Day 3 of the Second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit took place on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra.
As part of the activities that took place on the day, the Legacy Awards ho…
Netflix saw profits shoot up in the UK last year while its tax bill doubled.
The streamer, which for just the third year was publishing revenue from UK subscribers via its Netflix Services UK subsidiary, saw operating profit rise by 70%…
The future of Ghanaian dancehall is looking bright, and superstar Stonebwoy has his eyes on one rising talent in particular: Aklerh.
In an interview with OkayAfrica Channel, the acclaimed reggae-dancehall icon named Aklerh as a lead…
UK-based-Ghanaian Gospel artiste, Joseph Matthew is billed to perform at this year’s Ghana Music Awards-UK scheduled for Meridian Grand, North London, UK on Saturday, November 30.
-Joseph Matthew known for songs such as My Story, Not Al…
Ghanaian rapper Gambo, known for his hit song "Drip", recently sat down with Voice of America (VOA) reporter Mike Hove during his US tour to discuss his experiences in America, the rise of Afrobeats, and his encounters with industry icons.…
The world is warming faster than at any time in recorded history. This rapid climate change is already releasing a wave of extreme weather wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and droughts. The only way to slow this wave of catastrophic climate …
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Seven percent of consumers admitted to watching pirated movies and TV shows, according to the results of a new survey published by Deloitte. In reality, the number who pirate movies and shows is …
Hundreds of models turned up for this year’s Rhythms On Da Runway Model Casting held at the African Regent Hotel in Accra on Sunday, October 6.
The platform served as an opportunity presented by Nineteen57 Events…
RENOWNED British actor and producer Idris Elba has urged African filmmakers to diversify their distribution channels and look beyond popular streaming platforms such as Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
The Beast of No Nation actor acknowl…
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, one of the most successful rappers and music moguls in the US, will soon be on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges.
At a hearing attended by Mr Combs on Thursday, a judge ruled his trial will begin o…
Love is Blind Italy is the latest version of the dating format at the streamer, with other versions running in the UK, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Brazil, Sweden and Argentina.
The original was created in the U.S. by The North Road C…
Sean "Diddy" Combs has filed a third appeal in an attempt to be freed from jail. The embattled music mogul, 54, has been behind bars since his Sept. 16 arrest as he faces sex trafficking and other federal criminal charges. He's pleaded not…
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The Dominion Centre in London was transformed into a haven of worship as the highly anticipated ‘AkwantuPa Experience’ with award-winning gospel artist Diana Hamilton unfolded to a packed and expectant crowd.
Fans lined up in ma…
Legendary British actor Idris Elba has called on African filmmakers to focus on producing high-quality content.
The second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit (ACS) kicked off on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the Movenpick Ambassador …
Saturday, 5th October saw the inaugural edition of the Ghana DanceSport League, with Team Hubes Dance Crew winning the number 1 spot, over United Kings Academy, 4Bent Dance Crew, Asa Academy, Flames Dance Company, and BAS Academy. This cam…
Kanye West and Bianca Censori slammed split rumors by taking a romantic trip to Japan together.
The “Runaway” rapper, 47, and Yeezy architect, 29, were spotted looking very much in love in photos from a shopping spree in Tokyo, Japan.…
Mark Zuckerberg is making sure his wife, Priscilla Chan, rides in style.
The 40-year-old Facebook founder revealed on Sunday, Oct. 6, that he commissioned an off-market Porsche minivan for his wife, Priscilla Chan.
Zuckerberg posted …
Sierra Leone is preparing to host the UN Women in Tourism Africa Regional Congress in Freetown from October 29-31, 2024.
Under the theme “Beyond Empowerment to Education, Innovation, and Finance Access,” the event is…
The prestigious Africa Cinema Summit (ACS) continued its second edition at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra, Ghana.
Following the high-profile opening day featuring British actor Idris Elba, Day 2 welcomed the presen…
The Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II has urged the next government that will take over in 2025 to fund a movie about legendary former Ghanaian boxer Azumah Nelson.
The prestigious Africa Cinema Summit (ACS) continued its second …
The star died at home in New Jersey while under hospice care for Alzheimer's disease
Cissy Houston, mother of the late Whitney Houston and an iconic gospel singer herself, has died. She was 91.
Houston died at her home in New Jersey …
South African musician, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, has spoken about the successes that African musicians have chalked on the global music scene.
Speaking to Nicholas Ekow Yamoah of JoyNews, mentioned the recent collaborations between African a…
Some captivating Jazz and other shades of contemporary popular music will come the way of patrons of the +233 Jazz Bar & Grill in Accra this weekend when the club brings on Swiss vibraphonist Thomas Dobler and the GHJazz Collective on S…
Popular gospel musician Broda Sammy is calling for an end to the marginalization of young people with perceived "ungodly" lifestyles in churches. Instead, he urges churches to show love and acceptance.
Broda Sammy's recent gospel drill …
Afrobeats superstar Davido has set the record straight on his upbringing, emphasizing that he comes from a respectful family despite his occasional public controversies.
