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Lists of Ewe names and their meanings

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In the Ghanaian community and bringing it down to the Ewes, names are specifically given for different reasons. The main reason why names among this tribe are never taken for granted is that the names normally have a direct impact on the bearers. Names are given for a reason since they reflect or have an influence on the people to whom they are given. All names have meanings they represent and Ghanaian names and specifically Ewe names are not an exception.  You will be enlightened on some of these Ewe names and their various meanings. In fact, this article gives you an idea of what some Ewe names mean. Names are like organic components of the people per the people's beliefs.    We believe that individuals become the name they are given and for this reason, names are chosen carefully before being given to individuals. Some of the names are just given to show the day of the week a person is born whereas some show the circumstances around a person's birth. Below are some nam...

Memories of Independence Day Celebrations in Ghana

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After having attained her independence on 6th March 1957, every citizen and even neighboring countries shared in the joy when the country's freedom was declared by the Late Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. Independence was a long awaited moment then but now that we live in the post-independence regime, what memories can we share about this honorable day? From our young age, independence day celebration has been a very special day in the life of every individual and as it is celebrated every, no one gets tired because the experiences from the celebration are enormous and wonderful. Before every Independence Day Celebration comes off, there are diverse activities of preparation that precede the celebration by all manner of people and organizations. Every school in Ghana prepares specially towards this day and I mean rigorous rehearsals for performances like singing, dancing, marching and a whole lot of interesting stuffs. These were the moments we were taught how to march correct...