CypressGH.COM: September 2018

Sunday, September 30, 2018

Okyeame Kwame Launches First Single Off "Made In Ghana" Album In Cape Coast

Celebrated Ghanaian musician, Okyeame Kwame has launched the first single off his upcoming album 'Made in Ghana', in Cape Coast.

The launch took place on Friday, 28th September, 2018 at the Chief's Palace in Cape Coast.

He also paid a courtesy call on the Municipal Chief Executive (CEO) of Cape Coast, Ernest Arthur and introduced the ‘Made in Ghana’ project to him.

Later in the evening, Okyeame Kwame met with his fans at Sikakrom in Cape Coast to entertain them with a performance of his songs.

The new song titled 'Made in Ghana' features Kidi, Ebo Taylor and Dan Grahl.

Ghanaian Rapper Teephlow’s latest single features singer Adina Thembi. Released today, September 28, the joint, christened “Forgive”, was produced by MollessBeatz and LYNX Entertainment frontman, Richie Mensah.

It preaches the need to let things go, as it is in the nature of humans to err.

Born Lukeman Ekow Baidoo, Teephlow —2018 VGMA “Record of the Year” holder —recently released visuals for the hiphop song, “Red Velvet.”

A battle between Senegal teammates Kalidou Koulibaly and Sadio Mane will headline the second Matchday of the UEFA Champions League’s group stage, set to be played on the midweek of 2-3 October.

Napoli will play host to Liverpool in a Group C clash at Stadio San Paolo on Wednesday night, with the tussle between Koulibaly and Mane set to be a key factor in deciding the outcome. The game is also likely to feature Egyptian superstar Mohamed Salah, and Guinean midfielders Amadou Diawara and Naby Keita.

Matchday Two gets underway early on Tuesday evening with Algerians Ishak Belfodil and Riyad Mahrez set to come up against one another when Hoffenheim host Manchester City, while Swiss side Young Boys – who boast several African players, such as Roger Assale and Moumi Ngamaleu – will play host to Italian giants Juventus (who will be without Cristiano Ronaldo following his controversial red card in Matchday One).

See Images : Numero Uno Ghana Hosts Beauty Talk and Shopping Party With Local Entrepreneurs

Numero Uno, the department store style shopping destination at Marina Mall, hosted the first session of its Style Talk with “The Business of Beauty”, a discussion featuring local beauty entrepreneurs including Stephanie Adu, Founder and CEO of Colorbox Cosmetics, Violet Amo Amoabeng, Founder of Skin Gourmet, Asare Prince Owusu, a Celebrity and Editorial Makeup artist, and moderated by beauty blogger Ruth Nartey.

The event was attended by beauty and media personalities Vanessa Gyan, Radio Personality at Live FM, Chris Kata, Actress and TV Host at 3 Music Network and Chrissy Jones, CEO of CJZ Makeovers.

“In addition to the international fashion brands, we feature at Numero Uno such as Zara, Benetton, Mango, Faconnable, and Guess we recently added the Italian cosmetics brand Nouba to our collection. Launching Nouba was an ideal opportunity to introduce our Style Talk series with a discussion on following your passion for beauty as an entrepreneur,” said Nadine El Khoury Yazbeck, Numero Uno Ghana’s manager, who also provided guests with a complimentary 20GHC shopping voucher to be used towards purchases made during the event.

For the last 3 years, I have canvassed Ghana on the fashion terrain to gain a good understanding of our ethics, culture and heritage and how that is helping to transform the Ghanaian Fashion Industry.

Ghana has so much opportunity for growth in the fashion which can only be beneficial to this country as a whole once this industry becomes self-sufficient with adequate investment, Government participation and teamwork within the stylish, bloggers, illustrators, designers and the like.

The pacesetters of Joyce Ababio, Kofi Ansah and Mawuli Okudzeto have all served Ghana well in their various ways but the future of fashion transcends our borders and the revenue stream will be substantial if we can all get behind it. So who are our next flagbearers?

Vanessa Harrison is a designer I stumbled on recently when I was given the opportunity to be a panellist on a fashion tv red carpet event. Our very own Stephanie Benson wore Vh_Mode to the recently completed Glitz style awards and her outfit was very intriguing. Fluid symmetrical geometric designs achieved by precise placement of colour through the fabric.

Ahead of the 14th edition of the Africa Movie Academy Awards, the organisers have announced readiness to host African Cinema Business Round Table in Kigali.

According to the organisers, the event is billed to host on October 19th, 2018 at the Intare Conference Arena in Kigali, Rwanda.

Speaking to Cypress Ghana on the round table, Martins Gbados, disclosed that speakers at the event will include the Chief Executive Officer of AMAA, Peace Anyiam-Osigwe and Will Smith's younger brother and partner, Harry Smith.

The cinema business round table, it was further disclosed, is being organised in conjunction with American film distribution company, Smith Global Media.

With the keynote, Unlocking distribution the key to wealth for African distributors, several movie practitioners across Africa will be attending the event.

Will Smith's brother partners AMAA for film distribution

Will Smith's younger brother, Harry Smith has collaborated with the organisers of the Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) ahead of the 2018 edition in Rwanda.

Organisers of the 2018 edition of Miss Ghana pageant has announced that songstress, Wendy Shay, among other artistes, will perform at the pageant.

