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2026 in the journal

30 articles published in 2026, newest first.

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September 2026

A student browsing a rail of second-hand thrift clothing next to a neatly folded stack of brand-new outfits.

Style

Local Slides: The New Footwear Kings at UG and KNUST

Move over Crocs. We’re breaking down why local slides are the new uniform for every student walking from JQB to Casford.

28 Sept 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Tech

The AI-Proctor Debate: Tracking ChatGPT in 2026 Finals

Ghanaian unis are leveling up their tech to catch AI users. Here is how Legon, KNUST, and Ashesi are handling the ChatGPT wave this semester.

28 Sept 2026 4 min

A compact student study desk with a laptop, notebook, desk lamp and headphones arranged for focused revision.

Tech

DeepSeek-G: The Twi-to-English Game Changer for Ghana Students

Move over ChatGPT. Ghanaian students are switching to DeepSeek-G to translate complex Twi research and local nuances into academic English without losing the vibe.

21 Sept 2026 4 min

Young Ghanaians dressed in festive December party outfits under warm night lights during the Detty December season.

Culture

Nkrumah Memorial Day: Road Trip Glow vs. Staycation Rest

Deciding between a trip to Ada or sleeping till noon? Here is how to nail your long weekend look and vibe without breaking your savings account.

21 Sept 2026 4 min

Several affordable smartphones laid out on a desk beside earbuds and a charger, ready for a student budget comparison.

Tech

Solar-Powered Backpacks: The Exam Season Survival Tool

Beat the heat and dumsor this exam season with solar-powered backpacks that keep your devices charged while you commute to campus.

14 Sept 2026 4 min

A Ghanaian student packing online orders and managing a small side-hustle business from a hostel room.

Money

2026 E-Levy Refund Hack: Are Students Getting Cash?

We investigate the viral rumors about E-Levy refunds for students and how to actually save money while shopping in 2026.

14 Sept 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Beauty

Ghanaian Clean Girl: Local Black Soap Brands Going Viral

Ditch the expensive imports. We’re looking at why local black soap is the foundation of the 2026 'Clean Girl' look for every Ghanaian student.

7 Sept 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Tech

Starlink Mini vs. Campus WiFi: The Data War in Ghana's Hostels

Tired of your hostel WiFi failing during exams? We break down if the Starlink Mini is a flex or a necessity for the average Ghanaian student.

7 Sept 2026 4 min

August 2026

Several affordable smartphones laid out on a desk beside earbuds and a charger, ready for a student budget comparison.

Money

Savings Apps vs. Susu: Where to Lock Your Cash

Deciding between high-interest apps and traditional susu for your part-time income? Here is how to keep your GHS safe this semester.

31 Aug 2026 4 min

A flat lay of accessories including sunglasses, a watch, chain necklaces, a cap and a crossbody bag.

Style

Agbada-Crop: The New Matriculation Drip for Legon and KNUST

Campus fashion icons are blending traditional Agbada vibes with modern cropped cuts to redefine formal wear for the new semester.

31 Aug 2026 4 min

A student browsing a rail of second-hand thrift clothing next to a neatly folded stack of brand-new outfits.

Style

Modern Batik: The New Friday Vibe at KNUST and Legon

Traditional wax prints are taking a backseat as students at Legon and KNUST embrace handmade batik for a unique, relaxed Friday look.

24 Aug 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Tech

Air Fryers vs Gas Stoves: The 15-Minute Campus Fry-Up

Gas prices are up and time is short. Discover why Ghanaian students are ditching the stove for the speed and savings of air fryers.

24 Aug 2026 4 min

A flat lay of accessories including sunglasses, a watch, chain necklaces, a cap and a crossbody bag.

Culture

Cedi-Art and Kente: Gen Z Graduation Style 2026

Inside the viral trends shaping Ghanaian graduation fashion, from luxury cedi-art cap designs to handwoven kente stoles that celebrate heritage.

17 Aug 2026 4 min

A compact student study desk with a laptop, notebook, desk lamp and headphones arranged for focused revision.

Campus life

Why GH Students are Swapping Balme for WiFi Cafes

Libraries are loud and the AC is failing. Discover why remote-study hubs are the new go-to for focused vibes and stable internet.

17 Aug 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Tech

Twi AI Chrome Extensions: Hack Your Local Language Assignments

Struggling with Twi grammar and translation? Discover the Chrome extensions helping Ghanaian students ace their local language coursework with ease.

