How I Use And Care For My Crystal Jewelry

Crystals, also referred to as gemstones and semi-precious stones, are a great way to set and carry intentions within your life. With the variety of colors, shapes, and meanings, there is a crystal for everyone. With my business, Bandele Muse, I provide crystal gemstone jewelry. I selected gemstones for their healing properties and combined them…

I Moderated An Ama Ata Aidoo Legacy Celebration + My Thoughts On Progress

Let's discuss! I had the privilege of moderating the Intergenerational Celebration of the Legacy of Ama Ata Aidoo. This event was in Accra and featured a panel of women who shared their reflections and experiences. The event was organized by the Writers Project of Ghana and the AKO Caine Prize for African Writing. Ama Ata…

What Is Afrofuturism and Africanfuturism?

Did you know there is now a distinction being made between Afrofuturism and Africanfuturism? As you may know, my business Bandele Muse is an inner-galactic African life and style experience. That means, among other things, futurism is a heavy inspiration and influence. Funnily enough, while reading more about this, I now recognize that Bandele Muse…

My First Time at PaGya! Literary Festival in Accra, Ghana

"If books are not talked about, they die." If you are looking for Ghana's intellectual, literary, and creative community, you need to check this out. In this video, I share with you my very first time at the Pa Gya! Literary Festival in Accra. Hosted and organized by Writers Project Ghana at the Goethe-Institute, this…

Can I Manufacture Fashion In Ghana

The answer to that question is yes. The methods take longer to unpack. The commitment is real and worth it. The patience and discipline required are undeniable. I have spent the past 7 months on the ground exploring clothing, jewelry, and furniture production. Yes, the Made in Ghana adventure continues. Would you believe me if…

Healthy Lifestyle in Ghana ft Ben Asamani + Tatale Vegan Restaurant

Eat well + Live well is easier said than done. In Ghana, we have most of the ingredients for this, but access and knowledge on how to use it are needed. In this video, I introduce you to Ben Asamani, founder of Tatale Vegan Restaurant. We have an insightful discussion on thriving in Ghana, the…

Dagny Zenovia and Michelle Konadu

How I Thrive In Ghana ft Michelle Konadu x Villa Diaspora

There is more than one way to thrive in Ghana. I believe the mindset behind defining success and maneuvering reality is so important in developing the path that works for you. In this post, I introduce you to Michelle Konadu, founder of Villa Diaspora. We have an insightful discussion on her experience building Villa Diaspora…

The Roaring 20s: The Panoramic Panini Pandemonium Edition

Is it truly a bad thing if certain history repeats itself? For instance, comparing the current Panoramic decade to the 1920s, would it be beneficial or chaotic if our behavior turned out to be the same? Along with developing a collection of masks to coordinate with my outfits, I have been wondering if there is…