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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 musician Sparqlyn is set to release another big hit.
His latest release, ‘Rosina,’ features Germany-based Ghanaian musician, video director, and sound engineer TEENO (known privately as Eric Kwame Tamakloe).
TEENO’s project ‘Signs’ was recently accepted by the Grammys for official consideration in the ‘Album of the Year’ category. Now, ‘Rosina’ is making serious waves across the airwaves.
Coming shortly after the impressive reception to his previous single ‘Fameko,’ ‘Rosina’ is already receiving strong attention from music lovers and radio listeners.
This new song carries an infectious Afrobeats and Hiplife feel while maintaining the romantic direction that characterised ‘Fameko,’ Sparqlyn’s 2026 Highlife collaboration with Ziya.
‘Fameko’ marked an important moment in Sparqlyn’s musical journey, with the love-themed highlife record receiving positive reactions from music lovers and media platforms following its June 2026 release.
The song became one of the highlights of his 2026 output, ranking high on multiple charts.
‘Fameko’ has also bagged Sparqlyn two top nominations: “Highlife Song of the Year” and “Artist of the Year” at the 2026 Stars Awards.
The combination of a romantic storyline, Afrobeats rhythm, and Hiplife influence give the song a sound that fits comfortably into the current Ghanaian music landscape.
The timing of the song’s release could also prove significant for the award-winning artiste. Sparqlyn recently secured two nominations at the 2026 Ghana Youth Empowerment Awards, where he is in contention for Youth Empowerment Advocate of the Year and Outstanding Youth Personality of the Year.
With ‘Fameko’ having established strong momentum earlier in the year and ‘Rosina’ now beginning to enjoy significant airplay, Sparqlyn appears to be ending another eventful chapter of his musical career on a high note.
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeats singer Kuami Eugene Marfo known in showbiz circles as Kuami Eugene has urged fellow musicians and entertainers to use their influence on social media and other platforms to champion causes that positively impact society.
The award-winning artiste made the call during a UNICEF Ghana birth registration advocacy campaign in Bepoase in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region, where he joined officials from UNICEF Ghana and the Births and Deaths Registry to raise awareness about the importance of registering children at birth.
He explained that artistes wield significant influence and should leverage platforms such as TikTok, Facebook and Instagram to amplify important social initiatives and encourage behavioural change.
The musician, who has partnered UNICEF Ghana on several child-focused campaigns, said he had a special interest in issues affecting children and was committed to supporting efforts that improved their welfare and future opportunities.
He noted that birth registration was critical because it established a child’s legal identity and ensured recognition as a Ghanaian citizen.
The advocacy drive forms part of UNICEF Ghana’s efforts to improve birth registration rates across the country through community engagements, public education and collaboration with traditional authorities.
The musician said he remained focused on creating quality music while continuing to support social causes that contribute to national development, particularly initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children. –GNA
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