10 Aug 2026 4 min

Young Ghanaians dressed in festive December party outfits under warm night lights during the Detty December season.

Culture

The Passport-Ready Aesthetic: Ghana’s New Student Dream

Ghanaian students are swapping traditional career paths for remote work and digital nomad visas. Here is why the laptop lifestyle is the new campus flex.

10 Aug 2026 4 min

A confident young Ghanaian graduate dressed in business-casual attire holding a folder outside a modern office building, ready for NSS corporate posting.

Campus life

NSS 2026/2027: Beat Postings Anxiety and Secure Your Slot

Don't wait for a surprise posting to a village you can't find on Google Maps. Here is how to take control of your NSS journey early.

8 Aug 2026 4 min

A young Ghanaian university student with a suitcase outside a modern hostel at golden hour, checking room listings on a smartphone.

Campus life

August Resumption: Navigating Ghana's Hostel Wahala

Hostel prices are soaring as school resumes. Learn how to navigate the accommodation rush and use new apps to find a roommate without the stress.

8 Aug 2026 4 min

Stylish Ghanaian university students posing together in trending campus streetwear while filming a TikTok video outdoors.

Style

10 campus fits trending on Ghanaian TikTok right now

From baggy cargos and mesh tops to two-piece linen sets — the looks Central University, Legon, KNUST and UCC students keep posting.

1 Aug 2026 6 min

July 2026

A student browsing a rail of second-hand thrift clothing next to a neatly folded stack of brand-new outfits.

Style

Thrift or new? A student's honest guide to Kantamanto vs buying online

Where thrifting genuinely wins, where it costs you more, and how to mix both without looking like you tried.

27 Jul 2026 7 min

A tidy, warmly lit Ghanaian hostel room with fairy lights, a made bed, storage baskets and a small study corner.

Campus life

Hostel room makeover: 8 upgrades under GH₵300

LED strips, a decent extension board, storage that fits under the bed — small buys that change how your room feels and films.

22 Jul 2026 5 min

A young Ghanaian student checking a mobile money balance on a smartphone while budgeting with cash and a notebook.

Money

MoMo money habits every Ghanaian student should steal

Three wallets, one rule, zero panic in week 10. A simple system for allowance, chop money and savings.

18 Jul 2026 6 min

Several affordable smartphones laid out on a desk beside earbuds and a charger, ready for a student budget comparison.

Tech

Best budget phones for students in Ghana (what actually matters)

Battery, storage, camera — in that order. How to choose a phone that survives lectures, content and a full day off charge.

14 Jul 2026 7 min

A compact student study desk with a laptop, notebook, desk lamp and headphones arranged for focused revision.

Campus life

The study setup that actually works in a shared room

Noise, light and a two-hour block. A realistic desk setup for students who share space with three other people.

9 Jul 2026 5 min

Young Ghanaians dressed in festive December party outfits under warm night lights during the Detty December season.

Culture

Detty December outfit plan: 5 events, 7 pieces

Beach day, concert night, church, family visit, afterparty — planned around a small capsule so you repeat nothing obvious.

4 Jul 2026 6 min

June 2026

A young Ghanaian student in gym wear training with weights in a campus fitness room.

Campus life

Gym-core on campus: starting without a gym membership

The bodyweight routine, the two pieces of kit worth buying, and why the fit matters more than you think.

29 Jun 2026 5 min

Skincare products including cleanser, moisturiser and sunscreen arranged beside a young woman with glowing skin.

Beauty

A skincare routine that survives Ghanaian humidity

Four steps, affordable products, and the sunscreen conversation that keeps coming up on Ghanaian beauty TikTok.

24 Jun 2026 6 min

A Ghanaian student packing online orders and managing a small side-hustle business from a hostel room.

Money

7 side hustles Ghanaian students are actually making money from

Content editing, hall delivery runs, braiding, reselling, tutoring — what pays and what wastes your semester.

19 Jun 2026 8 min

A flat lay of accessories including sunglasses, a watch, chain necklaces, a cap and a crossbody bag.

Style

5 accessories that upgrade any outfit under GH₵200

The cheapest way to look put-together: a good watch strap, layered chains, a cap that fits, sunglasses and a cross-body bag.

14 Jun 2026 4 min

A creator kit with a smartphone on a tripod, ring light and microphone set up for filming student content.

Tech

The content creation kit for students starting from zero

Phone, light, mic, tripod — in that order. What to buy first if you want your Reels and TikToks to look sharp.

9 Jun 2026 6 min