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Amakye Dede teams up with Gramps Morgan for Afro Cruise Jam
Ghanaian highlife legend, Amakye Dede will soon team up with Grammy award winning reggae musician, Gramps Morgan to thrill patrons of Afro Cruise Jam.
The event organised by Cruise People Limited offers personalised cruise holiday packages for patrons.
The cruise which is slated from September 7 to 12, will see the revellers enjoy live entertainment at six destinations in Greece and Turkey; Athens, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini, Mykonos and Kusadasi.
Speaking at the launch held recently at the Platinum place in Accra, Amakye Dede urged Ghanaians to join the tour to have a cruise experience filled with culture , gastronomy, discovery and music.
He added that this would be a friendly ‘clash’ between Ghana and Jamaica, and for that matter, Ghanaians should represent in their numbers on cruise ship.
Gramps Morgan in a video message promised patrons of an electrifying performance on the cruise ship.
On his part the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of Cruise People Limited, Mr Daniel Vanderpuye, said, they will continue to provide cruise holiday packages for people in the West Africa Sub region for amazing vacation time.
According to him, there are plans to position a cruise ship in Ghana which will provide cruises between Tema, Takoradi and Abidjan the long halls, it will be between Tema, São Tomé and Príncip.
He expressed for the need for Ghanaians to embrace such lifestyles because they had a huge economic benefit for the country which must be tapped.
He urged those interested in joining the Afro Cruise Jam to reach out to them (The Cruise People) for the necessary arrangements and assistance, adding that other benefits onboard the cruise ship will include cabin accommodation, full meal of breakfast, lunch and dinner.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme & Elizabeth Ackon
Ghanaian musician Sparqlyn is set to release another big hit.
His latest release, ‘Rosina,’ features Germany-based Ghanaian musician, video director, and sound engineer TEENO (known privately as Eric Kwame Tamakloe).
TEENO’s project ‘Signs’ was recently accepted by the Grammys for official consideration in the ‘Album of the Year’ category. Now, ‘Rosina’ is making serious waves across the airwaves.
Coming shortly after the impressive reception to his previous single ‘Fameko,’ ‘Rosina’ is already receiving strong attention from music lovers and radio listeners.
This new song carries an infectious Afrobeats and Hiplife feel while maintaining the romantic direction that characterised ‘Fameko,’ Sparqlyn’s 2026 Highlife collaboration with Ziya.
‘Fameko’ marked an important moment in Sparqlyn’s musical journey, with the love-themed highlife record receiving positive reactions from music lovers and media platforms following its June 2026 release.
The song became one of the highlights of his 2026 output, ranking high on multiple charts.
‘Fameko’ has also bagged Sparqlyn two top nominations: “Highlife Song of the Year” and “Artist of the Year” at the 2026 Stars Awards.
The combination of a romantic storyline, Afrobeats rhythm, and Hiplife influence give the song a sound that fits comfortably into the current Ghanaian music landscape.
The timing of the song’s release could also prove significant for the award-winning artiste. Sparqlyn recently secured two nominations at the 2026 Ghana Youth Empowerment Awards, where he is in contention for Youth Empowerment Advocate of the Year and Outstanding Youth Personality of the Year.
With ‘Fameko’ having established strong momentum earlier in the year and ‘Rosina’ now beginning to enjoy significant airplay, Sparqlyn appears to be ending another eventful chapter of his musical career on a high note.
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeats singer Kuami Eugene Marfo known in showbiz circles as Kuami Eugene has urged fellow musicians and entertainers to use their influence on social media and other platforms to champion causes that positively impact society.
The award-winning artiste made the call during a UNICEF Ghana birth registration advocacy campaign in Bepoase in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region, where he joined officials from UNICEF Ghana and the Births and Deaths Registry to raise awareness about the importance of registering children at birth.
He explained that artistes wield significant influence and should leverage platforms such as TikTok, Facebook and Instagram to amplify important social initiatives and encourage behavioural change.
The musician, who has partnered UNICEF Ghana on several child-focused campaigns, said he had a special interest in issues affecting children and was committed to supporting efforts that improved their welfare and future opportunities.
He noted that birth registration was critical because it established a child’s legal identity and ensured recognition as a Ghanaian citizen.
The advocacy drive forms part of UNICEF Ghana’s efforts to improve birth registration rates across the country through community engagements, public education and collaboration with traditional authorities.
The musician said he remained focused on creating quality music while continuing to support social causes that contribute to national development, particularly initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children. –GNA
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