It was quite the spectacle to see Shatta Wale perform at the All African Games 2023 opening ceremony. Fans were taken aback by the Dancehall King’s outfit, which defied expectations with a colourful kente cloth ensemble that resembled the regalia of a traditional Ghanaian king.
His celebrated talent as the “African Dancehall King” was brought to life as he walked the stage with riveting renditions of his hit songs.
Shatta Wale enthralled the audience at the Legon Stadium with his commanding presence and contagious energy, despite the fact that his set was shorter than his typical intense concerts. The Ghanaian superstar’s performance on such a prominent continental platform thrilled the audience.
A source of pride for the country, Shatta Wale’s performance cemented his position as a cultural icon and a global representative of Ghanaian music. His performance at the All African Games 2023 proved why he is rightfully known as the “African Dancehall King,” as both fans and onlookers were in awe of his talent and charisma.
Also, the legendary Highlife performers Pat Thomas and Ebo Taylor, along with Afrobeats musician King Promise, put on amazing performances in the interim. The guest performer to grace the occasion was Kamo Mphela, a South African.
It was an evening that showcased the exquisite African culture via artistic and musical performances.
Popular Ghanaian actor John Bredu Peasah, better known by his stage name Drogba, from the acclaimed YOLO series, has been diagnosed with a potentially fatal disease called demyelinating disease.
Drogba has reportedly been battling the illness for the previous 24 months.
News of his illness broke out on social media on March 8 after Ghanaian actor, Jeffrey Nortey shared a flyer calling for financial assistance for the actor’s medical treatment.
Drogba, also known as Blah Charles in the hit YOLO series, portrays a “lover boy” who will stop at nothing to win the woman of his dreams.
The 2016 season of the Ghanaian teen TV show YOLO debuted. This television show is a continuation of Things We Do for Love, a Ghanaian television series. Regarding the difficulties they encounter during their adolescent years, it counsels and guides the young people.
The Deputy Minister for Finance, Dr. John Kumah, has passed away aged 45 years.
The Ejisu MP died in the early hours of Thursday, March 7, after a short illness.
He leaves behind a legacy as a devoted family man, being survived by his wife, Apostle Mrs. Lilian Kumah, and six children.
Notably, Dr Kumah served as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer for the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), where he played a crucial role in positioning NEIP as a key player in Ghana’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Under his leadership, NEIP trained 7,000 startups in 2018 through the Presidential Business Support Programme and provided financial support to 1,350 beneficiaries. Before his government role, Dr Kumah was a founding member and Managing Partner of Aduaprokye Chambers, a law firm, and also established Majak Associates Ltd, a building and construction company.
In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Kumah was recognized for his educational accomplishments, including a Doctorate in Business Innovation from the Swiss Business School in Switzerland and a Masters in Applied Business Research.
He also held an Executive Masters’ degree in Business Administration (Finance) from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).
Dr. Kumah’s academic journey began at the University of Ghana, where he earned Bachelor’s degrees in Economics with Philosophy and Law, followed by admission to the Ghana Bar in 2013.
Described as an entrepreneur, lawyer, politician, and preacher, Dr. Kumah viewed his various roles as a calling to serve humanity.
Ghanaian Afro-dancehall star, Shatta Wale will share the grand stage with Afrobeats genius – King Promise at the opening ceremony of the 13th All African Games in Accra on March 8, 2024 at the newly opened University of Ghana Sports Stadium.
Other great performers to grace the occasion include Highlife legends – Ebo Tayler and Pat Thomas not forgetting the South African singer and dancer, Kamo Mphela.
The games, which are slated for March 8–23, will feature a variety of sports. Tickets ranges from GHc50 to GHc500 and available on the official website. You can also purchase your ticket by dialing *713*23#.
— 13th African Games, Accra 2023 (@Accra2023AG) March 7, 2024
Over 4,000 athletes competing in 29 sports disciplines, eight of which are qualifying for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, will make the continental event memorable.The 13th African Games, scheduled for March 8–23, 2024, will take place in Accra, Kumasi, and Cape Coast.
As the month of March falls within Ghana’s month of independence from colonial rule, it is also known as Ghana Month, a time to celebrate Ghana’s culture and other historical occurrences that have given rise to the country.
Primary goals of the campaign are to promote and celebrate the nation’s rich cultural legacy and indigenous goods and services.
In honour of this year’s celebration, let’s pay attention to the contributions made by each of the “Big Six,” whose combined efforts resulted in the declaration of independence from colonial rule on March 6, 1957.
