Proudly Ghanaian: Our Gold Still Glitters

Name: Proudly Ghanaian: Our Gold Still Glitters
SKU: BK7161
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Through a blend of humor and deep insight, the book examines themes of leadership, morality, and national identity, using storytelling as both a mirror and a critique of society. Yankah skillfully balances satire with a deep love for his country, showing how laughter can be a powerful tool for reflection and change. Infused with local proverbs, vibrant anecdotes, and timeless wisdom, Proudly Ghanaian captures the essence of Ghanaian heritage while calling for accountability and progress.

Whether highlighting the lighter side of daily life or tackling more profound societal issues, Yankah’s writing entertains, inspires, and challenges readers to think critically about what it truly means to be Ghanaian. His signature mix of intellect and humor ensures that this book remains engaging long after the last page is turned. Proudly Ghanaian is a must-read for anyone who enjoys cultural exploration, biting satire, and an unflinching look at the human condition. Prepare to laugh, ponder, and rediscover what it truly means to be Proudly Ghanaian

SKU: BK7161 Categories: Author Origin, African Authors, Ghana, Biographies & Memoirs, Leaders & Notable People, Politicians, Professionals & Academics, Social Activists, Educators, Historical, African Biographies, Education & Teaching, Academic papers, Government, History, History, Politics & State, Revolutions & Coups, Women in History, African History, West African History, Politics & Social Sciences, Communication & Media Studies, Civil Liberties & Political Activism, Nation building, Politics & Government, Political Advocacy, Social Science, Popular Culture, Sociology, Anthropology, Geography & Cultures, Cultural Studies, Explore the World, African Anthropology Tags: Ghana, Ghana History, Humour, Kwesi Yankah, Patriotism, Politics, Proudly Ghanaian: Our Gold Still Glitters, Smartline Publishers

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Weight	0.85 kg
Published Year	2025

Kwesi Yankah

Kwesi Yankah is the author of two award winning books: Speaking for the Chief, which won the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences Gold Book award and The Proverb in the Context of Akan Rhetoric, winner of the Ghana Book Award. The latter was based on his award-winning doctoral dissertation at Indiana University, USA, 1985. He also co-edited African Folklore: An Encyclopedia.

Yankah has held fellowships at several universities including, Stanford, Northwestern, Michigan, Berkley, Pennsylvania and Birmingham. He was from 2009 to 2017 an Associate Director of the African Humanities Program, established by the American Council of Learned Societies.

Between 2017 and 2021 he was Ghana's Minister of State in Charge of Tertiary Education.

Yankah is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Folklore Society.

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