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Michael Blackson to host New Year’s Eve Countdown Fireworks programme
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Ghanaian-American comedian, Michael Blackson, is set to host a star-studded New Year’s Eve Countdown Fireworks programme in the country to promote tourism and position Ghana as a preferred destination for African Diaspora during the festive season.
Dubbed: “Extravaganza To See”, the programme which is expected to bring about 20,000 guests including international and local musicians is slated for December 31, at the Independence Square at exactly 8:00pm to usher patrons into 2023.
This initiative organised by AKvance in partnership with KLM Airlines was to complement the government’s initiative “Beyond the Return” in boosting travel to Ghana and to make the festive season a joyous one.
This was revealed by the creator of Countdown Africa who doubles as the founder of AKvance, Akua Kufuor.
The celebration also was to support one of the country’s key agendas to build up the tourism, arts, and culture sector while assisting in business growth and investment opportunities in the country.
According to the organisers, there would be surprise performances from various musicians from America and Ghana on the night.
The Country Manager of KLM Airlines, Mees Van Ojik, expressed her outfit’s excitement “to be the first official travel partners of Countdown Africa and look forward to bringing everyone from everywhere to the historic event.
Patrons could obtain their tickets for the event from the official site, and that all ticket holders shall receive discount code from all destinations into the country, courtesy Official Travel Partner, KLM Airlines.
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards held in Florida over the weekend.
In a statement issued by his management on May 18, the award winning musician was announced as the winner of the Best African Dancehall Entertainer category.
He also won the Concert of the Year award for his music event, ShattaFest.
Management of the artiste expressed appreciation to the organisers of the IRAWMA Awards for recognising and supporting African music on the international stage.
The statement thanked fans across the world, especially members of the Shatta Movement fan base, for their continued support, votes and loyalty over the years.
According to management, the latest achievement further confirms Shatta Wale’s position as one of Africa’s leading music exports and a strong figure in global dancehall culture.
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Ghanaian rapper Medikal has praised fellow musician Black Sherif for winning the Artist of the Year award at the Telecel Ghana music awards, describing the recognition as well deserved.
Speaking on Onua Showtime on Sunday, Medikal explained that Black Sherif’s music reflects struggle, hard work and street life, which many people can relate to.
According to him, Black Sherif, popularly known as “Blacko,” earned the award because his songs connect strongly with the public.
“Obviously, if you listen to Blacko’s songs from day one, you will see that the content and lyrics are all about struggle and making it in life,” he stated.
He noted that Black Sherif’s journey from the streets to success makes his achievement inspiring to many young people.
Medikal added that he would have been happy if he had won the award himself, but he was equally happy for Black Sherif because he deserved it.
The rapper explained that his reaction during the awards event, where he nodded and applauded after the announcement, was a genuine show of support for his colleague.
He stressed that popular street songs often influence major award decisions, especially when people from different backgrounds sing and embrace the music.
According to him, Black Sherif’s hit songs became widely accepted by children, adults and even people at social gatherings and funerals, showing the level of influence he has gained.
“The street controls the song,” Medikal remarked, adding that an artiste who dominates the streets has a strong chance of winning major awards.
He further noted that he was not surprised by Black Sherif’s victory because every category Medikal himself was nominated in was highly competitive.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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