… Kafui Dey is a media and communications trainer. Email him at kafuidey.mc@gmail.com The post On Cue with Kafui DEY: Panel play appeared first on The Business & Financial Times.
Media personality Kafui Dey has revealed how award-winning musician Black Sherif built a loyal fan base long before becoming one of Ghana’s biggest music stars. …
… Kafui Dey is a media and communications trainer. Email him at kafuidey.mc@gmail.com The post On Cue with Kafui Dey: Look up appeared first on The Business & Financial Times.
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… Kafui Dey is an award-winning broadcaster and media trainer. Email him on kafuidey.mc@gmail.com The post On Cue with Kafui DEY: Why smart people sound confusing appeared first on The Business & Financial Times.
The GFA announced each Ghana Premier League club will receive GHC1 million for the upcoming season, with the league champion receiving GHC3 million. An opinion piece acknowledges the welcome financial support but argues that the league must eventually become self-sustaining rather than depend on continuous government investment.
The GFA announced each Ghana Premier League club will receive GHC1 million for the upcoming season, with the league champion receiving GHC3 million. An opinion piece acknowledges the welcome financial support but argues that the league must eventually become self-sustaining rather than depend on continuous government investment.
Musician KiDi revealed he was rejected during his first National Service posting without clear explanation and had to apply for reposting, which led to assignment at the National Service Headquarters. He noted the difficulty of balancing National Service duties with his growing music career at the time.
Gospel musician Diana Hopeson has disclosed that she experienced physical and emotional abuse, death threats, and threats of violence during her first marriage. She said she eventually left the marriage after receiving threats to her life, and later sought support beyond her church.
Ace highlife musician Ofori Amponsah has revealed that he faced rejection from Accra producers early in his career, who did not believe his music could succeed, though his determination beginning in secondary school eventually led him to pursue music despite the lack of industry support.
Captain Asiwome Dzakuma, a Ghanaian first officer with United Airlines, says flying the Boeing 787 Dreamliner represents the peak of his aviation career due to the aircraft's advanced technology and long-range capabilities. He underwent two months of training before being certified to operate the aircraft.
The A&C Mall's founder, Dr Andrew Asamoah, secured financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, after completing the first three phases without support from local banks. He credited the IFC partnership, which has lasted about eight years, with providing not only capital but also ideas, consultants, and strategic guidance that shaped the project's continued development.
The article discusses how body language, particularly fidgeting and unconscious movements, undermines public speakers' communication. Nervous speakers often produce excessive movement without realizing it, while the audience interprets these signals as signs of anxiety or distress rather than confidence.
Exclusive Events Ghana has unveiled a panel of judges for the 69th Miss Ghana auditions, scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Oak Plaza Hotel in Accra. The competition runs under the theme "Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy" and seeks young women with intelligence, confidence, leadership qualities, and purpose-driven vision.
A columnist reflects on Coach Carlos Queiroz's composed handling of a press conference question about Thomas Partey's denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup match against Panama, using it as a lesson in managing difficult Q&A sessions.
Ghana drew 0–0 with England in a World Cup match, defying low expectations among many Black Stars supporters. The author notes that England's players and coach Thomas Tuchel appeared to respect Ghana as a worthy opponent, with Jude Bellingham even saying a Ghanaian player deserved the Player of the Match award.
A moderator reflects on lessons from facilitating a panel discussion, drawing parallels to FIFA World Cup success and summarizing best practices for effective panel moderation using the acronym PANEL, beginning with early preparation.
Media personality Kafui Dey has revealed that musician Black Sherif credited much of his early success to consistently sharing his songs on WhatsApp Status, which allowed his music to reach beyond his immediate circle until strangers in Konongo began recognizing his work.
A column drawing on the example of footballers looking up before passing suggests that public speakers often fail to engage their audience by avoiding eye contact, a disconnect that creates a sense of disconnection despite both parties being physically present.
A Business & Financial Times column discusses the prevalence of filler words such as "um," "err," and "like" in public speaking and everyday conversation. The writer explains that speakers unconsciously fill pauses with these words because their brain thinks faster than their mouth can articulate ideas.
Fear of being judged is one of the most common public speaking problems for beginners, causing many talented people to avoid speaking opportunities despite the reality that the average audience is far less focused on the speaker than the speaker imagines.
Rapper Kwesi Arthur says life outside Ghana is calmer because he can move around freely without being recognised, whereas in Ghana people constantly approach him for photos and videos. Though he has learned to manage the attention better, he sometimes misses the freedom he enjoyed before fame.
An opinion piece argues that smart people tend to confuse audiences not because of intelligence itself, but because they over-explain, lack communication structure, and assume clarity in their own thinking translates to clarity when spoken.
A media trainer outlines common indicators that accomplished professionals lack readiness for interviews, including rambling answers, fear of tough questions, and prioritizing length over clarity and conciseness.
An opinion piece on event management offers strategies for MCs to regain control when speakers run over their time limits, including moving closer to the stage and using clear signals to prompt them to finish.