The grand finale for this year’s pageant is scheduled to take place at the Marriott Hotel in Accra on Saturday, September 29th, 2018 fro m 7pm.

Earlier, organisers announced that Gyedu Blay Ambolley, ace saxophonist Steve Bedi and a surprise act, will give patrons pulsating performances.

But on Wednesday, Inna Patty, who is the CEO of Exclusive Events Ghana, organisers of the pageant announced on social media that Wendy will also be performing.

“Look who I bumped into rehearsing her moves to wow Ghana and the world this Saturday 29th September 2018 @marriottaccrahotel @wendyshayofficial #missghana2018 Do you have your tickets? If not, then hurry just a few seats left at Batsonaa Frankie’s, Buka Restaurant, Jamrock, Capito…,” she said after she shared a photo with Wendy on Instagram.

Wendy Shay who many have described as the replacement of the late Ebony is currently doing very well with her “Uber Driver” song. Her new single titled “Astalavista” is equally doing well. This will be her first time to perform on Miss Ghana platform.

See Images: Ohemaa Mercy Receives Key To City Of Cincinnati In America

Renowned gospel minister Ohemaa Mercy has taken a break in her Europe and America Tehillah Experience tour to receive the key to Cincinnati, Ohia.

Mrs. Mercy Tuwm Ampofo as she is known privately was honoured with the key on Thursday, September 27th, 2018, by the mayor, John Joseph Cranley.

The key according to mayor Joseph Cranley was given to the ‘Aseda’ hitmaker for her “humanitarian support of international and domestic advocate”. After honouring her with the key, September 27th was proclaimed as “Ohemaa Mercy Day” in the city of Cincinnati.

Ohemaa Mercy becomes the first Ghanaian gospel musician to receive a key in the United States of America after Sonnie Badu.

Ghanaian rapper, Awal Mohammed, second runner up of the 2010 edition of TV3’s Talented Kids has assured his fans that he will take home the MTN Hitmaker crown for this year.

While many have questioned his decision to re-enter another reality competition, Awal says this is a bigger opportunity to put his brand out there.

“I pulled through Talented Kids and I will also win this year’s MTN Hitmaker. My brand needs to resurface”, he said.

The young rapper, in an interview with Sammy Flex on Zylofon 102.1FM’s Showbiz Agenda stated that he loves to be challenged, hence this initiative to push his brand out of its comfort zone.

Awal further pointed out that though he received support from several people, it has not been enough to push his craft into the mainstream.

“I am not entering the competition because I do not have support for my career. I did get support but it did not get me there”, he stated.

Though he mentioned that, he is open to the possibility of a tough competition, Awal stressed that he will definitely take the crown for MTN Hitmaker 2018 home.

The Beyond Collective To Showcase Classic Artworks In Ghana

It’s undeniable the energy in Ghana right now: the country is resplendent with potential, particularly in Accra, Kumasi, Tamale and Takoradi.

There’s a crescendo of so many great projects including Ghana’s first photography festival, Nuku Studio Photography Festival which featured a travelling exhibition across the country, an art weekend hosted by Gallery 1957, and the experimentation taking place at contemporary art space blaxTARLINES in Kumasi.

This coalescence of cultural events are sure signs of exciting times and is the culmination of efforts that have existed long before.

Sit in a trotro, and you’ll feel it: there is the talk of change and chance, with self-made entrepreneurs cutting deals on dilapidated and dog-eared seats, as street hawkers entice you with the newest natural miracle creams.

The Beyond Collective was conjured up from conversations and a demand to highlight the ambitions of creatives in Accra, Ghana. Thanks to the alchemy and nourishment of founding members Nana Anoff, Nii Obodai, Panji Anoff, Nada Moukarzel, Nyani Quarmyne and curator Rania Odaymat, the first group show, BEYOND was born in 2013.

Ghanaians were thrilled to Chinese culture feast and art on Saturday 22nd September 2018 at the forecourt of Ghana Broadcasting Corporation.

The event dubbed Beijing Top TV Drama & Movies Broadcasting Season in Africa is a brand program to promote cultural exchanges and cooperation between China and Africa.

And since 2014, the event has been held for four successive times, travelling to Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Nigeria, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, Mozambique, Madagascar and other countries, bringing a visual and cultural feast to tens of millions of African people.

In the early hours of September 22nd, the Feast of Films and TV dramas was held with thousands of Ghanaians experiencing Chinese culture, including Chinese food, Chinese ancient costume, Chinese calligraphy, and Chinese Kung Fu.

“The pupils’ Aid” project has successfully laid its footing when it begun its first distribution in the Sissala West District in the Upper West region on 19th September 2018. “

The pupils’ Aid” is a collaboration between Global Aid for the Marginalized Ghana and the Abraham Attah Foundation (founded by the Ghanaian born Hollywood Actor, Abraham Attah) to distribute school uniforms for vulnerable pupils in Ghana.

The project is purposed to empower pupils in the deprived public schools in Ghana with the distribution of free school uniforms, bags, belts and shoes to these vulnerable ones to better position them to compete with the advantaged.

The Project Director, Mr. Francis Botchwey assured that the project will distribute school uniforms, bags, belts, and shoes for vulnerable pupils’.

