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MUSIGLO donates to K.K. Kabobo
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The leadership of Musicians’ Organisation Global (MUSIGLO) last Friday donated to help veteran highlife musician, K.K. Kabobo with his medical expenses as part of efforts to support musicians.
Since images and videos of the veteran musician, who is battling liver disease, began making the rounds on social media last week, the news of his failing health has been concerning.
The money that K.K. Kabobo received was provided by the Solidarity Fund, which MUSIGLO established at the end of the previous year.
The delegation, led by the organisation’s founder and president, Mrs. Deborah Freeman, presented K.K. Kabobo with an undisclosed sum of money on the organisation’s behalf.
During the presentation, Mrs. Freeman revealed that MUSIGLO is dedicated to the wellbeing of all musicians, whom she views as positive role models for young people.
She said the donation was a part of the organisation’s attempt to support the musicians during difficult times.
Following the donation, Mrs. Freeman told the media that the Solidarity Fund was established to support members’ welfare, encourage high-calibre musicianship, and lessen financial hardship among both new and seasoned artistes.
The fund specifically strives to support all musicians who subscribe to MUSIGLO, as well as ageing musicians, upcoming musicians, underground musicians, music bands, choirs, and industry professionals.
She further explained that the Solidarity Fund’s four primary emphasis areas where donations from donors and member artistes are combined to maximise its impact.
The four main areas of attention are as follows: Assistance with healthcare and income support for veteran musicians; Pensions matching contributions for musicians; Artiste and music promotion development; and Assistance with recording and promoting music for up-and-coming and underground musicians.
She stated that, “Musicians deserve better than to die poor,” stressing that the Solidarity Fund will set ambitious goals to alter the course of musicianship worldwide by utilising its influence as a catalyst for change.
The musician’s family expressed gratitude to MUSIGLO’s leadership for their assistance.
Additionally, they expressed gratitude to Ghanaians for their ongoing support of the musician’s condition.
It was a night of intellect, eloquence and culture as contestants of the 2026 Miss Tourism Ghana took centre stage at the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel for the Debate and Culture Night last Saturday.
The event, which forms part of activities leading up to the grand finale, saw the ladies move beyond beauty to battle with ideas, facts and opinions on a topic critical to the tourism industry.
The contestants debated the topic: The Importance of Traditional and Digital Media on Promotion of Tourism.
For the debate, the contestants were grouped into two teams of four, each tasked with defending a side of the argument.
It was a fierce but respectful exchange. The team arguing for traditional media described it as the trust builder, emphasising its credibility, mass reach, and its power to tell in-depth, emotional stories through television documentaries, radio and newspaper features.
They argued that traditional media still shapes public opinion and influences policy decisions in the tourism sector.
On the other side, the proponents of digital media raised salient points about its unmatched advantages in the modern era.
They highlighted its global reach at low cost, its two-way interaction that allows tourists to share real experiences and reviews, its ability to target specific audiences, and its measurable results where clicks, views and bookings can be tracked.
After heated arguments and rebuttals, both teams arrived at a powerful consensus that drew applause from the audience.
They concluded that without traditional media, tourism promotion lacks credibility and depth, and without digital media, it lacks reach, engagement and sales.
The judges and patrons agreed that the debate underscored a crucial lesson for Ghana’s tourism drive: for a country blessed with rich cultural heritage, colourful festivals, historic forts and castles, diverse wildlife and pristine beaches, the winning formula lies in combining the storytelling power of traditional media with the viral power of digital media to attract both domestic and international tourists.
The night was not only about debate, as the contestants also dazzled in cultural wear, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Ghanaian culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian Actress Grace Nortey has reportedly passed away on Wednesday August 26, 2026.
According to reports she passed away at University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) at age 89.
Born in 1937, she embarked on her acting journey in 1970, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of theatre and drama in Ghana.
Over four decades, Grace Nortey has been a consistent source of joy for Ghanaian TV audiences through her acting prowess.
A distinctive feature of Grace Nortey’s performances was her adept incorporation of the Ga language into her roles, adding an authentic touch to her portrayals.
Her acting journey kicked off with the 1985 release, “Nana Akoto,” and she went on to contribute to notable films such as “Sinking Sands,” “The Other Side of the Rich,” “Ties that Bind,” and “Beasts of No Nation,” where she shared the screen with Idris Elba, Fred Amugi, and Ama K. Abebrese.
She earned the Best Cameo Actress at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.
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