During a courtesy visit to the Olu of Warri in Delta State on S…
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Sean “Diddy” Combs’ mother has come to his defense amid a series of legal troubles involving accusations of sexual assault and sex trafficking.
Janice Small Combs released a statement Sunday through her attorney, Natlie G. Figgers, and …
The Africa Film Academy, producers of the Africa Movie Award Academy, AMAA, have revealed the highly anticipated nominations for the upcoming 20th edition.
Celebrated Ghanaian actress, Jackie Appiah, has been nominated in the Best A…
Internationally-acclaimed Ghanaian folk and Highlife musician, Daniel Kwabena Boa-Amponsem, better known as Agya Koo Nimo, is among four individuals who will be honoured at this year’s Rhythms on Da Runway, scheduled for the Grand Arena of…
Kitale Film Week, Kenya’s rapidly growing 8-day film festival held in Trans Nzoia County, is excited to announce the addition of three renowned film industry professionals to its 2025 selection committee: Tosh Gitonga, Pierrick Chabi, and …
For the past 11 years, Tidal Rave has been one of Ghana's biggest beach parties, delivering loads of fun and an unforgettable experience.
Initially held at Kokrobite Beach, the event moved to La Palm Beach, Accra, two years ago, and h…
HIPLIFE musician Wutah Kobby, of the defunct music duo Wutah has officially dropped Dollar Dollar, the first single and title track of his upcoming EP scheduled for release later this year.
Dollar Dollar is to reintroduce the talented a…
Smith said he promised to do all he could "to be a good daddy," following his son's birth on Thursday, Oct. 3
Will Smith opened up about the "terrifying" birth of his first son Trey during An Evening with Will Smith at the Gramm…
Ghanaian actress, Benedicta Gafah has debunked claims of undergoing a Brazilian butt lift (BBL).
She is one of the female celebrities who has been criticised by some social media users as having gone under the knife due to her body shap…
Sean "Diddy" Combs and 50 Cent's feud goes back to the latter's 2006 diss "The Bomb," in which he accused Combs of being involved in Biggie's murder
50 Cent is just as well known for his music as he is for his outspoken drama with other…
With their upcoming event just around the corner, the Eat Drink Music Festival’s organizers are extending their highly anticipated experience to young attendees.
In a bid to promote family-friendly fun, they announce…
Yvonne Chaka Chaka, the legendary South African musician popularly known as the “Princess of Africa,” has urged President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to enforce and implement his promises to defeat illegal mining activi…
Rihanna answered in a way that only the Bad Gyal could when asked if she’s ever attended a Diddy party or “freak off.”
A paparazzo caught up with the global icon on Wednesday (Oct. 2) while she was exiting a party, and asked her, “Did y…
Coldplay has always overflowed with earnestness, and that desire to hug the world has only amplified as singer Chris Martin and his kindred spirit bandmates march deeper into middle age.
“Moon Music,” the band’s 10th studio album, out F…
Ghanaian musician C Burn, known for one of his hit singles ‘Detti Water,’ has officially released his much-anticipated second EP titled “Aidoo Intelligence.”
This project reflects C Burn’s confidence in his creative …
The 2nd edition of the Ghana Reggae Dancehall Awards (GRDA) has officially been launched, urging industry stakeholders to elevate the Reggae Dancehall genre and ensure it receives the recognition it deserves.
The launch took place on Th…
Karen Igho, former Big Brother Africa winner, has revealed that she has been without a home for a year.
Karen Igbo, a Nigerian won the 2011 Big Brother Africa.
Igho, in a post on X, disclosed that she has been homeless because she is…
DDG and Bailey first sparked dating rumors in January 2022 before welcoming son Halo late last year
Halle Bailey and DDG have split, the social media star announced.
In a statement shared to his Instagram Stories on Thursday, Oct. 3,…
Nearly two weeks after Kim Kardashian’s advocacy work around prison reform led her to a meeting with imprisoned Erik and Lyle Menendez, the reality TV star and business mogul is speaking in hopes that the brother’s life sentences can be “r…
The Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Arts, and Culture, Mark Okraku Mantey, has urged radio presenters to allocate more airtime to discussing government policies related to the creative arts industry, similar to other policies.
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DESPITE his exceptional talent that earned him the topmost spot as winner of Season 12 of the music reality show Mentor early this year, budding musician Byno Ayoni has revealed that his albinism has been a significant barrier to securing …
Ghanaian hip-hop musician and entrepreneur, D-Black has made a bold statement - if he were to become the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, he'd dissolve music unions like Musicians Union of Ghana(MUSIGA), Ghana Music Rights Organisati…
It’s not always easy to find out which movies hit theaters each week, especially after the Hollywood strikes led to so many release date changes. With the WGA and actors’ strikes resolved and summer blockbusters rolling in, October is fill…
The singer is the latest to remove a mention of the disgraced hip-hop mogul from his music
Joe Jonas is the latest musician to strip any reference of Sean "Diddy" Combs from his music.
During the Sept. 28 Jonas Brothers concert at th…