DStv Eutelsat Star Awards Winner Gets A Trip Watch Live Rocket Launch

This year’s edition of the DStv Eutelsat Star Awards competition is a few weeks away from closing and students in Ghana are encouraged to enter this essay or poster competition.

This exciting journey is opened to all secondary schools in Ghana; students between the age of 14 and 18 years can enter by either writing a creative essay or designing a poster based on the following topic:

“Currently, satellites are being used in a variety of ways but there is always room for expansion and growth. Write an essay or design a poster on areas you believe the full potential of satellites has not yet been tapped into or embraced.”

According to Corporate Affairs Manager, MultiChoice Ghana, Nii Amah Dagadu, “the DStv Eutelsat Star Awards is open to all students from secondary (high) schools across Ghana. All essays are to be written in English only and will be judged based on a high-standard of accuracy, creativity, originality and innovation.” He adds, entry forms can be obtained from any MultiChoice Ghana office or downloaded from www.dstvstarawards.com .

All over the world, music reality TV shows have unearthed some of the greatest talents. In Ghana, Efya, Adina, Wiyaala, Kaakie, Kurlsongx, Kidi and Kuami Eugene are just but a few with the last three coming from the nations most respected Music Reality TV show, MTN Hitmaker!

Now in its 7th year, this seasons search was nothing short of fun and hard work as judges had to cut down from thousands to 12.

From rappers to singers, dancehall acts to hiplifers Richie Mensah of Lynx Entertainment said, “…this has definitely been the most challenging, most demanding, most exciting and definitely the best array of talents in my history as a judge on MTN Hitmaker” .

Coming from one of Ghana’s finest music makers, Tuesday 2nd October 2018 should be a day to anticipate as the National Theater in Accra hosts these 12 unique talents in their very first battle toward the grand prize.

Ahead of selecting that strong 12 however, the thousands that had applied were cut down to a little over 100, then further down to some 22.

Disney Africa has announced the African launch of the Mickey the True Original campaign, joining the global festivities honouring nine decades of Mickey Mouse, his heritage, personality and status as a pop-culture icon.

As 18 November 2018 marks 90 years since his first appearance in Steamboat Willie in November 1928, a series of world-wide celebrations will be taking place this year and Africa is no different.

The campaign will come to life with engaging content and events that embrace Mickey’s impact on the past, present and future. Local festivities kick off this month, leading up to Mickey’s 90th anniversary on 18 November 2018 and beyond. Later this year, Mickey’s 90th Spectacular, a two-hour prime-time special, will be screened on M-Net 101.

It will feature star-studded musical performances, moving tributes and never-before-seen short films. Superstars from music, film and television will join the birthday fun for the internationally beloved character.

Ghana’s fastest rising female sensation Wendy Shay will join her fellow artistes such as Kwesi Slay, Kwesi Arthur, Kidi, Kuami Eugene among others at Muse Africa’s Bangerz of the Quarter Party slated to happen on 6th October 2018 at Club Onyx.

Bangerz of the Quarter is a Muse Africa initiative to celebrate the biggest songs of the quarter. The BOQ Party is set to celebrate both nominees and winners of this edition’s Bangerz of the Quarter May to August.

The museAfrica BOQ party experience is set to give fans the opportunity to jam with all the winners of this quarters social media accolades.

On the 6th of October at Club Onyx, there will be performances by Wendy Shay, Kwesi Slay and DJ Vyrusky but all winners together with winners will be there.

In talking about the Muse Africa BOQ Party, the editor in Chief of Muse Africa, George Wiredu Duah, explained that this is not just the presentation of accolades to winners but also a night where fans can get up close and personal to all their favorite artistes.

Energetic visuals for “Mamee,” Efya’s recent partnership with Mr Eazi, have been published. Directed by XBills Ebenezer, the project, executive produced by Jutland, arrive a few months after the single came.

This is not the first time Efya and the “Leg Over” man an collaborating on music. Their creative chemistry was sparked as far back as 2016, on the joint, “Skin Tight,” which remains among the most influential offerings of their careers.

“Mamee,” a gentle love song, also cautions against taking one’s partner’s emotions for granted: “baby, no think say I no get mind of my own,” goes a line in the duet. The number was directed by MOG Beatz.

Not much has been heard of Dancehall artiste Ras Kuuku but the musician whose song Nwansina enjoyed massive airplay last two years ago is back with a new song titled "I Love You".

I Love You recorded by KV Bangers will be released tomorrow. On the song Ras Kuuku is expressing love to his sweetheart for staying with him for close to a decade.

He uses words like your smile always kills me, I can’t live without you and your curves are incredible to describe the love he has for his sweetheart.

Speaking in an interview with Showbiz, Ras Kuuku said he wanted to tell the whole world that Rastafarians can also love.

It is of no doubt that the Ashanti's have fully accepted female singer Sista Afia, as their queen of entertainment, especially when it comes to music performance.

Last weekend inside the Kumasi Science and Technology University formerly known as K-Poly, patrons at the school witnessed another exciting evening when Sista Afia got on stage

The event was aimed at celebrating their (KSTU) "Akwaaba" evening with the "Slay Queen" hitmaker, Sista Afia headlining, and performances from the Ground Up Chaley label acts, Qwabena MP, Twitch, to mention but few.

Put together by Glozel and YFM Kumasi, the show had a massive turnout despite the heavy rainfall that day.

