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Ghanaian Afrobeats group, Ruff n Smooth, has been billed to headline the 2016 edition of AFROFEST music festival in Toronto, Canada.  The multiple hit making group which is made up of Ricky Nana Agyemang (Ruff/Bullet) and Clement Baah Foh (Smooth/Akhan) will perform for over 70,000 crowd at this year’s concert slated for July 9 and 10 at Woodbine Park, Toronto. According to group member, Akhan, they will perform with a live band on stage for more than an hour. “We are performing live with a band,” Akhan told Pulse.com.gh “We have performed live at some concerts in Ghana but this is going to be our major live performance,” he added. Ruff n Smooth will be joined by Bamako Quintet from Mali, Black Parents from Haiti, Djouna Big One Mumbafu from Congo, Emmanuel Jal from Sudan and Toto Guillaume from Cameroon to rock the crowd at the 28th edition of AFROFEST. Host of “Voce Africa” on g98 FM, MC Bonde will host the concert. AFROFEST is the biggest Afrobeat even...

MUSE AFRICA (www.museafrica.com), a fast growing media brand targeting Ghanaian & African millennials with urban music, lifestyle & culture content via its dedicated TV blocks, online hub & social media and Oxfam in Ghana, an international civil society organisation, today announced a partnership to engage and encourage millennials to participate in the November General Elections. The MUSE P A R T I C I P A T E campaign is set tokick-off this month with dedicated digital media & mobile platforms. The non-partisan multi-layered social advocacy campaign will also be driven through music, a dedicated 5 episodes 1 hour a week TV Show, Muse meets &engagement events in some University campuses. “We are proud to launch this innovative and timely social advocacy initiative,” said Co-founder/CEO of Muse Media Networks, Sadiq Abdulai Abu. “Participate affords us the opportunity to encourage youth involvement in the election process underscoring MUSE’s commitment to...

Your Saturday’s just got lit on your favorite radio station Starr 103.5FM presents the maiden edition of the ‘When Men Talk’ show with Harold Amenyah. The maiden edition kicks off on the 2nd of July between 4pm and 5pm on Starr 103.5FM. ‘When Men Talk’ is a show that brings out all the skeletons from the men’s closet and helps ladies understand why men do what they do. The host of the show actor, Harold Amenyah says ‘The show will have men opening up on secrets they probably are likely to send to their grave. This is an opportunity for men to air out how they feel without any fear or favor.’ They say there are THREE things you can’t take away from a man – his money, his woman and his ego. Fame, Money, Power they’ve got it locked down. It’s a man’s world and the ladies know it even though they hate to admit it.

Ghana’s biggest festival christened Asafotufiami, held annually in Ada, in the Greater Accra Region have finally unveiled their ambassador for this year’s festival. The Ada Traditional Council in conjunction with Shatta Movement Family (SMF) has come together to unveil Dr. Gilbert Abeiku Santana as an ambassador for this year festive occasion to be held in the month of August in Ada. The unveiling of the 2016 ambassador of the festival which took place at the Afrikiko restaurant in Accra yesterday was well represented by industry players. Addressing the press, Queen mother of Ohuewem Clan, Naana Akumtu Bisansu, asked all Ghanaian citizens to come in their numbers to witness rich culture in August 2016 at the Ada Asafotufiami. She outlined all the exciting activities that are slated to happen at this year’s Asafotufiami festival which is expected to last for 8 days.

Airtel, Ghana’s fastest growing telecommunication network and leader in data and digital innovation, is partnering Alfred Patrick Addaquay to bring to Ghanaians, a quintessential classical music performance come Friday 15th July 2016 at the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Ridge, Accra. The master organist and music expert touted as the One Man Orchestra due to his versatility and creativity will be performing an array of pieces from renowned local and foreign composers as well as his very own compositions guaranteed to hold patrons spell-bound. Announcing the concert, Airtel Ghana’s Marketing Director, Rosy Fynn said, “Airtel is partnering with one of Ghana’s finest master organists, to bring our customers and Ghanaians the most exciting classical music performance in the country. Addaquay is an excellent entertainer who has truly perfected his act over the years to become one of Ghana’s most sought performers. We know our customers want top-notch services that is wh...

