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One of Africa's entertainment mogul VNation located in Accra Ghana has officially unveiled it's first artist  "Leki" signed onto its record label for 8 years. This contract include Distribution, Production and Marketing. As any professional demand, VNation will make provision for a fresher course outside the country for his upgrade. The unveiling which took place on the Friday the 27th of October 2017 at the premises of VNation in Ghana was attended by media personnel, social media influencers and management of the company. The artist Ernest Augustine Effiong known as "Leki" is a 24 year old Afro fusion singer from Nigeria.

Ghanaian sensational Top Model Araba Sey recently mentored young and aspiring models on how to make or create a solid career in modeling. Araba Sey was invited by Gyimodels agency to mentor, interact,motivate and train the young models at Pentecost University. The models comprised of aspiring models from Pentecost University,University of Ghana and other tertiary institutions. In an interaction with Kelvin Funkeye of CypressGhana, Araba disclosed that she honoured the invite as part of inspiring and motivating upcoming models which she has always had at heart and besides that to implement her innovative "Seyyourmind" initiative which tends to promote the modeling industry.

The development of the creative arts infrastructure is essential as it is a tool to ensure the enhancement of its growth. With the vision of empowering and enhancing the African Creative Arts Industry through the provision of top-notch professional business and legal advisory services, whiles educating the industry through its Thought Leadership Programs, Africa 1 Media proudly presents the Creative Entrepreneur Series. The event is slated for the 3rd of November 2017 at the African Regent Hotel from 8am to 5pm. With support from the Ministry of Arts and Culture, and Community Change Incorporated USA, the 1 day session will feature talent manager and brands expert, Godwin Tom, the CEO of IManage Africa, a firm that focuses on developing tailor-made strategies that suit the business needs and goals of many entertainers and individuals in the creative arts industry in Nigeria. The objective of the masterclass is to empower and educate both aspiring and established talents, their teams...

The Discovery Learning Alliance, a not for profit arm of global media giant Discovery Communications, has chosen today, the International Day of the Girl, to spotlight the growing impact of the works of award winning Ghanaian Broadcast Journalist and Women’s Advocate, Anita Erskine. In an extensive feature on their website, Erskine’s unwavering commitment to Girls’ Education and Women’s Empowerment is fully outlined and described, bringing her work to a global audience that is undoubtedly inspired by such exemplary stories of resilience, commitment and selfless contributions to society. “Discovery Learning Alliance is proud to work with Anita. She’s more than an advocate for girls. She’s a champion for gender equality – actively working to improve the life outcomes of girls in Ghana and globally. I look forward to continuing to work with her and learning from her example as she forges ahead!” Aric Noboa, President and Executive Producer for Discovery Learning Alliance....

Ghanaian actor, Vincent McCauley has revealed that he was very ‘heartbroken’ when hit TV series ‘Things We do for Love ended abruptly over a decade ago.’ Vincent, popularly known as ‘Max’ for his role in the TV series told host of the ‘Tonight Show,’ Andrew Tandoh Adote that, he loved every minute being on the show and was disappointed when the show ended abruptly. “It broke my heart seriously because I so enjoyed being on that show, it was amazing, I loved every minute of it,”. Vincent also attempted to explain why some very good local TV series end prematurely. He argued, “Why we don’t seem to have that level of longevity, I don’t know. Very few are able to have that and I think it has to do with the inability to sustain the show whether it is financing, whether it is sponsorship, I think all of those aspects come into play.” The actor also revealed that he has been under enormous pressure to get married but insisted that ,“it will happen when it has to happen.” “From my friends, ...

Leading pan-African TV Show and organisers of the leading music video awards in Africa, WatsUp TV has officially opened nominations for the 2017 edition of the WatsUp TV Africa Music Video Awards (WAMVA). Notable winners from the 2016 edition which was hosted in Accra, Ghana are Diamond Platnumz, Shatta Wale, Wizkid, Beyonce, Mr. Eazi, Desiigner, Godfather, Cassper Nyovest, DJ Arafat, Ibtissam Tiskat etc. In an exclusive interview with the CEO of WatsUp TV, ABD Traore, he noted, the awards was launched to create the best opportunity to judge African Music Videos from various Anglophone and Francophone thereby bridging the gap between the music industries in Africa. He also shared, Nominees for the 2017 edition of the WAMVA will be announced during the 3rd anniversary (7 October 2017 ) of the TV show in Ghana. Interested musicians and fans who are interested in submitting their videos, can do so through wamva.watsup.tv.

After hitting the first show off his E.L Live Tour in Minnesota, rapper E.L flew over to New York for the city’s Fashion Week. The Best African Rapper (B.A.R) thrilled some super models in the middle of the presentation. Studio 189 surprised attendees with a full-blown concert, which got everybody dancing to the rhythm of E.L’s Afrobeat music. Even Dawson joined in, busting some moves with Paula Abdul. The models then featured the line by standing in groups, while talking and dancing with one another. The participants included people of all ages, ethnicities and colors. ”It’s all about inclusiveness”, Erwiah said at the beginning of the event.