Stories worth keeping
Real weddings, the craft behind them, and notes on love, culture and the day itself.
The Jema Inspiration Guide
A visual guide to planning a wedding worth remembering — the moods, moments and details to dream about, drawn from real Ghanaian and diaspora celebrations across Ghana, the USA, Canada and Europe.
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It Was Always You: Mike & Rose's New Jersey Wedding
Two stories that started worlds apart, brought together not by chance but by faith. There's favour on this love. This is Mike & Rose.
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By Candlelight and Quartet: Solomon & Rufaro's Portugal Wedding
It began with a trail of candles and the whole family hiding in the dark — and ended in a Portuguese garden, a quartet playing them in. This is Solomon & Rufaro.
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Two Hearts, One Castle: Ian & Abi's Royal Destination Wedding
A breathtaking five-day celebration at Trident Castle in Port Antonio, Jamaica, where royalty, faith and intentional storytelling came together in unforgettable beauty.
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Aces of Hearts: Abena & Ayo's Akan–Yoruba Wedding
He asked the question in the Moroccan Sahara — and answered it with a wedding that brought Akan and Yoruba together as one. This is Abena & Ayo.
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From a Live to Forever: Yanis & Gina's Wedding
They met on an Instagram live and got engaged on a surprise trip to Paris — a love story they've shared with the world. This is Yanis & Gina.
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Loved Loudly: Chris & Regina's Accra Wedding
"He loves me loudly, leads me gently, and shows up for me every single day." Regina's words, and a wedding in Accra that looked exactly like them.
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Spencer and Abena's Interracial Love Story
From a chance online encounter in 2011 to a vibrant Ghanaian traditional ceremony and a dreamy white wedding, Abena and Spencer's union is a love story that knows no borders.
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Becoming Awoonor-Williams: Eric & Jessica's Kumasi Wedding
It started with a blocked car and a clickbait video — and ended in Kumasi, with two people who'd been inseparable ever since. This is Eric & Jessica.
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From Water to Wine: Drawing Inspiration from Jesus' First Miracle for Your Wedding Reception
What the wedding at Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine, can teach modern couples about hospitality, quality and celebration on their big day.
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Culture, Tradition and Love
From henna and tea ceremonies to Ghanaian dowries and blessings from elders, a look at how the customs woven through weddings honor our heritage and bind two families together.
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Planning the Perfect Honeymoon!
Before the big day or after? We weigh the joys of a pre- versus post-wedding getaway and share tips for choosing the destination, budget and mindset that make a honeymoon unforgettable.
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Life After Marriage - The Interesting Truth!
From communication and managing stress to handling disagreements with grace, an honest look at what newlyweds can do to build a marriage that lasts.
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