Entertainment
Bison Imperial is here to support Ghana’s entertainment industry
• Leadership of Bison in a photograph with some musicians who were present at the launch
Fast growing Ghanaian shipping and freight forwarding company, Bison Imperial Global Shipping and Logistics have announced their resolve to positively impact the entertainment industry.
The firm made this known during a press conference to unveil their investment in the creative space from 2023.
The Company disclosed that in the first quarter of the year, they intended to partner EM Production and Adanfopa Media in France for an Europe Tour (Finest Tour).
“Not limited to Europe, there would be an African tour with some Ghanaian artistes and other people in the creative space in the last quarter of the year” manager said.
Additionally, they indicated that Bison would be launching a non-governmental organisation, Foundation and Social Corporate Responsibility Projects in the second quarter of 2023.
According to them, the third quarter will see a seminar organised by Bison at a University in Ghana and other tertiary institutions and a support for underprivileged schools.
Touching on the decision to venture into the entertainment industry, Henry Raphael Kemausuor, the General Manager of Bison Imperial Global Shipping and Logistics highlighted the role of the arts in socio-economic development.
“We have identified that the entertainment industry can change the ideology of a country. There are so much job creation opportunities in the entertainment sector and the government cannot do it alone . That is the reason why private sector participation is essential in the promotion and investment in the entertainment industry to explore its hidden opportunities,” he noted.
As sponsors of the ‘Finest Tour’ by DJ ABK GH, Isaac Owusu Nyantakyi Brempong, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bison Imperial Global Shipping and Logistics said DJs are the first point of entertainment from all angels and also entertainment gives them a huge platform for visibility, global penetration and a very positive brand equity of every nation.
Also present at the press conference were Mensah Emmanuel, the CEO of EM Production, Yaw Oppong Agyemang, the Head of Operations at Bison Imperial Global Shipping and Logistics, and Mr. Akwasi Boateng, the Public Relations Agent for Bison Imperial Global Shipping and Logistics.
Musicians Abochi and OV, together with DJ ABK GH and MC Nana King were also present at the launch.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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
