The global tourism industry is once again on the move, reshaped by recent disruptions and redefined by changing traveller expectations.

Tourism today is no longer simply about getting from one place to another; it is about purpose, impact and personal meaning. As destinations and travellers adjust to new realities, several key trends are emerging that will define how the world travels in the near future.

One of the most significant trends is the rise of purpose-driven travel. Modern travellers increasingly want their journeys to mean more than just leisure. This includes cultural immersion, heritage exploration, volunteer tourism, wellness retreats and travel linked to learning or personal growth. 

On December 20, 2025, identical twin sisters Ivy Yeboah Afrane Panin and Ivy Yeboah Afrane Kakra celebrated a rare joint wedding as they married Emmanuel Akwaboah Nti and Richard Obeng-Kyeremeh, respectively, at The Maker’s House Chapel, Destiny Arena, Atomic, Accra.

I’ve been thinking a lot about aging lately, probably because I’m now at that stage where the mirror gives a little more feedback than it used to.

Not complaints exactly, just observations that make you pause a second longer before heading out the door.

What really gets my attention, though, are the people who seem to age in an entirely different way. You know the ones.

They’re in their seventies, but they carry themselves with ease, their eyes are bright, and their energy feels calm rather than rushed.

A Public Health Physician at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC), Dr Nana Esi Woode, has urged Ghanaians to take proactive steps to safeguard their health by seeking early medical care to prevent complications.

She made the call during a community health outreach and HIV/AIDS awareness programme, which included free health screening and a blood donation exercise, held at Ayigbe Town near UGMC on December 5, 2025.

The outreach programme forms part of UGMC’s broader efforts to promote community health awareness and empower citizens with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.

Creatine is often taken by people looking to build muscle. Now scientists are investigating the effects this chemical has on our cognition and mood.

"New Year, New You" messages are everywhere right now.

Adverts for gym and diet plans pop up in your socials and back-to-work chat turns to what everyone is cutting out, taking up or finally getting right in January.

Chief Executive Officer of the Merck Foundation, Dr Rasha Kelej has been recognised among the “100 Most Influential Africans 2025” for her outstanding contributions to healthcare capacity-building, women’s empowerment and public health policy across the continent.

"It's like a switch that goes on and you're instantly starving."

Tanya Hall has tried to stop taking weight loss medication multiple times. But every time she stops the injections, the food noise comes back. Loudly.

Weight loss jabs, or GLP-1s, have done for many what diets could never do. That constant background hum, telling them to eat even when they are full, has been turned off.

My headline for this week may sound like a cliché, the promises and resolutions that dominate our thoughts every year around this time.  

It is that time of year when we engage in deep reflections about our lives, families, friends, work, and life in general. We flip in and out of our thoughts, trying to make meaning of it all.

Mother: Hello, my son wrote the resit, but the result hasn't appeared on his portal. What can we do about it?

Me: I have uploaded the results. It’s out of my hands now.

Mother: He says it hasn’t reflected.

Me: If the result has not reflected, he should contact the HoD or the Department. It is not your place to call. 

Mother: Okay

Selassie Ibrahim brings years of experience and authority to bear wherever she goes.

With over three decades in front of and behind the camera, combined with strong business insight, she has become a key figure in African cinema. 

This influence is further strengthened by her current role as Executive Director of the Regal Film Festival and Awards (REFFA).

The festive season in Ghana is one of the most joyful times of the year. Markets overflow, families travel long distances to reunite, and social and religious activities become vibrant.

With this increased movement and excitement, a few preventable risks also become more common. 

Most households in Ho are already trooping to the malls with great zeal and enthusiasm for their Christmas shopping, with barely two weeks to the day.

The Christmas fever is readily evident in the merchandise in the shops, jingles on commuter vehicles and tricycle taxis, at the drinking spots and on the airwaves of the various FM radio stations.

Apart from the big shops, many of the Christmas items are also displayed on tables and stands by the streets by petty traders, in the wake of the sudden and outstanding increase in the population of the Oxygen City. 

A lawyer, Abdul Gafaru Ali, has explained that being listed as “next of kin” does not grant inheritance rights or legal authority over estates or properties.

He said that only identifies the listed as an emergency contact.

He stressed that that could only be possible if the next of kin is listed in a Will as a beneficiary, holds a Power of Attorney or is an immediate relative, such as a wife or child.

The ten-year reign of Pognnaa Salma Chaana Abdul-Razak as Paramount Queenmother of the Sing Traditional Area is being hailed as a defining example of youthful traditional leadership reshaping cultural governance in northern Ghana.

Odefille is set to deliver an immersive blend of fashion, music and luxury when it unveils its exclusive VIP stand at Accra Fashion Week on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Silver Star Towers in Airport City.

Women in PR (WiPR) Ghana has officially inducted a new Executive Committee to lead the organisation for the 2026/2027 term.

The Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG) has inaugurated a 10-member Board mandated to provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the 2026 Gong Gong Festival of Creativity & Awards.

The Board will also be responsible for financial stewardship, securing partnerships and sponsorships, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation for the entire awards ceremony, scheduled for June next year.

The Gong Gong Festival of Creativity & Awards is held annually to celebrate and honour exceptional creativity, innovation, and impact within the advertising and marketing communications industry.

DECEMBER is the biggest month for Ghanaian businesses, with customers spending money on celebrations, travel, gifts, and personal delights.

Sales soar, stores fill, and demand feels magical. However, many firms struggle in the first quarter because they view Christmas purchasers as one-time clients.

December customers are already familiar with your brand and have tried your products. With the appropriate techniques, they can become devoted customers who will support your company until 2026.  

THE Garden City of West Africa, as the Ashanti regional capital is sometimes referred to, has been a bastion of notable gospel music in Ghana for many years and the Gentle Ministry and Prayer Camp at Atwima Kokoben in Kumasi is making efforts to help sustain the tradition.

The church has instituted a monthly programme called ‘Songs of Praise’ which showcases the singing and compositional abilities of young members. 

A week to Christmas and the world is already undergoing its annual transformation. (Forget WASSCE results for now).

Even here in Ghana—where “winter” is just the harmattan teasing your nostrils—the festive spirit arrives like an eager auntie who shows up too early and immediately rearranges the furniture.

Soon, homes will sparkle with decorations inside and out; tinsel will trail curtains, and front yards will sport inflatable Santas quietly sweating under the tropical sun.