In just a couple of days, all the Ghanaian political parties will start serious campaigning to be elected into office as part of 2016 November general election. And it is during these campaigns and election period that some politicians  take advantage of naïve, desperate and ill-informed individuals, who are mostly the youth to do their dirty works, such as disrupting political rallies, destroying posters and voting procedures and other social vices. After witnessing several elections, and how a lot of youths got caught up in bad political activities during campaigns and the Election Day itself, the multiple talented musicians Buddaman, has sent a strong message to the youth and most importantly the politicians as campaigns and election activities are about to kick off across the country. In a statement, this is what Buddaman had to say; “I have witnessed several elections in this country, Ghana and most of the time some politician will use money, cars and promis...

Recently honoured with the Best Mobile Accessories Company in Ghana at the 2015 Ghana Information Technology & Telecom Awards and a feature on the Joy Business Van, Pisen Ghana’s smart and outstanding 4 co-founders will be taking turn on the Startup Dialogue to share their story, journey so far and lessons they have learnt in building a globally competitive business from Ghana. The dialogue which will be hosted at the TANOE Hub in Dansoman on 30th June, 2016 will have co-founders, Daniel Kwame Osafo, Leslie Okyere, Nii Lantei Mills and Joseph Gyamerah-Ako hosted by the CEO of The African Network of Entrepreneurs, Ekow Mensah and give the participants the opportunity to learn about franchise businesses and how to take advantage of the business opportunities PISEN Ghana presents. Themed “Building an Innovative & Globally Competitive Startup in Ghana, the PISEN Story”, the Startup Dialogues is an initiative aimed at encouraging insightful, engaging and empowering conver...

MultiChoice is expanding its current offering to customers through the latest technology and has unveiled a suite of connected services.  The latest addition is the Wi-Fi Connector, which supports the DStv Explora’s internet capable access to allow subscribers enjoy enhanced DStv service through their DStv Explora with a broadband internet connection. The DStv Wi-Fi Connector is a device that links your DStv Explora to the broadband internet router in your home. It does so via wireless. By linking your DStv Explora to the internet, you get access to Connected Services – namely DStv Catch Up Plus and enables the Remote Recording facility. DStv has partnered with Surfline to allow customers of the two providers enjoy premium services. DStv subscribers with a Surfline device can purchase additional 25 GB a month for GHC99 instead of GHC230 to enjoy content on the DStv Catch Up Plus. The offer is not limited to existing subscribers only, new subscribers can purchase a ne...

The ever resourceful Wiyaala has only gone and built a village for her new video which drops today! Stills from the set reveal that the Upper West singer, Wiyaala personally supervised the construction of an African village set at Djimba World Film Studios in Wa. We have already seen the video and once again the super star songstress confirms her team is finding new and intriguing ways of promoting Ghanaian and African culture at home and abroad.  The video also features performances by children of The Tender Care Proprietary School in Wa. Wiyaala said: “I loved working with the kids and they responded to the challenge with some great acting performances. This confirms yet again there is huge undiscovered talent in our country and we must do more to encourage it.” The singer added, “This work also aims to dispel some of the negative images of children in Africa. Although I grew up in a village which had its problems, we were also happy, resourceful and optimistic.” “...

· DStv Catch Up now available to all Compact and Compact Plus subscribers with active Explora decoders from 30 June, 2016 ·  Subscribers to enjoy over 60 hours of great content from series, movies, sports, kids’ entertainment and lots more ·  More value to Compact and Compact Plus DStv Compact and Compact Plus subscribers can now catch up with great entertainment! From Thursday, 30 June 2016 DStv Catch Up will be available to both Compact and Compact Plus subscribers, with an active Explora and PVR subscription, offering them so much more great content. DStv Catch Up is a video on demand service that allows subscribers catch up on series, sports highlights, movies, documentaries, kids’ shows that they have missed. This service which was previously exclusive to Premium, will now be available to subscribers on the Compact and Compact Plus bouquets.

This July, GOgetters are in for a big treat with the exciting developments that GOtv is bringing to the respective packages. From the 1st of July, GOgetters on GOtv Lite will have access to Emmanuel TV (channel 167) and SuperSport Blitz (channel 131). GOgetters on GOtv Lite will be spoilt with the addition of more quality programming that includes the latest news from the sporting world on SS Blitz along with one of the most sought-after Christian ministries in the world on Emmanuel TV, a Christian television channel founded by Pastor T.B. Joshua, the founder of The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN).

“I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles.”  Those were the words of British actress; Audrey Hepburn who was recognised as a film and fashion icon in her active days during Hollywood's Golden Age. Undoubtedly one of Hollywood's greatest style icons is noted for her several quotes which have become an inspiration to several young ladies across the globe. One of these ladies who have dared to raise the bar, taking inspiration from Audrey Hepburn to keep her head up to ensure she grabs the gold in life is our very own Shatta Movement Queen, Michelle Diamond, wife of the King of African Dancehall music and currently the biggest and most sought after Ghanaian musician of our time, Shatta Wale. Just like Audrey, the Shatta Movem...

