at the University of Texas at
Austin where she is currently studying Radio-Television-Film and minoring in
Spanish. She has high hopes of becoming a producer of African film and media
and playing a hand in bringing the African film industry to the world stage.
She feels immensely blessed to have had the opportunity to represent the
beautiful country of Ghana in

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Valentine’s Day Offer: Late night shopping at Aya Morrison from 13th -16th February

 



"HURRY!!!!! Let your gifts tell them how much you care, love and adore them. Dont know what to buy??? Don't know where to get the best of clutches, accessories, purses, bags, seductive and unique pieces for both men and women all with a touch of african print??? Swing by the AYA MORRISON ATELIER in DZORWULU from WED 13th FEB till SAT 16th FEB at 10am till 8PM and be love struck by the

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Mental Social Moral Panic: A New Way to watch Football……

Source: https://www.facebook.com/gossipghana




I used to live near one beautiful Ebo sister who
went from selling high-end beauty products in one of London’s chicest department
stores to being sectioned on the streets of Hertfordshire!!
A truly beautiful lady, ***Christine was one of
those virtuous, elegant women who was always carrying high-end shopping bags!! –She was always the first to

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Valentine’s Day Offer: 20% OFF at Eleanor’s Closet

For Valentine's Day ONLY- no matter your relationship status GET 20% OFF ALL OUR STOCK and a WHOPPING 50% OFF our Last Chance to buy items!!!!!!! Plus tomorrow is Late Night Thursdays so you can shop from 12-9!!!!!!!! WHOOP WHOOP!!!!



For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Eleanors-Closet/388723624500296

 

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Ghana Oil & Gas Career Fair takes place from 21st – 22nd February 2013 at the Accra Conference……

“Oil and Gas Career Fair 2013’ is aimed at
practically addressing the challenges associated with the introduction of new
workers to the sector – A two day session to be held on February 21st and 22nd
(2013), at the Accra International Conference Centre and with the theme mapping
your future is designed to introduce mid-level professionals as well as
students to the various intricacies

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Wanderlust’s fab interview with Alan Whelan…..

Title: Time to catch Ghana's rising star

Author and adventurer Alan Whelan on why you should get to Ghana ASAP
By Peter Moore

Alan Whelan's acclaimed first book, African Brew Ha-Ha, described his solo journey from Lancashire to Cape Town in search of the ultimate cup of tea. His second book, The Black Stars of Ghana, is a motorcycle adventure in West Africa.
Alan talks to Peter Moore about

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The Canadian Government Confirms Dawell Prokopetz Died Last Wednesday in Ghana, While on Official Duty…….

Title: Canadian official dies at Golden Tulip Hotel
Dated: 11-2-2013


A senior official of the Canadian government was confirmed dead last Wednesday in Ghana, while on official duty.
Sources told Daily Guide the official, 54-year-old Dawell Prokopetz, who was lodging at the plush Golden Tulip Hotel in Accra, allegedly died after a hot session of sex and drugs at the prestigious hotel.
The

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The ‘Dreamz Fitness’ Team has Ghana dancing Fit….

 





“Body
Building, General Fitness, Losing Weight and Tummy Exercising…. Contact
us for Personal Training (Home and Offices), Mass Aerobics and Exercising
(Organizations,Churches, Schools etc) and Gym Instruction (African Dance
Aerobics etc )." Dreamz Fitness


 


 Paulina
Opoku-Gyimah says: Keeping fit in Accra just got easier –and more fun!!!  Accra’s finest are having the time

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The next Big Thing in Food: Antoinette Ndudu Gilbert…

"I am passionate about good food. 'Good food' to me means quality ingredients, cooked simply in a healthy way and presented beautifully. I teach the art of using herbs and spices to create lip smacking flavours to any dish." Antoinette Ndudu Gilbert



A simple, quick and easy healthy brunch or lunch
An omelette of coriander, fresh chilli, chives served on a bed of green salad, avocado, lime

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Soraya Khalil 4 Christie Brown Resort 2013

Ghana Rising fave, model Soraya Khalil fronts the Christie
Brown Resort 2013 collection and she and the pieces look divine!!!
For
more info or to purchase any of the above pieces visit: http://www.christiebrownonline.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ChristieBrownGH

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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People in Ghana: Headline Grabbing Stuff….

