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I’ve about 80 songs unreleased due to MUSIGA duties – Bessa Simons

President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, has revealed that although he has about 80 songs written, his administrative duties have...

Blackstar Experience seals cultural partnership with South Africa’s National Arts Council

The Blackstar Experience Secretariat (BSE) of Ghana, under the Office of the President, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Arts...

Akosua Agyapong appeals for calm over Kotoka Airport ‘Akwaaba’ debate

Highlife musician and cultural advocate Akosua Agyapong has called for calm following tensions sparked by demands from some Ga-Dangme indigenes to replace the “Akwaaba”...

GTDC launches new strategy to boost tourism investment and revenue

The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) has unveiled a new strategy aimed at driving investment and revenue growth in the tourism sector. Under the plan,...

Gyedu-Blay Ambolley backs Kofi Kinaata to carry highlife legacy forward

While some argue that highlife is fading, veteran musician Gyedu-Blay Ambolley believes there are younger artistes keeping the genre alive. According to Ambolley, Kofi Kinaata...

Family announces new venue for Daddy Lumba’s one-week observance

The family and management of late Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have announced a change of venue for...

La Council upholds funeral ban amid plans for Daddy Lumba’s one-week observance

The La State Council has cautioned the public against organising or taking part in funerals and related activities within its jurisdiction during the ongoing...

MUSIGA President raises concern over shortage of guitarists in Ghana

President of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Bessa Simons, has expressed concern about the shortage of guitar players in the country. Speaking on Hitz...

BB Solace to unveil divine calling in December music launch

Gospel singer and church mother Beatrice Anane, popularly known as BB Solace, is preparing to launch her debut body of work this December at...

GTA denies replacing Akan and Ewe greetings with Ga at Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has dismissed claims that it replaced Akan and Ewe inscriptions on the welcome signage at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial...

Zionfelix urges bloggers to upgrade skills to stay relevant

Ghanaian blogger Felix Adomako Mensah, popularly known as Zionfelix, has advised content creators to acquire new skills to enhance their craft in the fast-evolving...

Punctuality defines my theatre; I don’t start my plays late – Uncle Ebo Whyte

Veteran playwright Uncle Ebo Whyte has revealed that punctuality has been one of the defining principles of his theatre career, stressing that in 17...

Ebo Whyte shares untold struggles from his early theatre journey

Celebrated Ghanaian playwright and marriage counselor, Uncle Ebo Whyte, has revealed that his first two attempts at commercial theatre were disastrous, costing him money,...

I entered theatre as an actor – Uncle Ebo Whyte

Renowned playwright and CEO of Roverman Productions, Uncle Ebo Whyte, has recounted how his journey in theatre began as an actor before evolving into...

I worked for my junior in school after I was fired from my job – Uncle Ebo Whyte

Playwright and CEO of Roverman Productions, Uncle Ebo Whyte, has revealed that his first job after being wrongfully dismissed came through someone who was...

I’m not a celebrity yet, just a working actor – Melvin Dain

Ghanaian actor Melvin Dain, known for his sterling roles in movies and television series, says he does not consider himself a celebrity. In an interview...

Mahama is a great admirer of Daddy Lumba’s music – Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama was a devoted admirer of the late highlife legend, Charles Kojo Fosu,...

Daddy Lumba’s family formally notifies government of his passing

The family of Ghanaian highlife legend Charles Kojo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, has officially informed government of his passing. On Monday, 25 August,...

I thought social media was anti-christ – Eugene Nkansah

Ghanaian blogger Eugene Osarfo-Nkansah, President of the New Media Association of Ghana, has shared how he moved from distrusting social media to becoming a...

iNMusic Distro strengthens role in music with video distribution and publishing

iNMusic Distro, powered by iNMusic Digital Distribution Ltd, is making waves across the global music industry with its transformative approach to digital music distribution,...

Tourism Ministry and GTA celebrate “Sankofa Square” in Canada 

The city of Toronto, Canada, has officially renamed its iconic Yonge Dundas Square to Sankofa Square in a historic ceremony held on Saturday, August...

Give Ghana’s fashion students the tech, not just the scissors – Seloart Group CEO urges

When a fashion student from Keta Senior High Technical School stunned the internet with a self-made dress likened to a MET Gala look, the...

Black Star Experience, AfCFTA and ATP to host Creatives Connect Afrika in November

Ghana will host the maiden edition of Creatives Connect Afrika from 25th to 30th November 2025 at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in...

The US teenagers wowed by African prom dresses

"I felt like a princess," says US teenager Brianna LeDoux about her prom gown, which she specially commissioned from Nigeria. "I wanted my dress to...

Bullet alleges witch-hunt in Shatta Wale’s detention

Artiste manager and musician, Bullet, has jumped to the defence of dancehall artiste Shatta Wale following his arrest by the Economic and Organised Crime...

Obaapa Christy features  Sarkodie on 15th studio album “Odeneho”

In a time when the music industry is shifting toward quick singles and viral moments, Ghanaian gospel powerhouse Obaapa Christy has taken a bold...

Choose physical exercise to boost your energy instead of substance abuse – Okomfour Kwadee

Hiplife musician, Jerry Anaba, popularly known as Okomfour Kwadee, has urged the youth to choose physical exercise to boost their energy instead of engaging...

Lamborghini seizure about restitution, not Shatta Wale punishment – Amanda Clinton

The ongoing legal case surrounding the seizure of a 2019 Lamborghini Urus from dancehall star Shatta Wale is fundamentally about restitution, not punishment, according...

NFA Governing Board aims to engage 1% of Ghanaians in reviving film industry

The newly inaugurated Governing Board of the National Film Authority (NFA) has announced an ambitious plan to engage at least 1% of Ghana’s population...

Four days slated for Asantehemaa’s final funeral rites in September

The final funeral rites of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, will be observed over a four-day period from September 14 to September...

Shatta Wale released from EOCO custody after revised bail conditions

Dancehall musician Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known in showbiz as Shatta Wale, has been released from the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime...

Scenes from EOCO as Shatta Wale’s fans mass up over his arrest

There was heightened drama at the premises of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), as hundreds of fans of dancehall artiste Shatta Wale...

Shatta Wale’s fans block roads, mount motorbike displays at EOCO

Hundreds of fans of dancehall artiste Shatta Wale are still massing up at the forecourt of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in...

Investigate facts of case and stop media trial – Lawyer to EOCO

Constitutional lawyer Kwame Adofo has cautioned the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) against what he describes as a media trial in the ongoing...

Shatta Wale’s fans storm EOCO to demand his release [Video]

Fans of dancehall star Charles Nii Armah Mensah, widely known as Shatta Wale, thronged the premises of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO)...

EOCO grants Shatta Wale GH₵10m bail but…

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has granted bail to dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, in the...

Amaarae’s ‘Black Star’ album: Ghana’s new global statement

The Ghanaian music industry experienced a turning point in September 2021 with the global success of Amaarae’s remix Sad Girlz Luv Money. The track not only...

Veteran Nollywood actor passes on at 82

The Nigerian movie industry is mourning the loss of veteran Nollywood actor Chief Fabian Adibe, who passed away at the age of 82 after...

Musician Lil Kesh reportedly stabbed in the neck, ears severed during robbery attack

Nigerian rapper and singer Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh, has reportedly been stabbed during a violent attack in Lagos. Eyewitnesses claim the “Shoki”...

Pastor owes me for 3 years, speaks in tongues anytime I call – Selina Boateng

Gospel musician Selina Boateng has opened up about one of the more bizarre experiences of her career, revealing how a pastor refused to pay...