CIMG Telecom Company of the Year, Vodafone Ghana has organised a one-day ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) workshop to showcase Vodafone’s readiness for new frontiers in the technology space. Internet of Things helps machines and devices to connect to each other and communicate, providing a transformational tool on how people run their businesses and lives. Vodafone IoT service covers some of the most crucial areas of the economy including health, transport, logistics, banking, utilities and security. Commenting on the new opportunities Ghana is yet to experience in the IoT market, Matt Hatton, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Machina Research said: “Vodafone Ghana’s IoT service provides businesses with centrally hosted secure self-service which delivers authentic and access control, near real-time usage, and management of any global SIM. Our solutions promise to deliver usage at ‘near’ real time – meaning, 1/10th of milliseconds will provide that information to you. That is li...

Today, adidas announced the cementing of its long-term relationship with creative pioneer Kanye West in the launch of adidas + KANYE WEST, a YEEZY branded entity creating footwear, apparel and accessories for all genders across street and sport. Recognizing the influence, success and global brand power that began almost two years ago with YEEZY for adidas Originals, the unprecedented new alliance makes history as the most significant partnership ever created between a non-athlete and an athletic brand. It will redefine the future, uniting adidas’ technical, innovative expertise and capabilities with the visionary imagination of West. Together with Kanye West, a dedicated adidas team will lead the development and creation of all YEEZY products. Led from adidas’ Portland headquarters the team will manage and oversee the collaboration to assure its continued success globally. The expansion plan includes retail stores that will serve as distinct hubs for adidas and West developed YEEZY ...

MultiChoice Ghana Teams up With Stanbic Bank’s Slydepay Multichoice, Africa’s pioneer digital pay TV provider, is constantly exploring new ways of adding to and improving the self service options that it offers its customers.   Multichoice has therefore recently partnered with Stanbic Bank to offer the option of paying monthly DStv and GOtv subscriptions with the Slydepay app. The Slydepay app takes the cashless revolution further by providing carefully thought-of solutions for both web based and mobile environments allowing the payment of items without using cards, pins or passwords. It also provides insights and visibility into one’s spending and saving habits that can be linked to customers’ Visa card and it is not limited to Stanbic Account holders.

Silver screen goddess Princess Shyngle is known normally for either her movies or displaying her hot curvy body in photo shoots. She is a Ghana based Gambian actress who is not reluctant when it comes to discussing relationship issues or any other topics for that matter. She recently premiered her latest production “The Mysterious wedding Planner” in both Gambia & Liberia which recorded an amazing attendance. The movie will soon be premiered in both Ghana and Nigeria respectively. The “Why Should I Get Married” actress has now started her own talk show, “HOT TALK WITH PRINCESS SHYNGLE” which she hosts herself and discusses personal relationship issues, problems her fans are facing, etc.She recently released the trailer and the public couldn’t wait for the first episode to air. Thankfully, the much anticipated first episode has arrived and now on youtube.

Award winning Ghanaian female Reggae/Dancehall artiste Kaakie is set to embark on a music trip to Zambia in a concert dubbed "Zambia  International Trade Fair + International Peace Charity Soccer Match Jam with Kaakie" for Zambia's 52nd International Trade Fair and International Peace Charity Soccer Match respectively. The 2016 KORA nominee is set to arrive in Zambia later today, Wednesday 29th June 2016 to involve in a media tour to reach out to her fans ahead of her show scheduled for 2nd July at the Zambia International Trade Fair Curious Bar, Ndola at exactly 19:15hrs and 3rd July for the International Peace Charity Soccer Match Jam at Hollywood City, Lukasa at 19:09hrs . Prior to her arrival, she was hosted on Saturday 25th June at 7pm Ghana Time on Mozo TV (@moto_tv) by Zambia's biggest rapper Slap Dee (@slapdee) in a chit chat about her musical journey so far. Fans across the globe were involved in the interactions via TwitterChat @kaakiegh @slapdee @mozo_tv...

Mavin Records boss and singer, Micheal Collins, popularly known as Don Jazzy signed a new deal yesterday with the CEO of Temple Management company (TMC), Idris Olorunnibe. The singer and entrepreneur, has described the deal as a new dawn for Mavin Records. The singer who has successfully helped upcoming artiste under his label reach stardom has been working endlessly to move his company to a greater height. The label is home to recording artists such as Tiwa Savage, Dr SID, Prince, Di'Ja, Reekado Banks and Korede Bello. The firm is a creative talent firm based in Lagos, and its sole job with Mavin records is to redefine creative talents.

