Episodes
Dawn shares her experiences and insights as a bridge between the diaspora and Africa, particularly focusing on Ghana. We delve into the cultural renaissance and global prominence of Ghana, comparing it to the growth of Atlanta in the early 2000s. We explore the differences between living in Accra and Lagos, and the thriving business and networking opportunities in Ghana. Dawn also shares her experiences in Rwanda, emphasizing the importance of authenticity when sharing advice and comparing...
Published 07/13/24
In Part 2 of our interview with Joy FM Geek Squad show in Ghana hosted by Adobea Biritwum, Joseph Inti, host of Sincerely Accra, and Adrian Daniels, host and producer of Sound of Accra, share their insights on growing and monetising a podcast. They emphasise the importance of community engagement, consistency, and leveraging social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Joseph highlights the value of responding to every comment and giving shout-outs to followers, while Adrian...
Published 07/11/24
In this episode, Adrian sits down with the incredible Dawn Dickson who has been building companies for 23 years; A 6-time founder, entrepreneur, speaker and real estate investor, sharing her journey and passion for building bridges between the diaspora and Africa, particularly Ghana. We discussed: The booming real estate market in AccraThe cultural renaissance, and the business opportunities awaiting in GhanaDawn's insights on investing, navigating the real estate landscape, and creating a...
Published 07/04/24
In episode 6 of Season 6, Adrian interviews Andrew Asare (aka Andis Barber). We had the pleasure of speaking to the legendary barber, entrepreneur, and multi-award-winning barber, Andrew Asare. Andrew shares insights into his journey from humble beginnings in Ghana to becoming a prominent figure in the barbering industry. He discusses his dedication to changing lives through his work and his commitment to giving back to his community. From uplifting stories to industry challenges and future...
Published 06/27/24
Full interview from the Live Q&A with Sydney Sam, Founder of Workspace Global. Adrian Daniels engages with Sydney Sam, the founder of Workspace Global, a SaaS platform designed to support entrepreneurs and small businesses with creative and development needs. Born and raised in Ghana, Sydney shares his journey from Ghana to building a tech-driven company that offers subscription-based access to a full creative team, including designers, writers, and social media managers,...
Published 06/25/24
In episode 5, Adrian interviews Rochelle, a content creator and entrepreneur who relocated to Accra, Ghana. Rochelle shares her journey of moving to Ghana three years ago and starting a successful restaurant, Crazy Burger, with her partner. The conversation delves into the challenges and rewards of balancing motherhood, content creation, and entrepreneurship. In this episode you'll learn: -Rochelle's approach to maintaining authenticity in her vlogs - The importance of being genuine, and her...
Published 06/20/24
Adrian is joined by two friends who are some promising young and up and coming Entrepreneurs in Ghana from the Agriculture space; Nana Kofi of Merdeo Foods and Gideon Awelana-Bulase of The Honey Palace. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities in the agricultural industry, the impact of technology, real estate, and climate change on farming, and the innovative solutions these entrepreneurs are bringing to the table. From supply chain issues to exciting expansion plans, get ready...
Published 06/13/24
Henry Asenso is the founder and CEO of Kuro Africa Analytics. He is a UK-based professional who has been juggling his day job with his work alongside Kuro Africa for the past 3 to 4 years. Recently, he has been working with web developers to build an intuitive platform for Real Estate investors in Ghana and the African continent. Kuro Africa is Ghana's first real estate investment platform leveraging data and analytics. In this episode we discuss: The importance of generating revenue and...
Published 06/06/24
On Today's Fintech Friday edition, Adrian explores the Ghanaian Cedis reaching an all time low of one pound sterling to eighteen point seventy-five Cedis (£1 to GHC 18.75 Cedis). Bloomberg reports: "Ghana’s cedi is in a record-breaking weakening cycle. The currency hasn’t gained versus the dollar in the past 22 trading sessions, the longest streak according to data compiled by Bloomberg going back to 1994. The cedi traded 0.3% weaker at 13.9310 by 1 p.m. in London. It’s declined 14% this...
Published 05/31/24
In this special interview on The Sound of Accra Podcast, Adrian sits down with property millionaire Samuel Leeds. He is an experienced property investor, TV Landlord and entrepreneur with a passion for big dreams and aspirations. His advice to start small and build up comes from his own experience in making mistakes on first projects and the huge amount of planning required for large ventures.  We dive into Samuel’s experiences and observations in Ghana, exploring the country’s development,...
Published 05/23/24
Adrian is joined by Amma Gyampo, co-founder and CEO of ScaleUpAfrica, for an enlightening conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the unique challenges and opportunities facing Africa. Together, Adrian and Amma delve into the world of impact investing, the importance of job creation, and the crucial role of the youth demographic in shaping the future of the continent. They also explore the impact of COVID-19 on Africa and discuss potential solutions and opportunities for growth.