Below is a video we have of Sista Afia, from her arrival at the airport, police escort to the venue and how she gave the fans that "wow" moment.

Sista Afia in the middle of her performance stopped to introduce to the fans another female singer by name Sefa, who is currently signed unto D Black's Black Avenue Muzik.

Darryl Paa Kwesi Bannerman-Martin, known under the stage name Joey B, has taken issue with the attitude of colleague musicians Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy, who have been at each other’s throat for some years now.

Speaking on the Celebrity Fanzone show last Saturday on GHOne TV, Joey B argued that the most important thing for Ghanaian artists should be putting “Ghana on the map” rather than beef which adds very little to the music industry.

“Let’s make music and put Ghana on the map. I don’t like that energy, I won’t call it negative energy but I don’t like it,” Joey B stated.

The Tonga hit-maker also warned that these industry beefs may spill over into the ‘real world’ causing some trouble as he cautioned against it.

The Reggae Ambassadors, THIRD WORLD, remain one of the most pivotal reggae bands of all time. The band will release their first single Loving You Is Easy, off their upcoming full length album to be released in 2019, this Friday, September 28.

Produced by Grammy-award winning business mogul Damian 'Jr Gong' Marley on Ghetto Youths International, Loving You Is Easy gives the listener an insight on their creative ability to maintain their artistry over four decades of music. The single will be available for download and streaming on all digital platforms.

The song embodies a smooth Reggae sound, featuring the band's beautiful signature harmonies and charismatic vibe. Stephen “Cat” Coore, founder and band leader of Third World aptly describes the single as “a cool lovers rock, it is one of those songs that is really catchy and that I think people will like. It’s a sing along.”

"Loving you is easy cause the way you make me feel, Loving you is simple that's the way its suppose to be, Baby with you by my side I feel so young and free, I could love you on and on and on and on on and on and on…"

Canada based Ghanaian musician, OvaWise, has released the much anticipated video for the hit single “Me & You.” The video which was shot in Toronto and directed by the award winning cinematographer, Tee Tash, is reported to have cost the musician over $80,000.

The video showcases a blend of high fashion and lavish lifestyle and captures luxurious elements including vintage Rolls Royce, $60,000 real cash, Lamborghinis, stunning video vixens, arc mansions, zebra, donkey, kangaroo and several others.

Judging by the positive feedback from industry professionals and connoisseurs who have seen snippets of the video, music lovers are about to witness a super exceptional video for the hit song classified by many as world music.

Commenting on the video, OvaWise expressed his satisfaction with the work that went into the video stating that “it has been such a great time promoting the song and also working with the team on the accompanying music video.

Deaconess Mary Nana Sekyere, a rising gospel musician has revealed that she married her husband as a virgin and that her husband can gladly and proudly bear her witness.

Speaking on Adom TV’s discussion segment of Kuch Rang Television series hosted by Tima KumKum, the musician during the discussion on the topic about still talking to your former partners after a break-up gave answers that were quite shocking to the host.

Deaconess Mary started her submission by stating that it is no big deal to still be in contact with your ex when the two break up because she believes being at loggerheads is bad and once you do that, the sort of hatred that comes out may even cause one to kill the other.

The rising gospel singer, however, expressed her displeasure in deciding to work in the same place as your ex. She opined that because there is usually some bitterness and anger between the two, it tends to slow production at the workplace and as such suggested that once people break-up, one person leaves the particular workplace.

The host of the show, Tim KumKum, who looked quite surprised at the answers she was getting from the deaconess pushed further and asked her if she is still talking to her ex after their break-up. It was at this point that the musician dropped the shocker that she married her husband a virgin and as such has no ex.

Lights, camera, action! TV screens all over Africa will never be the same again as Turner ushers in a new era. African audiences can prepare themselves to re-imagine TV through TNT, a young, fresh and entertainment-filled offering for the entire family.

On 21 September, TNT Africa revealed its slick new look which promises to be an immersive experience, providing creative and relevant programming specially tailored for African fans.

TNT Africa is the culmination of TCM’s move to refresh its brand image and adapt its brand positioning; the channel moved away from its former global positioning in favour of a more bold and appealing positioning of the ‘American blockbuster channel’.

“The TCM brand has had a strong classic association which doesn’t reflect the actual brand proposition, or deliver the right message, to our African audiences.

To fix general lack of understanding in supply chain management field in Africa, the Managing Director of Lanele Group, Lwazi Mtshali has donated some supply chain books to Ghanaian institutions.

The books were presented at the official launch of the second edition of the world’s first compendium on Supply Chain Management (SCM) at Labadi Beach in Accra. The Second Edition of the book titled “Executive Insights Series: Compendium of Supply Chain Management Terms” contains thousands of detailed definitions and information to help the public and private sector officials understand and apply aspects of supply chain management thinking to their respective values chains, support industrialization and competitiveness, and improve service delivery quality.

Lanele Group is a South Africa private company with a track record in the downstream oil, gas and energy sector. Its track record spans the manufacturing, wholesaling and distribution of fuels both locally and through imports. The company has a presence in refining and petroleum fuels infrastructure as well as the trading of petroleum products.

The MD of Lanele said the book has come at a right time to give direction to professional, policy makers and the business community on effectives supply and value chain principles.

