Photographer James Barnor, who immortalised Ghana, honoured on 95th birthday

James Barnor opened one of the country's first photo studios in Ghana. That's where he immortalized the Nation at the time of its independence. He photographed Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah and several major national events. For his 95th birthday, Ghana is holding a three-month festival to pay tribute to his work. Story by Justice Baidoo, Theodore Abiwu and Godfred Akye.

Photographer James Barnor, who immortalised Ghana, honoured on 95th birthday
James Barnor opened one of the country's first photo studios in Ghana. That's where he immortalized the Nation at the time of its independence. He photographed Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah and several major national events. For his 95th birthday, Ghana is holding a three-month festival to pay tribute to his work. Story by Justice Baidoo, Theodore Abiwu and Godfred Akye.