Musiga will launch the maiden edition of the Ghana Music Week Festival (GMW-UK) in UK this August. With the main goal of creating the biggest platform in the UK to market Ghanaian music and tourism to the world; as well as attracting tourist traffic to Ghana, the official media launch of GMW-UK 2016 would be held at the Conference Hall of the Ghana High Commission, 13 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PN, August 2016. The launch will unveil to the general public, details such as event date, venue, format as well as headline artistes and sponsors for GMW-UK 2016. A big-name artiste from highlife, hiplife, dancehall, gospel and traditional Ghanaian music genres each, would be announced at the Media Launch in London.

Competition in show business is an opportunity to win exposure in the public market. In music, it’s also an opportunity for an “unknown musician” known as underground artiste to be exposed and to sell their talent to the public. Ghana is known for its one way events, to mention a few, beauty pageants, award shows and the unknown. Sorry for not continuing but there are no sustained varieties in Ghana apart from the two mentioned above. I keep asking these questions, why does reality shows lack consistency and loses the ability to lift its winners to the limelight? What happened to Next Big Thang In Gh, TV3 Mentor, Stars of the future? Why do other countries upgrade their effort and productivity annually but we can’t protect and keep our own. Thanks to American Idols, Project Fame and America’s Got Talent. Fast forward, innovation and creativity caught the musical scene of reality shows after the existence of TV3 Mentor, Stars of the future, Vodafone Icons, among others; I was overwhe...

Prominent celebrities have missed out on Eurostar’s Ghana Fashion Review which seeks to reward best dressed celebrities' appearance on the red carpet. Eurostar Global Limousines Group has been awarding Ghanaian celebrities who appear on red carpets at major events with cash prizes. Starting from Ghana Movie Awards 2015, the luxury vehicle rental company has for the past months given cash prizes ranging from 1000 Euros to 3000 Euros to celebrities who are voted as best dressed at red carpet sessions on various events and last review was on the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards which was won by reigning artiste of the year, Elorm Adablah popularly known as E.L and actress Joselyn Dumas respectively. However, most stars who attended the just ended Golden Movie Awards 2016 missed out this time around because they failed to adhere to the simple rules of the fashion review. According to the head of the review panel Mr. Oscar Yao Doe, who also doubles as the President & Executive Chairma...

The first sip of coffee in the morning is a blissful moment of sheer pleasure. Inviting coffee lovers around the world to savour this moment for longer, the coffee experts at Nespresso have created a new permanent addition to their range – introducing Envivo Lungo.  An intense Lungo to enliven the senses and help start the day right. New Envivo Lungo (intensity 9 on the scale from 1 - 12) is the most intense of the Nespresso Lungo range with a sumptuous and unique flavour.  This dark roasted coffee is a blend of distinctive Arabica from India with a Robusta from Mexico, with roasted notes and rich scents reminiscent of aromatic woods and gingerbread.  Alexis Rodriguez, Head of Coffee Development at Nespresso commented, “We carefully crafted Envivo Lungo with a high proportion of Robusta coffee beans to produce a strong, full bodied coffee.  We specifically use washed Robusta which gives a more refined taste to deliver a final product that i...

Ghanaian Music producer and sound engineer David Kojo Kyei also known as Kaywa has announced  in a recent interview  that he is responsible for the entire production of Bisa K dei’s hit song “Mansa”, but PRO of the Highlife Artiste of the Year  winner  Bisa K’ Dei, says those claims are “false”. Emmanuel Arhin, ” Bossu Kule” as he is popular known in a couple of tweets on Monday, June 27  gushed out his disappointed in comments made by the sound engineer Kaywa. He tweeted; “Smh.. @kaywabeatz you think this is cool? You have to lie for smaller things in exchange of bigger things.. May God forgive us as humans. ” For Christ sake I know what went on from day-1 with #Mansa production. @KAYWAbeatz u know Bisa Kdei neva recorded a vocal in your studio. “Kaywa bo mi nsenku’ was the only thing Bisa Kdei did at your place. Why do you say stuffs like this? You are disgracing your reputation.

