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All set for Taptap Send GMA-USA 2023 nominees announcement
The CEO of the Prestigious brand, Ghana Music Awards-USA has stated that the team is all set for this year’s nominees announcement slated for April 15, 2023, at Waterford 6715 Commerce St, Springfield, VA 22150.
A lot has gone into the preparation for this year’s event and we can confidently state that this year’s event will surpass the previous years.
When asked what the awards scheme will do differently, Dennis Boafo also known as Don D stated that, the entire production of the event will see a massive facelift as the patronage has gone up.
“We are not ignorant of the fact that a lot is expected from us even though we keep raising the bar and setting a new pace in the Ghanaian entertainment industry in America. We have come far and we know all eyes are on us and we promise to deliver,” he added.
He expressed appreciation to Taptap Send which he said is the most reliable money transfer platform servicing America, Asia, Europe and Africa and is the official headline sponsor for Ghana Music Awards-USA.
He also encouraged new users encouraged to use Promo Code GMAUSA for a $10 reward.
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
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
