Daniel McKorley, Chief Executive Officer of the McDan Group of Companies, has urged young adults residing with their parents to treat the phase as a strategic transition period rather than a prolonged state of comfort.
He noted that while living at home is not a sign of failure—given varying circumstances such as financial constraints, health challenges, or career pathways—the critical issue is the direction and progress of one’s life.
Dr McKorley cautioned that reduced financial obligations and domestic responsibilities could foster complacency if not properly managed. He emphasised that such comfort, if unchecked, may lead to lost time and diminished urgency at a stage when pr…
[9:06 AM, 4/22/2026] Kelly Sandcity: Family alleges foul play in death of Ghanaian graduate in South Africa
The family of 25-year-old Israel Kamoah Ashitei has called for a comprehensive investigation into his death in South Africa, following claims that some of his vital organs were missing when his body was returned to Ghana.
Mr Ashitei, a graduate of Accra Technical University, travelled to South Africa on March 25, 2026, on a trip reportedly organised by the Millennium Supporters Union of Ghana, according to family sources.
The family alleged that he was persuaded to undertake the trip by a woman identified only as Edith, who reportedly facilitated his travel documents and urged him to keep the arrangement confidential, with assurances of attending an international football match and sec…
[9:09 AM, 4/22/2026] Kelly Sandcity: Marriage decisions must ultimately rest with couples – Kweku Frimpong
Mr Kweku Frimpong, a Ghanaian entrepreneur, has emphasised that while family involvement remains a key feature of African marriages, the final decision on partner selection must rest with the individuals entering the union.
He noted that marriage in many African contexts extends beyond two individuals to include family ties, making parental guidance and support significant. However, he cautioned that the absence of such support—particularly for men—should prompt careful reflection due to its potential impact on long-term stability.
Frimpong stressed that objections raised by families must be based on credible and substantive grounds. He identified serious concerns, such as health-related issues, as potentially decisive, while urging couples to critically assess other objections rather than accept them outright.
He further observed that marriage has evolved from a largely family-arranged institution to one increasingly shaped by personal choice. According to him, even arranged unions do not guarantee success, underscoring the importance of mutual understanding, compatibility, and shared commitment between partners.
Frimpong maintained that the strength and sustainability of marriage lie in the bond shared by the couple, who must navigate its challenges and responsibilities together.
Addressing parents, he called for guidance and constructive engagement instead of outright rejection, particularly on superficial grounds. He advised that concerns relating to lifestyle or personal expression should be handled through dialogue rather than condemnation.
He also cautioned against judging individuals based on outward traits such as dressing or appearance, noting that societal values continue to evolve.
Reaffirming his position, Frimpong stated that individuals are best placed to choose their partners, given their deeper understanding of their relationships. He concluded that while family support remains important, the ultimate authority in marriage decisions must reside with the couple.
Story by Phillip Kendriz Elikem