Eid Al Fitr 2016 in Ghana is just days away, you might either be thrilled about the upcoming holidays or getting prepared to be bored out of your wits! The Eid Al Fitr (also known as Eid ul-Fitr, Eid al-Fitr, Id-Ul-Fitr, Eid) is a joyous occasion best experienced with family and friends. Beginning at the start of the month of Shawwal, Eid Al Fitr is the celebration that marks the end of the Holy month of Ramadan. The devout Muslim starts his day by listening to sermons (khutba) at the communal gathering to pray. Having a giving heart is a popular sermon during this period; Muslims are enjoined to give zakat al-fitr (charity in the form of food) during Eid al-Fitr. In Ghana, Zakat al-fitr is a form of charity consisting of a variety of local food or its monetary value.

All is set for the second edition of the Girl Talk Monthly Birthday Hangout. The event which is scheduled for the 2nd of July at the Accra City Hotel would celebrate 30 ladies including Female Broadcasters; Nana Aba Anamoah and Jeremie Van-Garshong. This edition of the hangout, takes the form of a Makeover session after which the ladies would be thrilled to a Dinner party. On the bill to be a part of this session would be Celebrity Stylists Akosuavee and Karenkashkane as well as Celebrity photography brands; Ayisi Photography, OAB Photography, Momento Photography, Neunou Photography,Cliqkofi Photography and Twinsdntbeg Photography. Also part of the team would be Celebrity designers Quophi Akotuah and Marie Val Hagan as well as Nhyira Afri Jewel Collections. Organisers say although this seems to be a big one the monthly event is expected to get bigger and better as the months get by.

The 3rdWrldBoss, AKA, is proving yet again that 2016 is his year with growing consistent international recognition and traction. This past weekend, AKA was the ONLY African artist to perform at the BET Experience event where he performed on the main stage that featured the likes of Snoop Dogg, Nick Cannon, Rae Sremmurd and Desiigner just to mention a few.  He also made an appearance and was interviewed on 106 and Park at the BET Experience. AKA was recognised at the BET Awards as a nominee in the category Best International Act Africa for the second consecutive year. His performance and appearances over the past weekend have fueled further demand for his brand in the USA with both promoters and agents interested in bringing him back to the US for a full tour. AKA is already set to have another US performance on 4 July 2016 in New York at the popular Everyday People event and it seems this is just the beginning of many more US performances to come. Recently named ...

Born Charles Nii Armah Mensah, he is better known in showbiz circles as Shatta Wale. Without a doubt, the Country Boss, as most of his fans refer to him, has cemented his place in the global music space as the King of African Dancehall and currently the biggest Ghanaian musician around. The “world acclaimed lyrical entertainer” has recently been in the news internationally for all the right reasons. This follows a momentous collaborative work with controversial Jamaican musician and dancehall “hot head”, Alkaline. After the two performed to thousands of music lovers at the Accra Sports Stadium in March 2016, Shatta Wale featured on the remix of Alkaline’s hit single “All About the Money” and the song is currently receiving heavy rotations on several platforms globally. As if that isn’t enough, Shatta Wale was recently endorsed by another Jamaican heavyweight when it comes to dancehall music, Shawn Storm, the right hand man of the incarcerated and the biggest Dancehal...

The nightlife scene in Accra has rapidly evolved over the years to become the hub of youth pop culture setting the bar for the latest entertainment and lifestyle trends for cosmopolitan Accra. Event organizers and nightclub promoters have become the trendsetters spearheading this movement with the likes of The 360 Group and PLAY Entertainment introducing wildly innovative and uniquely exciting concepts that continue to thrill patrons on the vibrant scene. On 2 nd  July, 2016, the city’s taste-makers will be treated to another entertaining affair with the much anticipated “GLOW IN THE DARK Party”.  Swanky hotspot, PLOT 7, will be transformed into a “glow castle” as it plays host to an event that has been described by many,  as “a once in a lifetime type of rave.”   The GLOW IN THE DARK party promises to serve a potpourri of creative GLOW graffiti works, GH’s most sought after DJs, A-list celebrities as well as the biggest personalitie...

The biggest buzz from Friday opening of new TV series, Heels & Sneakers at Silverbird Cinema in Accra was when co-stars, Yvonne Nelson and Jason El Agha, took their kissing role in the new series a step further as they kissed in front of screaming fans and media cameras. But there were other interesting side attractions including dance performances and media interaction. Both cast and movie enthusiasts were treated to interesting dance performance by a group called Flash Mob Ghana. Yvonne also took turns to take selfies with her fans, most of whom wouldn’t allow media cameras to get clean shots. There were also group photos by the cast and then the Yvonne and Jason moment which set many screaming for more.

