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Ghanaian-Born German Inusa Dawuda drops Waka-Waka album
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The multi-talented Ghanaian born German, Inusa Dawuda, who turned from boxing to music has released his latest album, Waka Waka, with 10 tracks which he said is a cross-over of contemporary Afrobeat, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Afrofunk, Highlife and reggavibes in general term.
Like his past songs, his friend for many years, the Ghanaian journalist, Francis Kokutse, again wrote one song, “Turn Back The Clock” on the latest album.
Inusa said, the title “ has nothing to do with Shakira’s ‘Waka Waka’ because she hadn’t even heard of it, at the time it was released,” he said, adding that, “Waka Waka Day & Night” was the first song I recorded live in the studio with my band. It was created in collaboration with my former bassist, brother, and friend from Warri, Nigeria, Lisbon Bolowei Simon, who is unfortunately no longer with us.”
This is Inusa’s eleventh album and about 100 single releases
According to him, the word “WAKA WAKA” came to being and used on his first album “Just Natural” in the mid-90s.
The song is called “Waka Waka Day & Night” with my international staffed band called, INUSA’s Groove Factory.
Inusa said Lisbon used to tell him about his days with Fela Kuti‘s Band, and he was “important in my career and I thank him for the Afrofunky style!!From the word ‘work,’ we decided to change it to ‘Waka Waka’ in Pidgin English.We work day and night and are still suffering. We sang how many Africans in the diaspora felt.”
Inusa started off as a semi-professional in the mid 90’s is celebrating his 30th anniversary in music and still going strong with thirst for more till the bones are rotten.
Reacting to which song is favourite for all the years he has spent in the music industry, he said, “it’s difficult to pick out a song as a favorite because they are like my children. Each song has its purpose. Some are easy to listen to, and some work really well in live performances because they get people dancing, for example, “Going Back To My Roots,” “Waka Waka Day & Night,” “All I Need Is To be Loved,” and “Don’t Look any Further,” played a bit faster than recorded.
Among the captivating songs on the album are the pre-released singles “One Love,” “All I Want Is to be Loved,” and the instrumental piece “Bimbia,” which have already gained popularity and earned spots in various playlists. The album’s title, “WAKA WAKA,” is inspired by Inusa’s early composition “Waka Waka Day & Night,” an Afro funk song recorded with his Groove Factory back in the mid-90s.
The album starts with the fresh 2023 afrobeats-highlife version of Lamont Dozier’s “Going Back to My Roots.”
The album also features reimagined covers of “Don’t Look any Further” by Denis Eduard and “Wild World” of Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, with a fresh twist.
For those who appreciate heartfelt and romantic lyrics, “Believe and Feel” offers a beautiful blend of Afro, RnB, UK Garage, and soul. On the other hand, “Turn Back the Clock” presents a captivating soulful song with deep lyrics that will make you introspective about your relationships.
Inusa originally from Ghana, was born in Accra, Ghana, and as a teenager moved with his parents to Hamburg, Germany.
He learned to play the saxophone during his youth, and he was also actively involved in sports. During the early 1990s he was a multiple boxing champion in Hamburg in the light heavyweight division.
For 2009–10, Inusa was acknowledged as “Russia’s Most Successful Foreign Artist”, where to-date, his single Rumours (Digi Digi) has received an excess of over a million radio plays, beating a stream of fellow foreign artists in a category that included Lady Gaga and David Guetta.
The first successes in the field of music came to Inusa in the mid 1990s, when he travelled and played with several bands, playing cover versions of favourite hits from James Brown to Bob Marley. His primary musical influences include Manu Dibango, Fela Kuti, and Grover Washington, Jr.[
Link to the album: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kzewx1rsOIgaPSk9O1iE9F_EWWz3-HfQo&si=m6AGymmhFcnVVFjg
Miss Ghana 2026, Rumzia Sule, has vowed to represent Ghana with excellence as she competes at the 73rd Miss World pageant currently underway in Vietnam.
An International Relations student at Cumbria University who was crowned Miss Ghana 2026 earlier this year, is Ghana’s sole representative at the global competition.
