Akwaaba

It is that time of year once again, when Ghanaians all around the world celebrate the importance of the work of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah in leading Ghana to become the first African nation to achieve Independence. This is something that should be celebrated by Africans everywhere! Ghana is Free, Free Forever. Amen.

GBSN Survey

Thank you to everyone who has taken part in our online survey to date – we have received some great feedback which is shaping how we move forward as a network. There is still time to make sure you have your say in the future of the GBSN - http://www.thegbsn.com/talktous

GBSN Great Debaters

We will be looking at the prospects of having a Debating Channel where we can all talk listen and share our thoughts and views on various topics concerning Ghana and Ghanaians. So please stay tuned as this is a real chance for you to get involved with the work of the GBSN and express your thoughts and ideas.

Trip to Ghana

The Ghana Black Stars network are currently in the process of arranging a trip to Ghana, this trip is to be not only a holiday experience but a chance to put into action all that we have been doing since 2007. If you would like to get involved please contact us on: UK2GH@thegbsn.com

GBSN Supports… Although the GBSN are not putting on an event this year, you will definitely see us around at some of the many events that are happening because as my Mum says ‘All work and no Play makes Geoff a dull boy’. Here are a few of the events you are likely to see us at.

Friday 5th March: A Nite With Sarkodie The Gold Coast Bar & Restaurant, 224 Portland Road, South Norwood, London SE25 4QB A night with Ghana's finest and fastest hiplife lyricist, Sarkodie. For further information see http://thegoldcoastbar.com/events-at-the-gold-coast-restaurant.php or call 020 8676 1919.

Saturday 6th March , Ghana 53rd Independence Public Debate Voice Of Africa Radio, 24 Swete Street, Plaistow, London E13 OBS (From 4pm - 6pm) “The Independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked with the total liberation of Africa" (Dr Kwame Nkrumah). To what extent is this statement relevant today? For further information and to register see http://www.voiceofafricaradio.com/about-us/events.html or call 020 7471 9111 / 07939 509 086.

Saturday 6th March: Ghana's 53rd Independence Celebration Troxy, 490 Commercial Road, London E1 0HX PAs by VIP, Ruff N Smooth, Chipmunk, Tinie Tempah and Moonlight. Comedy from Richard Blackwood, Eddie Kadi and Kojo. Music by DJ Abrantee. For more information: http://www.abrantee.co.uk/abn/show_news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1265366410&archive=&template=promos for further information or call 07984 855 999 / 07958 520 531 / 07960 566 919. Tickets are priced £15 fromhttp://www.ticketmania.co.uk/ or call 0208 555 0044.

Saturday 13th March: Tinny is in town! - Ghana Independence Celebration Ceasers, 156-160 Streatham High St, London, SW2 4RU 9PM - Late

I hope that you will be able to attend these events and give your opinions on the surveys.

Madasi.

Geoffrey Nii Odarte Evans Vice Chairman Ghana Black Stars Network