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Kidi, Kuami Eugene, Sister Afia, Adina, Amerado and five others to support Okyeame Kwame at OK@50 Celebration
Ghanaian rap icon Okyeame Kwame is marking his milestone 50th birthday on April 17 with a grand celebration, culminating in a special live show on April 18 at the +233 Lounge.
Dubbed OK@50, the event is already generating excitement, with a lineup of top-tier artistes confirming their support for the legendary performer.
Leading the list are some of Ghanaโs finest A-list acts, including Sista Afia, Adina Thembi, Amerado, KiDi, Kwame Eugene, Abiana, Abochi, Afriyie Wutah, Akwaboah, and Flowking Stone, all set to grace the occasion in honor of the โRap Doctor.โ
Beyond the star-studded lineup, the celebration is also a moment of reflection, as several of the artistes have shared personal stories highlighting Okyeame Kwameโs impact on their journeys.
Kuami Eugene, for instance, spoke about the rapperโs remarkable discipline and attention to detail, revealing that Okyeame Kwame keeps a written record of every song he has ever recorded. According to him, the celebrated artiste once left behind a book filled with his raps during a visit, an indication of his dedication to his craft.
Adina also described Okyeame Kwame as family, noting that he has played a guiding role in her career since her early days in the music industry.
For Amerado, the bond is deeply personal. He recalled that upon arriving in Accra to pursue music, Okyeame Kwame was one of the first people he visited. The rap icon went on to support him with a feature on his song โKyereme,โ a gesture Amerado says helped shape his path.
Sista Afia, on her part, praised Okyeame Kwame as a believer in people, someone who consistently lifts others up and has been instrumental in her own growth.
The OK@50 celebration is not just about music and nostalgia. It is a night of โ50 Songs for 50 Years of Love,โ and also carries a strong philanthropic focus.
Proceeds from the show will go toward building a pediatric emergency center at the Manhyia Hospital, reinforcing Okyeame Kwameโs long-standing commitment to social impact.
As anticipation builds, the event promises to be a night of music, memories and meaningful giving, celebrating not just a career, but a legacy that continues to inspire generations.
Story by Charles Akrofi
Gospel artiste, Obaapa Christy has officially launched her annual concert, ‘Royal Praise 2026’, set to be held in Accra and Kumasi this August.
The maiden Accra edition comes off Sunday, August 9, at the UPSA Auditorium. She will be joined on stage by gospel heavyweights Empress Gifty, Celestine Donkor, Joyce Blessing, Kweku Gyasi, Uncle Ato, and Akesse Brempong.
The Kumasi edition follows a week later on Sunday, August 16, at the Church of Pentecost, Bantama.
Patrons there can expect performances from legendary Mama Esther, Broda Sammy, Ernest Opoku, Joyce Blessing, Kwame Gyedu, and Lady Prempeh.
Speaking at the launch at Alisa Hotel on June 12, Obaapa Christy explained that the event was christened Royal Praise, “because as a child of God, I see myself as royalty, same as you. We are all royals in the house of God.โ
She urged attendees to embrace the โroyalโ theme with their dress code and said the concert was meant to stay as an annual event to honour God for His works.
According to her, the event has come to stay, and called on all and sundry to support.
Obaapa Christy thanked fans and sponsors for supporting the launch and expressed optimism for more backing ahead of the main events.
Supporting artistes on the bill who attended the launch threw their weight behind the maiden edition and called on Ghanaians to throng the venues in their numbers.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Fashion enthusiasts, shoppers, and industry stakeholders gathered at the A&C Mall at East Legon on Saturday as Ghanaian fashion brand, Neesa Atelier officially opened its newest retail outlet to unveil an exclusive capsule collection inspired by West Africa’s rich cultural heritage.
The launch, held as an intimate โSip & Shopโ experience, marked a significant milestone for the growing fashion brand as it expanded its physical presence while showcasing its latest collection, Dust & Raffia.
The collection offers a creative exploration of the cultural links between Ghana and Mali, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary fashion design. Guests at the event were given a first look at the limited-edition pieces, which featured a hand-spun cord, raffia, jute, and Bogolan (mudcloth) elements.
According to the Creative Director of Neesa Atelier, Pamela Sarkodee, the collection celebrates the enduring connections among African communities and highlights the beauty of indigenous craftsmanship.
“This collection celebrates the stories that connect us across borders. By bringing together Bogolan, raffia, jute, and cordwork, we wanted to create pieces that honour heritage while presenting a contemporary vision of African luxury,” she said.
Throughout the event, guests toured the new retail space, interacted with the collection, and enjoyed an exclusive shopping experience that included special in-store offers. The occasion also provided an opportunity for fashion lovers to engage with the brand’s vision of blending culture, creativity, and community.
The Dust & Raffia collection draws inspiration from the textures, symbols, and traditions that have connected Ghanaian and Malian communities over generations. Through the use of natural materials and handcrafted techniques, the collection seeks to preserve cultural narratives while presenting them through modern fashion.
The new A&C Mall outlet has been designed to provide customers with an immersive shopping experience, giving them access to Neesa Atelier’s signature collections as well as future releases within one of Accra’s leading retail and lifestyle destinations.
Industry observers say the expansion reinforces Neesa Atelier’s growing reputation within Ghana’s fashion industry as a contemporary African brand committed to celebrating identity, heritage, and craftsmanship through innovative design.
The Dust & Raffia capsule collection is currently available for pre-order, with a wider public release expected in the coming weeks.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
