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Dada Kwakye Duah, widely known as Dada K.D. , was a beloved Ghanaian highlife musician known for his heartfelt love songs. His journey in music began at the young age of seven, and by 15, he was already playing instruments in church. During his teenage years, he joined friends during festive seasons to visit homes, singing and playing music. People around him quickly noticed his talent—especially his ability to sing other artists’ songs flawlessly—and encouraged him to pursue singing more seriously. After secondary school, Dada K.D. tried to join music bands, but many turned him away, saying he was too young. Still, he didn’t give up. His breakthrough came when he met Michael Osei Agyemang , who helped him record his first album, “Honey Love” , at GEE MAN’s studio . He followed this with two more albums— “Adi Nye Wop” and “Eden Na Megyee” . In 1998, due to challenges in the local music scene, he moved abroad to seek better opportunities. Over the years, Dada K.D. released nine alb...

Every year on May 1st , Ghana joins the rest of the world in observing Labour Day — a special occasion set aside to recognize and celebrate the immense contributions of workers to the country’s growth and development. As industries expand, cities modernize, and institutions evolve, it is the resilience and dedication of Ghana’s workforce that forms the unshakable backbone of progress. The Origins of Labour Day Labour Day, also known as May Day or International Workers’ Day , has roots in the international labour movement of the late 1800s. The day originally emerged from workers' protests demanding fair working hours — most notably the fight for an eight-hour workday . In Ghana, the holiday was institutionalized after independence in 1957, as part of efforts to uplift the dignity of the Ghanaian workforce and strengthen trade unions. Since then, it has become a national public holiday observed with passion and purpose across the country. Celebrating the Modern Ghanaian Worker...