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CEO of GMA-USA appeals to American Embassy for close collaboration
The Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Ghana Music Awards USA (GMA-USA), Dennis Boafo has appealed to the US Embassy in Ghana for close collaboration in bridging the cultural gap between the two countries.
According to him, his firm which is a registered entity in America has been organising events among others to entertain the Ghanaian community in there.
This, he added that it is to help bridge the cultural gap between Ghanaians and the people of the United States.
For this reason, they yearly send people in different capacities; artistes, music executives, journalists instrumentalists amongst others in the creative arts value chain to America to play vital roles in the organisation of Ghana Music Awards USA.
Speaking to Doreen Avio on Hitz FM, Mr.Boafo said these practitioners do return to Ghana to continue their work after the event, however, most at times securing their travelling documents become a difficult task.
“We are committed to making sure that those who travel on our ticket for Ghana Music Awards-USA event return to Ghana,” he said.
Against this backdrop, Mr.Boafo, affectionately called Don Dennis, appealed to the United States of America embassy in Ghana to help facilitate the process in making the event successful.
He said Ghanaians are open to different cultures and for this reason, they must continue to reciprocate this gesture, and urged the embassy to repose trust in them to respect the laws of the people of the USA.
“The Embassy needs to make sure our culture is protected in America, as we continue to embrace Hip Pop and other cultures from America,” he said.
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
