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Onga Launches New Shrimp Cube
3rd Jazz Concert
At Alliance Franรงaise
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Julie A. Adjomayi
Marketing Manager julieadjomayi@gmail.com
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Farewell
H.E.Mr Hurtut
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Steve Jobs
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ATL Fashion
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Youth Sport's Injuries
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Events Calendar
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Graphic Design & Layout karen@enjoyaccra.com
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Alain Gbeasor
GIWC Royal Ascot Race Day
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Horoscope
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Parents Corner
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Sudoku
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Tulip Mirror Ball
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Moving Onwards and Upwards
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Hospitality
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Useful Numbers
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Clementina A. Acquah Assistant Designer
Vicky Murray Copywriter
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dominique paravicini Editor
Dear Friends, It’s been three years since Alliance Française launched their international jazz festival in Accra. In this 63rd issue of your favourite magazine, you will see how this event has grown. From humble beginnings at Alliance Française to events this year at the Golden Tulip, the African Regent and Movenpick hotels as well as at the Swiss Ambassador’s residence. We take a look at the success of this festival and how it has taken Accra by storm. It is our fervent hope that this festival will go national and take jazz to Takoradi, Kumasi and other cities in Ghana. To continue with this celebration of arts look out for the second TIGA african art exhibition which will be held in early November at the CFAO showroom. Patience, endurance, and tenacity are virtues that always lead to success in the long term. Our role is to encourage and support positive initiative. Enjoy magazine is a repository of positive information representing advancements in all areas be it cultural, academic, commercial or technological. That is why we invite you to read the second part of our report on Promasidor as we follow the launch of their new product, the ONGA Shrimp Cube; as well as providing an in-depth interview on their future plans for expansion. Promasidor’s story represents not only creativity, endurance and initiative but also the all important 'nothing ventured nothing gained spirit'. To Olivier and his dynamic team we say 'ayekoo and well done'. Enjoy hopes to keep you updated on all the happenings in Ghana. The magazine is for you and with you, it is common property that together we will see grow in strength. Life is dynamic and there are always movements. We say good luck to all those leaving Ghana or changing jobs and akwaaba to those who have come to join us , welcome to the family. ....Enjoy Don’t forget you can also read the magazine online at: www.enjoyaccra.com Enjoy October 2011
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PROMASIDOR Ghana Limited Launches
ONGA Shrimp Cube E
ating savoury foods is of paramount importance to people from all over the world. Spice hunters have long sought out the best flavours with which to season foods. Herbs, spices and condiments are each a type of seasoning used to add flavour to food. The need for spice has been responsible for some of the most important voyages in history. In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail for the Spice Islands of India on a quest to find seasonings. This quest was so important that his voyage was bankrolled by the Queen of Spain. Many explorers have travelled the world to find seasonings to make their food taste better. The culinary and medicinal importance of seasonings to the African family cannot be underestimated. In Ghana, one company that has made tremendous progress in the manufacture of quality seasoning stock and has as a result become a household name with their seasoning brand ONGA is Promasidor Ghana Limited.
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“In Ghana, one company that has made tremendous progress in the manufacture of quality seasoning stock and has as a result become a household name with their seasoning brand ONGA is Promasidor Ghana Limited.�
Following the launch of their latest product, the Onga Shrimp tablet, we bring you an interview with two of their change leaders, Olivier Thiry, their young and dynamic Managing Director and Festus Tettey, their affable and result driven Sales and Marketing Manager. www.enjoyaccra.com
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Promasidor profile A.G: Promasidor has a pretty aggressive product development cycle, considering the product range that you have‌ what is the secret? OTH: It is no big secret really, for us at Promasidor, it is pretty simple. We are very close to our consumers who are the reason for our existence. Our blind passion is to delight them. It is what drives us and we are relentless in this regard. We do not take them for granted and we understand the high standards they have come to expect from us. Olivier Thiry, Managing Director
Exc l u s i ve In te r vi e w Alain Gbeasor (A.G): Good morning gentlemen and thanks for this opportunity.
A.G: Festus, tell us a bit about Onga and what we are celebrating today?
Olivier Thiry (OTH): Enjoy Accra is always welcome.
Festus Tettey (FTE): We launched Onga in 2004 in four exciting flavours, stew, classic, shrimp and chicken. Within a relatively short period the product became a household name. Having achieved this feat and meteoric sales growth due to an overwhelming consumer patronage, Onga today has built a strong bond with its loyal customers and through this bond we have learnt their needs. As a result of this we developed the new Onga shrimp cube which we are launching today. In fact for the Ghanaian woman and for the culinary industry it is the best product since shrimp stock seasoning.
A.G: Olivier, Promasidor Ghana Ltd (PGL) has become a leading name in the manufacturing Industry with an array of products and innovative ideas. How did you achieve this feat? Olivier Thiry (OTH): Promasidor (Ghana) Ltd has achieved a leading role in the industry due to its desire to set new standards and set a high benchmark. The team is driven by a strong desire to think out of the box, be focused and results oriented. The use of technology to enhance output throughout our value delivery chain has been key in establishing our company and brands as a leader in the industry in Ghana. Enjoy October 2011
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A.G: A scan of the market shows stiff brand competition. How are you working around the market pressure?
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FTE: The pressures and consumer demand are immense and the competitive situation is quite keen with a lot of multinational brands competing for the same cedi. Our strength is the fact that we develop our product with an understanding of our consumer in mind. The key here is to anticipate your customer’s expectation and satisfy them better than your peers but ensure that this is mutually beneficial. Understanding the business environment and culture is also critical in this regard. A.G: What is PGL’s plan for the tablet and dairy industry of Ghana in the near future? OTH: I believe most people in Ghana have come to the realization that innovation and creativity is synonymous with Promasidor and we have graciously achieved many firsts in Ghana. This is who we are and we do not intend to relinquish this. This will characterize our current and future projects. PGL has in stock many offerings waiting to be introduced at the appropriate time in these two product categories, but you know this is our little trade secret and we like to keep our public in suspense; just let them know "they ain’t seen nothing yet".
AG: PGL is growing in Ghana, what are your plans for growth.
Mr Festus Tettey, at the office
FTE: For starters we respect our regulatory commitments and are HACCP certified by the Food and Drugs Board. This not withstanding total quality management drives very much the processes along our value delivery chain. As much as possible we build quality into our product from our raw materials through to the finished product and beyond. We also stay very close to our public and this enables us to understand and customize products to their needs. This is the reason we involve such key stakeholders as the Ghana Chefs Association and other target womens groups in the product development process.
“As much as possible we build quality into our product right from our raw materials through to the finished product and beyond,” Mr. Tettey.
