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Okyeame Kwame partners Multichoice for Earthshot Prize

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Revered multiple award-winning Ghanaian musician, Okyeame Kwame has partnered with the Multichoice Group for Earthshot Prize, a global environmental initiative to drive positive change.

Revealing what he makes of the partnership, Okyeame Kwame noted that as a passionate climate lover of nature, he is always looking for ways to help sustain the planet.

According to him, it was why he answered the call to partner with MultiChoice Group and Earthshot Prize to drive positive change.

Okyeame Kwame noted, “I live because I breathe and breathe because of this tree.”

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According to him, the tree takes his carbon dioxide and provides him with oxygen, enabling him to live, adding that without the tree helifeless.

He said it is why he makes eco-friendly boxerhots and goes to schools amongst other places to create awareness on climate change to sustain the environment.

“Share your eco-friendly endeavours and tag me.Let’s amplify the movement for a sustainable future,” Okyeame Kwame urged the public.

The Earthshot Prize has witnessed remarkable interest from Africa, with a record-breaking 400 entries received from the continent, and as a result, promising eco-innovators who are shortlisted to compete for the 2024 awards, stand a chance to win a £1-million prize.

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The awards ceremony is scheduled to be held on African soil for the first time, for this reason, The Earthshot Prize team will embark on a roadshow across the continent.

The tour will include stops in Ghana, Nigeria and Kenya, to engage with local communities, inspire environmental action, and shine a spotlight on the exceptional work of African innovators.

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Kwaisey Pee honours promise, donates GHC50,000 to Korle-Bu Paediatric Oncology Unit

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Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.

Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.

True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.

He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.

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The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”

He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.

According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.

“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.

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By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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A Legacy of Devotion: Jerry Amoah to be honoured by Ghana Music Awards-USA

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In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.

There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.

One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.

This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.

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It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.

Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.

Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.

Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.

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At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.

Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.

He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.

As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.

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Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.

And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.

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