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Aklerh ready to take over the world with Dancehall Queen EP
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Fast-rising Ghanaian McKenzie Aklerh Zebulun Ocansey has expressed her readiness to take the Dancehall space by storm.
Aklerh said she has what it takes to move the Ghanaian dancehall space to global prominence.
She made this revelation during her Dancehall Queen EP listening held last Friday at The Backyard in East Legon.
The six-track EP is made up of songs like, Dancehall Queen, “Odo,” “Bra (Gbodom),” “Kingman Ting,” and “Body Good” ft Yaw Grey.
Produced by Cashtwo and Jeph Green, the songs are a blend of her personal experiences and that of others.
Touching on her Dancehall Queen, she said her return from Nigeria was the turning point in her career, even though music had always been her childhood dream.
According to her, she encountered problems in her relationship, so upon reflection one day, her father, Ahuma Ocansey, known in the creative arts space as Daddy Bosco advised her to put what she was going through into music which she obliged.
She then followed him to Raskuuku’s EP listening and after performing, she got a wake-up call, an inspiration which birthed her Dancehall Queen EP.
She said without her label’s support, this dream would not have come to pass.
Against this backdrop, she expressed her appreciation to her label, Revolution Records and her father for their support as well as her colleagues.
Listen to the EP below
https://album.link/DancehallQueen
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
It was a night of intellect, eloquence and culture as contestants of the 2026 Miss Tourism Ghana took centre stage at the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel for the Debate and Culture Night last Saturday.
The event, which forms part of activities leading up to the grand finale, saw the ladies move beyond beauty to battle with ideas, facts and opinions on a topic critical to the tourism industry.
The contestants debated the topic: The Importance of Traditional and Digital Media on Promotion of Tourism.
For the debate, the contestants were grouped into two teams of four, each tasked with defending a side of the argument.
It was a fierce but respectful exchange. The team arguing for traditional media described it as the trust builder, emphasising its credibility, mass reach, and its power to tell in-depth, emotional stories through television documentaries, radio and newspaper features.
They argued that traditional media still shapes public opinion and influences policy decisions in the tourism sector.
On the other side, the proponents of digital media raised salient points about its unmatched advantages in the modern era.
They highlighted its global reach at low cost, its two-way interaction that allows tourists to share real experiences and reviews, its ability to target specific audiences, and its measurable results where clicks, views and bookings can be tracked.
After heated arguments and rebuttals, both teams arrived at a powerful consensus that drew applause from the audience.
They concluded that without traditional media, tourism promotion lacks credibility and depth, and without digital media, it lacks reach, engagement and sales.
The judges and patrons agreed that the debate underscored a crucial lesson for Ghana’s tourism drive: for a country blessed with rich cultural heritage, colourful festivals, historic forts and castles, diverse wildlife and pristine beaches, the winning formula lies in combining the storytelling power of traditional media with the viral power of digital media to attract both domestic and international tourists.
The night was not only about debate, as the contestants also dazzled in cultural wear, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Ghanaian culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian Actress Grace Nortey has reportedly passed away on Wednesday August 26, 2026.
According to reports she passed away at University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) at age 89.
Born in 1937, she embarked on her acting journey in 1970, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of theatre and drama in Ghana.
Over four decades, Grace Nortey has been a consistent source of joy for Ghanaian TV audiences through her acting prowess.
A distinctive feature of Grace Nortey’s performances was her adept incorporation of the Ga language into her roles, adding an authentic touch to her portrayals.
Her acting journey kicked off with the 1985 release, “Nana Akoto,” and she went on to contribute to notable films such as “Sinking Sands,” “The Other Side of the Rich,” “Ties that Bind,” and “Beasts of No Nation,” where she shared the screen with Idris Elba, Fred Amugi, and Ama K. Abebrese.
She earned the Best Cameo Actress at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.
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