To wrap up her birthday month, multi-talented, award-winning actress, singer, presenter, musical director, producer, radio host and MC, Relebogile Mabotja, has decided to host a mentorship lunch session for 10 matric students as a way to motivate them as they prepare for their upcoming final examinations.

A social media call to action was made on Heritage Day, which invited matric ladies in need of motivation and inspiration ahead of their final exams to send a motivational letter via email as to why they should join Relebogile Mabotja’s mentorship lunch.

Relebogile Mabotja announced on her social media this morning, the names of the 10 girls that were selected.

The mentorship lunch will take place this Saturday, 29 September 2018, at Gold Reef City from 11am till 2pm, where the 10 matric students will be treated to a 3-course meal courtesy of Gold Reef City. Gold Reef City will also gift each student with 4 theme park tickets to have fun with their friends after their final examinations.

Ghana will on September 27th, 2018 join the rest of the world in celebrating World Tourism Day, a day set aside by the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) to raise awareness on tourism’s actual and potential contribution to sustainable development.

Anchored on the theme “Tourism and the Digital Transformation,” this year’s event will help to put the opportunities provided to tourism, by technological advances including big data, artificial intelligence and digital platforms, on the map of sustainable development.

The UNWTO sees digital advances and innovation as part of the solution to the challenge of marrying continued growth with a more sustainable and responsible tourism sector.

While the Tour Operators Union of Ghana (TOUGHA) recognises the risk of data privacy that comes with digital era, there are enormous opportunities in the sector that could be driven by digitization.

Thanks to technology, travelling today is reasonable affordable, accessible and convenient than ever before. All it takes is a touch of a button and split seconds to plan and book trips.

Digital platforms including, mobile devices, social media and accessible information enable destination marketers to engage with consumers and stakeholders on a larger scale than ever before.

The travel industry has been at the vanguard of digital innovation and continues to be transformed at an exponential rate globally.

Bogo Blay, Nana Abrah, Okukudam Et Al Rocked Vodafone Icons ‘Rep Ur Hood’ At Junction Mall

On September 15th at the Junction Mall in Accra, the Vodafone Icons train made a stop to enable the Tema squad have their day in the sun, this after the Dansoman and Nima crew have had their turn.

At about 8:15pm, before eager fans and veteran hiplife artist and ragga man Samini, notable YFM Breakfast Show host Ms Naa and acclaimed music producer Appietus; the show produced by the e-Volution crew was set in motion.

Nessacute would open things up. Appearing in in a white sneaker, faded jeans pant and black sleeveless top over a weave, Nessa set about to perform Rihanna’s ‘Man Down’ song. The performance was inconsistent albeit her smile remained constant even charming. Her delivery was smooth in one breath and turbulent in another.

For Samini, there was strength in her voice but she had to stay in key. For Ms Naa, Nessa had good mic handling as well as good pitch adding she had vim and rendered a great performance. Appietus however reckoned Nessacute couldn’t crescendo although she has a very good baritone voice reminding the damsel to stay in key while singing.

Fast rising Ghanaian musician Manuel Nonbada, who calls himself the Afro-Highlife Boy releases a new tune which he features fast rising afrobeats sensations Kelvyn Boy.

This record is a blend of afrobeats and highlife produced by the Bank of Beats Legend himself Shottoh Blinqx.

Talking to Manuel he said making this particular song was very funny because, we made this song in 2 Days.

He said “Shottoh came by the house studio and we were just vibing on next projects and what strategies to take and he chanced on a kick and started making a beat.

The first word and melody that came to mind was Nukata, an Ewe word which means Why. He recorded the grooved and I jumped on it immediately with a hook. "

The resident choir of Salt and Light Music Ministry, The Harmonious Chorale Ghana swept seven {7} awards at the GHYouth Choir Choral Festival and Awards held at the National Theatre.

Kweku Acquaah Harrison picked up the Lifetime Achievement Award, while Samuel Appau Aheng picked up the Award for Choral Music Promotion.

The instrumentalist of the year Award went to Augustine Sobeng, the Principal Organist for Harmonious Chorale.

The awards scheme that celebrates choral music players in Ghana started three years ago and has witnessed saw the group, under the leadership of James Varrick Armaah and Rev. Dr. Joyce R. Aryee, being crowned as the best choir in Ghana.

Ghanaian TV and Radio personality, Deloris Frimpong-Manso popularly known as Delay has sent a word of advice to Wendy Shay.

The trending young female artiste signed to RuffTown Records has been in the news recently for various reasons and majority being trolled via the internet.

Delay has been a recipient of such trolls and shares a word of advice on her tv show, The Delay Show. Preceding her message, she made mention of scenarios whereby people talk made it a point to always find fault with whatever Wendy Shay wears or does in her music life.

“Unless you are not ready for this music business, but if you want to go for the long haul you need to understand is that when Ghanaians accept you easily for doing nothing, you lose your fame and worth quickly.

South Africa (SA) committee in collaboration with Ghana High Commission, Ghana’s annual cultural, trade and entertainment festival in South Africa was held in Pretoria on Sunday, 23rd September, 2018, Pretoria, under the theme “Uniting Africans through Culture”.

GhanaFEST SA, is an important “Flagship” festival event in South Africa, which attracted over 8000 people this year.

