Zimbabwean wins CNN African Journalists Awards

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

23 of Africa’s best journalists and media practitioners have been honoured at the 13^th edition of the prestigious CNN/Multichoice African Journalism Award held in Accra, Ghana. Zimbabwean journalist Hopewell Rugoho- Chin’ono was adjudged the overall African Journalist of the Year for his TV documentary on the everyday challenges of people living with HIV/ AIDS in Zimbabwe. His ‘Pain in My Heart’ documentary beat 1911 other entries from a record 44 nations across the continent. Ghana’s President J.A Kufuor presented Hopewell him with the Award and in his acceptance speech, he said “The recognition this award gives me goes a long way to improving journalistic standards for many colleagues who are working under very difficult conditions”. He also urged everyone to pray for his country so that its leaders would put the country first instead of parochial interests. He also won the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation Award for Excellence in HIV/AIDS reporting. » Read more…

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Fat Joe and Omarion Rock Ghana

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The much anticipated “State of the Republic Concert” which was billed to bring Sean Kingston and Fat Joe to Ghana had its fair share of drama, the stuff Hollywood movies are made of. It almost became the “State of Confusion Concert” when organizers were plunged into a state of uncertainty and rescheduling. Sean Kingston pulled out at the last minute apparently because his mum advised him against taking the recommended yellow fever shot before going to Ghana. What a big mama’s boy! But I reckon that the chubby superstar is really afraid of needles because frankly he could have gone against his mum and then later sing ‘Dry Your Eyes’ for his mother. LOL! » Read more…

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MTN Soccer Academy auditions kickoff in Accra.

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Ghana’s biggest sports TV reality series, MTN Soccer Academy has returned for season two and hundreds of young aspiring footballers have auditioned in Accra, for a spot in the series. » Read more…

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Beautiful Ghana Girls Ready to Lean Back….

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I know this may sounds a bit corny but I couldn’t find a better way to express myself about Sean Kingston and Fat Joe’s visit to Ghana. After all the brought us smash hits like ‘Beautiful Girl’ and ‘Lean Back’ respectively. Haha! The two artists in Ghana for a one of a kind concert dubbed “State of the Republic Concert” and are billed to perform on Saturday July 19 at the Accra International Conference Centre. They will be supported by Ghanaian/UK rap superstar Sway and a host of other local supporting Acts. » Read more…

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Big hair, tight pants and bell-bottoms!

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Yes, the Stars of the Future night of oldies did not only bring back the sounds of th eighties but also the fashion statements that characterized the decade. The remaining nine contestants dazzled audiences (for the most part) with classic sounds from icons such as Cool & The Gang, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston and Eddy Grant to mention a few.

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Miss South Africa Makes Top 15

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Miss Venezuela, Dayana Mendoza, has been crowned as Miss Universe 2008 at the star studded event at the Crown Convention Center in Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa, Vietnam. The 22 years-old beauty queen’s career ambition is to become an Interior Designer. She also enjoys photography and is interested in advertising. As expected, the odds were stacked against our African representatives to this year’s pageant but our girls managed to have a lot of fun during their trip to Vietnam. It seems that having fun at the pageant is the real reward that Africans can expect at these contests. LOL! » Read more…

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Stars of the Future Celebrates Ghanaian Music

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Ghana’s search for the next contemporary urban artist took a different turn when the remaining 10 contestants performed sweet Ghanaian music to mark Ghana’s 48^th republic day celebrations. And wow, the performances were just refreshing. Personally, the Ghanaian music night has been the best so far and judging by the response of the audience, I am not alone on that assertion.
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Carry Dare Go!

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment

What a heading huh? Yeah I know! But after listening to Dare Art-Alade’s “Carry Dey Go” featuring 2Face Idibia, I am convinced that he will finally get out of the dangerous purgatory zone, where brilliant artists continue to release good singles but are never able to generate the right buzz that reflects their talent. After Dare’s impressive showing at Project Fame (Africa’s version of the UK hit reality series, Fame Academy), Africa was literally under his feet for the taking. » Read more…

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Kwaw Kesse Disses Art Critics Award

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The Arts Critics and Reviewers Association of Ghana (ACRAG) on Ghana’s Republic Day, July 1, held its 20th edition of the AGRAG Awards after a long hiatus. The awards are meant to acknowledge excellence in Ghanaian creativity in the arts and culture. The association conferred its highest honour, the Flagstar, on internationally-acclaimed writer, university teacher and consultant on education and gender issues, Ama Ata Aidoo. » Read more…

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A Glitzy Ghana Fashion Week

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The fashion world turned its eyes on Ghana from June 27 to July, when Exopa Model Agency hosted its first ever Ghana Fashion Week. The glitz and glamour of high fashion came into full glare as several talented up-and-coming African fashion designers showcased their creativity and unique sense of fashion.

There were three separate fashion shows at various venues in Accra. These runway shows sparkled with style, elegance, and some eccentrics as world-class models from Exopa Model Agency showcased the amazing ready-to-wear couture from Ghanaian designers such as Ama-Nua Williams, Patrick of House Eccentric and Clara Lawson. Nigeria’s 2004 Fashion Designer of the year winner, Adebayo Adegbe of Modela Couture literally dazzled audiences with his uniquely golden collections. His love for shimmering material reflected in his collection. Kumi Bespoke also proved that he wasn’t a protégée of ace Ghanaian/British designer, Ozwald Boateng for nothing. He showcased a highly impressive range of men suits tailored to suit the desire of any man who knows his fashion. Allan David, Titi Ademola, Gille Toure, » Read more…

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We are still together!

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Yes, the Hollywood styled love affair between Ghanaian movie superstar Nadia Buari and Chelsea footballer, Michael Essien is alive and brewing. The couple may not be Posh and Beck but they have certainly received their share of media attention for their highly publicised relationship. » Read more…

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