Streetbeatz Highlights New Wave of Afrodancehall Talent in Ghana
Renowned Ghanaian producer Streetbeatz has shared his thoughts on the next generation of Afrodancehall artists, pointing to a new wave of talent ready to carry the genre forward. Speaking in a recent interview, the hitmaker—best known for his long-standing work with Stonebwoy—emphasized that the future of the sound remains bright, with several emerging acts already…
Streetbeatz & Stonebwoy: A Decade-Long Run Shaping Afrodancehall Hits
Ghanaian music producer Bright Kwame Appiah, popularly known as Streetbeatz, continues to cement his legacy as one of the key architects behind the evolution of Afrodancehall. Over the years, BET Award-winning artist Stonebwoy has remained the artist Streetbeatz has recorded the most hit records with—a partnership that has consistently delivered chart-topping songs and cultural impact.…
Building a Sustainable Future in Fashion: Six Young Designers in Ghana Win National Circular Fashion Competition
Accra, Ghana – A new wave of innovation is sweeping across Ghana’s fashion industry as six emerging designers have been crowned winners of the national “Building a Sustainable Future in Fashion” competition, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting sustainability, circular economy practices, and youth employment in the creative sector. The competition, sponsored by OVS Ventures…
“I Don’t Believe in Boxing God”: Ara The Jay Reflects on Faith, Survival, and Prophetic Artistry on Rock Hour
In a revealing premiere episode of the new series Rock Hour, Ghanaian sensation Ara The Jay sat down with host Paulina Rock during his Odyssey Europe Tour to offer a masterclass in creative philosophy and spiritual resilience. Rejecting the industry’s obsession with labels, the artist explained that he refuses to be confined to a single…
UN Votes on Resolution Condemning Transatlantic Slave Trade: U.S. Among 3 Opponents
In a landmark vote at the United Nations, a resolution recognizing the transatlantic slave trade and racialized chattel enslavement of Africans as crimes against humanity was adopted with 123 countries voting in favor, 3 against, and 52 abstentions. Countries voting in favor included Ghana, Brazil, South Africa, and Jamaica, reflecting broad support from nations directly…
Ghana Moves Toward Mandatory Biometric SIM Registration, Says Minister Sam George
Ghana is set to launch a new, mandatory SIM registration process aimed at enhancing national security and curbing mobile money fraud. Sam Nartey George, the Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, defended the necessity of this exercise on ChannelOne TV’s “Face To Face,” emphasizing the need for a truly biometrically verified database. Addressing critics of the…
Jay-Z Marks 30-Year Milestone with Candid Look at Turmoil, Growth, and Future Ambitions
Thirty years after the release of his debut album, Reasonable Doubt, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter sat down for a rare, comprehensive video cover story with GQ to reflect on his legacy, recent personal challenges, and his vision for the future. Now 56, the billionaire mogul opened up about the emotional turmoil of 2025 and his determination…
‘We Own Nothing’: Chocolate City Founder Audu Maikori Warns of Afrobeats Intellectual Property Crisis
While Nigerian music has achieved unprecedented global success, industry veteran Audu Maikori warns that African artists are quietly losing ownership of their culture due to a lack of proper legal infrastructure. Maikori, who built Chocolate City into one of Africa’s most enduring record labels, argues that massive streaming numbers do not equate to financial sovereignty…
Jehovah’s Witnesses Update Blood Transfusion Policy to Permit Use of Members’ Own Stored Blood
The religious group Jehovah’s Witnesses has announced an update to its longstanding policy on blood transfusions, allowing members to have their own blood removed, stored and later returned to them during certain medical procedures. Under the revised guidance, members may undergo medical treatments in which their own blood is collected in advance and reinfused during…
“I Felt Light, Free”: J. Cole Breaks Silence on Kendrick Lamar Apology and ‘The Fall-Off’ in Exclusive Interview
In a rare and candid conversation, Grammy-winning artist J. Cole has officially opened up about the whirlwind events of 2024, his mental state following his public apology to Kendrick Lamar, and the impending release of his seventh studio album, The Fall-Off. Speaking from his childhood home on 2014 Forest Hills Drive, Cole sat down with…
