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Who wins Mentor XI today?
• (From Left) Too Spyce, Herby, Tiah and Marckel
After weeks of wonderful display, winning the hearts of judges and fans, the time has come for one of the four finalists to wrest the coveted TV 3 Mentor XI crown.
The final showdown is among the top four contestants, Tiah, Herby, Too Spyce and Markel at , 8pm on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at the National Theatre in Accra.
The winner of the contest takes home a cash prize of GHC40,000, a gold-plated trophy, a return ticket abroad with $500 (USD) spending money, 100,000 in airtime, products from sponsors and the bragging right.
This will see one grow from a raw talent to earning the title of Mentor winner.
The semi-finals of TV3 Mentor XI came off last weekend, December 4, during which contestants battled among themselves with their unique performances and stagecraft, coupled with freestyle rounds.
The final four have all shown the readiness to make history and announce their presence in style.
This year’s Mentor XI saw over thousands of talents throng the audition venues, and after rigorous screening, 12 lucky contestants were selected.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend.
He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest.
In a statement, Shatta Wale’s management expressed appreciation to the organisers and supporters of the awards.
“Management would like to sincerely appreciate the organisers of the IRAWMA awards for the recognition and continuous support for African music on the global stage.
“We also extend our deepest gratitude to fans across the world, especially the Shatta Movement fraternity, for their unwavering support, votes, and dedication throughout the years,” the statement said.
The statement added that the latest wins reaffirm the artiste’s position as one of Africa’s leading musical exports and a prominent figure in global dancehall culture.
The awards bring Shatta Wale’s total haul at the IRAWMA to 11, highlighting his continued presence on the international reggae and dancehall scene.
At last year’s edition, he won three awards: Best African Dancehall Entertainer, Best Music Video for “Killa Ji Mi”, and Best Crossover Song for “Commando” featuring Bounty Killer. -GNA
Legendary gospel artist Herty Ofori Borngreat is officially returning to the music scene after a 13-year hiatus, her management announced Wednesday.
The surprise announcement ends over a decade of absence from the music industry for the celebrated singer.
According to an official statement released by her management team, the upcoming comeback will feature a rollout of new music projects and various spirit-filled initiatives aimed at inspiring hope and connecting with believers globally.
“We are delighted to officially announce that Herty Ofori Borngreat is making a highly anticipated return to the gospel music scene,” the management team noted in a statement, expressing deep gratitude to fans and partners for their unwavering loyalty during her long absence.
They added, “We are confident that this comeback will be both impactful and memorable.”
Management has urged fans, the media, and the global gospel community to follow her official social media platforms for update.
No specific dates have been set for the first single, but updates are expected in the coming weeks.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
