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Gyakie breaks silence on decision to pull out of KNUST SRC event
Ghanaian singer Gyakie has finally addressed the circumstances surrounding her decision to withdraw from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) SRC event, saying the move was necessary to uphold professionalism and proper event coordination. Her comments come days after speculation surrounded he...
Oscar-winning songwriter Glen Hansard killed in crash
Oscar-winning Irish musician Glen Hansard has died in a motorbike crash in Dublin. The 56-year-old, who shot to prominence when he was cast in 1991 musical comedy film The Commitments, was long-time frontman of acclaimed rock band The Frames. Tributes have been paid across world of music from the likes of Ed Sheeran an...
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Czech Ambassador graces Bakatue Festival at Elmina [Photos]
The Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Ghana, Pavel Bílek, was among the dignitaries who joined residents of Elmina in the Central Region to celebrate this year’s Bakatue Festival. The ambassador attended the centuries-old festival as the Guest of Honour, taking part in the colourful cultural celebration that marks th...
“I’ll choose a stepfather any day; he shaped the man I am today” – Derrick Abaitey
For many people, the words ‘stepfather’ or ‘stepmother’ often evoke stories of neglect, favouritism or emotional scars. Tales of difficult blended families have become so common that they have shaped society’s perception of stepparents. But for entrepreneur and Konnected Minds host, Derrick Abaitey, his story is the co...
The rise that ended in mystery: Castro’s untold story 12 years on
It’s exactly 12 years on since Castro disappeared at the shores of Ada, reducing the once vibrant artiste to nothing but a memory. However, music producer, Fred Kyei Mensah, famed Fredyma, says he is determined not to let the memory fade further into silence. Fredyma, who boasts of cutting “Castro’s musical, profession...
Shatta Wale bags two honours at global reggae awards in Florida
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has won two awards at the 43rd edition of the International Reggae and World Music Awards, further cementing his standing on the global stage. The awards ceremony, held on Sunday at the Lauderhill Performing Arts Centre in Florida, saw the Ghanaian star take home honours for “Best...
Irish Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker dies at 81
Irish actress Brenda Fricker, who won an Oscar for her role in 1989 film My Left Foot and had well-loved parts in Home Alone 2 and TV’s Casualty, has died at the age of 81. Fricker won the Oscar for best supporting actress in 1990 for playing Daniel Day-Lewis’s on-screen mother in My Left Foot. […]
Nigerian filmmaker Uchenna Mbunabo raises concerns over unauthorised movie broadcast by some Ghanaian TV stations
Nigerian film producer Uchenna Mbunabo has raised concerns over the alleged unauthorised broadcast of Nigerian movies by some Ghanaian television stations, questioning whether the practice has become acceptable in Ghana despite existing copyright laws. The filmmaker made the remarks during a discussion with the Deputy...
Nsoromma S8 finale: Adane Best, Safowaa revive classic ‘Sisi Maame’ with nostalgic performance
The Nsoromma Season 8 grand finale delivered another unforgettable musical moment as Highlife star Adane Best teamed up with Safowaa to perform the timeless classic “Sisi Maame”, popularly known as “Pene So.” Originally produced by Slip Music and released around 2003, the song remains one of Ghana’s most beloved Highli...
Ghanaian artist ZUYUS emerges with purpose-driven sound blending Hip-Hop and Afro influences
Ghanaian recording artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur Yussif Mohammed, known in music circles as ZUYUS, is steadily establishing himself as one of the emerging voices in the new generation of African music, with a style rooted in storytelling, motivation, and personal experience. ZUYUS, who officially began his music...
Sammy Flex responds to Adane Best’s wish to feature Shatta Wale
Media and Public Relations Manager for Shatta Wale has advised veteran musician Adane Best to reconsider his desire to collaborate with the dancehall artiste if he is unwilling to embrace modern technology in music production. Speaking on Daybreak Hitz, Sammy Flex said the music industry has evolved significantly and a...
‘My sister died on the floor’ — Mzbel responds to Korle Bu over ‘no bed’ claim
Musician Mzbel has responded to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital’s call for information, maintaining that her late sister was denied a hospital bed despite being referred for emergency care. In a statement issued after the hospital announced it was investigating her claims, Mzbel recounted the events leading to her siste...