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A gospel icon Akua Serwaa Bonsu returns live in concert
All roads lead to the Emmanuel Assemblies of God Church at Stadium Dadiesoaba Y.F in Kumasi as legendary Ghanaian gospel singer Akua Serwaa Bonsu makes a powerful comeback Live In Concert.
Having been inactive in Ghana’s gospel music fraternity for over 30 years, Akua Serwaa is set to make her first major appearance with the ‘Adanse Pa Wave 25’ Live in Concert in Ghana, following the successful Germany edition in 2024.
In an Interview with The Spectator Agoro, she said the free concert celebrates her fifth studio album, ‘Adanse Pa’, which was released on December 8, 2023, marking her return after a long break in her music career.
According to her, ‘Adanse Pa Wave’ will feature guest artistes including Rev. Dr Mary Ghansah, Kwaku Gyasi, Adwoa Amankwaa, McDaniels O. Bonsu, Adom Kiki, and Sandy Asare.
Legendary gospel singer, Rev. Yab will join as a collaborating artiste, with Akua Serwaa Bonsu as the main artiste.
Her upcoming live concert in Kumasi promises a spirit-filled experience of praise, worship, and soul-lifting gospel music.
Akua Serwaa Bonsu has contributed significantly to Ghana’s gospel music scene since 1997, with her hit album ‘Nsamarane,’ followed by ‘Noah Nna No’ (2000) and ‘Ebeyeyie’ (2002).
These albums were produced by the late German sound engineer Bodo Staiger. Her music journey has included collaborations with Ghanaian music legends such as Daddy Lumba, K.K. Kabobo, Oheneba Kissi and many others.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Sparqlyn reminisces as he congratulates Shatta Wale for winning two awards at 43rd IRAWMA
Ghanaian musician and former member of musicial gorup, Dunsin, Ahmmed Kanneh Larweh, popularly known as Sparqlyn, has congratulated Ghanaian music heavyweight, Shatta Wale following his impressive double victory at the International Reggae and World Music Awards.
Shatta Wale recently made headlines after winning two major awards at the prestigious event held in Florida, USA, securing Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
Reacting to the achievement, Sparqlyn could not hide his excitement after sighting news of the awards on Monday, May 18, 2025.
According to him, the one thing that caught his attention was the plaque presented to Shatta Wale. He noted that the design looked strikingly similar to the one Dunsin received when they won at the MUSA Awards over a decade ago.
The resemblance, especially the upper part of the plaque, instantly brought back memories of his former group’s historic moment on the African stage 13 years ago when the group represented Ghana proudly in South Africa.
It will be recalled that back in 2013, Dunsin achieved international recognition after winning Most Exciting Group in Africa and Most African Video at the MUSA Awards held in Pretoria, South Africa. The awards came on the back of their global hit project “Ɔyɛadeɛyie,” a song that helped elevate the group’s profile beyond Ghana.
At the time, Sparqlyn, then known by many as Kele within the group, was the one who represented Dunsin at the event to pick up the award.
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
