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George Quaye

George Quaye — Ghanaian playwright premiering Gayina's Pound of Flesh, an African adaptation of The Merchant of Venice at the National Theatre.

2026-05-072026-10-16

In coverage

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  1. October 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Speaking on Joy Prime’s Prime Time, hosted by George Quaye, Rocky Dawuni appeared alongside King Ayisoba and described the I Want To See You My Father hitmaker as a trailblazer who stayed true to his roots and opened doors for a generation of artistes blending traditional Ghanaia …

    Rocky Dawuni celebrates King Ayisoba for taking traditional music global
  3. Joy Online

    … In an exclusive interview on Joy Prime’s Prime Time, hosted by George Quaye, the Ghanaian international reggae and Afro-Roots star reflected on his journey from Ghana to the world stage and how he has remained consistent for more than two decades. …

    ‘I don’t make music for awards, I make it to connect people’ – Rocky Dawuni
  4. Joy Online

    … Speaking on Joy Prime’s Prime Time in an interview with host George Quaye, Wode Maya said he was honest with Miss Trudy from the very beginning about his situation. …

    Wode Maya recounts how he won Miss Trudy’s heart with Shatta Wale’s song
  5. Joy Online

    … The singer was speaking on Prime Time with George Quaye. The discussion centred on his breakthrough, recognition at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA), and his feature on Shatta Wale’s projects. …

    BlaKid reflects on Shatta Wale collaboration and TGMA recognition
  6. Joy Online

    … Speaking in an interview with host George Quaye on Joy Prime’s Prime Morning on Wednesday, Mr Provencal expressed concern about how leadership structures function within the creative space. …

    Poor institutional leadership hindering Ghana’s creative industry – Oscar Provencal
  7. August 2026
  8. Joy Online

    … Adom Kiki also spoke candidly with hosts George Quaye and Merqury Quaye about his strong Christian upbringing, revealing that he was born and raised in the Presbyterian Church—a foundation that continues to influence both his music and personal life. …

    Adom Kiki turns gratitude into worship with new song ‘Nyame Aboa Me’
  9. July 2026
  10. Joy Online

    Ghanaian playwright and director George Quaye is set to premiere Gayina’s Pound of Flesh, an original African adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice, at the National Theatre this August. …

    Gayina’s Pound of Flesh: George Quaye’s new play explores religious intolerance in Ghana
  11. May 2026
  12. Joy Online

    … And that’s how she earned herself GhC 15,000 from Nii McKorley, an Agribusiness entrepreneur, son of Dr Daniel McKorley, as well as One Year Fully Sponsored Public Speaking Coaching from a renowned Public Speaking Professional, George Quaye. …

    Drenched but Unbroken: The resilience of a BECE candidate at the McDan Youth Connect
  13. Joy Online

    … Speaking on Joy Prime’s Prime Time show with George Quaye on May 6, 2026, the TGMA New Artiste of the Year nominee explained that they made efforts to trace the rightful owners of the song before releasing the cover but faced challenges. …

    Adom Kiki opens up on ‘Gyataburuwa’ lawsuit ahead of TGMA 2026
  14. Joy Online

    … Speaking on Prime Time with George Quaye and Merqury Quaye, the award-winning singer reflected on his career journey, industry lessons, and how fame has shaped his outlook on music and business. …

    It’s possible to earn $100,000 monthly in music – Kuami Eugene
Culture

Rocky Dawuni praises King Ayisoba for global traditional music reach

The News

Grammy-nominated musician Rocky Dawuni has praised traditional music legend King Ayisoba for taking Ghanaian traditional sounds and the Kologo instrument to the international stage, crediting him as a trailblazer who preserved authenticity while opening doors for artists blending traditional rhythms with modern sounds.

15 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. Rocky Dawuni praises King Ayisoba for global traditional music reach

    Grammy-nominated musician Rocky Dawuni has praised traditional music legend King Ayisoba for taking Ghanaian traditional sounds and the Kologo instrument to the international stage, crediting him as a trailblazer who preserved authenticity while opening doors for artists blending traditional rhythms with modern sounds.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. Four-time Grammy nominee Rocky Dawuni prioritizes connection over awards

    Ghanaian reggae and Afro-Roots artist Rocky Dawuni, who has received four Grammy nominations, says his music career is driven by a desire to inspire connection, unity, and positive change rather than win awards. His nominations include Best Reggae Album for Branches of The Same Tree (2015), Best Global Music Album for Voice of Bunbon Vol. 1 (2021/2022), Best Global Music Performance for Neva Bow Down (2023), and Best Global Music Performance for Rise at the 67th Grammy Awards (2025).

    16 hours ago · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

  1. Wode Maya serenaded Miss Trudy with Shatta Wale song

    YouTuber Wode Maya recounted how his wife Miss Trudy believed in his dreams when he had nothing, and how he later serenaded her with Shatta Wale's "Freedom," which became a special song in their relationship.

    9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 8 October

  1. BlaKid reflects on Shatta Wale mentorship and TGMA recognition

    Ghanaian artiste BlaKid says working with Shatta Wale taught him lessons about consistency, confidence and work ethic, describing it as a turning point that introduced his music to a wider audience. He also reflected on his recognition at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards as humbling and motivating.

    8 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Poor institutional leadership hampering Ghana's creative industry growth

    Actor Oscar Provencal has identified poor institutional leadership as a major setback hindering Ghana's creative industry, arguing that the industry's challenges reflect broader national problems and calling for visionary leaders who are qualified, knowledgeable, and not encumbered by politics.

    1 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Gospel artiste Adom Kiki releases worship song 'Nyame Aboa Me'

    Award-winning gospel artiste Adom Kiki has released a new worship song, "Nyame Aboa Me," a thanksgiving anthem celebrating God's faithfulness and mercy. He also discussed his loss at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards and his Presbyterian Church upbringing.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 14 July

  1. George Quaye premieres Shakespearean adaptation on religious intolerance

    Ghanaian playwright George Quaye is premiering Gayina's Pound of Flesh, an original African adaptation of The Merchant of Venice, at the National Theatre in August. Set in present-day Kumasi, the play explores religious intolerance, revenge, justice and forgiveness through a contemporary Ghanaian lens, following a traditional moneylender whose indigenous faith has made him a target of ridicule.

    14 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 9 May

  1. BECE candidate braves flooded Kumasi roads to pitch business idea

    Alice Esinam, a BECE candidate from KNUST Senior High School, overcame heavy rain, flooded roads and traffic in Kumasi to reach the 2nd Adventist Edition of the McDan Youth Connect, where she pitched her mother's decade-old catering business to a panel of judges including Prophet Prakash.

    9 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 7 May

  1. Gospel artiste Adom Kiki settles lawsuit over 'Gyataburuwa' cover

    Gospel artiste Adom Kiki has resolved a lawsuit filed against him and Joe Mettle over their cover of 'Gyataburuwa' through an agreement with the late Osei Boateng's family. Kiki, nominated for TGMA New Artiste of the Year, said they had acknowledged Boateng and attempted to reach his family before releasing the cover.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghanaian artistes can earn $100,000 monthly, says Kuami Eugene

    Musician Kuami Eugene says artistes in Ghana can earn as much as $100,000 monthly from music if they strategically diversify income sources through naming rights, performances, endorsements, streaming, and other opportunities within the entertainment ecosystem.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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