OTH: Over the last thirteen years our business has seen considerable growth and we are continuing to expand our facilities. We have just commissioned the construction of a new ultra modern, state of the art factory which should be completed sometime next year. We are committed to continuing to invest in developing and growing the product categories we are in today and our market as a whole. A.G: Olivier, how long have you been at Promasidor and what is working at PGL like? OTH: I started my career with the Algerian Subsidiary of Promasidor at its incorporation and today we have established that business as the market leader in the food industry in Algeria. I arrived in Ghana at the beginning of 2010 and have been here since. Working for Promasidor is challenging and very rewarding. Especially working with a very young and extremely dynamic team in a great environment. I love the dedication of our co-ordinators and our series of brainstorming sessions that reveal our brands as the leading brands in Ghana. In short working with Promasidor Ghana Ltd is just great.
A.G: The Ghana Chefs Association and womens groups have been prominent in your launch. What was their role in the new Onga tablet formulation and what processes and standards do you adhere to in your operations? Communication team 8
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Promasidor profile
L-R: Johnson Edusei – Audit Co-ord, Kristof Henot (Logistics and Production Manager), Mark Boampong (I.T. Co-ord), Festus Tettey (Sales and Marketing Manager), Joseph Cobbinah (Production Co-ord.), Olivier Thiry (Managing Director), Kwabena Asamoa (Communications Co-ord.), Leonard Eddico (Warehouse Co-ord.), Jean-Claude Aba (Sales Co-ord Admin)
A.G: Festus, what is the success story with the brands and how do you measure your marketing performance and what should your consumers expect from you? FTE: Well the success story is simply the acceptance of what we have on offer by the consumer and the overwhelming demand we experience for the brands. Our performance measurement besides key performance Indicator measures is our consumer’s delight.
Pro ma s i d o r Dy n a m ic Te a m “Working in Promasidor is challenging and very rewarding. Especially working with a very young and extremely dynamic team in a great environment.” Mr. Thiry.
We entreat our consumers to continue making our products number one on their shopping list, to go out to enjoy the new Onga shrimp tablet and to remember that for us at Promasidor Ghana Ltd, our consumer’s satisfaction is key. e
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Rita Afful & Gloria K. Korsah, Admin
Mrs. Emmeline Tagoe Sales & Marketing Administrative Assistant
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ONGA RECIPES
Ingredients
s e t o n tasty Agushie Stew
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100g Agushie (ground) 200g Smoked fish 75g Tomatoes 2 Stew spoon full palm oil 10g Salted fish (Koobi) 2 Medium sized onions (chopped) 1 Onga Shrimp cube Salt and pepper to taste
Mama's helping hand!
Method 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Put oil on fire and add chopped onions Put in salted fish, allow it to cook well and add pepper Stir to cook and add tomatoes Allow it to cook well, add smoked fish while cooking Mix the ground agushie with a little water and salt and add to the sauce Crumble in the Onga Shrimp cube to taste.
Agushie stew is a dish that can go with a vast array of meals.
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ROMASIDOR Ghana Ltd introduced the newest member of their product line, the new Onga Shrimp-flavored seasoning tablet, at the Banquet Hall of the State House in Accra. The colourful and culturally rich ceremony embodied the strong bond between culture and culinary habits that the Onga brand represents. The new Onga shrimp tablet was unveiled with a spectacular display of light effects and pulsating indigenous dances.
Introducing The New Onga Shrimp Cube
driven by a passion to understand and satisfy its consumers. He added that the development of the Onga shrimp tablet was the result of a painstaking process aimed at being the very best in the world and meeting the high expectations of the Onga brand's loyal consumers.
Olivier Thiry, Managing Director
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According to the Sales and Marketing Manager of PROMASIDOR Ghana, Festus Tettey, the new Onga shrimp tablet delivers great taste whilst giving better value for money with its larger 12-gram size. Guest were treated to foods cooked by members drawn from the award winning team of the Ghana Chefs Association who had just returned from their participation in the 2011 Bidvest World Chefs Tour Against Hunger in South Africa. This event, which is an initiative of the World Association of Chefs Societies Congress www.enjoyaccra.com
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(WACS), showcases signature dishes of participating countries to people from all walks of life. The aim is to raise over four million rand which will be used to support the Hunger Project for the next five years. The Ghana Chefs Association Mr. Thiry receiving a plaque from the Ghana Chefs Association (GCA)
Turkey seasoned with Onga
Dance display
Moon Songmor (TV3)
(GCA), was co-sponsored by Promasidor Ghana Ltd to attend the competition. This followed a previous success which saw them win a gold prize in the continental competition for serving the best meal, which was Gari Fotor.
Kristof, Sofie, Olivier, Prisca & Deborah
Invited guests
To show their appreciation, the President of GCA, Cofie Dzilah and his executives presented a plaque to Oliver Thiry for PGL and Onga’s unwavering support. A sample of the delicious food
Onga ladies
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Onga who's who
ONGA Par ty In T h e Park
P Chef Attipoe serving guest roast turkey
romasidor Ghana Ltd made a great show of their brand presence, when they decorated the premises of the Legon botanical gardens with their brands.
The event saw the Promasidor team in collaboration with the Ghana Chefs Association serve over 500 families various Ghanaian delicacies prepared and seasoned with the Onga Shrimp Tablet. The botanical gardens were bubbling with excitement, as competitors from "Ghana's most beautiful pageant" thronged the stands of Onga for culinary lessons as well as to enjoy the great tasty foods on offer. Cowbell, another prominent brand of the Promasidor Company, mounted bouncy castles for the children to have lots of fun on. The event was indeed memorable and we say Ayekoo to Promasidor and the organizers Joy Fm. e
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Festus Tettey, in an interview with GTV
Gifts presented to a guest
Guests being served
Chef preparing a delicious meal
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ONGA who's who
ONGA In The Mark et
V. Odoom preparing a delicious meal
I. Mohammed presenting a patron with an Onga cloth
Promotions team presenting the New Onga Shrimp Cubes
Patron tasting the Onga food
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ollowing the launch of their new product, the Onga Shrimp tablet. The Promasidor Ghana Ltd sales and marketing team went into various markets to give the women folk and sellers, a taste of this new product that they were instrumental in creating. Once again the Promasidor team displayed their dedication to their consumers and a few loyal consumers were awarded various prizes for their partcipation. e 16
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PREMIER SUITES
All the comforts of a first class business hotel The newly refurbished premier suites at Golden Tulip Hotel Accra offer guests a place to relax in luxury. These spacious well appointed suites include areas for lounging and a meeting space for private discussions. Their location takes advantage of the picturesque view that the hotel has to offer. Each premier suite is fully equipped with all the comforts of a first class business hotel. Guests are pampered with a fruit basket and bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, and then spoiled with dedicated room attendants and a turndown service among other benefits.
Liberation Road P.O. Box KA 16033, Accra, Ghana Telephone: +233 (0) 302 213161 Fax: +233 (0) 302 775361 Email: sales@goldentulipaccrahotel.com www.goldentulipaccrahotel.com
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Akosombo Textiles Limited (ATL) fabrics on display at the recently held International Young Creative Entrepreneur Fashion Competition (IYCE) organised by the British Council.
