Entertainment
Adinkra carnival launched
Mas Africa in collaboration with Labadi Beach Hotel has launched the Adinkra Carnival in Accraamidst display of colour, creativity, and culture.
There was also a guest performance from Safo NP, a UK-based artist who had composed a song for The Year of Return.
Mas Africa has been involved in carnival for over the past 15 years and manages the African content in the UK Notting Hill Carnival; this attracts over two million people annually and is the second biggest carnival in the world.
They have over the years thought of bringing carnival to Ghana and in 2019 held a mini carnival parade in Kumasi for the Year of Return.
This year, they are geared up to present, the biggest carnival from December 15 to 17, 2022.
Mr. Ansel Keith Wong, the Special Guest of the ocassion and a former Chair of the Notting Hill Carnival Board and Founder of Elimu Mas Band, highlighted the origin of Carnival, the components that made up carnival, from the Masquerade, Music, Arts and innovations.
“We are looking to have artists from across the globe as well as DJs for all genres ranging from Afrobeats through Soca, highlife and dancehall right down to Amapiano,” he said.
There was a catwalk session which showcased both children and adults in spectacular costumes.
The adults had both the usual feathered costumes and some fabric costumes designed by Barbara Nyarko, Maria Joseph and Melissa Simon-Hartman of Trinidadian and Ghanaian heritage.
Textile giant, GTP sponsored Mas Africa with some fabrics to facilitate the creation of the costumes, with performances from the Winneba Noble’s Number one Masqueraders and Takoradi’s Evergreen Brass Band.
By Alfred Nii Arday Ankrah
Kwame Nsiah Apau, widely known as Okyeame Kwame, and the Rap Dacta, celebrated his 50th birthday with the release of a rhythmic reggae tune titled “Clap.”
The song shines a spotlight on applauding those making remarkable contributions to society and encourages people to celebrate the successes of their friends and family.
Just a week after its release, “Clap” has garnered widespread positive reactions from influencers across Ghana, Jamaica, America, South Africa, and other parts of the world.
In one of the reaction videos shared by Okyeame Kwame, renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Richard Nii Armah Quaye, aka RNAQ, expressed his admiration, saying, “Love this song and the lyrics. I want to support its promotion with GHC 100,000. Well done.”
Okyeame Kwame, who had previously promised to build a Paediatric Emergency Ward at Manhyia Hospital in Kumasi before his birthday, would certainly benefit from this generous support for such a meaningful project.
His 50th birthday celebration was a successful all-white event held at +233 Pub and Grill, featuring amazing performances that added to the memorable occasion.
Watch Okyeame Kwame clap visualiser here:
https://youtu.be/qMO-Ufr6Vwc?is=ByivCkKtmUVcHxV_
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
