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Pearl is an experienced Ghanaian multimedia journalist and voice actor, with a special passion for documentaries. She has more than ten years of experience as a reporter, producer, editor and newsreader across both radio and television. She started her Journalism career in 2004 at Radio Univers, situated on the University of Ghana campus where she worked for two(2) years. She moved to CitiFM and Citi TV in 2012 where she worked for eight (8) years. Whilst there, she was a news anchor for both radio and television, a reporter, assistant editor, producer and trainer. Pearl has valuable and honed skills in producing documentaries and feature reports in the area of Politics, Humanitarian Affairs, Youth, Gender and African current Affairs among others. She is passionate about telling African stories and for impact as well as training aspiring Journalists. She has also worked on documentary and voice over jobs for Absa bank and telecommunication company Airtel -Tigo. She recently joined the bird story agency of Africa no filter as a freelance writer.
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Ghana: Entrepreneur turns the ancient grain fonio into a solid business
Salma Abdulai, inspired by the potential of fonio grain, founded Amaati Group in Ghana, transforming it from an NGO to a profitable enterprise. Overcoming cultural barriers, she empowered landless women by providing them with land and resources to cultivate fonio. Despite initial market challenges, Abdulai's strategic rebranding and business model led to significant growth, with Amaati now producing 2.5 tonnes of fonio daily and exporting to multiple countries. Recognized by the Cartier Women’s Initiative, Abdulai's venture is valued at over $1.5 million, significantly impacting local communities and promoting fonio as a nutritious, sustainable crop.
Ghana: Former plastics manufacturer is turning discarded plastic material into building bricks
Nelson Boateng, a former plastic bag manufacturer in Ghana, transformed his business after severe flooding in 2015, which was exacerbated by plastic waste. He founded Nelplast, a company that recycles plastic waste into building bricks. Despite initial challenges, Boateng's bricks, which are more affordable and durable than traditional cement blocks, have gained acceptance. Nelplast's clients include private individuals, corporate organizations, and churches. Boateng's innovation has been recognized by the government, and he aims to expand his production to include roofing tiles made from plastic waste.
Not just fancy moves: how Ghana’s DWP dance academy is transforming lives
The Dance With A Purpose Academy, founded in 2017 by Ghanaian dancer Laud Konadu and his friends Ernest Kwablah and Nicholas Botchey, aims to professionalize dance in Ghana and has positively impacted over 200 youths, including Solomon Obeng, who transitioned from street hawking to featuring in music videos like Beyoncé's 'Already'. The academy, located in East Legon, Accra, offers thrice-weekly classes to a diverse group of students and plans to expand globally. It provides not only dance education but also life skills, professional grooming, and financial opportunities through paid performances and endorsements.
Making bricks out of plastic waste
Nelson Boateng, a former plastic bag manufacturer, transformed his business to address environmental concerns by creating Nelplast, a company that produces building bricks from plastic waste. This innovation emerged after severe flooding in Accra, attributed to plastic waste, prompted Boateng to reconsider his business's environmental impact. Nelplast's bricks, made from a mix of plastic and sand, offer a durable and cost-effective alternative to traditional cement blocks. Despite initial challenges, Boateng's bricks gained acceptance, leading to a government award and significant local employment. He aims to expand production and develop roofing tiles from plastic waste, pending investment.
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This video showcases samples of my other works ( Showreel)
''Skinned Alive'' is a documentary film that exposes the dangers associated with skin bleaching
A short documentary film for Absa bank on their banking services
Ghana: Former plastics manufacturer is turning discarded plastic material into building bricks
Nelson Boateng, a former plastic bag manufacturer, transformed his business following a devastating flood in Accra, Ghana, in 2015, which was exacerbated by plastic waste. Boateng founded Nelplast, a company that creates building bricks from plastic waste and sand, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional building materials. The bricks are cheaper, durable, and have several advantages over cement blocks, including resistance to algae and better sound absorption. Despite initial skepticism, Boateng's products are now gaining popularity, and he has received a government award for his innovative work. Boateng aspires to expand his business and dreams of producing roofing tiles made from plastic waste, pending investment and support.
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