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Reminiscence ato delaquis
oko martey
nicholas kowalski
amarkine amarteiďŹ o
An exciting exhibition of new artworks by four renowned Ghanaian artists
OFFICIAL OPENING THURSDAY 10TH NOVEMBER 2011 6:30-8:00 PM Curator- Lily Sefa-Boakye
EXHIBITION CONTINUING UNTIL SUNDAY 13TH NOVEMBER at CFAO Motors showroom, Airport city, Accra RSVP 0207 800 460, 0549 589 244, info@tigaafricanart.com www.tigaafricanart.com
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Ayekoo Drummers
3rd Jazz Concert At Alliance Franรงaise
Right: Glory & friends
Thomas Dobler
Mr. Patrice Gilles, MD Alliance Franรงaise
Now in its 3rd year and in no small part due to its incredible popularity; this year's jazz festival spread its roots from performances at Alliance Francaise to incorporate special performances at different venues in Accra. From the African Regent hotel to the Swiss ambassador's residence. Who knows where we will be listening to great jazz next year! Thomas Dobler
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JAZZ report
The Swiss Contribution to the 3rd Jazz
& World Music Festival Accra
A special evening for guests of the Swiss Ambassador. Perfomances by Kenny Drew Jr. from New York and Thomas Dobler from Zurich and from Ayekoo Drummers.
Kelvin Sholar on the piano & the brand
KG performing
A Neo Soul Experience in Concert Kelvin Sholar Trio with KG at African Regent Recently named as one of the best musical artists in the world, Kelvin Sholar and the other members of the trio at African Regent Hotel performed for sponsors of the jazz festival. Guests were treated to a slap up 5 course meal provided by a guest chef.
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Middle: Nadja Mueller, (Rooms Division MG) Movënpick Hotel & friends
Nana Gyaba & Alvin
Jazz Festival at Movēnpick Ambassador Hotel
Guests right: Joon K. Stueber, (EAM i/c of F&B) Movënpick Hotel & friends
Sonya & friend Thomas Dobler & Kenny Drew Jnr
Jazz - nice! What could be nicer than Friday night jazz at the Movenpick. Sounds were provided by Kenny Drew Jnr and Thomas Dobler and ambience provided by the Movenpick Hotel. FYI - a great place to grab a drink and catch up with friends and ease yourself into the weekend. Tracy & Angella
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health Check
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Sports Injuries in Youth
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ntroducing healthy lifestyle choices at an early age is something I encourage all parents to do with their children. Teaching them the correct foods to eat, how and when to brush their teeth, not to slouch when they are sitting, and being active in sports are the basic fundamentals of health. However, there can be a downside to pushing your kids to be the next Michael Essien if you are not well informed on the effect of excessive sport on the developing body. Every year, more than 3.5 million children aged 14 and younger are treated for sport injuries. Another interesting fact is that nearly 50% of all injuries sustained by kids during sports are overuse injuries. So what are overuse injuries? Overuse injuries are caused by repetitive motions; let’s say from always kicking the football with your right leg or preferring to use a back hand swing during a game of tennis. Overuse injuries are more difficult to diagnose and treat because they are usually very subtle and occur over time. If the PE teacher or parent is not mindful of improper training, techniques, the warning signs could be missed.
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Dr. Angel Chambers CEO of DeYale Sports Centre
• Encourage your child to rest and take a break. Athletes who play sports year-round are more likely than others to experience overuse injuries because they aren’t giving their bodies a chance to rest and recover. Encourage your child to play different sports during the year to avoid using the same muscle groups continuously, which can also lead to overuse injuries. • Increase training gradually. When deciding when and how much to push your child to the next level, remember the 10% rule: do not increase training activity, weight, mileage, or pace by more than 10% per week. This allows the body ample time to recover. • Obtain instruction on proper training and technique. Coaches and trainers are there to help teach proper technique and avoid injuries. • Encourage your child to warm up properly before an activity. Warming up before an activity involves gradually bringing the heart rate up from the resting level by engaging in low-impact exercise such as jogging in place. Athletes should also stretch their muscles to release tension and help prevent injury. • Be sure your child cools down properly after an activity. Cooling down after an activity allows an athlete’s heart rate to gradually return to a resting level. Once again, stretching may be helpful to avoid injury. • Have your child wear proper fitting equipment. Make sure for example that running shoes are in good condition and fit properly. • Have your child receive a pre-participation physical and schedule monthly checkups during sporting seasons. Having an annual pre-participation physical exam allows for the screening, prevention, and treatment of any conditions. Having monthly fitness, muscle imbalance assessments, or wellness checks from your chiropractor, physical therapist, massage therapist, or sport therapist can help prevent any small issues from developing into more serious ones. Remember that early identification and proper treatment are the key to successful recovery. By staying informed and being vigilant you can help your child to remain active and healthy as they age and to prevent permanent damage, surgeries, and arthritis later in life. e
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Tuesday
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from 11:30am to 4pm- ghc 40 per head @ the Mukyia Resturant, African Regent Hotel,Airport West
At the Sky Bar Citizen Kofi, Osu @ 12noon
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Foundation - 5PM
@ Holiday Inn Hotel Airport from 12noon
Happy Hour
Happy Hour
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Brunch@ La Palm Casino
Tops n Tails Pub Spintex Rd Opp Stanchar
6 Lunch Buffet
Labadi Beach Hotel from 11:30am-4pm
Sunday Buffet Lunch
@ Alisa Hotel North Ridge from 12noon
November
Tawala Beach - 7:00 PM
Champs Sports Bar
Watch live games & sing along @ the Karokee Bar Time 6pm @ RIng Road
2 Charity Garden Party benefiting the Infanta Malaria Project
DON’s PLACE – Jazz Club Jazz bar with a good crowd on most evenings Venue: Osu @7 pm
Australian High Commission residence 10:30 AM
Taco Tuesdays Accra Bar
Table Bay jazz bar
At CKE, Osu @ 6pm
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GOETHE-INSTITUT @ 50 Reggae Night
Algeria National Day
Happy Hour
this and every Sunday
Iran National Day
Apo's Spot Osu Time 6:00pm
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friends and dance some of that stress away with good food.@ 6pm. Osu
Alliance Française
Venus Pub/Restaurant
Mini Golf Course
Bella Roma Mid Week Salsa Nite Come join your
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Cheers Entertainment Centre Venue Ahodjo Kumasi @7pm
Enjoy Sunday Brunch
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Zambia National Day Millionaires Casino Golden Tulip Bingo Nitetime 9-10pm
Poetry: With the Eha la kasa group Nubuke
fve course food and wine from 7.30pm Book in Advance
Twist Headlines Labone time: 7pm
Venue Behind Police Headquarters, Cant.@ 7pm
Art Exhibition till Nov 20th
Citizen Kofi Wine Pairing
Happy Hour
Rockstone's Officerz
Alliance Française - 7:00pm
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Mojito Mondays @ 6ghc
Concert Jazz- Spanish Guitar Recital
Alliance Française - 8:30 PM
Monsoon
From 6pm Labone
this and every Sunday
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Brunch@ La Palm Casino
Concert Mecredi de la Paillotte - Big Twins Cultural Band
TASTY JERK Barbecue Joint Venue: Osu Down Chez Lien Annex Time: From 5 pm
Celsbridge Pub Labone Time: from 5pm
World Food Day 2011 (and Food bazaar at AGRIFA)
@ Alliance Française Thru till Oct 29 opening @ 6:30
Happy Hour
Happy Hour
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Exhibition Cultures in confluence
Golden Tulip Ladies Nite 7-10pm
Kokrobite, White Sands or Ada. Come enjoy!!
