Our Team
Daniyal Abdul Karim
Since 2006, Daniyal Abdul-Karim has been the driving force behind Legal Ink, a dynamic full-service law firm with offices in Accra and Kumasi. Under his leadership, the firm has grown into a formidable practice, staffed by a dedicated team of fifteen lawyers and ten paralegal and administrative professionals.
With a legal career that bridges both the corporate world and private practice, Daniyal brings a rare blend of insight, experience, and strategic thinking to the table. Before founding Legal Ink, he honed his expertise within two financial institutions and a manufacturing firm—an experience that laid the foundation for his mastery in corporate and commercial law.
Today, Daniyal is recognized for his in-depth knowledge of banking, real estate, intellectual property, employment law, and litigation. He currently serves as legal advisor to several banks and publicly listed companies, offering practical, business-savvy solutions to complex legal challenges.
A lifelong learner and thought leader in his field, he has engaged in numerous professional development programmes across the globe, including sessions by the Ghana Bar Association, National Banking College, National University of Singapore, International Bar Association, Commonwealth Lawyers Association, and the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances.
Professional Affiliations
• Ghana Bar Association (Member since 1997)
• International Bar Association (Member since 2010)
• Commonwealth Lawyers Association (Member since 2015)
Whether in the courtroom, the boardroom, or a lecture hall, Daniyal continues to shape the legal landscape with purpose, precision, and passion.
Owusu Ansah Castro Sarpong
Owusu Ansah Castro Sarpong is a Ghanaian filmmaker and the current Festival Director of the Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF). Appointed in 2025, he is the first male to lead the festival since its founding in 2016.
Castro has been part of BSIFF from the very beginning and has played a key role in shaping it into one of Africa’s leading film festivals. With nearly a decade of experience in film and television, he is known for his work both behind the scenes and in leadership roles across major productions.
His film and TV credits include serving as Assistant Director on the award-winning film Silver Rain, Coordinating Producer for the Ghana shoot of Kunle Afolayan’s Netflix film Aníkúlápó, Production Lead on the Nigerian TV series We2, and Ghana Producer for The Real Housewives of Lagos.
Castro is an alumnus of the University of Ghana and is furthering his studies at the University of Media Arts and Communication – Institute of Film and Television (UNIMAC-IFT), formerly known as NAFTI.
As Festival Director, he brings passion, experience, and a deep understanding of African cinema. Leading the 10th edition of BSIFF, Castro is focused on expanding the festival’s impact and creating more opportunities for filmmakers across the continent and beyond.
Zina Asante
Zina Asante is a Ghanaian creative and emerging healthcare leader driven by a deep passion for both healing and self-expression. Born in Accra and later continuing her education in the United States, Zina’s journey has been one of bridging worlds—between countries, between disciplines, and between science and art.
She holds a degree in Biological Neuroscience with a minor in General Management and is currently pursuing an MBA with a concentration in Healthcare Administration. Her academic path reflects her long-standing commitment to improving healthcare systems in under-resourced communities, particularly across Africa.
Zina’s hands-on research experience includes a 2.5-year cancer research internship through the YES for CURE program, where she worked at esteemed institutions like Boston Children’s Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She also participated in the PEER→CELLS program, gaining in-depth training in biological lab techniques. As a member of URN (Underrepresented Groups in Neuroscience) and WISE (Women in Science at Emmanuel), Zina is proud to advocate for inclusivity in science and support the advancement of underrepresented voices in the field.
Professionally, she has worked as a medical assistant at Mass General Brigham Hospital and is currently contributing to Ghana’s evolving healthcare landscape through her work with Euracare, one of the country’s fast-growing hospital companies. Zina’s goal is to help shape healthcare systems that not only serve patients with dignity, but also prioritize the well-being and recognition of healthcare providers.
Beyond her scientific career, Zina is a naturally free-spirited visual artist. Creativity runs deep in her family, and for her, the act of creation is inseparable from the work of care. Her art and her science inform one another—both rooted in compassion, curiosity, and a desire to uplift others.
Since its founding, Zina has been part of the Black Star International Film Festival team, where she’s helped grow the volunteer program and deepen the festival’s creative impact. Her time with BSIFF has nurtured her as a young entrepreneur and expanded her understanding of what it means to build community through culture.
Now in her mid 20s, Zina is steadily laying the groundwork for a life that bridges worlds—between health and art, structure and spirit. Her dream is still unfolding, but her vision is clear: to lead with heart, create with purpose, and help build a more caring future for all.
