The funeral rites of Frank Akorsah, a respected and loyal graphic designer who worked with several leading private newspapers, will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at the International Maritime Hospital, Tema Community 3.
The burial service is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m., according to a funeral announcement issued by the Akorsah family.
Affectionately known in media circles as “Shatta Wale” and also called Nana Yaw, Mr Akorsah was remembered by colleagues as a quiet, loyal and dependable professional who remained committed to his work throughout his years in the newspaper industry.
A product of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Frank passed away at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, after a short illness.
His death has left colleagues, friends and members of the Ghanaian print media fraternity mourning the loss of a professional who devoted much of his working life to newspaper production.
A Life Behind the Pages
Mr Akorsah served for many years as the Lead Graphic Designer of The Herald, where he played a significant role in the newspaper’s visual presentation and production.
He also worked with several other publications, including The Archives, The Informer, The Hawk Newspaper, The Point and the now-defunct Anchor Newspaper.
Mostly reserved and soft-spoken, Frank was known for his commitment, particularly during the demanding hours associated with newspaper production.
He was the kind of professional, who preferred to let his work speak for him, while maintaining cordial and respectful relationships with those around him.
Big Blow to Print Media
The Managing Editor of The Archives, Mr Alfred Dogbey, described Mr Akorsah’s death as a painful loss to the team.
Mr Dogbey said Frank was deeply committed to the growth and survival of The Archives and consistently demonstrated that commitment through his work.
“Frank was one of those quiet professionals whose contribution you might not always see, but whose absence you immediately feel. He was loyal to his work, respectful to his colleagues and deeply committed to the newspaper industry.”
He extended his condolences to the Akorsah family, describing the late graphic designer as “a brother, colleague and friend whose memory will remain with us.”
Management & Staff Mourn
Management and staff of The Archives have expressed their deepest condolences to the Akorsah family, friends and loved ones.
In a message of condolence, the newspaper said Frank’s death was a significant loss to the newspaper fraternity and to those who had worked closely with him.
The management and staff extended their sympathies to his family and prayed for strength and comfort for them during this difficult period.
Final Farewell
Family members, friends, former colleagues, media professionals and sympathisers are expected to gather at the International Maritime Hospital, Tema Community 3, to pay their final respects and celebrate Frank Akorsah’s life.
