There is a new social dilemma: some gender activists are calling for the flip of the narrative of gender role in our society. It is a quest for a change in the social concept towards the ‘modern day career woman’ – who is said to have worn pants and has supposedly entered the roles and … Read more
Organisers of widely considered to be Africa’s most important film event and the most prestigious film award in Africa, Africa Movie Academy Awards, popularly known as AMAA May 13, 2017 announced the nominations for the 13 edition. The award is aimed at honouring and promoting excellence in the African movie industry as well as uniting … Read more
The toast to mothers on Mothers Day did not go wild just amongst the ordiniary folks, but to the homes of music icons, as asempanews.com chanced on a depiction of lovely mother-daughter moment of Beninese musician Angelique Kidjo. The multiple award winning muscician shared a rare photo of herself with her mother who looked gracious … Read more
Sensational Ghanaian Traditional/Afro pop musician,Lily M has revealed emphatically that she will be featuring Grammy award winning Afro-pop singer Angélique Kidjo from Benin and multiple international award winning Afro-pop singer Selif keita also from Mali in her upcoming song. Lily M,whose major breakthrough was with the release of her singles (“Strength Of A Woman ft … Read more
Ghanaian pioneers and trailblazers will be honored at the maiden Ghana Legacy Honors, in commemoration of Ghana’s 60th independence anniversary. The inaugural honorees, comprising of both local and diaspora Ghanaians who have broken glass ceilings in their respective fields, will be honored for their colossal achievements, impact, and contribution towards the legacy of Ghana on … Read more
Showbiz icon Wiyaala has cautioned upcoming female artistes to be wary of characters in the local entertainment industry who demand sexual favours in return for their supposed help. She, however, submitted that “there are many genuine guys in the industry,” insisting that she had benefitted from the support of some good guys. Speaking to Graphic … Read more
The Kennedy Center, the giant arts complex in Washington, on Wednesday announced a new bid to shake off its staid reputation with a festival of risque and genre-blurring performances. Opening next year, the Direct Current festival will bring 80-year-old Philip Glass, often considered the leading living US composer, to the national arts center for the … Read more
On March 25th, Ghanaian pioneers and trailblazers will be honored at the maiden Ghana Legacy Honors, in commemoration of Ghana’s 60th independence anniversary. The inaugural honorees, comprising of both local and diaspora Ghanaians who have broken glass ceilings in their respective fields, will be honored for their colossal achievements, impact, and contribution towards the legacy … Read more
On March 25th, Ghanaian pioneers and trailblazers will be honored at the maiden Ghana Legacy Honors, in commemoration of Ghana’s 60th independence anniversary. The inaugural honorees, comprising of both local and diaspora Ghanaians who have broken glass ceilings in their respective fields, will be honored for their colossal achievements, impact, and contribution towards the legacy … Read more
Ghanaian pioneers and trailblazers will be honored at the maiden Ghana Legacy Honors, on March 25, 2017, in commemoration of Ghana’s 60th independence anniversary. The inaugural honorees, comprising of both local and diaspora Ghanaians who have broken glass ceilings in their respective fields, will be honored for their colossal achievements, impact, and contribution towards the … Read more
Afro-pop singer, Wiyaala says she will never mime because she is not a lazy artiste. According to the ‘Young Lioness of Africa’, she is exploring other means of entertaining an audience through live performances because she would want event organisers and patrons to take her serious. Wiyaala who is clearly influenced by the equally striking … Read more
Grammy award singer, Angelique Kidjo, has shown off her pretty daughter. The Beninese songwriter, Angelique Kidjo, shared a spectacular photo of herself and her daughter. She posted a picture with her daughter via social media (Instagram). The legendary songstress displayed strong bond between mother and daughter as she accompanied the snapshot with a touching message … Read more
Ghanaian traditional musician, Albert Apoozore popularly known as King Ayisoba has stated that, he still owns the bragging rights as Ghana’s best musician with global appeal. According to him, he remains the only musician who has been able to remain relevant over the years as compared to some other musicians. Speaking in an interview with … Read more
Angélique Kidjo, Beninese Grammy Award winning singer left audience on French TV show ‘Taratata’ spell bound with a short delivery in a video circulating on social media. The video posted on Instagram by Taratata official shows the songwriter and activist singing a beautiful tune in her native language to a large audience at the studio. … Read more
One of Ghana’s biggest musical sensation ChoirMaster has rebuked the influx of English songs by Ghanaian artistes saying “singing in English does not guarantee you a hit.” During an exclusive interview with Lennon Kweku Guy Guy (Celebrity Base Tv) ChoirMaster added “no disrespect to other acts who prefer English but of late you hear most … Read more
The TV talent show format …Got Talent has been around since 2005. A South African version has been broadcast since 2009, and people in North Africa – through the Arabic version – have been watching it since 2011. Now Francophone Africa is to get its version from tonight called l’Afrique a un Incroyable Talent with … Read more
A number of top Ghanaians entertainment personalities have received nominations for the 2016 edition of international award ceremony, Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television & Arts (BEFFTA) Awards. Among those who got nominations were top actress Yvonne Okoro, rapper Sarkodie, dancehall artiste Stonebwoy, Abraham Attah, Shatta Wale, Efya, among others. Yvonne was nominated for Best Lead … Read more
South African music superstar Yvonne Chaka Chaka has been announced as the Headline Artiste for this year’s Vodafone African Legends Night organized by Global Media Alliance. Yvonne becomes the first female singer to headline the show since it started last six years. Yvonne, also known as the Princess of Africa, is expected to mount the … Read more