Entertainment
Ghana Events Awards introduces new categories
Organisers of the Ghana Events Awards, GEA, have introduced new categories in line with this year’s programme.
In all, there were 25 categories unveiled last Friday at the Silver Star Tower in Accra to unveil nominees for this edition.
The new categories are, Best Virtual Event of the Year, Most Prestigious Event, Event Hypeman of the Year, Event Security of the Year, Most Influential Event of the Year, Experiential Company of the Year, and Best Event Venue (Bars/Lounge, Hotels and Dome, Conferences & Gardens).
Other categories include, Most Influential Events of the Year, which would see events like, Women in worship, Glitz Africa fashion week, Ghana DJ Awards, Vodafone Ghana Music Awards and Ghana Outstanding Women Awards compete.
Additionally, COVID-19 Heroes Concert, COVID-19 Virtual Concert, GhanaFest 32nd Virtual Concert and Mask4All Charity Against COVID-19 would compete in the CSR Events of the Year category.
Also it would be a keen race in the Ghana’s Favourite Events Awards category with Vodafone Ghana Music Awards, Shatta Wale Faith Concert, Asaase Sound clash, 3 Music Awards, Radio & TV Personality Awards, Ghana DJ Awards and Sarkodie Black Love Concert.
There would be other exciting categories up for grabs for competing event schemes.
Speaking to The Spectator, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO )of GEA, Kevin Kenneth said, eventhough the event sector was hit harder in the heat of COVID-19 restrictions, with the support of his board, and other partners, they were able to put things together for this year’s event.
He added that his team was overwhelmed with the enthusiasm and the support received on the launch of the event, adding that it is a testament of an amazing event on October 16 at Movenpick Hotel.
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
