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Clarion Clarkewoode out with ‘Fear Can’t Hold Me Down’

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Clarion Clarkewoode out with 'Fear Can't Hold Me Down' By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme UK-based Ghanaian musician and songwriter, Clarion Clarkewoode is out with 'Fear Can't Hold Me Down' to motivate people going through difficult times in their lives. According to him, the words in the song are positive, uplifting and inspirational. Speaking to The Spectator he said the composition was inspired by a true story of a young man's battle to overcome and overthrow fear. "Championing the power of the human spirit, and mind over matter, 'Fear Can't Hold Me Down' delivers a triumphant method of courage and bravery through inspirational lyrics and rousing instrumentation," he said. He added that another inspiration was a dream he had where "I watched his life like a movie and realised all the times I had been kept down by fear. " With this song, 'Fear Can't Hold Me Down' he is banishing fear from his mindset, and believes this song would lift one into a positive atmosphere of overcoming every challenge. The song produced by Martin Mawutor, comes with a video shot directed by Lawrence K. Tetteh Clarion Clarkewoode is best known for leading UK Urban Contemporary Gospel Choirs such as The Spirit of Excellence, Higher Heights, Kingdom Life Choir, Revelation Worship Team and The City of Worship among many others. He has numerous nominations for music awards, including Black Essence - Indiana USA and Jump Music - UK. Popularly known as Minister Clarion, Clarion Clarkewoode has used music to overcome a speech impediment that he had since childhood.

UK-based Ghanaian musician and songwriter, Clarion Clarkewoode is out with ‘Fear Can’t Hold Me Down’ to motivate people going through difficult times in their lives.

According to him, the words in the song are positive, uplifting and inspirational.

 Speaking to The Spectator he said the composition was inspired by a true story of a young man’s battle to overcome and overthrow fear. 

“Championing the power of the human spirit, and mind over matter, ‘Fear Can’t Hold Me Down’ delivers a triumphant method of courage and bravery through inspirational lyrics and rousing instrumentation,” he said.

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He added that another inspiration was a dream he had  where “I watched his life like a movie and realised all the times I had been kept down by fear. “

With this song, ‘Fear Can’t Hold Me Down’

he is  banishing fear from his mindset, and believes this song would lift one into a positive atmosphere of overcoming every challenge. 

The song produced by Martin Mawutor, comes with a video shot directed by Lawrence K. Tetteh

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Clarion Clarkewoode is best known for leading UK Urban Contemporary Gospel Choirs such as The Spirit of Excellence, Higher Heights, Kingdom Life Choir, Revelation Worship Team and The City of Worship among many others. 

He has numerous nominations for music awards, including Black Essence – Indiana USA and Jump Music – UK. Popularly known as Minister Clarion, Clarion Clarkewoode has used music to overcome a speech impediment that he had since childhood.

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Miss Tourism Ghana contestants battle out on Debate and Culture Night 

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Miss Tourism queens displaying thier culture

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.

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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.

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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.

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By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme 

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Grace Nortey dies at age 89

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The late Grace Nortey

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.

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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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