The event exhibited Ghanaian textiles and clothing, music and dance, cultural artifacts and Ghanaian cuisine.

It also aims at fostering unity and a sense of patriotism among Ghanaians in South Africa as well as to promote cultural understanding and deepen the cordial relations between Ghana and South Africa.

The festival created a platform for Ghanaian cultural and popular musicians. Performances by Ohenfu Culture Drummers and various artists created the platform for the High Commissioner of Ghana to South Africa, His Excellency Mr. Ayisi-Boateng to open the festival. His Excellency led the Exhibition Tours with dignitaries in attendance.

Pretoria, 8th edition of GhanaFEST South Africa (SA) was an undoubtedly explosive success.

The GhanaFEST South Africa (SA) committee in collaboration with Ghana High Commission, Ghana’s annual cultural, trade and entertainment festival in South Africa was held in Pretoria on Sunday, 23rd September, 2018, Pretoria, under the theme “Uniting Africans through Culture”.

GhanaFEST SA, is an important “Flagship” festival event in South Africa, which attracted over 8000 people this year. The event exhibited Ghanaian textiles and clothing, music and dance, cultural artifacts and Ghanaian cuisine.

It also aims at fostering unity and a sense of patriotism among Ghanaians in South Africa as well as to promote cultural understanding and deepen the cordial relations between Ghana and South Africa.

The festival created a platform for Ghanaian cultural and popular musicians. Performances by Ohenfu Culture Drummers and various artists created the platform for the High Commissioner of Ghana to South Africa, His Excellency Mr. Ayisi-Boateng to open the festival.

Chantelle Asante Says She Has Resorted To ‘TroTro’ Due To Fuel Price Hikes

TV producer and co-host of Celebrity Fanzone, Chantelle Asante has revealed that she now prefers to use ‘trotro’ as her means of transportation as a result of the increasing fuel prices in the country.

The government has failed to abolish the Special Petroleum Tax despite calls by Ghanaians including the TUC to reduce fuel prices in the country.

Chantelle Asante, who spends close to 400 cedis to fill her car tank, has resorted to trotro in her bid to offset the increasing cost of buying fuel in Ghana.

She made this known last Saturday on Celebrity Fanzone on GH One TV.

“I literally am watching my journeys and where I am going. If it is necessary or unnecessary; can I take a trotro or an Uber. That’s what I am doing now. This is absolutely ridiculous.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry France Ghana (CCIFG) organised the CCIFG signature Back to Business Networking Cocktail at Urban Grill on Thursday 13th September, 2018 to officially mark the end of a good summer break and being officially back to business.

The B2B cocktail which was organised in partnership with RegencyNem Insurance Ghana Ltd and Schneider Electric Ghana International brought together about 120 participants from diverse sectors in Corporate Ghana to one venue in order to engage and build potential partnerships. Participants were entertained to live-band music accompanied by selected French wine and hors d’oeuvres in the signature CCIFG Franco-Ghanaian fashion.

In a speech addressing guests to the event, The Board Chairman of the CCIFG, Mr Patrick Prado was ecstatic speaking on what the CCIFG has up its sleeve in the upcoming months. The highlights of the year she mentioned will be largely in collaboration with CCI France international.

Miss Ghana UK celebrates the 26th Edition, where Ghanaians, Africans and other nationals gather to witness the biggest and most popular African beauty pageant show across Europe, UK Organizers of the beauty pageant, have announced through a media release issued in London.

Scheduled for Saturday 22nd September 2018 at Gaumont Palace, 9 The Broadway High Road, London, N22 6DS, this year’s edition is aimed at showcasing to the rest of the world about Ghana Tourism. The rich Ghanaian culture and heritage in the different regions around Ghana as well as celebrating the hardworking, beautiful and intelligent Ghanaian women and their achievements over the years.

The total of 12 ladies from across the United Kingdom of Ghanaian descent will be vying on the night for the Miss Ghana UK 2018 crown and to become Ambassador for the Miss Ghana UK Foundation for the next twelve months. This year’s hosts are Simply Andy, Mz Dru and Afua Adom.

The 12 finalists are Elizabeth Yirkpiere, Ruby Brobey, Mariska Appiah, Shivon Oshodi-Oppong, Della Buakuma, Princess Sinkinson, Monaliza Cudjoe, Vanessa Dodoo, Lorreta Adams, Sherrie Gaulder-Akoto, Akua Anim and Jacqueline Agyei.

Talented Kidz Season 8 winner, Erica Tandoh popularly known as DJ Switch has been named as one of the many speakers at the upcoming Goalkeepers 2018 in New York City on September 25 & 26.

DJ Switch will join other speakers from around the world for this two-day event, sharing their stories, ideas, and challenges.

Goalkeepers event is chaired by Bill & Melinda Gates and dedicated to accelerating progress towards the Global Goals: using powerful stories, data, and partnerships to highlight progress achieved, hold governments accountable and bring together a new generation of leaders to address the world’s major challenges.

The inaugural Goalkeepers event in 2017 hosted a diverse group of leaders. Speakers, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, President Barack Obama, and Malala Yousafzai, shared their stories of bold leadership and innovative solutions that are driving progress on the Global Goals.

Organizers of Ghana-Naija Showbiz Awards have announced Thursday, September 25th, 2018, as date set aside for the Nominees’ Gig for all those that have gotten nominations in this year’s scheme from Ghana.