Speaking to The Spectator in an interview before her departure, Rumzia expressed confidence and gratitude for the preparation she has received from the Miss Ghana organization.
“The Miss Ghana team has prepared me very well for the task ahead,” she said.
She added that “I will do everything in my power to hoist the flag of Ghana high on this international stage.”
Rumzia departed Ghana on Tuesday, August 11, ahead of the official opening of the competition on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
According to Rumzia, her main focus during the pageant will be to promote Ghana’s culture, values, and beauty to the world.
“My priority is to promote Ghana on the big stage,” she stated. I want the world to see the richness of our heritage and the strength of the Ghanaian women,” she said.
The Miss Ghana queen is also appealing to Ghanaians both home and abroad to rally behind her throughout the competition.
She noted that public support, especially during the voting stages, will be crucial in helping her make a significant mark at Miss World.
“I will need the support of all Ghanaians as we go into the voting process. Let’s do this together for Ghana,” Rumzia rallied support.
Ahead of her departure on Tuesday, the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, in partnership with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), presented Ghana’s official charity auction gift to her.
The presentation took place during a brief ceremony at the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President and formed part of Ghana’s official send-off for the reigning queen ahead of her departure.
The symbolic gift, inspired by Ghana’s iconic Independence Arch, has been designated for the Miss World Charity Auction; one of the festival’s longest-standing traditions.
The 73rd Miss World festival is bringing together contestants from across the globe to compete not only in beauty, but also in talent, sports, and the pageant’s “Beauty With A Purpose” humanitarian project.
With the eyes of the world on Vietnam, Rumzia Sule carries the hopes of a nation as she aims to make Ghana proud.
Miss World opening ceremony was held on August 12, at the Ha Long Marina Beach Square in Quang Ninh, with the grand finale scheduled for September 5, 2026.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Multiple award-winning gospel minister and man of God, Eric Jeshrun, is set to return with his highly anticipated annual worship experience, ‘August Worship,’ after a four-year break.
The event, known for drawing thousands of worshippers into an atmosphere of praise and prayer, was put on hold due to the minister’s extensive ministry work abroad.
The organisers say the comeback will be a more powerful and spirit-filled encounter.
This year’s edition is slated for Sunday, August 30, at the Cedar Mountain Chapel, Assemblies of God.
Speaking to The Spectator, Eric Jeshrun revealed a stellar line-up of ministers who will be joining him on stage. They include worship collective Team Eternity Ghana, Pastor Isaiah Fosu-Kwakye, Petra Yetunde Odubayo, and Pastor Noble G.Patrons should also expect ministrations from gospel powerhouses Joe Mettle and Kofi Owusu Peprah, with other amazing surprises promised for the night.
“We’re coming with an expectation. God has been speaking to us about this season, and ‘August Worship’ is about going deeper in His presence,” Eric Jeshrun said.
In a significant addition to this year’s programme, a dedicated session will be devoted to praying for Ghana.
The minister noted that the country’s ongoing galamsey menace will be a key prayer focus, as believers intercede for the land, its resources, and future generations.
“I’m urging all believers to come with their friends and family. This is not just a concert. It’s a time to seek God’s face for our nation,” he said.
Ahead of ‘August Worship,’ the Much Fruit Conference will run from August 23 at Faith Gatherings Worldwide Church. The week-long spiritual conference is designed to prepare hearts for the main worship night.
The conference will host an international line-up of guest ministers including, Pastor Dolapo Lawal (USA), Michael Oldfield, (USA), Godswill Oyor (Nigeria) and Stephen Obeng Amoako (Ghana).
According to Eric Jeshrun, the conference will feature teachings, prayer, and impartation sessions aimed at equipping believers for impact.
Charging the public ahead of both events, the award-winning minister urged attendees to come with an open and clean heart.
With worship, prayer, and the word lined up over a week, ‘August Worship’ and ‘Much Fruit Conference’ are expected to be one of the biggest gospel gatherings on the Christian calendar this August.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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