Radio presenter hosting the 6th Ghana Comedy Awards on August 1, 2026.
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Kwame Dadzie Renowned Ghanaian radio presenter, Kwame Dadzie, has been unveiled as the host of this year’s Ghana Comedy Awards 2026. …
Kwame Dadzie To Host Ghana Comedy AwardsJoy Online
… Speaking on Daybreak Hitz with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Hitz FM, the musician reflected on the poor treatment reggae and dancehall artistes received during the early years of the genre, saying they were often disrespected despite their talent and contribution to Ghanaian m …
The struggles behind reggae and dancehall’s rise in Ghana must be documented – Sugar RankingJoy Online
… The discussion will be moderated by broadcaster and arts and culture journalist, Kwame Dadzie. …
Joy FM’s Showbiz Roundtable to assess Mahama administration’s performance in tourism, culture and creative artsJoy Online
… Speaking on Daybreak Hitz with Kwame Dadzie and Doreen Avio on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the musician said highlife remains the foundation of Ghana’s musical identity and deserves greater attention from local artistes. …
I will eventually switch from reggae and dancehall to highlife – Sugar RankingJoy Online
… Speaking during a discussion on the role of public relations in the creative industry on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z, Vida told host Kwame Dadzie that although PR stunts can be effective for some musicians, they do not align with Stonebwoy’s brand. …
Stonebwoy doesn’t rely on PR stunts for publicity – Vida AdutwumwaaJoy Online
… Speaking to arts and culture journalist Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z on July 11, 2026, Jay Foley said he resumed music production towards the end of last year and is currently working on a special project featuring a number of popular artistes. …
Jay Foley returns to music production, hints at releasing star-studded EPJoy Online
… Speaking to arts and culture journalist Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z on July 11, 2026, Jay Foley said he resumed music production towards the end of last year and is currently working on a special project featuring a number of popular artistes. …
Jay Foley returns to music production, hints at releasing star-studded EPJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z on July 11, 2026, he told arts and culture journalist Kwame Dadzie that although individual voice-over artistes are making efforts to advance the industry, there is a need for collective action from industry associations and government. …
Andrew Tandoh Adote calls for stronger copyright laws to protect voice-over artistesJoy Online
… Speaking to Kwame Dadzie on Joy FM‘s Showbiz A-Z, Ball J said that before entering the voice-over business, he believed having a good voice was all that was needed. …
Networking is key to success in voice-over business – Ball JJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview with Doreen Avio and Kwame Dadzie on Daybreak Hitz, Osebo explained that he is naturally drawn to songs that convey powerful messages rather than those created solely for enjoyment. …
I don’t listen to songs that lack substance – OseboRadio presenter Kwame Dadzie will host the 6th Ghana Comedy Awards on August 1, 2026, at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ridge, Accra. The event, organised by Creative Republic Limited, celebrates outstanding achievements in the Ghanaian comedy industry across categories including Comedy Actor of the Year and Comic TV/Radio Programme of the Year.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Radio presenter Kwame Dadzie will host the 6th Ghana Comedy Awards on August 1, 2026, at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ridge, Accra. The event, organised by Creative Republic Limited, celebrates outstanding achievements in the Ghanaian comedy industry across categories including Comedy Actor of the Year and Comic TV/Radio Programme of the Year.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Veteran reggae and dancehall artiste Sugar Ranking has called for the struggles of pioneers who established reggae and dancehall in Ghana to be documented and preserved as part of the country's music history. He reflected on the poor treatment reggae and dancehall artistes received in the early years of the genre and cited such experiences as a reason for joining the Ghana Armed Forces, to demonstrate that reggae and dancehall artistes could be disciplined and responsible.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy FM's ninth Showbiz Roundtable will examine the Mahama administration's performance in tourism, culture and creative arts over the past 20 months, featuring a panel discussion on government commitments, policy implementation, and the creative economy's path forward. The four-hour programme airs live on Saturday, August 8, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Joy FM, Joy Prime and Joy News.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Reggae and dancehall artiste Sugar Ranking TheRabbi said he will eventually dedicate more effort to highlife music, which he describes as the foundation of Ghana's musical identity. He explained that while reggae and dancehall have played a significant role in his career, he plans to transition to highlife or mid-tempo reggae at a later stage once his youthful exuberance fades.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vida Adutwumwaa, Head of Public Relations at Stonebwoy's Burniton Music Group, said the dancehall musician does not rely on PR stunts for publicity, noting that such strategies do not align with his brand or character. She dismissed suggestions that his recent cryptic social media posts were publicity stunts, describing them instead as spontaneous reactions.