Actress, Sonia Ibrahim, said “yes” to her heartthrob when he popped the will you marry me question in November last year. The couple who are set to tie the knot soon have released their pre-wedding pictures. Shoot Credit Photography by : @onefotos Makeup by : @painted_perfect_makeupartistry Styled by: @lalahnadya   See More Photos After The Cut.....

Fans of Ghanaian Award Winning sound engineer Kaywa, were full of excitement over the weekend as they hit the streets of Ghana’s capital To create awareness for the Kaywa Live play list which comes off this Friday the 1st of July 2016 at the Tema Sports Stadium. The float which started from the Accra mall Through to Teshie, Nungua, Junction mall, and Tema community 1 was aimed at informing the general public within those areas about the celebration of Kaywa’s 15 years in The Ghana music industry producing record breaking tracks for top Artists. Speaking to a Fan, Ama who resides at Tema said she love all the songs Kaywa has produced in the past years and its great to know his hard work  is been celebrated in a grand style. This year marks Kaywa’s 15 years in the music industry, the Kaywaliveplaylist by House of Maasela in partnership will Highly Spiritual Music will be the first musical concert set aside to celebrate and acknowledge the works of Ghanaian Music Produc...

Airtel Ghana's corporate social responsibility initiative Evolve with STEM (EWS) which seeks to inspire belief and change mindset of young people towards Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics is extending its reach outside Accra as it engages pupils of the Adum Presbyterian School in Kumasi. A team from Airtel led by Managing Director Lucy Quist and Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs, Hannah Agbozo brought the inspiration and thrill of Evolve with STEM to the pupils of the Adum Presbyterian School whilst on a stakeholder engagement visit to the region.  Lucy Quist encouraged the pupils to aspire for greater heights and to use “all the resources available to them to achieve their dreams”. The session also demonstrated how STEM is utilized in everyday life to demystify these subjects. As part of the interaction, the team from Airtel donated books on Science, Mathematics, English and Social Studies to the school’s library. Making the presentation, Hanna...

Last Saturday night was a night to award hardworking movie makers in the country; it was the Golden Movie Awards 2016.  The event is one of the biggest award shows in the country and in order to not make the ceremony boring, Ghana's King of Comedy DKB was made the co-host alongside Ghana's Queen of Prime time Anita Erskine. DKB started off with a monologue giving similarities and differences between Nigeria and Ghana in terms of political, social and economic views, which cracked up the entire auditorium. He further went on to compare Ghanaian and Nigerian Actors and their cliché roles. Further on, DKB came down to interact with the audience and threw into laughter frenzy. He made the world know that GhComedy is here to stay and when given the chance, will deliver to his fullest of Capacity. Touching base with DKB, He elaborated that his performance on the night was just an "appetizer" for people to know what to expect at his one man comedy show com...

Few days from now, citizens of this world will be watching another classic video from Ghana's high life man, Bisa Kdei. Directed by Yaw Skyface, the video for the song Jwe was shot last Friday, inside Afienya. The song released under Black Legendary Music is less than a week old and is making waves already. Check out behind the scene pictures from the making of JWE. See More Photos After The Cut.....

If you ever doubted Anita Erskine's prowess as a Mistress of Ceremonies, Saturday night's star studded Golden Movie Awards awards would have been the moment when you gave her your seal of approval.  Anita Erskine loved the stage and it's was obvious. She dribbled the French and English in her master 'show off' style! It was an apt approach as the organizers of the Golden Movie Awards had clearly described how they want the Golden Movie Awards as an African event.  One thing that I guess truly awed the audience is that unlike most awards where it's obvious that the MC's are not scripted and fumble or ARE indeed scripted and simply read without expression. Miss Erskine just let the evening roll smoothly although unscripted!  Yesterday on Miss Erskine's instagram page, she expressed her gratitude to stylist Akosua Vee for saving the day. Ok so I was one to say, lovely dress but maybe a simpler style? Till I read how Akosua Vee and Sima Brew j...

Ghanaian Dancehall act Shatta Wale, born Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr has picked yet another award; the Golden Discovery of the year. Shatta Wale beat competition from Afia Odo (Beautiful Ruins), Ophelia Dzidzornu (The Cursed Ones), Queenstar Anaafi (YOLO), Wiyala (No Man’s Land) and Lynn Bentil (Shampaign) to pick the award at the second edition of the annual Golden Movie Awards Africa (GMAA). He won the award with his role in “Shattered Lives” which tells a story of love, deceit, infidelity and violence in marriages. The plot of the story is an intense drama packed which tackles some of the most disheartening issues in marriages. The movie also featured Bisa Kdei, Majid Michel, Martha Ankomah and Bismark the Joke and directed by Okechukwu Onyeka. “… I never knew I could act like this but I just wanna [want] thank God for making me discover my talent in the arts industry and I really wanna  [want] let everybody know that this is not the only award I’m gonna [goi...