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Thanksgiving (Canada)
Take a trip outsideAccra
Wednesday
@ Allisa hotels, Northridge on Weds, Fri and Sat.
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Soviet Union National Day Honey Suckle Happy Hour
Movie Night
½ Price on Drinks till 7pm Venue: Ring Road opp. Fire Service Time: From 5 pm
Enjoy a glass of wine with Jazz, Osu Time : 8pm-0:00
@SilverBird Cinema Accra Mall Time : 6pm-10pm
Jazz Nite @ Bella Roma
Cambodia National Day Millionaires Casino Golden Tulip Slots Tournament
Salsa Dance Nite @ Coconut Groove Hotel.
Come dance the nite away Time:7pm
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Concert Jazz- Les Nubians and Blitz the Ambassador
Concert Jazz - Panafrican Orchestra
Happy Hour, Enjoy Mouthwatering BBQ & Drink specials from 4pm, Airport
Thursday Films "Yella" (2007)
Alliance Franรงaise - 8:30 PM
Alliance Franรงaise - 8:30 PM
Movenpick Lounge
Grasscutters Whiskey Tasting
Come enjoy a nice chilled out ambience with good music & food Time 7pm
Goethe-Institut - 6:30 PM
Grasscutters
Art exhibition- by The Art Studio. till oct 28 @ African Regent Hotel- Airport West
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Jazzy VIBE At +233 Jazz Club Time: 8pm Rate: Free
Anusara Yoga Immersion in Accra venue to be announced
- 8am
Rhapsody Resturant Bar
Goethe-Institut - 6:00pm
Kids Concept
Accra Mall Time from 6pm
SEAFOOD NIGHT IN THE WIASE RESTAURANT
Workshops for children between the ages of 2.5 yrs - 6 yrs. Timing: 11am-1pm/ 2pm-4pm. For further details email:sg. kidsconcept@gmail.com
Accra International Motor Fair 2011 (till Oct. 22)
FROM 6:30pm Holiday Inn
Aviation Social Centre - 8am
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Saxophone Night
with Big Wellington from 6.30-10pm @ the poolside African Regent hotel thurs
Sangria & Salsa Lessons
Venue: Citizen Kofi, Hollywood Lounge, Osu @ 9pm. Come dance the night away with dance DJ Spando
Golden Tulip @10pm dress code; blue jeans & white t-shirt
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to be announced - 9pm
Mirror Ball
Bus stop Venue: Ring Road Time: 7pm
International Night at the Canadian High Commission
Turkey National Day Accraexpat.com Halloween & Costume Party 2011 venue
Venue: Trade Fair Center La-Accra from 28-30th October
Goethe-Institut - 8:00 PM
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Ghana Music & Food Festival
Italian Cultural Week 2011 - Film screenings (till Oct. 29)
Hi Friday Night for the grown & beautiful
The 2011 Bamako Meetings: African Photography Biennial (till Dec. 5)
At Club Citizen, Osu from 5pm-11pm
Steak Night In The Wiase
Restaurant. Enjoy Liveband Music With Zonzo Khebab at poolside @ 6:30pm venue : Holiday Inn Hotel
Various venues in Bamako, Mali -
Special Ghanaian Lunch
@Golden Tulip Accra Branche Restaurant from 12.30pm till 3
10 Frenchy Vibes Boomerang Club @ 11pm
Golden Tulip
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His Excellency Francis Hurtut,
French Ambassador's Farewell Cocktail
Middle: H.E. Mr. Francis Hurtut with reps of the French School & French Embassy
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Mr & Mrs Comazzi, De Simone Ltd
Honourable guests
Previously when His Excellency Mr Hurtut paid a farewell courtesy call to President John Evans Attah Mills at the Osu Castle. President Mills thanked him for what he had done for Ghana whilst serving his country. Adding that Ghana intends to enhance bilateral relations and explore investment opportunities. Mr Hurtut lauded the gains made in the trade relations between Ghana and France and commended Ghana for the steady economic growth.
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Carole & His Excellency
Left: Business Club, middle: His Excellency, Francis Hurtut, right: Foreign Trade
Alliance Francaise, His Excellency, Mama Lise, Mr. Gilles, AF & French School
His Excellency & Karen
His Excellency, Julie & Thierno
This evening was an opportunity to say goodbye to friends and to collect a few nice souvenirs to remind him of his stay in Ghana. `Au revoir Mr Ambassador. e H.E Francis Hurtut, crocodile with a goodbye french kiss
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H.E. Mr. & Mrs. Eberhard Schanze, German Ambassador
H.E. Mr. Eberhard Schanze
German Embassy In Ghana
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he German Ambassador, His Excellency, Eberhard Schanze, and the staff of the embassy in Accra hosted a special cocktail to celebrate the Tag der Deutschen Einheit (the Day of German Unity). Celebrated on 3rd October it is a public holiday in Germany. It commemorates the anniversary of German reunification in 1990.
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Total Petroleum Ghana LTD
Farewell Cocktail In Honour of
Mr. Jonathan Molapo
“Enjoy Accra says good luck to Mr Molapo and Akwaaba to Mr Larroque.�
Mr Stanislas Mittelman, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr Jonathan Molapo, former MD of TPGL & Mr Guillaume Larroque, New Managing Director of TPGL
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fter a successful tenure in Ghana as the managing director of Total Petroleum Ghana, Jonathan Molapo said his goodbyes at a cocktail held at the Movenpick Hotel on September 13. This event also provided an opportunity to introduce the new managing director, Guillaume Larroque. In attendance were customers and business associates of Total Petroleum Ghana Ltd. e
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: Melodic fantasy I
SAMUEL ASAMOAH
: 2nd station
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amuel is an up and coming ghanaian painter who is best known for his use of colour which he refers to as his "land of colours”. He uses warm and cool colours wonderfully together to harness vim, vigour and vitality. He creates abstract, realistic and surrealistic works. Samuel draws inspiration from proverbs, wise sayings, daily activities and dreams. Samuel studied integrated rural art and industry at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in 2003. He did not study painting but to prove his versatility Samuel took painting as a hobby. He is now considered one of the best up and coming painters in Ghana. He has participated in exhibitions both in Ghana and abroad. His work can be seen both in the top galleries in Ghana and in private collections.
