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Mr. Beautiful says he sells coconuts to survive hardship in Ghana
Actor Clement Bonney, popularly known as Mr Beautiful, says he has resorted to selling coconuts and sugarcanes to survive Ghana’s harsh economy.
The actor who has never hidden his support and love for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama told Cape Coast-based Property FM that the collapse of the Ghanaian movie industry has contributed to his current woes.
“The collapse of the movie industry has brought extreme hardships on some of us who are actively engaged in such a venture. In order to survive the hardships in Ghana due to the collapse of the movie industry, I now sell sugarcane and coconut.”
“The coconut that I sell is the one that is grown in my hometown in Central Region which is Abura Dunkwa,” he said.
His acting career may have been wrecked by his public support for former President Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2012 and 2016 elections, but Mr Beautiful told Graphic Showbiz in an interview in 2020 that his economic challenges are not enough reasons for him to reject the party.
“I am ever ready to battle with my sweat and blood for Mahama. This is not about Mr Beautiful and his love for Mahama, but now it is glaring that Mahama and the NDC administration performed better for the arts than the NPP has done in the last four years.
“I won’t just make empty claims but support my argument with facts, and those who think otherwise can come and challenge me. The NPP can never compare themselves to the NDC when it comes to their work for the creative arts sector,” he told Graphic Showbiz at the time.
Source: graphic.com.gh
GHANAIAN rapper Sarkodie will take his flagship Rapperholic concert to the United Kingdom for the first time, marking a major milestone for the annual event that has become a staple of Ghana’s music calendar.
The show, scheduled for the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London on Friday, March 6, 2026, would be produced in partnership with Bizzle Entertainment and Kilimanjaro Live.
Sarkodie, one of Africa’s most decorated hip-hop artistes, said the move represents a cultural shift and feels timely.
“This is more than just a concert; it’s about expanding the culture beyond borders,” he said in a social media post, adding that after 13 years of hosting Rapperholic in Ghana, taking it to the UK is a natural progression.
Bizzle Entertainment, which previously staged Fameye’s “2 in a Guy” concert and Highlife legend Amakye Dede’s 50th anniversary show in London, would co-produce the event.
Rapperholic, launched in 2013, has grown into one of Ghana’s biggest music brands, drawing thousands of fans each year.
The London edition is expected to attract a diverse audience and further cement Sarkodie’s influence on the global Afrobeats and rap music scenes. –GNA
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AWARD-WINNING Ghanaian dancehall heavyweight, Samini, will team up with the country’s top musicians and a comedian for Ghana’s 69th Independence Day Concert in Manchester powered by Sleeky Promotions.
The event is slated for Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre in Manchester.
Patrons will enjoy exciting performances from Keche, Stay Jay, Kweku Darlington, Bobo Dada Bee, and Incredible Zigi.
Additionally, they will have a swell time of laughter as decorated comedian OB Amponsah mounts the stage to dish out jokes.
Speaking to The Spectator, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Saddick Assah, said the event is an international celebration of Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary through music, culture, and creativity.
“This event marks another proud moment in our journey to showcase Ghana’s creative excellence to the world, and to connect our homegrown talents with audiences beyond our borders,” he said.
According to him, over the years, Sleeky Promotions has built a reputation as one of Ghana’s most professional and visionary event brands.
“We have proudly served as an event agent to MTN Ghana and have successfully organized major celebrations such as the Western Region Festival, Salafest, and other landmark entertainment and cultural events across the nation,” he added.
He further added that the upcoming Ghana Independence Day Freedom Concert promises to be one of our most exciting international events yet.
Mr. Assah encouraged all Ghanaians to come out in their numbers to celebrate Ghana’s 69th Independence Day in style.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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