Title: In Bed With the President of Ghana?


Mahesh Kumar A/Associated Press

Supporters of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community at a gay pride parade in Hyderabad, India, Feb. 3  -ANDREW SOLOMON / Dated: 9 -2-13



WHEN my husband-to-be and I met the Ghanaian politician John Dramani Mahama at a friend’s wedding near Accra eight years ago, I liked him immediately. I kept up

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Tourism: Why not check out Venus Lounge, Bar & Grill on your next visit to Accra, Ghana….

Whether
you want to chill and unwind, or are after the perfect venue for a girls night
out, - Venus
Lounge, Bar & Grill is fast becoming the go-to venue to for a fabulous
night!!!


This
year’s destination du jour for watching the Africa Cup of Nations, Venus
Lounge, Bar & Grill is abuzz with the who’s who of Accra’s hot-young-things,
and a welcoming hub for Ghana’s ex-pat community and

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Architecture / Design: Villaggio II is shortlisted for the 2012 Best Tall Building Awards……

Villaggio II Villaggio II, one of Accra's premium residential developments was shortlisted for the 2012 Best Tall Building Awards, held by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. Completed in 2011, the main tower of the development is an imposing block-like structure that stands at 30 storeys high and is the tallest structure of its kind in Ghana and the West African region.

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Health / Wellbeing / Beauty: Dr Ophelia E. Dadzie’s London Ethnic Skin organization to host a free health education seminar on Friday 15th February 2013 at the Whittington Education Centre, North London.....

London
Ethnic Skin is an organization set up to, “promote education, research and
better treatment of skin diseases and aesthetic problems that impact people
with skin of colour/ethnic skin” by Dr Ophelia E. Dadzie, BSc (Hons), MBBS,
MRCP, DipRCPath, a consultant dermatologist and dermatopathologist based in
London, UK.


“LES
is dedicated to the advancement in the management of ethnic

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Grandparents held over child abuse case……

Title: Grandparents granted bail over grand daughter's burnt buttocks -
Written by  admin  / Dated: 7 -2- 13







The burnt buttocks of 11 year old victim




Grandparents of the 11-year-old victim who had her buttocks submerged in hot water over her constant bed wetting, were on Thursday admitted to bail.

 

The court presided over by Ms Sedina Agbamava admitted Christina Torkornu

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Ghana's Most Fashionable Party at Bojo Beach, Hosted By Akwaaba UK.......

Bojo Beach.....just beautiful......






 


 




Edma Ohemaa Lawer
















Very Nice....



Rhoda Neequaye in the centre (in red shorts)...





















 

 

 

































These truly lovely photos come courtesy of Talk of
GH at:  https://www.facebook.com/talkofgh

 

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Ghana Rising Hearts Azizaa.....

AZIZAA GADE FUNAMO ~Leave Me Alone (Official Video)







Credit: Song Written and Performed by Azizaa
Download via: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/gade-funamo-leave-me-alone/id590907611

www.afrikacolor.com afrikacolor@gmail.com
camera: ziREja
Editor: Richar Santana www.richarsantana.com
Make Up: Zaida and www.playcolor.es
lighting: Pepe Páiz

Source: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=

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Ghana Tourism Authority to Host the ‘Africa Domestic Tourism Investment Forum in Ghana on September 18th and 19th 2013 & Ghana Domestic Tourism Fair and Exhibition from the 20th -22nd September 2013…….

Ada Foah...






Santoku
sushi restaurant in Accra…





Churches in Abetifi (L) and Akropong (R), Ghana
Source: http://heartlanguage.org/tag/ghanaian-churches/





Stellar Deluxe Boutique at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra





Bow Boutique at the Movenpick Hotel in Accra
Source: http://thegrayway.co.uk/staying-in-accra/





Viva Boutique - Marina Mall, Airport City - Accra, Ghana...

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Semi-finals: Ghana V’s Burkina Faso tonight……..

