Entertainment
Emelia Brobbey’s 21-year journey in teaching, movies and now music
After decades in the showbiz industry, popular Ghanaian actress Emelia Brobbey has been recounting how she began her acting career.
“I call it a risk because at that time acting was not paying like today. I think I followed my passion and with every step I take, I pray about it. So I prayed, I told God I love acting and can’t be leaving my pupils in the classroom, being absent here and there,” she said on E-Vibes.
“I can come back for my teaching certificate anytime, so I wrote to the GES accountant general to hold my pay. I said to myself let me go and try this acting. I want to do this. So I took that bold decision and that risk then I started acting in 2001.”
The actress acknowledged the importance of perseverance in her journey to the top.
Touching on her early life, Emelia highlights her mother’s role in her development and how she left the village for the city for greener pastures.
She said “growing up wasn’t easy. There was no electricity in my house at that time.”
“Sometimes I would go and sell kerosene because I want to get the profit and then what my mother would give me would not add up to what I had to spend at school. The sad part about my story and growing up is that where we were living it was a mud house and the roofing sheets had holes in them. So when it is raining, I have to rush to the kitchen get some saucepans, and put it where the water would be dripping. So growing up wasn’t easy.”
Emelia Brobbey was born on January 6, 1982, and grew up in Akyem Swedru in the Eastern Region of Ghana.
She completed Akyem Swedru Secondary School and continued to Presbyterian Teacher’s Training College.
After completing Teacher’s Certificate ‘A’. Emelia was posted to teach at Obuasi where she taught Agric Science.
She was then introduced to acting. She also holds a diploma in Journalism, a bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, and an ICM Certificate in Broadcast Journalism. She has starred in over 40 movies including Asantewaa, Asem Asa, Adofoasa, Seed of Rejection, Kae, and many more.
Source: www.myjoyonline.com
Kwame Nsiah Apau, widely known as Okyeame Kwame, and the Rap Dacta, celebrated his 50th birthday with the release of a rhythmic reggae tune titled “Clap.”
The song shines a spotlight on applauding those making remarkable contributions to society and encourages people to celebrate the successes of their friends and family.
Just a week after its release, “Clap” has garnered widespread positive reactions from influencers across Ghana, Jamaica, America, South Africa, and other parts of the world.
In one of the reaction videos shared by Okyeame Kwame, renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Richard Nii Armah Quaye, aka RNAQ, expressed his admiration, saying, “Love this song and the lyrics. I want to support its promotion with GHC 100,000. Well done.”
Okyeame Kwame, who had previously promised to build a Paediatric Emergency Ward at Manhyia Hospital in Kumasi before his birthday, would certainly benefit from this generous support for such a meaningful project.
His 50th birthday celebration was a successful all-white event held at +233 Pub and Grill, featuring amazing performances that added to the memorable occasion.
Watch Okyeame Kwame clap visualiser here:
https://youtu.be/qMO-Ufr6Vwc?is=ByivCkKtmUVcHxV_
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
