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Mercy Owusu urges Ghanaians to remain strong
One of the nation’s finest gospel musicians, Mercy Owusu, has asked Ghanaians to hold on strongly to God, with the belief that He is the only solution to their problems.
“We’re in very challenging times with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic, but I believe when we look onto God and pray, we shall overcome,” she said.
Madam Owusu, 40, told The Spectator on Wednesday that she had gone through lots of difficult moments in life, “but anytime I turn to God in faith, He comes answering me”.
“Indeed, I will use this august medium to express my profound and heartfelt gratitude to the God Most High.
“As it’s written in His word, in all things – whether good or bad, give thanks to God, we have an assurance in the Lord that though the mountains be cast in the seas and the billows roll even in a fiercest hurricane, He is with us.”
According to Madam Owusu, who has been in the ministry for 17 years, the “raging and heartbreaking roar of coronavirus has become an albatross around the neck of every nation”, and urged those whose businesses and general life have been affected by the pandemic to stay strong in the Lord.
“As your beloved sister, I will like to encourage you to be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. God tells us in his word not to fear. He says do not be afraid; neither be dismayed for I’m the Lord your God I will deliver you and surely I will keep you.”
The Techiman-born gospel musician stressed emphatically that no matter the storms in life, “having Jesus in the boat is an ultimate assurance that we would not capsize”.
“No matter the kind of job you’re doing; you may be the president, doctor, pastor, trader, farmer or any front line worker, just as you have always been before the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic, continue to discharge your duty in boldness and in courage.
“Yes, we are in dark moments but I want to assure that there shall be light at the end of the tunnel. Let’s keep our hands crossed and be fervent in prayer. I will leave you with a message of encouragement from Isaiah 41:10 onwards. Again be strong and courageous.”
Madam Owusu expressed her profound appreciation to Ghanaians for patronising her songs, advising them to adhere to all the COVID-19 safety protocols.
She has nine tracks to her credit. Among some of her popular songs on the ‘Ye Nsuro’ album are ‘Ayebiofo Nyame,’ Me wo Awurade,’ ‘Awurade Fie’ and ‘Ono no waye.’
Source: Ghanaian Times
Award-winning Ghanaian musician, Wendy Asiamah Addo, known in showbiz circles as Wendy Shay, is poised for Artiste of the Year crown this year.
Through her hard work last year, the musician has earned about seven nominations for this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Wendy Shay was nominated for Artiste of the Year, Album of the Year, Afrobeats Song of the Year, Afrobeats/Afropop Artiste of the Year, International Collaboration of the Year, Collaboration of the Year and Most Popular Song of the Year.
Speaking exclusively to her management, they said Wendy Shay last year graced over 40 shows, including her successful Shay Concert held at the West Hills Mall in Accra on November 22, 2025.
Additionally, they noted that through her hard work, she had international features with Movado (Apology), Phina (Too Late Remix), Bedjine (Too Late Remix), Guchi (Too Late Remix) and Niggy Boy (Weed & Wine).
They further told the paper that her ‘Ready’ album garnered over 25 million streams across all platforms, including massive airplays, adding that most of the songs featured prominently at parties and diverse events in Ghana and beyond.
Her management concluded that the hard work made her brand very attractive for Corporate Ghana, a feat which led Wendy Shay to secure ambassadorial deals with Peeva and Hisense.
Against this backdrop, they are optimistic that Wendy Shay is in pole position to win the coveted Artiste of the Year crown this year, and therefore called on industry players, all and sundry to vote for her.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeat musician Berima Amo has signed a new international recording deal with UK-based world music label ARC Music, a move seen as another boost for the global recognition of West African music.
Known for blending traditional highlife with Afrobeat, jazz and other global influences, Amo has become a strong advocate for preserving and promoting authentic African musical heritage while introducing it to new audiences around the world.
The announcement comes ahead of the release of his much-anticipated album “Rhythms of Love,” recorded live at Studio 150 Bethlehemkerk in Amsterdam. The album will be released worldwide on May 24, preceded by two singles: “Fake Flowers” on May 1 and “Yaba” featuring Tallulah Rose on May 8, 2026.
The new project is expected to expand Amo’s reputation as both a cultural preserver and musical innovator, pushing the boundaries of African sound through powerful rhythms and cross-genre fusion.
With five albums, two EPs and ten singles already available across major streaming platforms, Berima Amo continues to grow his global audience.
Berima Amo, a singer, trumpeter, composer and bandleader originally from Ghana and now active in Europe, has built a reputation for preserving the roots of highlife while reimagining it for modern audiences. Through performances, collaborations and educational initiatives, he has championed traditional African rhythms and instruments while blending them with Afrobeat, jazz, soul and orchestral music.
Many in the industry now view Amo as a torchbearer for authentic West African music, continuing the legacy of legendary figures such as E. T. Mensah, The Ramblers International Band, Rex Lawson, Ebo Taylor, Nana Ampadu, King Onyina, Osibisa and Fela Kuti, helping to carry the sound of West Africa to the world.
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