
Cool Boii, Born as Mbah Amstrong Mbakwa is a young talented Afrobeat/highlife artist, His mother is a Ghanaian while his father is a Cameroonian, Cool Boii sees Ghana as his home hence it is not surprising that he is promoting his talent in Ghana and Cameroon.
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Egyptian stars Wafaa Amer and Horeya Farghaly's upcoming film "Baraet Raya Wa Sakina" has been changed to a TV series. The drama is titled "Banat Hamam" and consists of 15 episodes.
Dancehall enigma, Shatta Wale has rekindled his long beef with his colleague Stonebwoy. Shatta Wale has turned into a motivational speaker as he took to social media to advise all his fans and Ghanaians at large. However, even in his quest to motivate and inspire people, Shatta Wale still used it as a yardstick to fire shots at Stonebwoy. Shatta Wale has stated that he is a diamond, claiming he is very precious and rare to find. He went on to advise all and sundry to emulate him and not a stone.
Ghanaian artist and music producer EmPeraw is back with a refreshing new sound, marking a significant evolution in his musical journey. His latest single, Beautiful, is a heartfelt tribute to femininity, love, and admiration, blending Afrobeat with soulful country-inspired melodies. Born Augustine Adjei, EmPeraw has steadily built a name for himself in Ghana’s music scene. From emerging as the 2nd runner-up on MTN Hitmaker Season 3 to showcasing his versatility in multiple genres, his journey has been a testament to perseverance and artistic growth. Speaking about his creative inspiration, EmPeraw shared, “I draw inspiration from emotions, life experiences, and storytelling. Music is my way of connecting deeply with people, and with ‘Beautiful,’ I wanted to celebrate beauty in its purest form.”
Nigerian singer Portable has had multiple run-ins with the law throughout his career, making headlines for various legal troubles, altercations, and controversies.
Ghanaian dancehall artist Shatta Wale has addressed recent speculations about his relationship with fellow musician Stonebwoy. Upon returning from Jamaica on January 8, 2025, Shatta Wale clarified that he holds no animosity towards Stonebwoy. This statement comes amid rumors suggesting that Blakk Cedi, Stonebwoy's former manager, has taken over Shatta Wale's management. In an interview with JoyNews, Shatta Wale explained that Blakk Cedi assisted him during his performance at the Freedom Street Concert in Jamaica but is not his official manager. He emphasized that Sammy Flex continues to serve as his manager. Shatta Wale stated, "I don’t have a problem with anybody. Like I always say, Blakk Cedi formerly managed Stonebwoy, but I don’t have any problem with Stonebwoy. I am ever ready for anybody who wants to support me."
Nigerian singer and activist Seun Kuti has explained that he is not against European people, but rather against European colonialism. On January 13, 2025, he shared a post on Instagram featuring one of his quotes that highlights the importance of creating a fairer world. The quote read, “I’m against European colonisation and imperialism, but that doesn’t mean I’m against European people. Many Europeans have been our allies in fighting against greed and unfair systems, working to make the world a fairer place for everyone.” Kuti pointed out that his criticism of European colonization and imperialism is not meant to show anger towards European people. “Being against colonization doesn’t mean being against Europeans, many have stood with us in the fight for justice and fairness,” he added in his caption.
Viewers of SABC1's educational soapie, Skeem Saam are dragging the writers for changing Lehasa Maphosa and Pretty's storyline. On the show, Lehasa (Cedric Fourie) is serving time in prison for his crimes and has fallen in love with another woman. This is after he proposed marriage to Pretty Seakamela (Lerato Marabe) and before his uncle, Phomolo (Sam Shale) paid lobola for Pretty. Fans of the educational soapie took to X this week to criticise the writers for making Lehasa cheat on Pretty with Dr Blue.
Ghanaian musician Captain Planet of 4×4 has made a heartfelt appeal to the music industry and stakeholders to rally behind veteran artist Okomfo Kwadee, whose health and well-being appear to be deteriorating. Taking to social media, Captain Planet urged industry players and fans to act swiftly before it becomes too late. When asked how he is personally assisting Kwadee, Captain Planet explained that he is committed to helping his colleague regain his footing. However, he commented that collective effort is crucial, stating, “Two heads are better than one.” The appeal follows a viral video showing the once-vibrant Okomfo Kwadee looking frail and reportedly battling mental health issues, allegedly linked to substance abuse.
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Johnnie Walker, the iconic brand of celebration, hosted a vibrant event in Kampala on Thursday evening to honour rising star Joshua Baraka for his nomination in the prestigious Trace Awards & Summit. The event brought together Uganda’s entertainment elite for a toast to Baraka’s achievements. Airtel joined Johnnie Walker Uganda in celebrating the occasion, recognising Baraka’s musical journey, which was marked by hit singles, a growing continental presence, and well-deserved recognition from the Trace Awards. Guests at the exclusive event enjoyed a range of premium whisky cocktails, including the bold Ruby Walker and classic highballs, while engaging in insightful discussions about the Ugandan music scene, the global influence of African sounds, and the importance of supporting African creatives.
Veteran Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as Aki, has melted hearts after unveiling the first photo of his son. Recall that the movie star and his wife welcomed their child last year, officially dedicating him to the church in November. Now, for the first time, Chinedu has given fans a glimpse of his beloved son’s face. Taking to Instagram, the proud father shared an adorable snapshot, expressing his deep love and pride. He captioned the post: “Meet my son in whom I am well pleased. The son of El Roi!”
Ramadan drama series “El-Ghawy”, starring Ahmed Mekky, will begin airing on Sunday, as part of the second half of Ramadan. It is slated to air on the “ON” channel at 7:15 pm, with a rerun at 11:30 am. El-Ghawy stars Mekky alongside Aicha Ben Ahmed, Amr Abdel-Gelil, Ahmed Bedier, Ahmed Kamal, Mohamed Lotfy, Walaa El-Sherif, Karam Jaber, Hager Afifi, Abyussef, and Tamer Shaltout, with a special appearance by Kozbora.
Billboard has shared its list of best R&B albums of 2024, with Nigeria’s Tems occupying the second position for her debut ‘Born in the Wild’ while ‘Mutt’, the second studio album by American musician and actor Leon Thomas, released on 27 September placed first. Other entries on the list include Chris Brown’s 11:11 (Deluxe), which occupies the 10th position; Bryson Tiller’s eponymous album placed ninth; Marsha Ambrosius’s Casablanco is eighth; and Laila!’s Gap Year! is seventh. Others are NxWorries’s ‘Why Lawd?’ occupying the sixth position, PARTYNEXTDOOR’s PARTYNEXTDOOR 4 at number five, Muni Long’s Revenge is number four, and Ravyn Lenae’s Bird’s Eye is number three. Tems’ debut album, released in June 2024 via RCA Records/Since ’93, featured collaborations with Afrobeats star Asake and US rapper J. Cole. Reviewing the album, PREMIUM TIMES described it as a ‘‘confident debut that cements her place in the global music scene, reaffirming her roots and influences’’.