Title:Ghana Vs Burkina Faso at AFCON 2013 Semi-finals
By Fred Kaweesi

Football Africa - Ghana wary of pathetic pitch, Burkina Faso Delighted. If the state of the Namboole Stadium pitch during the just concluded CECAFA Challenge Cup was best described as a 'pig sty', then the Mbombela pitch here is slowly but surely degenerating into a 'cattle Kraal'.

In fact, if it wasn't for certain '

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Future Opportunities in Ghana highlighted at Davos…..

A demure DavosMatthew J. Harrington, chief operating officer, Edelman The tone of the 2013 World Economic Forum can best be described as “subdued” – far less troubled than it was two years ago as protests in Egypt broke out, and less nerve-wracked than last year in early days of European economic turbulence. Instead, there is an emerging view that we have entered a "new normal," a time when

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Hill + Knowlton Launches in Ghana.....

Title: Hill + Knowlton Expands African Presence By Launching In Four Countries
By: Holmes Report Dated: 23 Jan 2013




Jack Martin




NAIROBI--Hill + Knowlton Strategies is stepping up expansion of its African presence, opening new offices in four countries.

The agency has established new offices in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Ghana and plans launch soon in Nigeria and South Africa.

The

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SEphA’s First Standalone Store To Open on 9th February 2013….

You are invited to the Official Opening of The SEphA Store. Come experience an explosion of African Print Shoes, Bags, Beads, Hats and Fascinators, Clothing and many more! Treat yourself to some cocktails while you shop from your favorite brand SEphA. Don't miss out on our Proudly Ghanain moments. Directions to Store: Locate the Awudome round about near saint Theresa's Chatholic Church,

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A Must Watch: 'An African City' a new web series, launching soon……

 










Character: Sade, a Ghanaian-Nigerian raised in Texas, works as a marketing manager for a prominent Nigerian Bank based in Accra. She is a graduate of Harvard Business School. Actress: MaameYaa Boafo hails from Ghana, West Africa and is an MFA alumni from Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University. She is also the executive director of Shaggae's Song Performing

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Luxe Tourism: Wildwin Resort, Lake Bosomtwe, Ghana

Green Ranch Horses at Wildwin Resorts Lake Fest









Wildwin
Resort is located at Lake Bosomtwe, in the town of Obo, in the Ashante Region
of Ghana. Approximately 30 kilometres from the centre of Kumasi, Wildwin Resort
is proving the ultimate weekend getaway for Ghana’s sybarites…


Wildwin
Resort is set on the stunning Lake Bosomtwe, an oasis of peace, tranquillity
and a

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Aha Intimates......

 


                                                                                                                         






Bra cups from A - GG, Band size from 28 - 42, Panties size from XS - XXXL








“aha! is your
irresistible destination for all functional and fashionable lingerie. Come
let's treat you to a life changing bra fit makeover” Aha Intimates


Did
you know that most

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Supermodel/Actor Sam Sarpong & Vanessa Curry 4 KD Luxe Jewellery S/S 13

SuperModel\Actor Sam Sarpong and Pussy Cat Doll Singer\Actress
Vanessa Curry shut down Rodeo Drive for 2013 “KD Luxe Jewelry”
Campaign!



Posted Wednesday, December 12, 2012 by PukeMeister













Supermodel/Actor Sam Sarpong and Vanessa Curry from the Pussy Cat Dolls were
mobbed by fans while shooting the 2013 Spring Fall campaign for the celebrity
high end jewelry line, KD Luxe

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Yvonne Nelson 4 Glitz Magazine…

The
fourth issue of Glitz magazine, Ghana is out now, featuring beloved actress Yvonne
Nelson on its cover…Plus a glitzy editorial featuring said actress. ..For more
info about Glitz Magazine visit:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/GLITZ-AFRICA/114689048633543


For
more info about Yvonne Nelson visit:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/YVONNE-NELSON/63275426166



 

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The Best for Luxury Travel in Ghana: Eurostar Global Limousine Ltd

To all our Facebook friends who are planning trips with a Private Jet to Ghana, please send us an email to: info@eurostarlimos.com and book your Rolls Royce or Bentley airport pickup.
 You certainly deserve it.




Fantastic Wedding Decor!
Our Rolls Royce Phantom is seen here decked in exquisite lace and flowers in readiness for a Perfect White Wedding.







Our Marquis Rolls Royce

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