Mobile Web Ghana, in collaboration with Ghana Dot Com and Keap, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the fourth annual Africa Digital Skills Conference 2023, its most impactful to date. 

The event, which took place online from November 7th to November 9th, 2023, saw an unprecedented increase in active participation across the African continent.

This year’s conference had a total of 7,162 session attendees, which is more than double the previous year’s figure of 2,997.

Attendees at the sessions came from 53 different countries, demonstrating the continent’s growing digital synergy and interest. The conference was led by 40 trainers, each of whom provided unique insights and knowledge in a variety of emerging and highly relevant digital fields.

Key digital skills such as data analysis, graphic design, digital marketing, social media marketing, programming, and product development were among the digital skills taught. 

These essential digital skills are the foundation of the modern digital economy, and this will enable the youth to positively contribute to the continent’s growth story.

“We are thrilled by the high participation in this year’s Africa Digital Skills Conference,” said Florence Toffa, director of Mobile Web Ghana. This overwhelmingly positive response attests to changing digital needs and quantifies the value of this conference to Africa’s expanding digital ecosystem.”

The fourth annual conference’s success demonstrates Mobile Web Ghana and its partners’ unwavering commitment to promoting digital empowerment among African youths. 

It also highlights the potential for digital learning platforms to scale their impact and equip African youth with the skills they need to navigate and thrive in the digital economy.

The Africa Digital Skills Conference 2023 further confirms the advancement and potential of digital learning in Africa, and the organisers eagerly anticipate the fifth edition next year.

For more information about the next Africa Digital Skills Conference or to collaborate with us, please visit Africadigitalskillsconference.org or email info@mobilewebghana.org. 

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The Shidaa Foundation led by Canada-based Ghanaian entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mr. Roland Akwensivie has donated learning materials to Apateim Methodist Basic School in the Nzema East Municipal in the Western region.

On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, the foundation donated an electric wheelchair, reading books, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, binders, colored pencils and crayons, calculators, mathematical sets, and school bags.

In an interview with Wyse Brain of Wyse Promotions, Mr Roland Akwensivie disclosed the reasons why he chose Apateim for this particular donation.

“Apateim was identified as an area with a significant need for educational support. This was based on factors such as economic conditions, access to educational resources, and the number of underserved children in the community. The foundation identified Apateim as an area where the donations would have the most impact”, he said.

He also appealed to the general public to support the Shidaa Foundation.

“The Shidaa Foundation welcomes support from individuals and organizations to help advance its mission of empowering underserved youth and improving education. Contributions can take various forms including donations, in-kind donations, volunteering, partnerships, advocacy, sponsorship, and community engagement”, he added.

The mission of The Shidaa Foundation is to advance education and empower underserved youth to reach their full potential. The foundation is dedicated to providing educational support, resources, and opportunities to children in need, ensuring that they have the tools to succeed in their academic journeys.

The vision of The Shidaa Foundation is to create a brighter future by making education accessible and igniting hope in underserved communities. The foundation aspires to touch the lives of as many children as possible, kindling their love for learning and providing them with the necessary tools to succeed. It envisions a world where education is a transformative force, breaking down barriers and empowering youth to realize their dreams.

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BET Award-winning artiste Black Sherif releases a new single, titled ‘Oh No’ today through his record label; RBA and EMPIRE.

This song asserts the 21-year-old’s dominance as one of the front-runners leading the charge from Africa to the rest of the world.

‘Oh No’; a Highlife, soul and drill-infused anthem produced by his in-house producer and long-time collaborator; Samsney, with additional production by Joker Nharnah, details the rapper’s resilience in navigating through the cold storms of adversities while still staying true to his art.

The song’s resounding chorus finds the ‘BET International Flow’ winner reaffirming his decision to keep working while staying true to who he is and never switching up.

Detailing the inspiration behind ‘Oh No’, the singer reiterated;

“It feels like me standing at the edge of an open pit but I know the resultant effect of the very next step at that moment in time.

I chose to live my life devoid of any fear of falling into the pit. There are voices around and within; pushing me. Either to direct my next step away from the pit or have me fall into this deep abyss.

“Oh No”, is a reaffirmation to my destiny and my calling. It’s me defining who I am, what I have believed in and basking in the work I have put in thus far”.

Black Sherif began the year with the release of a double single project dubbed, ‘Take Care of Yourself Blacko’– self-care affirmation songs which preach healing and taking time to reflect on his journey.

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Ghanaian gospel musician, Emelia Baidoo, has spoken on the issue of whether church instrumentalists/Singers are supposed to be paid for their work.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Best FM’s Naacy on the Sunday afternoon show, Gospel After Church, she simply said “The worker is worth their wage”, hence, supporting the motion that they should be paid.

She explained that if it is what the person does for a living on a regular basis and they have also been taken by the church to play during services, then they are worth being paid.

Just as the Bible says, the hand that does not work shall not eat. If you run a church and have prayer meetings, rehearsals, week long programmes, and in all cases, you expect the instrumentalist/singers to be there but you don’t pay him, how will he/she eat at the end of the day?” she quizzed.

Emelia continued that, “If they come to church not looking presentable, you will complain about their appearance too so if he or she is working as an instrumentalist or singer in the church, you have to pay them so that they can also fend for themselves. It is God’s work that they have committed themself to, however, they are using their time so you need to help them to be able to do God’s work well”.

