Funeral rites for veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Yaw Sarpong will take place from May 8 to May 10, with final ceremonies scheduled at Asuofua Town Park in the Ashanti Region. A wake‑keeping will be held on Thursday, May 8, followed by the burial service and final funeral rites at the same venue on May 9, where thousands of mourners are expected to gather to honour the celebrated gospel icon. A thanksgiving service will conclude the funeral activities on May 10, according to the family. Yaw Sarpong, founder and leader of the renowned Asomafo Band, died in January 2026 at the…
Author: Nino Blaq
The Ice King of Aburi, popularly known in entertainment circles as DJ Azonto, has been officially installed as the Nkosuo Hene (Development King) of Aburi. The prestigious traditional title comes with the responsibility of driving development initiatives and transforming the lives of the youth in the historic town. The installation ceremony, which attracted traditional authorities, youth groups, and supporters, marked a significant milestone in DJ Azonto’s growing influence beyond music and entertainment. As Nkosuo Hene, he is expected to use his platform, creativity, and networks to champion development projects, promote youth empowerment, and create opportunities for skills development and employment.…
Creative Republic Ltd., organizers of the Ghana Comedy Awards, have officially announced that the 2026 edition of the prestigious comedy event will take place on August 1, 2026. The announcement has already sparked excitement among comedy lovers and industry players across the country. Although many people recognize the scheme as the Ghana Comedy Awards, now in its third year under that name, its roots go back to 2020 when it was first introduced as the Comedy and Poetry Awards. Over time, the brand evolved to focus fully on comedy, leading to its rebranding. With this history, the event now celebrates…
Ghanaian media executive and artist MC KIKI has released a new song titled “Blackstars (Pride of Africa)”, aimed at celebrating Ghana’s national football team as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches. The new release marks MC KIKI’s official entry into mainstream music after years working behind the scenes in media and entertainment. Known professionally as a trained chemist, MC KIKI has built his career across radio, live events and artist management, applying a methodical approach to creative work. Before recording music, he established himself as a radio marketer and presenter, where he focused on audience engagement and content strategy. He…
As the excitement surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to build, Ghanaian football fans in the United States are preparing to experience the tournament. Come June 2026, the spirit of Ghana would shift to the World Cup as the Black Stars are set to play in two major USA cities Boston and Philadelphia. During the tournament, there would be vibrant Black Stars Fan Parks, promising football, culture, music, and community all in one electrifying celebration. The first stop will be Foxborough, Massachusetts, on June 22, 2026, where fans will gather at the Foxboro Recreation Grounds, 80 South Street, Foxborough.…