: Reflections of success
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“This year as part of their fund raising activity to support the Ridge Hospital maternity ward; the GIWC organized a special Accra Royal Ascot Race.”
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GIWC members and guests in a group photo
Tradition, pageantry, fashion and style all meet in a glorious setting at one of the most beautiful racecourses in the country. The quality of the horseracing at Royal Ascot is simply outstanding, with nearly £4 million in prize money on offer and a total of eighteen ‘Group’ races over the five days. Average attendance over the five day event has been pegged at over 300,000 people. On Friday 7th October, the women of the GIWC and their guests attended a lunch at the trendy Il Cavaliere Pazzo restaurant at the Polo Club. Their aim was to raise funds to finish construction projects that they are currently undertaking at the Ridge hospital maternity ward. Glamorous outfits topped by an obligatory hat were the order of the day
Sonya & friends
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Preheat a grill to high. Mix 2 tablespoons apple jelly with the thyme. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper and brush with olive oil on both sides. Grill the chops until marked, about 3 minutes per side. Brush with the jelly-thyme mixture and continue to grill until the chops are cooked through, about 2 more minutes. Set aside to cool.
3 tablespoons apple jelly 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme 3 boneless centre-cut pork chops (about 11/4 pounds) Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing 1/2 small red onion, finely diced 3 tablespoons whole-grain mustard 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 heads Boston or Bibb lettuce, torn 1 Fuji or Gala apple, diced 1 small turnip, peeled and diced 3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese Chopped fresh parsley, for topping (optional)
Soak the diced onion in a bowl of cold water, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, whisk the mustard, vinegar and the remaining 1 tablespoon apple jelly in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Slowly add 1/2 cup olive oil, whisking until smooth. Cut the pork into bite-size pieces and drain the onion. Add the lettuce, apple, turnip, pork, onion and blue cheese to the bowl with the dressing and toss. Top with parsley, if desired.
Cranberry Champagne Cocktail
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Your Stars
This Month Libra
Famous Libra: Serena Williams BORN: SEPTEMBER 26, 1981 - SAGINAW, MICHIGAN, USA
Tennis superstar Serena really embodies the typical Libras traits - she's sociable, charming, and every bit the extrovert! Her manager-dad claims that his youngest was literally born to play tennis, and who can really argue?! With 22 slam titles in both singles and doubles, and numerous acting, writing, and designing gigs under her belt, Serena seems to be an unstoppable Libran force both on and off the court!
Famous Libra: Will Smith BORN: SEPTEMBER 25, 1968 - PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA, USA
Having conquered music, television, and film, Will Smith has proven himself to be an extremely versatile performer. He has a knack for delivering smart performances with wit and style, as well as delivering box-office millions from film after film. Chalk that up to his Sun in Libra, which conveys charm, and an army of planets in Virgo, the sign of intelligence. Savvy Will is able to impress his audience without alienating it. This is a rare talent that will afford him great longevity in the entertainment business.
A ries
Taurus
Gemini
21/3-20/04
21/4-21/05
22/5-21/06
Others tend to look for a commitment from you this month, dear Aries. Whether you solidify a partnership or decide that a relationship is not living up to its potential, relationships are serious in October! Your mood, however, is romantic but playful. The Full Moon on the 11th can bring a longstanding problem to light. Career and finances are strong in October. It's a time for proving your worth, displaying your innate leadership abilities, and making important decisions. Be as aboveboard and professional as you can ďż˝ others are taking note! Late October is favorable for taking out loans or refinancing, if necessary.
Work commitments may be hefty this month, dear Taurus, and you should watch for taking on more than your share. Frustration can come to a head around the 11th. October is one of the strongest months for you in 2011 for relationships, particularly towards the end of the month. You are taking the lead, taking action, and romantic interests are never short in supply. All signs point to you moving forward. Family life is animated and perhaps restless at times. Recently, you have been getting rid of the non-essential things in your life, and you could find that your attitude towards moving forward has improved as you rid yourself of excess baggage - the literal has led to the figurative.
Purely superficial elements of partnering are no longer tolerated, and a relationship can deepen, perhaps due to resolution of a long-standing problem, in October, dear Gemini. Getting serious about a romance or a creative project can figure strongly. Some of you may enter a business partnership. This is a favorable time for turning a creative undertaking into a profitable hobby. Job opportunities can emerge towards the end of the month. More determination and motivation will aid any new fitness or nutrition program started now. Watch for hurried speech and impulsiveness all month.
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Cancer
Libra
Capricorn
22/6-23/07
24/9-23/10
22/12-20/01
Issues surrounding family and career capture much of your attention this month, dear Cancer. A job offer may be hard to refuse around the 11th or a career matter reaches a head. Opportunities to strengthen a partnership this month are especially strong. Some of you may take a friendship into unexplored romantic territory, or meet a significant person through a friend or group association. You are also more focused and ambitious when it comes to your work, health, fitness, and self-care programs in October. You feel inspired and motivated to take better care of yourself.
You are accustomed to making everyone else in your life happy, dear Libra, but this month you can tend to your own needs without guilt. It's a time for pushing your own personal projects and interests ahead. Surprises are in store in a close relationship around the Full Moon on the 11th. Clashes in values or conflicts over money with a friend can be irksome around the 26th, but money matters improve overall in the last week of October. It's a strong time to make an investment or to clear some debt.
October is a strong month for creative pursuits and love matters, dear Capricorn. Your ambition is heightened this month, but you also enjoy contributing to a team or group effort, where you can shine right now. Your support is rewarded, as others can come to your aid or inform you of an opportunity for personal advancement in the last week of the month. With your strong involvement with friends, associates, and career, you will need to find a balance when it comes to attention to family, who will remind you of this around the 11th.
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Scorpio
A quarius
24/7-23/08
24/10-22/11
21/01-19/02
Demonstrating the perfect balance of self-assertion and cooperation is your challenge this month, dear Leo. You can be impatient at times. A travel or education matter culminates around the 11th. An unexpected opportunity for travel may present itself, or new opportunities to further your education could arise. The people that you meet tend to stir you into new ways of thinking. You can take an idea to the bank this month, or a project can come to a satisfying conclusion. Decisions need to be made, but stressing over them won't help. Love can be found very close to home, perhaps even in the neighborhood.