The plush Cockpit Bar & Lounge would be the venue where all celebrities, invitees and the media alike shall gather to have what is expected to be a ‘good evening’, on the set date.

The second edition of the awards will hold in Lagos, Nigeria on Sunday, October 14th, 2018; and it is in order to honor practitioners in the entertainment industry who have done exceptionally well in the past year and have emerged with painstakingly picked nominations in tight categories that cuts across music, movie, comedy, TV/Radio, social media and social fashion.

This year’s edition has also been tagged ‘thethrowbackedition’ as selected veterans who did so much in modern entertainment collaborations between Ghana and Nigeria (in the late 90s & 2000s) will be honored.

See Images : Corporate Ghana Marks Founders’ Day With 2018 e.TV Ghana, Japan Motors Corporate Run

e.TV Ghana in partnership with Japan Motors, over the weekend, held the 8th Edition of the e.TV Ghana, Japan Motors Corporate Run and Walk at the Silver Star Tower.

The annual 5km run, which took place on Friday September 21, 2018 as Ghana marked its Founders’ Day to celebrate the great individuals who helped gain independence in Ghana, saw over 500 participants from various corporate institutions in Ghana coming together to run, walk, network and promote health through team-building and physical activities.

The run started 6:30am and saw the runners run through a mapped-out route from the Silver Star Tower to 37 Station, continuing to the El-Wak traffic light, then to the Airport roundabout, to the Airport Traffic Light and finished at the Silver Star Tower.

2016 Grammy-winning Reggae group, Morgan Heritage (consisting Gramps Morgan, Peetah Morgan and Mojo Morgan) have rounded up a video shoot alongside Ghana’s Stonebwoy, and Tanzania’s biggest Musician of the moment, Diamond Platnumz.

“Africa Jamaica” is among leading singles off their upcoming album. The song was shot in Accra by Jordan Hoechlin.

Visuals for “Africa Jamaica” are due for official release in coming weeks. Famed Ghanaian singer,Samini also made a cameo appearance in the video.

“This music video is tipped as a lead for our upcoming album due for release in 2019. We are using this project not only to make history but as well, using is as a uniting tool for Africa – we are using West Africa as key influences for this mission. We look forward to the bigger connect with all of Africa and the entire Caribbean too with Jamaica as the lead face of this project and mission, hence the song is titled Africa Jamaica,” Peetah Morgan explained.

Ahead of the official opening of the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) Academy this weekend in Lagos Nigeria, all indications form the Academy directors give the all clear and eagerness to admit the maiden batch of sixty students from all over Africa to start their one-year hands on training.

According to West Africa Academy Director, Femi Odugbemi “there is the need for the next generation of African filmmakers to acquire skills that could significantly improve their craft and ensure greater acceptance of African storytelling globally.”

The Academy studios, lecture facilities and equipment needed for the effect teaching and learning are in full readiness. In the same vein our curricular, visiting lecturers, industry experts are all excited and committed to share their knowledge with our students. Besides the academic facilities, hostels, security and the needed funds, stipend have been secured and we look forward to the start of tuition once our students arrive.

Throwing some light on the work of the Academy he adds, “we must consciously build capacity so that our next generation filmmakers and producers can also create wealth and create employment by being entrepreneurs as well.” Following the launch of the initiative in May this year over three thousand young film enthusiasts applied for space in the three academies (Lagos, Nairobi & Lusaka).

Following the successful launch of her “Adomaa Vs Ādomāā” double EP at Alliance Française last Saturday, Adomaa has released the second part of her project.

This EP, tagged “Ādomāā” features the Afro-jazz singer diving into music that fans and audiences are more accustomed to hearing her on, thriving in her favourite jazz, soul and R&B genres.

She also revisits her quasi-rapper persona on this EP, on not just one, but 2 of its 7 tracks.

The “Ādomāā” EP has production from BBnZ’s amazing Bedi, Konfem of Beehive Entertainment, experimental genius EDWVN, talented up and comer Kris D and familiar collaborators Boye and Reynolds TheGentleMan.

It also has solid features from Wanlov the Kubolor and Worlasi.

Some of the crème de la crème of the film industry are expected to be in Tamale on October 12 for the major premiere of the new award-winning Ghanaian film, ‘Azali’.

The premiere ceremony will come off at the Radach Hotel in Tamale.

It will be preceded by the film’s cast embarking on a media tour in the area.

Among the cast expected to be in Tamale are Asana Alhasan, Akofa Edjeani, Adjetey Anang, Mohammed Halfiz, Ama K. Abebrese, Strika, among others.

‘Azali’ has been receiving good reviews for its interesting story lines and quality since the beginning of 2018.

VIDEO: Victor AD Brings Out Keeny Ice To Perform “Ebe God” At KNUST

Nigeria’s new voice on the block; Victor AD shutdown Kumasi last night with his hit song, ‘Wetin We Gain’. Despite the heavy down pour which last for close to three hours, the fans still came out to the KNUST Poolside in their numbers to have a good time.

Halfway through his performance, he invited Moshes Musik signed artiste,Keeny Ice and they both performed “Ebe God” for the first time in Ghana since the song was released a couple weeks ago.

