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Outstanding musicians honoured at Medimafo Western Music Awards
The 2024 edition of the Medimafo Western Music Awards (WMA) took center stage in a spectacular celebration of musical talent and creativity from the Western Region of Ghana.
Held at the GPHA Auditorium in Takoradi on the 21st September, 2024, the night saw some of the region’s finest talents being recognized for their exceptional contributions to the music industry.
The event, organized under the theme Diversity in Peace and by Westline Entertainment showcased a rich blend of musical genres, affirming the Western Region’s diverse soundscape.
The highlight of the evening was SK Frimpong, the undisputed star, sweeping three major awards: Artiste of the Year, Gospel Artiste of the Year and Songwriter of the Year for his inspirational song ‘Faithful God.’ His impressive triumph in gospel categories further cements his influence in the Ghanaian music scene.
In the highly competitive Most Popular Ghanaian Song of the Year category, Kofi Kinaata won with his hit song ‘Effiakuma Love,’ which continues to dominate the airwaves. Ewuraba Eesi’s fan-favorite track earned her ‘Western Regional Most Popular Song of the Year.’
Highlife and hiplife continued to hold their ground, with Fameye taking home the ‘Highlife Artiste of the Year’ award and Nero X clinching ‘Highlife Song of the Year’ with ‘Medo Wiase,’ a collaboration featuring Tinny.
On the hiplife front, Bobo Dada B won the ‘Hiplife Artiste of the Year’ while BlaQ Mic’s ‘Botom Ay3 Shi’ earned ‘Hiplife Song of the Year.’
Other notable winners included Mrr Cloudy as ‘Hip Hop Artiste of the Year,’ Walley Bonsu as ‘Reggae/Dancehall Artiste of the Year’ and Naomi Assani for ‘Urban Song of the Year.’ The ‘Best Rapper of the Year’ honor went to Ayesem, further solidifying his position as one of the region’s leading lyricists.
The night also celebrated Jakebeat Gh with ‘Producer of the Year,’ and Kobby Yankey recognized as ‘Best Instrumentalist.’ Sunshine Selina shone in the diaspora category, winning both ‘Western Diaspora Artiste of the Year’ and ‘Best Music Video of the Year’ for her collaboration with Joyce Blessing on ‘Confirm.’
The awards were graced by numerous notable personalities, including Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Arthur, CEOs of Skyy Media Group, Nana Egya Kwamina XI, Chief of Apremdo, Fiifi Buckman, NDC Parliamentary Candidate for Kwesimintsim, Mr. Johnson Assasie, CEO of Jonamass Ventures and Mr. Justice Acquah, MD of Sankofa Prestea Mines, among others.
The 2024 Medimafo Western Music Awards once again reinforced its position as the premier platform for celebrating the talents of the Western Region. The fusion of different genres, vibrant performances, and influential figures made it a night to remember, uniting the region’s music lovers under the banner of peace and diversity.
Ghanaian gospel musician, Empress Gifty, was moved to tears on her return from abroad after her husband surprised her with a birthday celebration and a brand-new car.
Empress Gifty, who celebrated her birthday on October 25 outside the country, returned home to a big surprise organised by her husband, Hopeson Yaovi Adorye.
He invited her close friends and family, organised a surprise breakfast, and topped it up with a special gift.
He said it was something small from him, to appreciate the efforts of his wife.
Empress Gifty, who was overwhelmed with emotion, expressed appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Adorye for always being there for her and showing her love.
“That feeling when you’re completely overwhelmed by love. I had only just touched down from a trip only to walk in and meet some of my closest friends gathered at home to celebrate my birthday with me. I was speechless!” she said.
“But the biggest and most lovely surprise was this beautiful car gift – a CHANGAN Q07 PLUGIN HYBRID 2026 YEAR MODEL! from my husband, Hopeson Yaovi Adorye,” added.
“I am truly humbled and so grateful for your love and support. God bless you, my love,” she added.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
In March 2027 Ghana will mark 70 years of independence. It is a proud moment for Ghanaians at home and across the diaspora as the nation celebrates seven decades of sovereignty and self-governance.
Miss Ghana UK will be right at the heart of the celebration. This week the organisers of the longest running Black and Ethnic Minority pageant in the United Kingdom announced that the 2027 edition will honour this historic milestone.
The announcement also opens the search for the next Miss Ghana UK Queen. This follows the media partnership between Miss Ghana UK and EIB signed in July 2026 which will help share the journey with audiences far and wide.
Ms Mavis Osei, Chief Executive Officer of Miss Ghana UK and the MGUK Foundation, described the 2027 edition as a landmark moment. It will bring together beauty, culture, heritage and leadership while uniting the Ghanaian diaspora in celebration of Ghana’s journey as an independent nation.
“For 70 years Ghana’s story has been shaped by the courage of its people and the richness of its culture. It has been carried by the strength of its communities and the contributions of generations of Ghanaians at home and across the world. Miss Ghana UK 2027 will honour this remarkable journey. It will also give a new generation of young Ghanaian women in the United Kingdom a platform to celebrate their heritage and embrace their identity and help write the next chapter of Ghana’s story,” she said.
Under the theme “Ghana’s Golden Story: 70 Years in the Making” the pageant will celebrate the moments and traditions and people who have shaped Ghana since independence in 1957. Audiences can look forward to fashion and music and storytelling and the arts alongside tourism and community engagement. Throughout the pageant the vital role of the diaspora in promoting Ghana around the world will take centre stage.
Miss Ghana UK is far more than a pageant. It is an educational programme that teaches young women, their families and the wider diaspora community about Ghanaian cultural heritage.
Through history and language and traditions and storytelling participants and audiences alike gain a deep sense of pride in where they come from. The young women who take part grow into confident and socially conscious ambassadors for Ghana and shining representatives of the Ghanaian community in the United Kingdom.
The announcement also marks the close of the reign of the current Queen Miss Sheidelle Annor at the end of September 2026. Her time as Queen has been an important chapter in the Miss Ghana UK story. Miss Ghana UK warmly thanks her for her journey and her contribution and wishes her every success in her next chapter.
Miss Ghana UK is a cultural and empowerment platform that celebrates Ghanaian heritage. It gives young women of Ghanaian descent in the United Kingdom real opportunities for personal development and leadership and community engagement and cultural representation.
Through the pageant and its wider initiatives Miss Ghana UK connects generations and strengthens ties to Ghanaian heritage. It empowers young women to become positive ambassadors in the United Kingdom and in Ghana and beyond.
Miss Ghana UK is also an educational programme that teaches young women and their families and the wider diaspora and community about Ghanaian cultural heritage so that it is passed on proudly from one generation to the next.