Conversations open up this month, dear Scorpio, and you stand to either make a new connection that lasts in the long term, or to enhance the bond of an existing one. Nevertheless, you can be rather withdrawn until mid-month as you prepare for a new astrological year and build up your energy reserves. Career matters are fast-paced, stimulating, and sometimes rocky this month, as bosses can be demanding. You may need to watch what you say around the 26-27th. Personal charisma runs high, however, and love matters are strong.
Developments in your career are favorable this month, dear Aquarius. You experience more motivation to realize your business goals and to improve your income from business. You could form alliances that further your professional goals or you might make friends through professional interests and contacts. While it's a generally good time for education, you might feel somewhat bogged down with responsibilities, so be careful not to take on more than you can handle. Partners can be demanding or cranky this month. Resolve to manage problems as they come up.
Virgo
Sagittarius
Pisces
24/8-23/09
23/11-21/12
20/02-20/03
You've been worrying about money much of the year, dear Virgo, and now is an excellent time to take charge of your finances. Yes, you need to buckle down, but it feels good to do so as you get your priorities straight. Romantic opportunities might come from people of an entirely different background or culture, or possibly through education and travel, in October. Relationships with siblings and neighbors improve and are a source of happiness. Many of you are enjoying more success in your studies. Nevertheless, energy levels are low or they fluctuate. Get extra rest to prepare for an especially busy Fall.
While the desire to be with friends is strong this month, be careful that you don't over-commit in the process, dear Sagittarius, as you're likely to feel the weight of your obligations if you do. Be helpful and involved, but avoid the tendency to forget your own needs in the process. Increased clarity about a love affair or creative matter comes around the 11th, when a new relationship may begin for some of you. Recognition and possibly increased remuneration for your work is very possible in the last week of October. It's a time to shine your light. Be humble, but don't hide your abilities.
Financial matters need careful handling this month, dear Pisces, and you have all of the necessary tools at your disposal to make important changes to your spending and borrowing habits. Work can be demanding but also motivating in October. Conflicts with co-workers may arise, but if you tame impatience and attempt to work independently at your own pace, their likelihood decreases. Opportunities to break out of your normal routine abound and excite later in the month. It's also a time to shine on the level of communications. You can be recognized for your ability to express yourself.
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Primary Food
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emember when, as a child, you were playing outside. Suddenly, your mother announced dinner was ready, but you were not hungry at all. The passion of play took all your attention. You played all day and wanted to play all night. Sometimes we are fed not by food but by other forms of energy in our lives. If it is true, ‘that man does not live by bread alone.’ How can we multiply the ‘non-food’ nourishment that is, if not more essential than ‘food’?
play? Sure you can when you were in primary school you ate lots of primary food. Food from the ground provides minerals, amino acids, proteins, water, sugars, and vitamins. When certain foods are consumed, they give us a special feeling. Primary foods give us that special feeling as well, without the adverse side effects. Have you ever wanted to eat pints of ice cream after a breakup or a fight with a loved one? On the other hand, had cravings for coffee to get you through the rest of a boring day at work? The trouble is that if you are not getting the primary food you need then eating all the food in the world will not satisfy your true hunger.
Joshua Rosenthal calls it primary food. What is primary food? It is the releasing of energy, positive, overjoyed, redeeming, nurturing, loving, caring, affectionate energy. This energy is released and transmitted by many Is your primary food human interactions: “In modern science, years of research filling enough for you, a loving relationship; have found that endorphins play a or could you use a little healthy movement or significant role as primary food sources.” pick-me-up in a certain exercise; or loving your area of your life to bring career or job. Any act that smile back? of kindness, helping a stranger, performing an altruistic deed without being known, a pleasant Primary food sources: a loving relationship; smile, plenty of laughter and pleasant company. healthy movement or exercise or loving your career or job; acts of kindness, helping a stranger, In modern science, years of research have found performing an altruistic deed without being that endorphins play a significant role as primary known, a pleasant smile, plenty of laughter and food sources. Endorphins are created to give pleasant company. e you a ‘boost’ of essential energy. The more you play, exercise, and laugh, the more they are released. Can you imagine all day laughter and
JABARI AKIL A.K.A. The Love Doctor Is a counsellor, parent trainer, educational consultant and leadership specialist. You may reach him at 0302-915-503; or email: lovedoctor.@google.com Blog : ecohue.blogspot.com
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Golden Tulip launches “ Tulip Mirror Ball” A great night was had by all when Golden Tulip Hotel launched its Tulip Mirror Ball. Organised in collaboration with Drum and Gong Ltd, DJ Blow and Karl Aubyn Multimedia this dance fest will in future be held on the last Friday of every month and will provide an opportunity for the more mature among us to "get down" and hopefully get up again! At the inauguaral event held on 30th September guests were treated to a welcome cocktail and then very classy entertainment. The evening ended for some with breakfast in the hotel the next morning. Once a month the movers and shakers of Accra will be able to move and shake to the tunes of yesteryear and each month will be a different theme. In an interview, Mrs Bertha de Graft, Sales and Marketing manager, Golden Tulip Accra said "each month we wil have a themed event for instance Paris in Accra or New York. We aim at giving patrons a unique and unforgettable experience each month" The event has been created out of a need since there is clearly a demand for a secure and classy entertainment atmosphere amongst the 40+ age group said Mr William Nanka Bruce, aka DJ Blow The next version of the Tulip Mirror Ball will take place on October 28th. Join DJ Blow for a blow out and perhaps think about it when planning your Christmas office party celebrations. e
“The event has been created out of a need since there is clearly a demand for a secure and classy entertainment atmosphere amongst the 40+ age group.”
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Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking. Don't let the noise of other's opinions drown out your inner voice. And most importantly have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become, everything else is secondary .– Steve Jobs
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Moving Onwards & Upwards
Former Alliance Francaise MD, Mr Jean Michel GARCIA
New Alliance Francaise MD, Mr Patrice GILLES
Former TOTAL MD, Mr Jonathan MOLAPO
New TOTAL MD Mr Guillaume LARROQUE
Former British High Commissioner Nick WESTCOTT
New British High Commissioner Peter JONES
Steven Husbands becomes Group VP, Finance & Operations Golden Tulip, West Africa
Xavier moves to Golden Tulip Kumasi, as General Manager
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Former Novotel MD, Mr Jean DROUHET
New Novotel MD, Mr Marc FRĂˆRE
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Fun, "Learn while you Play" activities for kids.