Bello|Edu , the fashion brand designed to amplify esteem and lust for life, launches their new 2016 collection and will be the only Ghanaian fashion house showcasing at African Fashion Week Nigeria 2016 from 1 – 3 July in Lagos, Nigeria. Dubbed BLOOM II, the new 2016 collection represents an attitude that is both daring and expressive yet pays homage to the dual Ghanaian & Nigerian heritage of Alima Bello, the Creative Director & Founder of BelloEdu. Subtle and feminine, the prêt-à-porter collection combines the beauty of delicate laces with luxurious fabrics such as cotton & silk, to produce a distinctive style. BelloEdu’s philosophy is to be present wherever function meets great esthetics so it is no surprise that they will be showcasing their new 2016 collection at Africa Fashon Week Nigeria 2016.  Africa Fashion Week Nigeria has a reputation for being a meeting point of luxury and innovation in the African fashion industry. “I am excited about the...

The Golden Movie Awards took place last night at the Kempinski Hotel Ghana. With a bouquet of stars and sleek organization, the events red carpet proved to set the pace for award shows in Ghana.  There was no shortage in glamour, as the Titans of the African movie scene, seemed to wrestle with their fashion statements. From blogger/Al-Jazeera International correspondent Monte Oz, to Actors and Actresses like, Kofi Ajorlolo, Gbenro Ajibade, Harry Bentil, Nadia Buari, Ama K Abebrese, Joselyn Dumas, Radio/TV faces like, Caroline Sampson, Anita Erskine and many more groups, the entertainment industry was represented in a beautiful array of patterns.  After a few hours delay, the red carpet was officially opened with Ghana's fast-rising style icon, Selly Galley-Fiawoo and Nigeria's heartrob, Uti Nwachukwu welcoming the thousands of viewer at home to what seemed to be a bevy of stars. What caught my eye however was the grace and royalty with which Selly Galley glided ...

Last night, Africa celebrated one of it’s biggest night in the movie industry when the 2016 Golden Movie Awards Africa came off at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra.  The Golden Movie Awards is an annual award that seeks to honor outstanding achievement in the African television, digital media and film industries and is administered by the expert in the Cinema & Television, the Awards recognizes film Excellence in a variety of categories for an international appeal. The night was filled with glitz  and glamour as celebrities and movie lovers thronged the Kempinski Hotel for the 2nd edition of the award show. The red carpet session which was hosted by Selly Galley and Uti from Nigiria saw various celebrities from the likes of Joycelyn Dumas, Martha Ankoma, Shirley Frimpong, Bibi Bright, Elikem, Harold, Eddie Nartey, Too Sweet Annan, Kofi Adjorlolo, Jasmine Baroudi, Van Vicker, Nadia Buari, Shatta Wale, and several others make huge fashion statements on the night. ...

GRAMMY ®  Nominated Afro Roots musician , Rocky Dawuni, will embark on his “Branches of the Same Tree” Summer 2016 European Tour with his first stop in Riga, Latvia!  After a stellar year with multiple international tours as well as a GRAMMY nomination for “Best Reggae Album,”  Rocky Dawuni is now off to Europe to continue his “Branches of the Same Tree”  (Cumbancha) tour with additional stops in Spain, Belgium, Poland, Germany, Czech Republic organized under the auspices of  Griot Agency and Griot Productions.  Rocky has also launched a brand new website at RockyDawuni.com  designed by Mindset Local with updated features, videos, blogs, tour dates in real time, as well as information on his activism endeavors and how to book him for speaking engagements.  Please check out the new website for the latest press including an interview with Kingston to LA  talking about his GRAMMY nod, influences and fashion as well as a detailed b...

South African DJ Black Coffee has been crowned the ‘Best International Act: Africa’ at the 2016 Black Entertainment Television (BET) Awards. He beat South Africans AKA and Cassper Nyovest, Nigerians Wizkid and Yemi Alade, Tanzanian Diamond Platinumz, Ghanaian MzVee and Ivorian Serge Beynaud. The presentation was a prelude to the main awards night which will take place at the Microsoft Theater In Los Angeles, United States of America on Sunday, June 26. The show kicks off at 8 p.m. EDT and will air around the world on BET’s international network. It will air in Africa on Tuesday, June 28 at 7:00 p.m.

