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The air is electric in Ghana's music scene as the long-anticipated nominee announcement for the 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) is nearly here. Mark your calendars for Saturday, 15th March, when the nominees will be revealed live on TV3 and across the Ghana Music Awards official social media channels. Get ready for an exciting ride—this year's nominations promise to be some of the most competitive yet. After weeks of submissions and meticulous deliberations, music fans across the country will finally learn which artists and groups will be contending for the highly coveted awards. The Road to the Nominees Announcement It all began on 21st January 2025, when nominations officially opened for the TGMA. Artists and groups had until 16th February to submit their works released between January 1st and December 31st, 2024. The response was nothing short of phenomenal, with over 1,500 entries pouring in from more than 130 talented artists and groups—a true testament to the dynam...

The National Women’s Summit & Expo has always been a highlight for those who believe in the power of women. Over the years, this event has brought together a stellar group of women from diverse sectors — from Public, Corporate, Business, Creative Arts to the Youth and beyond. The 7th edition, happening on March 7, 2025, at the Grand Arena, promises to continue this proud tradition. Organized by Charterhouse, the summit will feature a carefully curated lineup of trailblazing women ready to steer vital conversations and actions in the pursuit of gender equality. This year’s theme is clear — Accelerate Action. And when you see the impressive roster of speakers, it’s obvious that the movement towards this goal is in capable hands. Let’s take a look at the powerhouse women who will be driving these important conversations.

His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, has appointed Kafui Danku-Pitcher as the CEO & Executive Secretary of the National Film Authority (NFA) Ghana. Madam Kafui Danku-Pitcher is a highly accomplished Ghanaian filmmaker, author, and entrepreneur with a strong record in creative arts, tourism, and economic development. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English and Classics from the University of Cape Coast and is currently pursuing an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at the University of Ghana. Her skill set encompasses leadership and governance, expertise in the creative industry, communication and interpersonal abilities, digital literacy, innovation, and building collaborative partnerships. She is committed to advancing creative arts, cultural preservation, and economic growth through strategic policies and initiatives. Madam Kafui Danku-Pitcher has been working as an actress and filmmaker since 2008 and has been an execu...

The 7th National Women’s Summit & Expo launched its highly anticipated maiden edition of the Industry Spotlight Series on February 21st, 2025. This year’s spotlight focused on the transformative role women play in the agribusiness sector—a timely and critical conversation as global challenges surrounding food security, economic growth, and sustainable development become more pressing. Held at the Kosmos Innovation Center - a renowned agribusiness enabler, the Industry Spotlight Series set the stage for a powerful bevy of women agripreneurs, investors, and industry stakeholders, all gathered with one goal in mind: to shape the future of agribusiness in Ghana and beyond. In her opening speech, Mrs. Theresa Ayoade, CEO of Charterhouse and convener of the event, articulated the importance of such platforms. “This mixer is meant to set the stage for meaningful solutions and transformative action,” she said. “It is more than just a networking opportunity—it is a call to action. Today, w...

The February cover of GQ Magazine South Africa profiles Peace Hyde for her remarkable achievements in the African film and entertainment space. From creating the Forbes Africa TV Platform with its flagship TV Shows, My Worst Day and Against All Odds, the media maven has been at the helm of shaping positive and impactful narratives about Africa for almost a decade, earning her the accolade of the architect of Africa’s Unscripted TV revolution. With My Worst Day, Hyde pioneered a show which spoke to the continent’s billionaires including Aliko Dangote, Folorunso Alakija, Cosmas Maduka and many more of Africa’s greatest entrepreneurs about their failures in business. The show was an instant hit on the CNBC Africa channel reaching over 60 million homes across sub Saharan Africa. Her investigative documentary, Inside Nigeria’s Push to End Police Brutality, on global platform Vice News, won four international film festival awards including the Los Angeles Film Festival and the ...