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Tsadidi Street Art Festival starts tomorrow in Volta Region
Tsadidi, meaning “Journeying from one place to the other” in Ewe, is set to illuminate the vibrant tapestry of art, culture, tourism, and gastronomy at the Tsadidi Street Art Festival.
Organized by GlennSamm, an esteemed Ghanaian visual storyteller and walking artist, this event is a highlight of the Hogbetsotso Festival taking place this weekend.
Scheduled from November 3rd to 5th, the festival will be held at the venerable grounds of our forefathers’ home, Keta (Fort Prinzenstein).
The festivities kick off on November 3 with a lively Talk Party for Visual Art Students from in and around Keta Anloga.
On November 4, Saturday, an Art Procession will grace the streets of Keta, inviting attendees to don traditional attire and make their way to Fort Prinzenstein for an awe-inspiring showcase of art installations, spoken word, poetry, culminating in the night with the dazzling “Glow in the Night Party” and captivating performances throughout Keta township.
On Sunday, November 5, Tsadidi Food and Market Day will provide a delectable opportunity to savor traditional foods and locally-sourced produce.
Anticipate nothing short of an extraordinary immersion in the rich culture and heritage of the Volta Region.
This year’s theme, “Identity,” underscores the profound connections that bind us all.
GlennSamm is as a walking artist but he is similarly a visual artiste who has worked and made cameo appearances in music videos including Fuse ODG – New African Girl featuring KiDi x Kuami Eugene, Manuel Nonobada’s Every Day, Bisa Kdei featuring Adekunle Gold – Adiza, Wakayna’s African Nice and EpiXode Wahala Dey.
He has created art installations at events like Afrochella now Afrofuture, Detty Rave, Chalewote Street Art Festival, Potomanto festival and Lands of Spirits among others.
GlennSamm has also worked with brands like Jameson Scotch whiskey, Caveman watches , Star Beer, Johnnie Walker and Currently he is an ambassador for Jägermeister.
This year’s event is partnered by Citi FM, Citi TV, Jubilee Radio & Sandcity Radio.
GHANAIAN gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty, has released a spirit-filled song titled “Sunsum Ndwom.”
The song, which is already making waves shortly after its release, is delivered in three parts, each carrying a powerful message.
The first part reflects on the mystery of Prophet Elijah, where people wondered who he was after he prayed and called down fire from heaven.
The second part centres on salvation, urging believers not to celebrate only power and miracles, but to celebrate the fact that their names are written in the Book of Life, because that is what lasts forever.
The third part celebrates the beauty of God’s healing power, a song originally composed by her late mother.
The gospel star is urging Ghanaians to stream the song on all platforms and encounter its powerful lyrics.
She also stressed the need to preserve Ghana’s traditional gospel sound, expressing hope that the new generation will embrace their heritage.
Empress Gifty further expressed appreciation to all stakeholders in the industry who have supported her career over the years.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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GHANAIAN media personality, Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, affectionately called Akumaa, has marked the 18th anniversary of her Mama Zimbi Foundation (MZF).
The event was held at the Broken Yoke Ministry International at Klagon in Accra.
Thousands of widows who benefited were taken through health education for good living, business enhancement, women empowerment and legal education, among others.
In addition, they were given water, cloth, rice, noodles, oil, Noko Fine Washing Powder and other toiletries.
Mrs Dongotey-Padi noted that there is land earmarked for vocational training and gari processing for those who are unemployed and would want to make ends meet.
Against that backdrop, she expressed appreciation to gospel musician Empress Gifty for supporting her with her Noko Fine Washing Powder and Verna Mineral Water.
According to her, it went a long way to put smiles on the faces of the widows.
Akumaa Mama Zimbi further said that if she looks back on how the journey started 18 years ago, she feels fulfilled in impacting thousands of lives.
According to her, this motivates her to do even more to put smiles on the faces of people.
The Mama Zimbi Foundation is an NGO committed to motivating, empowering and supporting widows and their children, as well as educating adolescents on their sexual and reproductive health.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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