LA CHAUMIÈRE
French - Mediterranean Restaurant Open Mon-Fri 12:00 - 14:30 & 19:00 - 23:00, Sat 19:00 - 23:00 Closed on Sun 215, Liberation Road Accra opposite Shangri-la Hotel Call +233 302 772 408 / +233 244 802 013
C HEEZZ L L I IEE NN CH
The ONLY Vietnamese Restaurant in Accra
opening hours : MONDAY - SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Lunch : noon to 3pm,
Dinner : 6pm to 11pm
Dinner : 6pm to 11pm
Location :osu behind koala Tel:+ (233) 030 2 775356 Email: chezlien@yahoo.fr
Place Your Advertisement NOW!!! Call: 0244 377 802 or (233) 0302 787 025
B ranche Restaurant, Bar & Lounge
Lodge & French Restaurant Gastronomy East Cantonments • Tel
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hospitality AFRICAN RESTAURANTS
Afrikiko Asake Local Buka Ethiopian Rest. Red Chilli Tante Marie Home Touch
(030) 222 9997 (030) 278 6328 (030) 278 2953 (024) 306 8165 (024) 790 2809 (030) 277 8914 (030) 277 7662
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CONTINENTAL RESTAURANTS
Rest. Xango At Citizen Kofi The Grill Le Tandem Frankie’s Livingstone Au Grand Ecuyer Captain Hook La Chaumière Le Bouquet Landing Rest. Le Magellan Mama Mia(delivery) Monsoon Zanzibar
(030) 278 7822/ (030) 278 7811 (024) 966 6333 (030) 276 2959 (030) 277 3567 (030) 276 7740 (030) 276 8643 (030) 276 2228 (030) 277 2408 (030) 277 2417 (030) 276 0775 (030) 277 7629 (024) 426 4151 (030) 278 2307 (030) 278 6099
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ORIENTAL RESTAURANTS
Bali Hai Chez Lien China House
(030) 277 1700 (030) 277 5356 (030) 276 0284
City Garden Rest.
(030) 222 1710/29
Dragon House Dynasty Noble House Hinlone Kohinoor Pearl Chinese Heritage Zanzibar
(030) 276 2988 (030) 277 5496 (030) 278 5151 (030) 277 2782 (030) 277 1999 (024) 440 6748 (030) 278 5252 (024) 489 0990
OTHER RESTAURANTS
Arlecchino (024) 541 0403 Cuppa Cappuccino (024) 820 4441 Bella Roma (024) 747 4007 Sunshine (030) 278 0599 Sunshine Café (021) 278 5733 Akroma Plaza (031) 202 5513 LA GALETTE (024) 675 2429 Foodies (030) 266 1858 Fali’s Hot Pot (030) 225 8473 Stellar Catering (024) 477 3403
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BARS
Accra Bar Bywel Bar Bus Stop Ryan’s Irish Pub
(030) 278 7811/ (030) 278 7822 (030) 276 7793 (030) 222 0930 (030) 276 2334
BEAUTY
FIRST CHOICE SALON Tel:+(233)-030 268 2997 / 24 437 4894 info@firstchoicehair.com
SALON CITY SPA Tel: +(233)-030 276 8751 info@saloncityspa.com
LADY PAM SALON
LA PALM ROYAL BEACH HOTEL Tel: +(233) 030-277 1700 lapalm@gbhghana.net
LABADI BEACH HOTEL (ACCRA) Tel: +(233) 030-277 2501 labadi@legacy.hotels.co.za
ALISA HOTEL Tel:+(233) 030-214 233/232 670 info@alisahotels.com
FRANKIE’S HOTEL Tel:+(233) 030-277 3567 frankies@frankiesghana.com
Tel: +(233)-030 277 6952
HOLY TRINITY SPA Tel: +(233)-0362091334
LAJEN UNISEX SALON Tel: (020) 871 4892/ 0302 777 837 lajen-bshop@hotmail.com
L'eden Afro-European Unisex Salon Tel: (024) 426 5179
(030) 278 5421
Millionaires Accra (030) 277 4339 info@millionairescasino-gh.com Millionaires Kumasi (032) 204 9868 info@millionairescasino-gh.com
MARISET PLAZA Tel: +(233) 030-277 4542 / 277 4542 mplazahotel@4u.com.hg
NOVA HOTEL Tel: +(233) 030 277 5579
HOLIDAY INN HOTEL Tel :+(233) 030 274 0930
CHEZ LIEN TEL:+(233) 030 277 5356 chezlien@ighmail.com
BEST WESTERN PREMIER TEL:+(233) 0302 216 570/766 902 www.bestwesternpremier.com.gh
AFRICAN REGENT HOTEL TEL:+(233) 0302 765 180-2 info@african-regent-hotel.com
Classifieds
Tel:+(233) 030-271 1111-8 info@dutchotel.com
GOLDEN TULIP Tel: (030) 221 3161 info@goldentulipaccra.com
FIESTA ROYALE
CAR HIRE
VRS Cole Consult Atlas Rent-A-Car
TEL: +(233) 030-266 7546 reservations@accrahotel.net
DUTCH HOTEL
CASINOS
Lapalm Casino
NOVOTEL HOTEL
HOTELS - ACCRA
HOLIDAY HOTEL Tel:+(233) 030 277 3660/1 holidayhotel@ghana.com
(030) 277 9387 (024) 4035856 (024) 427 7871
TEL: +(233)-030 274 0811 info@fiestaroyalehotel.com
CULTURAL CENTRES
Alliance Française (030) 277 3134 British Council (030) 268 3068 Goethe Institute (030) 277 6764 Nebuke Foundation (028) 910 2163
Looking for a male siamese cat I am a cute female siamese cat looking for a handsome male siamese cat to have nice babies with blue eyes. Tel: 024 096 9911
Classifieds
Express Delivery Services
DHL Fedex Ground Sky Net TNT Express
(030) 223 0516 (030) 266 6659 (030) 223 0516 (024) 205 0501 (030) 276 6518
Jitz Event And Rentals We rent Marquees, table, chairs, chafing dishes and whole lot more. Tel: 0244 272 621/ 0277 272 621 email : juliet@jitzgh.com website: www.jitzgh.com
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REAL ESTATES
CROWN APARTMENTO Tel:+(233) 030-277 1712 reservation@crownapartmento.com
REDROW DEVELOPMENTS LTD Tel: + 233 244 20 1884 info@redrowghana.com
PALOMA HOTEL
A&C DEVELOPMENT
Tel:+(233) 030-222 8700 reservations@palomahotel.com
Tel: +233 030 251 5055 info@aandcdevelopment.com
HILLTOP HOTEL
ARABELLA RESIDENCY
Tel:+(233) 030-224 8444 maidenhotels2003@yahoo.com
Tel:+233 030 222 1742/24 966 6633 business@polygroupgh.com
HOTELS - KUMASI
GOLDEN TULIP +(233)-032-208 3777 sales@goldentulipkumasicity.com
ROYAL BASIN RESORT Tel :+(233)-032 20 60144 / 20 60169 royalbasin@gh.com
