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Miss Golden Stool Kumasi audition takes off today
Sally Akua Amoakowaa Mensah, CEO, Miss Golden Stool
The Kumasi audition for Miss Golden Stool Ghana is slated for today at the Cultural Centre from 10am and would continue on Sunday, September 4 at the same venue.
Speaking to The Spectator after the Accra audition, founder of the beauty pageant, Sally Akua Amoakowaa Mensah said, coming back from break as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges thereafter, they were pleased with how the auditioning went.
In all, they are looking at 12 or 10 contestants depending on the level of competition during the audition.
“When the contest is so keen, we will have no option than increasing the finalists from 10 to 12, to give opportunity to intelligent ladies who know their culture,” she said.
She said the quality seen from those who turned up at the audition in Accra, from August 27-28, at the AH Hotel was very impressive.“From their appearance to how they went about answering questions posed to them about their regions was impressive,” she said.
According to her, the contest was this time round not limited to only Ashantis, but all the Akan speaking regions. She said, they were looking at contestants from, Ashanti, Bono, Ahafo, Western, Central, Eastern regions among others.
Akua Amoakowaa revealed that all those who would be selected at the Kumasi audition would be brought back to Accra for a final audition.
Those who will then make it to the contest would have a shoot for their music video, and take them to the reality house, for the main programme to commence on September 27 to November 20.
AkuaAmoakowaa expressed appreciation to the judges, Nana AmponsahAdepa, Kyidonhene of AkyemTafo and Akumaa Mama Zimbi for their dedication.
She said Miss Golden Stool is looking for a confident lady who knows her culture, tradition and history of her people.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian gospel dynamo, Piesie Esther, has expressed her readiness to take home the Gospel Artiste of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song of the Year and Traditional Gospel Song of the Year awards at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The musician with many years of success under her belt in the gospel music industry has been nominated for three categories at this year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
Piesie Esther was nominated for Gospel Artiste of the Year, Traditional Gospel Song of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year with her smash hit, Nyame Ye.
The award-winning musician believes that she had a wonderful year in 2025, which deserves recognition.
According to her, with over 36 shows, millions of streams enjoyed by her Nyame Ye song, coupled with numerous brand engagements, she was in a pole position to outwit other competitors.
“Family, I need your love and support now more than ever! I’ve been nominated at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and we’re going all out for the win! ,” she noted.
She called on all and sundry that “Every single vote counts, and I truly appreciate your continuous support. Let’s do this together.”
This year’s Telecel Ghana Music Awards is slated for May 9, 2026 at the Palms Convention Centre in Accra.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Patrons at +233 Bar and Lounge had an unforgettable experience at the OK@50 All White Birthday Party last Saturday, April 18.
The Ghanaian music icon, Okyeame Kwame, turned 50 years last Friday, April 17, 2026.
Against this backdrop, the ‘Rap Dacta’ organised an All-White Party on Saturday to mark his 50th birthday to raise funds for the construction of a Paediatric Emergency Ward at the Manhyia Hospital.
This is a legacy project the musician is embarking on to mark his 50th birthday.
As part of the concert, patrons were treated to scintillating live performances by Afriyie Wutah, Akwaboah, Sista Afia, Kuami Eugene, KiDi, Kwabena Kwabena, Ras Kuuku, Abiana, Adina, Abochi, Kweku Darlington, and Kunta Kinte of Bradez fame.
One of the country’s finest DJs, Andy Dosty, also had his turn to mesmerise the patrons with hits from the past to present, a moment which saw many patrons on their feet for most of the time.
Okyeame Kwame rocked the gathering with numerous hits from his repertoire, including his new song dubbed ‘Clap.’
He also expressed appreciation to those who has genuinely supported his career to impact the lives of others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