“Ebe God” is Keeny Ice’s second feature this year that is doing well. The two artiste took their time to properly craft the song that reveals their appreciation to God for how fast he is elevating their life and career. It also tells the real life story of any other person out there that is experiencing growth against all odds.

Just as has been the practice of most celebrities the world over to venture into other fields, Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has got a clothing line now.

In a recent tweet, he posted a picture of him and his kids (Sir Bota and Sante) with the caption: "Reading with your children creates everlasting bond and inseparable friendship #worldreader #readwithme #MadeinGhana pyjamas @santegenius @sirkwamebota."

In the photo, they are clad in pyjamas made of African print.

When asked the motive behind the choice of pyjamas as costume for the photoshoot, he said it was a new project he was embarking on.

Kwame explained that he had created a pyjamas line called ‘OK Impressions’ designed with an African touch as part his bid to promote Ghanaian culture and tourism through the arts.

Fashion Pilot, Ghana’s leading bespoke image and fashion styling agency which is focused on creating bespoke styling for clients styled and produced a fantastic lingerie and sports fashion show for Beautiful Beneath.

The show which was to unveil some of the world’s favorite sports brands on the runway came off on the 19th September, 2018 at the Swiss Spirit Alisa Hotel in Accra. Among some of the brands that featured on the runway were Adidas, Reebok, Lotto, Puma among others.

The event which attracted fashion personalities as well as showbiz icons and reps from corporate Ghana was one of a kind. Fashion Pilot with their years of experience and professionalism brought a great touch to the show .

The Government of the Republic of Ghana has accepted Official Host Country rights for the 5th All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA-Ghana 2018 with the awards programme of activities scheduled to hold between Wednesday, November 21 and Saturday, November 24 in Accra, Ghana in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the International Committee of AFRIMA.

The host country rights acceptance was conducted at a media announcement held on Tuesday, September 18th at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra, following the official unveiling of the 5th AFRIMA Host Country by the African Union on September 6th, 2018 at the African Union Commission Headquarters, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and the delivery of the Official Host Country letter to the government of Ghana on September 16th, 2018.

Leading the Ghanaian government delegation to the media announcement was the Honorable Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Hon. Catherine Afeku accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dr. Ziblim Iddi Barri; Ag. Chief Director, Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture, Mr. Vitus-Otto Langmagne; Director, Creative Arts Council, Ghana, Ms. Gyankroma Akufo-Addo; and Advisory Board Member, Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture, Ghana, Okatakyie Nana Anim 1.

Guinness Ghana Breweries Ltd Launches Black & White Scotch Whisky

Ghana’s leading total beverage business, Guinness Ghana Breweries Ltd (GGBL), has officially launched one of the world’s popular blended Scotch whiskies, Black and White onto the Ghanaian market.

Commenting on the launch of the new Black & White whisky, the Head of Innovations & Consumer Connectivity, Koffi Allaglo said, “At GGBL the consumer is at the heart of everything we do, we have always been informed by the need to satisfy different consumer taste profiles that evolve and change over time and the launch of Black & White whisky today underscores the importance of our consumers. We will continue to innovate with new products that exceed consumer expectations”.

The Brands Manager, Gilbert Tweneboah-Koduah, added that Black and White whisky is a high-quality scotch whisky, with a perfectly smooth taste, and can be enjoyed neat and mixed with consumers’ favourite mixers.

The Film and Television industry in Ghana continues to grapple with the illegal broadcast of content/piracy by Television stations resulting in huge revenue losses.

The sports and film sectors continue to be the hardest hit by this menace. Several local TV stations have been airing international sporting events without going through the process to acquire rights for the territories they operate in and to the detriment of rights holders.

A team from the SWAT Unit of the Ghana Police Service and the National Communications Authority (NCA) conducted a raid of the premises of Fly TV at Aburi and seized equipment that were being used to illegally broadcast content without the consent of the rights holders.

This raid comes on the heels of the two earlier injunctions secured by MultiChoice Ghana against Nour Vision operators of Fly TV restricting them from showing the FIFA World Cup and the Premier league.

The raid was to enforce the most recent court order restraining Fly TV from broadcasting the Premier League. Fly TV ignored the court order and proceeded with the broadcast thus necessitating the enforcement of the order by the seizure of equipment used for the infringing broadcasts. The directors of Nour Vision Ltd (operators of Fly TV) are currently under charges of contempt of court at the High Court, Accra.

Five Reasons Why The Nokia 5.1 Should Be Your Next Phone

Effortlessly stylish, understated and compact, the new Nokia 5.1 is an eye-catcher as its signature aluminium unibody design is refined to achieve ultimate quality, style and feel in the hand; while still retaining the rigidity and reliability you expect of a Nokia Android smartphone.

The current buzz among those who have purchased the phone is that it is an exceptional phone experience.

Here are top 5 reasons why the Nokia 5.1 is worth your Cedis.

1. Nokia 5.1 comes with a high resolution 5.5-inch Full HD+ display in 18:9 aspect ratio, making watching your favourite content – be it browsing the web, watching ‘Kejetia vrs Makola’ , sharing funny memes or gaming - a delightful experience.

2. You can capture more detail of what matters in your life with its upgraded 16MP rear camera with phase detection auto-focus and wide-angle front camera. Nokia 5.1’s fingerprint sensor is at the back of the phone so you can unlock it with your index finger.

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