According to the singer, singers/instrumentalist are sometimes underrated because people feel they are only seated, playing whatever they play, not realizing that even before the church service, they rehearsed for hours.

“It’s the preparation that determines that output on that day so it’s important to put all that, including the number of times you need him to do ministry, into consideration. My father used to say that what makes a good church is good word, good praise and worship, good prayer and good sound”.

On this note, the singer concluded that instrumentalists are an important part of a good church, hence, they need to be paid for their work so that they are motivated to keep doing God’s work.

Emelia Baidoo who has been described by many has one of the best when it comes to stage performance, is currently out with a new single dubbed “Onyame Nsa” which she features De Thompson.

Aido Network International Incollaboration With Cynthia Adu Boaten Slated Royal Gala & Exhibition For November 25

Mark your calendars for an electrifying celebration of culture and exhibition as Aido Network International Incollaboration With Bishop Cynthia Adu Boateng takes over London on 21st December, 2023.

The highly appreciated event, royal gala, dinner and exhibition is set to be the biggest event in London, promising unforgettable experience of all ages.

Organized by H.H Jones Eganga and Queen Grace in London collaboration with award-winning gospel singer, Bishop Cynthia Adu Boateng.

This beautiful event will take place at Hilton hotel, Croydon – London at exactly 4pm to 10pm.

Aido Network International and Bishop Cynthia Adu Boateng is inviting all chiefs, ministers, pastors, companies etc to come and support this beautiful event.

This beautiful gala night eventis organised for fundraising to the needy and the less privileged.

Check the the flyer for more info

You can also visit their website aidonetwork.org

These couple of weeks have seen musician Shatana, go back and forth with leader of International God’s Way Church, Bishop Daniel Obinim over a video that surfaced around the same time.

The video which was taken by Shatana saw some alleged number of prostitutes plying their trade in front of Bishop’s church. To add salt to injury, these alleged prostitutes purported that they lived in one of Obinim’s apartment s which were a few blocks from the church’s premises.

They also claimed, they had to pay 2,000cedis to foot the rent fee of the room. Shatana explained this situation in an interview on Kingdom FM last week.

Bishop Obinim who saw this as demeaning has rebutted the allegations fiercely with explanations. At a church sermon last week in his church, he expressed that the stories are all untrue and cooked. He further dared Shatana to provide evidence if she thinks her story is true.

This is the third time Angel Obinim has responded to the story. Well, Shatana is yet to counter what Bishop has said.

The long-awaited song of Ghanaian contemporary gospel singer and songwriter, Mrs. Esther Issaka, known as Esther Issaka Music in the gospel music industry, is set to be released on August 27, 2023.

She talked about her new project in a post on her social media platforms.

“Let no one cause you to think that you are a failure. Victory is God’s nature. Once you are His, oseeye shall be your song.

We are not alone. Christ is with us, goes ahead of us and defends us. Surely, Oseeye shall be our song. Jesus did not promise us a challenge free Christian journey. He rather assures that we shall not consumed by the fire and the waters shall not devour us.
Oseeye is our song”.

Now that the release date has been announced, Mrs. Esther Issaka wishes Oseeye will bring hope, encouragement and joy into the hearts of all who will hear this tune.

The official release date for this song is set to be released on August 27, 2023.

Esther Issaka’s personal life is a testament to her grounded and faith-centered approach. She is married to Rev Dr. Suleman De-Graft Issaka, a Pastor of the Church of Pentecost. Together, they are blessed with four children: Nkunim, Adom, Adepa, and Abapa. Her role as a pastor’s wife has added another layer of responsibility and influence to her journey, further reinforcing her commitment to her faith and her musical ministry.

In 2021, Esther Issaka made a significant mark with the release of her single “Odihene,” which resonated powerfully with her followers and garnered widespread acclaim. This achievement underscores her ability to blend spirituality with artistic excellence.

Please follow her for updates regarding this release @estherissaka_muisc on all social media platforms.

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The internet has been full of banters these couple of weeks. One which is fast gaining roots is that of artiste, Shatana and Bishop Obinim’s. It has sparked serious concerns outrages on the information super highway.

It has been a week when Shatana alleged that there has been a couple of sex workers plying their trade in front of the House of the Lord, where Bishop Angel Obinim sheperds. When Shatana decided to drive them away from the premises because it is blasphemous, she was met with a mouth gaping  revelation. That Bishop Obinim owned the apartments that housed them (prostitutes), and they had to pay 2000cedis every month or face eviction.

This got to Shatana so much that she released the video and called the Ghanaian christiandom to be up and doing. The video then sparked heavy appeal and reaction.

Bishop Obinim who saw the need to explain the situation because it tarnished his image has responded to the claims made by Shatana. He said indeed he owned the apartments and he has rented it out to girls, some of which are Nigerians, Kenyans, Ghanaians, etc

Bishop Obinim further said although he owned the apartments, he has not given any tenant the power to use it as a brothel. Nonetheless, he explained that he could not control a tenant who decides to use her body for material gains. He also expressed that he has gone to the house to preach to them and pray on countless occasions but to no avail. He further said, people have been desecrating business areas, official and public places, and many more since time immemorial. He gave an example of how once he saw a pastor and his singer having intercourse on Atwea Mountain’s Prayer Camp. Lastly, he stated that the said apartments of his was not near the church premises.

Shatana is yet to rebut what Bishop Angel Obinim has said.

Watch the video of what Obinim said and the interview of Shatana explaining how she saw the place.