Among The Big 6 are: ▪️Kwame Nkrumah ▪️Ako Adjei ▪️Edward Akufo-Addo ▪️Joseph Boakye Danquah ▪️Emmanuel Obetsebi Lamptey ▪️William Ofori Atta
The Big Six
Brief Profile of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
Prominent Ghanaian statesman, nationalist leader, and pan-Africanist Dr. Kwame Nkrumah (1909–1972) was instrumental in the continent’s liberation and founding of the Republic of Ghana. Nkrumah was born in September 1909 in Nkroful, Gold Coast (now Ghana). His life story illustrates his steadfast dedication to the principles of African unification, independence, and self-determination.
Early life and education: Nkrumah came from a lowly background. His parents were retail traders and goldsmiths.
His early education at a Half Assini Roman Catholic elementary school set the stage for a lifetime interest in learning and intellectual endeavours.
Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah with Fathia
Following his graduation in 1930 from Achimota College, Nkrumah began working as a teacher, first in Elmina and Axim and then at a seminary.
Political awakening: Nkrumah made the decision to continue his education in the United States due to his growing interest in politics.
He enrolled at Pennsylvania’s Lincoln University in 1935 and studied the writings of Karl Marx and Vladimir Lenin, delving into the literature of socialism.
His devotion to nationalist ideals was further strengthened by his exposure to the ideas of Marcus Garvey, a well-known Black American leader of the 1920s.
Political activism and Pan-African leadership:
Nkrumah actively participated in political activity during his stay in the United States. After organising the African Students’ Organisation of the United States and Canada, he was elected as its president.
His commitment to the larger cause of African liberation was demonstrated in 1945 when he organised the 5th Pan-African Congress in Manchester after returning to England.
Leadership in Ghana’s independence movement:
After twelve years away, Nkrumah returned to the Gold Coast in 1947 and took the lead in the campaign for independence.
In 1949, he started the Convention Peoples’ Party (CPP) after first working as the general secretary of the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC).
Widespread support resulted from the CPP’s pledge to immediate self-government striking a chord with the public.
First Prime Minister and President of Ghana:
Nkrumah served as Ghana’s first prime minister when the country gained independence from British rule in 1957 as a result of a string of political demonstrations and actions.
He led an effective campaign in 1960 to make Ghana a republic, and a new constitution gave him broad legislative and executive authority when he took office as president.
First cabinet of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah
First cabinet of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Challenges and economic policies: Nkrumah’s development of an increasingly authoritarian leadership style coincided with the implementation of large-scale, frequently expensive development projects.
Economic challenges, a rising foreign debt, and the abandonment of the Second Development Plan in 1961 led to labor unrest and a general strike.
One-party state and ouster: In 1964, Ghana officially became a one-party state with Nkrumah as its life president. However, internal strife, corruption, and economic woes continued to escalate.
During Nkrumah’s absence in Beijing in 1966, a military coup seized power in Ghana, marking the end of his political reign.
Legacy: Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy endures as a symbol of African nationalism, anti-colonialism, and pan-Africanism.
Despite the challenges and controversies of his political career, he remains an influential figure in Ghanaian and African history.
Generations of leaders dedicated to the advancement and independence of the continent are still motivated by his vision of an independent and united Africa.
At 820 hours today, Ghanaian chef Ebenezer Smith, also referred to as Chef Smith, came to an end of the longest cooking marathon ever completed by one person.
Chef Smith started his attempt to set a new Guinness World Record on February 1, 2024, with the goal of becoming the record holder for the longest cooking marathon by an individual.
Despite his earlier complaints about the lack of attendance at his cook-a-thon, last night’s event went extremely well, featuring a star-studded lineup that included Praye Tietia, Yaw Tog, Amerado, Kofi Jamar, and Asakaa Boys.
Many celebrities passed through the Amadia Shopping Centre at Spintex during this incredible challenge, including Kwaku Manu, Clemento Suarez, and Nana Ama McBrown, among many others, to help Chef Smith achieve the amazing feat.
Chef Smith aims to beat the official 119-hour record set by Alan Fisher.
Officially announcing the end of his cookathon, he wrote on Instagram, “Happy Independence Day Everyone!Thank You all for the love. This is for us this is for Ghana ????????”.
The renowned BAKHOLOKOE kingdom’s Paramount Chief Dr. Col. Kelvin Morgan sealed his vows to a lifetime marriage last Saturday in a royal wedding.
Col. Kelvin Morgan and his longtime fiancee, Queen Mother Mrs. Esther Morgan, was officially joined in marriage at the ceremony, which took place at LAPAZ. The event remained exclusive, with only a few distinguished guests in attendance, including dignitaries from throughout the continent of Africa.
