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Oheneba Kissi to outdoor ‘Harmattan Crew’
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One of Ghana’s highlife greats, Oheneba Kissi is set to outdoor his group,” Harmattan Crew,” by the end of this year.
The group which he said, had been in existence for over 20 years and performed across the country and beyond, would be officially outdoored to serve as his legacy.
Speaking to The Spectator, the ABC of Love hitmaker said the intention was to maintain the authentic Ghana¬ian highlife.
“Even if we are moving away, we must keep the rich highlife that would survive over a decade. This is a group that plays pure highlife which would also translate into our recordings,” he stated.
“Highlife is a very unique and beautiful rhythm. Anybody who wants highlife could fall on us,” he stressed.
He urged young artistes to honour the nation by keeping highlife while taking into consideration the lyrics they come out with as they would remain forever.
The group, he said, was made up of averaging 15 people (both males and females) and would ensure the group stayed with him whenever he performs in Accra and beyond.
“I realised that I am an individual and could pass, so even when I depart this world, the group would be my legacy,” he stated.
Just as Nana Kwame Ampadu passed on last year he said, his group African Brothers were still there do¬ing great things.
“I want to leave a good legacy and help groom the young ones to be¬come better and take on the highlife journey to greater heights,” he explained.
“It has been a tough journey with the group but the future is very bright as I have gained experience over the years to manage them better,” he added.
By Michael D. Abayateye
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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