Published 05/16/24
Adrian sits down with Carlton Cofie, Editor of Asaase Radio 99.5 in today’s episode. In this captivating interview, Carlton recounts his journey from teaching broadcast journalism to shaping the next generation of reporters in Ghana. From discussing the impact of storytelling and the challenges of the evolving news industry to reminiscing about his time in London, this episode is packed with wisdom and insights.
Published 05/08/24
Glovo the multinational food delivery app leaves the Ghanaian market - What does this mean for the Food Delivery Industry in Ghana?
Published 05/06/24
In our Season 6 opener, Adrian sits down with Emmanuel Amoh-Obeng, Founder of Twi Learning Center, to explore the importance of preserving language and culture, with a focus on the Ghanaian Twi language. They discuss the language courses available at the Twi Learning Center and the impact of understanding and adapting to Ghanaian culture in both business and everyday life. Emmanuel shares his experiences and the journey of starting the online school, with a focus on connecting people to...
Published 05/02/24
Season 6 Official Podcast Audio Trailer of The Sound of Accra Podcast includes fantastic Ghanaian-focused voices disrupting and pioneering various top industries including Ghana Real Estate, Tech, Property, Entrepreneurship, Agriculture, Fashion & Media.
Published 04/24/24
Yande is the Operations Manager for Africa at Binance Africa, where she is fully immersed in the fintech and tech ecosystem. Based in Cape Town, she is excited to be a part of the emergence of tech start-ups in the area, leading it to become a hub of innovation similar to Silicon Valley. Yande believes that cities like Nairobi and Cape Town are at the forefront of tech innovation in Africa, and he is proud to be building Binance from this bustling tech scene.
Published 04/12/24
Adrian Daniels of The Sound of Accra Podcast joins Sincerely Accra’s Joseph Nti, on Joy FM’s Geek Squad Radio panel, discussing the ultimate guide to Starting a Podcast in Ghana.
Published 04/03/24
In this clip, we delve deep into an insightful discussion about Ghana’s readiness for Web3, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency. Our dialogue springs from an interview with Del Titus, a strong evangelist in Ghana’s Web3 space. Discover how global tech giants like Google and Twitter have set up headquarters in Accra, with other tech companies following suit and establishing themselves in Ghana.
Published 03/20/24
Founder and CEO of Very Puzzled, Patrick Adom, is saving families and bringing them together, by getting them away from the daily distractions of toxic television, social media feeds and other things. He’s also making his own family proud by building a company and a product that they can be proud of, that he can leave behind to his daughter one day to be in full control of!
Published 03/13/24
Adrian Daniels sits down with radio host and news Editor of Asaase Radio 99.5 in Cantonments, Carlton Cofie, to discuss the inspiration behind his podcast, ”The Sound of Accra.” Adrian shares how the podcast originated from his networking events in Accra and has now grown to feature top Ghanaian founders, entrepreneurs, and creators worldwide. He talks about the significance of the podcast’s title and his approach to engaging guests, while also delving into the podcast’s focus on the vibrant...
Published 03/10/24
Adrian has a conversation this week with Carlita Cash, is the founder of Afri+Tech, a business focused on educating Africans on blockchain technology and cryptocurrency.
Published 02/28/24
Adrian speaks to Patrick Adom, founder and co-CEO of Very Puzzled (his daughter is a fractional CEO!). It is a children’s toy manufacturer that focuses on African-Caribbean themed jigsaw puzzles for children developed with both parents and child. It’s stocked in top UK stores including Waterstones, Hamleys and John Lewis. Very Puzzled offers families of all backgrounds the opportunity to explore and learn more about the richness of Africa and the African-Caribbean community.
Published 02/22/24
Stellar Development Foundation visits Accra For Ecosystem Meetup | Lemfi resumes trading in Ghana | Is Ghana’s E-levy about to be abolished by Dr Bawumia?
Published 02/18/24
Afua took advantage of her school’s motto to ’Aim High’, and was the first person from her school in 10 years to get into Oxbridge. Over the years, she has gone on to craft a career she loves. She graduated with a law degree, but had other interests including Politics, Sociology and teaching. Evenutally launching Sambamba Consulting and Coaching, Afua now uses her professional training and experience in coaching, education and consulting to empower ambitious individuals to take action at...
Published 02/07/24
Ghanaian film producer Isaac Ameyaw on making short films on a budget and being able to pay actors and go on Netflix. He talks about the challenges of working on a shoe string budget to how quickly films can be made with a Hollywood style budget. Isaac is the founder of YouTube channel Ike Motivation Media, which has accumulated 100s of thousands of views thanks to his creative short films, mainly featured on YouTube, that tell short stories that we can all relate to in life. What makes them...
Published 01/31/24