Distinguished guests included Paramount Chiefs Aubrey Maleke and Jerry Mabea Mabea, who represented the Paramount Chiefs of the BAKHOLOKOE KINGDOM MONARCHY in South Africa, as well as Fidelia Graand-Galon, the extraordinary ambassador and plenipotentiary of the Republic of Suriname.
Prosecutor Kwesi Ofori, ambassadors Alexander Boateng and Flint, HRH Queen Unity Ndinyah, the Queen Mother of All African Women, BAKHOLOKOE MONARCHY, and others were among the notable visitors to the nation.
Representatives from the media fraternity, civil services, and senior law enforcement officers also attended the event.
Renowned for his commitment to promoting constructive transformation, Chief Dr. Col. Kelvin Morgan is currently spearheading an initiative to combat poor leadership. He also actively participates in programmes aimed at preparing African youth for a better future.
Individuals attempting to access Facebook discovered that their accounts were locked, and following widespread outages on Tuesday afternoon, features on Instagram ceased to function properly.
Users of Instagram, Facebook, Messenger, and Threads experienced numerous issues on Tuesday afternoon, including account lockouts and improper page loads.
Just before 3 p.m., Facebook outages were reported on Down Detector, with over 300,000 issues recorded.
The website, which compiles status reports from various sources, including users, also reported more than 25,000 Instagram outages.
Some users were unable to log in due to Facebook issues, while others were logged out and unable to access their accounts or reset their passwords.
Meanwhile, Instagram users struggled to load timelines, stories and comments.
According to their parent company, Meta, the social media platforms were back up and running by six o’clock.
The issues did not seem to affect Meta’s other company, WhatsApp.
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According to London-based Netblocks, an internet monitoring company, the four Meta platforms encountered login problems in “multiple countries” on X formerly twitter.
Earlier today, a technical issue caused people to have difficulty accessing some of our services. We resolved the issue as quickly as possible for everyone who was impacted, and we apologize for any inconvenience. https://t.co/ybyyAZNAMn
However, the organisation, which supports unrestricted access to the internet, claimed that there was no indication of “country-level internet disruptions or filtering,” which are generally enforced by governments.
Legendary Ghanaian musician Rex Owusu Marfo, better known by his stage name Rex Omar, has stated that he is prepared for a possible political appointment.
The well-known musician, who has a significant influence in the music business, has made indications that he would like to play a political role in his country’s development.
On Saturday, March 3, 2024, the crooner and ardent supporter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Kwame Dadzie, stated in an interview with Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z that he would be happy to accept the appointment provided it falls within his purview.
“I will accept a political appointment because now I think I am of age and I think if I am given any appointment that is within my capacity, I will be able to contribute positively to the development of this country,” he said.
The “Abiba” hitmaker responded, “When we get to that road, we will cross it because at the end of the day all these positions are political appointments and so long as you are smart and intelligent and you know what is going on in this country, wherever they put you, you can deliver if you really want to,” when asked if he would want to hold a position at the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.
The renowned singer expressed his views on the state of Ghanaian democracy and said that a review of the presidential term would improve national governance. He contends that no government can meaningfully affect the economy in the current four-year term.
“Because America holds elections every four years, we also jump on the bandwagon but the question is, America’s democracy is over 200 years. We just started, okay. So look at our situation,” he said.
He went on to say that a six-year term would allow the current administration to function admirably.
“I think [the four years] is too much. I would have wished for six years in one term. Because if you are given six years you use one year or one and half years to set up your government. If four years, five years you are not able to do anything it means you can’t do anything. There is no need for you to go for a second term.
”The whole situation is, look at our scenario. After the election, the first year is now that the government is being formed, the appointments and all these things. By the time the government settles to actually start to roll out its programme, you are getting to two years,” he added.
Rapper AY Poyoo, from Ghana, has shockingly revealed that, in the three years since he broke into the industry, he has only earned $100 from music.
Emmanuel Yeboah, better known by his stage name AY Poyoo, is a well-known humorist who frequently uses comic antics to interact with his audience in his music videos.
He became well-known in 2020 after his song “GOAT” was released. The song after its release has gotten huge attention, topped both local and international charts. “GOAT” has accumulated over 2,000,000 views on YouTube and doing extremely well on other music streaming platforms.
“Swimming Pool” and “Richest Rapper in Africa” are two of his other well-known songs.
Even with his success on the internet, AY Poyoo says he has not made much money. The GOAT rapper revealed in a video that has gone viral so far that a single performance has only brought in $100 for his music career.
