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Alice McKenzie launches Foundation to support vulnerable
Alice McKenzie
Ghanaian UK-based gospel musician, Alice McKenzie has launched a foundation to put smiles on the faces of Ghanaians in the area of healthcare delivery.
Speaking to The Spectator at the event held at Sowutuom last Saturday, she said the official launch of the foundation was in fulfilment of a long hatched dream, adding that, the realisation gladdens her heart.
According to her the late diagnosis and medical negligence led to the death of her mother, a situation which inspired her to set up the foundation.
Also the gospel musician added that a friend contacted her on some of the challenges in the Ghanaian health sector, and against this backdrop, she decided with the team to launch the foundation.
Alice McKenzie noted that she has been to several hospitals in Ghana where she realised there are a lot of challenges, considering her 10 years of experience as a nurse in the UK.
She was optimistic that this foundation would go a long way to create awareness about early diagnosis which is crucial in saving lives and also help in training of some health professionals.
Additionally, she revealed that the foundation would assist people finally in the area of healthcare among others.
Alice McKenzie called on all and sundry to come on board to make a huge impact in the lives of the downtrodden.
She is currently out with a new single titled ‘Beautiful’, a thanksgiving song that expresses her gratitude for what God has done in her life.
Ghanaian gospel dynamo, Piesie Esther, has expressed her readiness to take home the Gospel Artiste of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song of the Year and Traditional Gospel Song of the Year awards at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The musician with many years of success under her belt in the gospel music industry has been nominated for three categories at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Piesie Esther was nominated for Gospel Artiste of the Year, Traditional Gospel Song of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year with her smash hit, Nyame Ye.
The award-winning musician believes that she had a wonderful year in 2025, which deserves recognition.
According to her, with over 36 shows, millions of streams enjoyed by her Nyame Ye song, coupled with numerous brand engagements, she was in a pole position to outwit other competitors.
“Family, I need your love and support now more than ever! I’ve been nominated at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and we’re going all out for the win! ,” she noted.
She called on all and sundry that “Every single vote counts, and I truly appreciate your continuous support. Let’s do this together.”
This year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards is slated for May 9, 2026 at the Palms Convention Centre in Accra.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Patrons at +233 Bar and Lounge had an unforgettable experience at the OK@50 All White Birthday Party last Saturday, April 18.
The Ghanaian music icon, Okyeame Kwame, turned 50 years last Friday, April 17, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the ‘Rap Dacta’ organised an All-White Party on Saturday to mark his 50th birthday to raise funds for the construction of a Paediatric Emergency Ward at the Manhyia Hospital.
This is a legacy project the musician is embarking on to mark his 50th birthday.
As part of the concert, patrons were treated to scintillating live performances by Afriyie Wutah, Akwaboah, Sista Afia, Kuami Eugene, KiDi, Kwabena Kwabena, Ras Kuuku, Abiana, Adina, Abochi, Kweku Darlington, and Kunta Kinte of Bradez fame.
One of the country’s finest DJs, Andy Dosty, also had his turn to mesmerise the patrons with hits from the past to present, a moment which saw many patrons on their feet for most of the time.
Okyeame Kwame rocked the gathering with numerous hits from his repertoire, including his new song dubbed ‘Clap.’
He also expressed appreciation to those who has genuinely supported his career to impact the lives of others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