GOLDEN GATE HOTEL Tel: +(233)-032 20 37073 / 20 37074
MIKLIN HOTEL Tel: +(233)-032 20 39121 / 20 39122 / 39 123
Express Property Management Ltd Tel: +233 030 2768 886 Fax: +233 030 2784 210 info@expresspropertyghana.com RESORTS
Lou Moon Lodge New Coco Beach Dutch Hotel Elmina Beach Busua Beach Busua Inn Ramada Resort Hillburi Aburi
(020) 824 1549 (030) 271 7235 (030) 271 1111 (033) 234 00102 (020) 638 8029 (207) 373 579 (030) 271 7235-7 (024) 438 5008
TRAVEL & TOURS
PAPARAZZI HOTEL Tel: +(233)-032 20 92026 / 20 91986
ACCADIA CAFE & RESTAURANT Tel: +(233)-24 393 3399
CEDAR CRESCENT HOTEL Tel: +(233)-032 20 27238 / 248-641 357 cdarcrescent@yahoo.com
Amadeus Ghana (030) 276 5590 Antrak Travel (030) 277 7134 Global Village Travel (030) 276 9273 Stellar Travel (030) 276 4557-8 024 288 2009 NomadAfrica (030) 701 1234 Travel Bureau (030) 282 3004/5 WINE SHOPS
HOTELS - TAKORDI
RAYBOW INT HOTEL Tel +(233) 031- 202 2072, 202 5438 raybowhotel@yahoo.com AKROMA PLAZA Tel: +233 31 202 3745 / 202 3790 STELLAR LODGE Tel: +(233) 031 269 98
X O WINE SHOP Tel: (024)-664 3208 Bacchus Wine Shop Tel:+(233)-244 142 026 / +(233)-243 308 737
CAPE TRADING COMPANY LTD Tel: +(233) 30 277 6705 / 276 1715 sales@capetrading.biz
SAY CHEERS (WINES & SPIRITS) Tel: +(233) 30 281 1407
NIGHT CLUBS
Club Citizen Aphrodisiac
(030) 278 7811/ (030) 278 7822 (030) 276 6734
OTHERS
Accra Mall Greet Kids Concept
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Embassies Algeria Australia Austria Belgium Benin Brazil Bulgaria Burkina Faso Canada China CÔte d’lvoire Denmark Ethiopia Finland France Gambia Germany Guinea Hungary India Iran Ireland Italy Korea Japan Lebanon Liberia Mali Morocco Netherlands Niger Nigeria Norway Philippines Poland Spain Russia Rwanda Czech Rep. Senegal Togo Congo Turkey U.K. U.S.A. Switzerland
(030)-277 6719 (030)-221 6400 (030)-278 3368 (030)-277 6561 (030)-277 4860 (030)-277 4908 (030)-277 2404 (030)-222 1988 (030)-277 3791 (030)-277 7073 (030)-277 2611 (030)-222 6972 (030)-276 5682 (030)-277 7500 (030)-221 4550 (030)-231 5840 (030)-222 1311 (030)-277 7921 (030)-240 0770 (030)-277 5601 (030)-276 0521 (030)-251 8112 (030)-277 5621 (030)-277 7533 (030)-276 5060 (030)-277 6727 (030)-277 5641 (030)-266 3276 (030)-277 5669 (030)-278 5487 (030)-222 4962 (030)-277 6158 (030)-222 0101 (030)-251 6442 (030)-250 2829 (030)-277 4004 (030)-277 5611 (030)-225 1894 (030)-222 3540 (030)-277 0285 (030)-277 7950 (030)-224 5977 (030)-276 8567 (030)-222 1665 (030)-277 5347 (030)-222 8125
INT. DIALING CODES Angola 244 Australia 61 Austria 43 Belgium 32 Benin 229 Botswana 267 Brazil 55 Burkina Faso 226 58
Burundi 257 Cameroon 237 Canada 1 Cape Verde 238 Cntrl African Rep 236 Chad 235 Czech Republic 420 Denmark 45 Egypt 20 Equatorial Guinea 240 France 33 Gabon 241 Gambia 220 Guinea 224 Italy 39 Japan 81 North Korea 850 South Korea 82 Liberia 231 Libya 218 Mali 223 Mauritania 222 Mauritius 230 Morocco 212 Namibia 264 Rwanda 250 Senegal 221 Sierra Leone 232 South Africa 27 Togo 228 Uganda 256 U.S.A. 1 DRC 243 Zambia 260 Zimbabwe 263
AIRLINES kotoka Airport Aero Contractor Aerogem Aviation American Airlines Asky airline Air Ghana Air Ivoire Air Senegal Int. Antrack Air Alitalia Belview Airlines British Airlines Brussels Airlines Cathay Pacific City Link Air Ltd Delta Airlines Egypt Air Emirate Airlines Ghana Int.
(030)-277 6171 (030)-268 1978/9 (030)-276 9298 (030)-268 8804 (030)-224 0442/3 (030)-277 4007 (030)-224 2056 (030)-278 0567 (030)-276 5377 (030)-278 3319/21
(030)-223 0329 (030)-221 4996 (030)-224 3893 (208)-213 8270 (030)-277 0445 (030)-276 5262 (030)-277 7756 (030)-277 3528 (030)-223 0319 (030)-221 3555
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Kenya Airways KLM Lufthansa Middle East North American Royal Air Maroc Royal Dutch Slock Air Int. South African Air UNMIL Virgin Nigeria
(030)-224 1560 (030)-221 4700 (030)-224 3893 (030)-223 0867 (030)-291 1087 (030)-276 6333 (030)-277 6509 (030)-276 6740 (030)-278 3676 (030)-277 3890 (030)-291 1721
24 HR EMERGENCY CENTRE (030)-277 6787 (030)-277 5341
Trust Hospital Nyaho Clinic
BANKS Access Bank Agri. Dev.Bank Bank of Ghana Barclays Bank Cal Bank Ltd CDH Securities Ltd Credit References Databank Group Ecobank NIB SG-SSB
(030)-278 4143 (030)-266 2640 (030)-266 6902 (030)-278 4049 (030)-268 0061 (030)-266 7425 (030)-278 2581 (030)-266 9421 (030)-268 1147 (030)-266 1701 (030)-220 2020
FIRE SERVICE Headquarters Cantonments Central (Makola) Industrial Area Dansoman Madina Aviation Trade Fare
(030)-277 2446 (030)-266 6576 (030)-277 9635 (030)-222 3169 (030)-231 0903 (030)-250 1744 (030)-277 3285 (030)-277 3949
HOSPITALS Akai House Clinic Akai House (Osu) 37 Military Hospital Korle-Bu Lister hospital Nyaho Clinic Princess Marie Louise West African Rescue
(030)-278 4772 (030)-276 3821 (030)-277 6111 (030)-266 5401 (030)-281 2325/6 (030)-277 5341 (030)-266 4137 (030)-278 1258
POLICE Emergency 191 Regional (030)-266 4611 Headquarters (030)-276 0273 Mobile Force (030)-266 3625 Accra Central (030)-240 1999 Achimota (030)-222 1368 Adabraka (030)-277 7592 Airport Enjoy October 2011
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