The just ended Exclusive Man of the Year awards seemed to have brought  together our favorite celebrities and corporate figures.  With the likes of Bola Ray, KKD the finest, Lexis Bills,  Claudia Lumor, Irene Logan, Nadia Buari and many more, lighting a spark of flair.  Without a ticket or any form of access to the venue, I observed closely on all forms of media that dispensed information from the Banquet Hall, where the event took place. From my observation, the tailor cut suits, designer gowns, shoes and accessories, seemed to blend peferctly with the red carpet, which carried an aura of class. My attention was constantly drifting to individuals who rocked with style. It was indeed a kaleidoscopic view, as the dappled patterns created music to the eyes. One couple that however stood out, was the pair of Praye's Cartel Big J and Screen Diva Selly Galley. The couple who got married in September 2015, in what may have been Ghana's biggest celebrity wedd...

Multiple award winning DJ from Nigeria, Imohiosen Patrick popularly known as Dj Neptune releases visuals for his hit single TGIF {Time no dey} featuring Flavour Nabania. The new dance anthem TGIF is one of the single off DJ Neptune's forth coming album, and the track was produced by MasterKraft and video was directed by Avalon okpe.  

Hello and welcome to a Piece of Peace, your weekly dose of motivation and inspiration. This week I would like to share with you on the topic, "Understanding Your Vision". We are all here to serve a purpose. No matter what background, country or race, your destination on earth is not by accident. There is a clear and specific agenda for your life. That agenda was destined a long time before you were even born and it holds the key to unlocking your potential. I call this the Vision. We all have it, even the ones that everybody has written off. It is God's roadmap for our lives. Our vision is what leads us to discovering our greatness. It is a powerful tool that needs to be understood in order to identify what God has called us to do. The enemy seeks to confuse you about your vision because so long as you don't know why you are here, you will always live a mediocre life. It is a way of keeping you imprisoned and trapped in a world where you are considered aver...

Tonight (Friday, 24 June) at 22:55 M-Net and M-Net City are bringing viewers Oscar Pistorius: The Interview. A Carte Blanche Special, featuring the former Paralympian’s first television interview since the tragic events of Valentine’s Day in 2013. But why did the Blade Runner decide to grant ITV this interview? Will this have an impact on his upcoming sentencing? And, how should one interpret the information he is sharing with Peabody award-winning investigative journalist Mark Williams-Thomas? Carte Blanche has lined-up esteemed experts for the in-depth panel discussion which will follow the broadcast of the full ITV documentary. Former Zimbabwean High Court judge Chris Greenland, Advocate Mannie Witz and clinical psychologist Leonard Carr will share their opinions with Carte Blanche presenters John Webb and Bongani Bingwa.  Webb has been following the trial from court since the very beginning and the panel guests often intrigued viewers with their comments on the C...

In an emotion laden appeal, the meeting of experts and Minis­ters of Youths, Culture and Sports in Africa at the African Union 2nd Ordinary Session of the Special­ized Technical Committee on Youth, Culture and Sports (STC-YCS2) which held at the Afri­can Union Headquarters in Ad­dis Ababa, Ethiopia from June 13 to 17, 2016 called on African Union member states to give enormous support to the activities of All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA. The Experts and Ministers of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts in Africa as well as their counterpart on Youth and Sports salute the African Union and The All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA for the partnership and for making AFRIMA work. The Ministers encouraged member states for further collaborations and call on African corporate giants to support AFRIMA initiative which will drive unity and growth on the continent. In his support speech, The Deputy Minister of Culture and Communication, Senegal, Remi Sagna said “AFRIMA cannot come at a b...

Airtel Team led by Managing Director, Lucy Quist (right) and a premier customer (2 nd  from right)  Members of the senior management team of Airtel – Ghana’s best Data and Internet Service Provider – as part of its stakeholder engagement activities has toured the Ashanti regional capital of Kumasi to touch base with customers, employees, media houses, partners and other stakeholders including the Ashanti Regional Police Command.  The team, led by Managing Director Lucy Quist included the company’s Legal and Corporate Affairs Director, Hannah Agbozo, Sales and Distribution Director, Samuel Sarpong, Head of Corporate Communications Richard Ahiagble and the company’s Zonal Business Manager – Kwaku Asiedu. The team spent time with customers and trade partners, enterprise and some high value customers in various locations in Kumasi. Customer engagement Engaging with customers from Suame to Asokwa and Adum, the team visited Airtel Premier and Business customers...