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Thousands thrilled at Tidal Rave 2023
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It was an atmosphere filled with pomp and unlimited entertainment at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on Saturday, November 4, as thousands were thrilled at this year’s Tidal Rave.
Activities started from mid-morning through to the evening, and the next morning, Sunday, November 5.
Ravers who spoke to spectator.com.gh applauded the organisers for a huge improvement in the area of ticketing, Security, coordination, stage, light, sound and performance amongst others.
Comparatively, this year’s event provided a lot of comfort for revellers than some previous editions.
Earlier in the day, ravers had access to games, and music among others which kept their day busy till the main performances started.
According to them the size of the stage, coupled with light, backdrop, and sound created an unforgettable euphoria for the event.
The hypemen took their turns to enthral the teaming youth gathered at the La Palm Royal Beach hotel.
The much-awaited moment came for artistes to have their time on the night, such as DSL, Maya Blu, DSL, and Lali X Lola.
Efya proved why she is a diva in music on the continent with her sultry voice, and awesome performance on the night.
Kidi, Lasmid, La Meme Gang, and Joey B, brought their A game which sent the gathering into a frenzy mood.
Samini, Stonebwoy,and Sarkodie who are rated amongst the best performers on the night rocked the gathering making the crowd chant their names and sing along with them.
R2Bees and King Promise left incredible memories with the crowd with wonderful displays on the big stage.
All of these were done with a blend of dnace, as dancers like Incredible Zigi and DWPAcademy mesmerised the crowd with their moves mesmerising the audience.
This notwithstanding, the ravers urged organisers to improve on their timing as they sighted long delays characterising the main performances.
They also urged them to further fix some of their lapses on stage regarding the time allotted to artistes and coordination on stage.
Tidal Rave Beach Festival is Ghana’s biggest beach festival is produced by EchoHouse Ghana Limited annually.
The newly crowned winners of Miss Ghana 2026 have been officially presented to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, as the pageant prepares to mark 70 years of beauty, culture, and national pride.
The courtesy call, held recently in Accra, also marked the official unveiling of the queens to the Minister and Miss Ghana @70 Legacy Project, a year-long initiative to commemorate the pageant’s 70-year history and reposition it as a platform for tourism promotion, youth empowerment, and cultural diplomacy.
The delegation was led by Ms Inna Patty, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Exclusive Events Ghana, organisers of Miss Ghana.
The team presented their roadmap for the reigning queens, including preparations for the Miss World competition and a series of activities lined up ahead of the pageant’s 70th anniversary.
Commending the organisation for sustaining the pageant for seven decades, Madam Dzifa Gomashie pledged the ministry’s full support.
She assured that the queens’ activities will be aligned with national tourism campaigns and other key initiatives to project Ghana’s heritage to the world.
The grand finale of the 69th edition, held under the theme: ‘Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy,’ saw Rumzia Sule, an International Relations student at the University of Cumbria, crowned Miss Ghana 2026.
She emerged victorious over 12 other contestants to claim the coveted national title.
Also honoured on the night were Fatimatu Zara Ishaku, a University of Ghana graduate, who placed as 1st Runner-Up, and Whitney Opoku Nketia, who was named 2nd Runner-Up.
Founded in 1957, the same year Ghana gained independence, Miss Ghana remains the nation’s oldest and most prestigious beauty pageant.
For 70 years, it has crowned women who have gone on to serve as ambassadors for Ghanaian culture, fashion, education, and social impact.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Award-winning reggae musician, Ras Kuuku, has released the official music video for his smash hit single, ‘Nea Aka.’
Directed and shot by Sky Gee, the captivating video features popular Ghanaian comedian, Oh Joo, and brings the song’s message of hope to life through powerful storytelling.
Performed in Twi, ‘Nea Aka’ translates to ‘What is left is far more.’ The song is an anthem of perseverance, faith, and optimism, urging listeners not to be defined by present struggles.
Ras Kuuku uses the track to remind fans that better days were ahead, blending soulful melodies with his signature reggae sound and conscious lyrics, the record speaks directly to anyone feeling discouraged or uncertain about the future.
“Life will always present challenges, but we must never allow today’s struggles to make us forget tomorrow’s possibilities,” Ras Kuuku said.
The visuals mirror the song’s theme, focusing on endurance, growth, and everyday people striving toward a brighter future.
Known for his authentic storytelling and socially conscious music, Ras Kuuku continues to cement his place as one of the most respected voices in African reggae, using his platform to inspire and uplift audiences in Ghana and beyond.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