20 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian broadcaster and music producer Jay Foley has resumed music production after stepping away for several years, recently working on a special EP featuring popular artistes that he plans to release as a celebration of his journey and contributions to Ghana's music industry.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian broadcaster and music producer Jay Foley has resumed music production after stepping away for several years, and is currently working on a special EP featuring popular artistes that he plans to release as a way of celebrating his contributions to Ghana's music industry.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian actor and voice-over artiste Andrew Tandoh Adote has called for stronger legislation to protect intellectual property rights of voice-over artistes and ensure they receive royalties. He emphasized that while individual artistes and industry associations are making efforts, government support through legislation is necessary to standardize the industry and prevent existing initiatives from failing.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian music producer and voice-over artiste Ball J has stressed that networking and communication are as important as talent in the voice-over business, noting that building relationships with industry players and connecting through social media and production credits can unlock job opportunities that talent alone cannot secure.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Fashion entrepreneur Osebo the Zaraman says he is selective about music, preferring songs with meaningful and thought-provoking lyrics over those focused on catchy beats. He cited gospel, funeral, and hiplife tracks as examples of music that carry powerful messages, including works by Obrafour and M.anifest.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Voice-over artiste Jay Foley has called on Ghanaian voice artistes to digitise their voices on AI platforms to create new revenue streams and improve Ghanaian language representation, noting that AI platforms currently lack Ghanaian voice-over artistes and struggle to pronounce local words accurately. He has cloned his own voice for commercial use on these platforms.
14 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Fashion entrepreneur Osebo The Fashion King apologised to Bishop Daniel Obinim, founder of the International God's Way Church, over a promotional video he recorded with Obinim's wife Florence. Osebo said he had no intention of disrespecting Bishop Obinim or causing misunderstanding, noting that he had similarly recorded videos with other artistes out of love.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian voice-over artiste Jay Foley has called on voice-over artistes in Ghana to digitise their voices and register on AI platforms to take advantage of emerging artificial intelligence technologies and create new revenue streams. He noted that AI platforms have limited Ghanaian language vocabulary and lack Ghanaian voice-over artistes, making it difficult for them to pronounce local words accurately, and cited his own experience of monetising his cloned voice through AI technology.
13 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Producer Joker Nharnah has completed work on a new music project by Black Sherif and submitted it to his management for release this year.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian producer Joker Nharnah has submitted songs for a new Black Sherif project expected later this year. Nharnah, a frequent collaborator with Black Sherif, has produced several of the artiste's biggest songs including Kwaku The Traveller and Soja.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Nuumo Tsawe Otrome II, Tsawe Wulormor of Kpone, says that according to Ghanaian cosmology, deities do not leave their places of abode regardless of human activity or environmental degradation. He attributed growing pollution of water bodies to erosion of traditional values and cultural responsibility.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prophet Kumchacha says pastors have greater power to determine election outcomes than politicians because church members follow their guidance. He claims he mobilised 70 pastors to support President John Dramani Mahama during the 2024 general election campaign.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the National Commission on Culture has stated that Ghana's recurring floods are largely the result of a departure from the country's cultural values, and that disregard for environmental stewardship and indiscipline among citizens have contributed to the disaster. He argued that traditional cultural practices and community adherence to leadership directives on sanitation could help mitigate flooding.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prophet Nicholas Osei (Kumchacha) has endorsed President John Mahama and the NDC government, saying he voted for them in 2024 and praising what he describes as improved governance and economic conditions including lower inflation, treasury bills, and fuel prices.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian artiste Itz Tiffany says she will not lower her standards for any man and expects a partner to be financially stable and contribute meaningfully to the relationship. She emphasized she can take care of herself and wants a partner who can match her efforts rather than one who does nothing.
30 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Over 230 artistes, managers, music executives, media practitioners and creative entrepreneurs gathered at the British Council in Accra for the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit, held in commemoration of World Music Day to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts and equip Ghana's music community with practical knowledge for sustainable careers.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Over 200 artistes, managers, executives, media practitioners, and creative entrepreneurs attended the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit at the British Council in Accra to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts as part of World Music Day commemoration.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Abochi revealed that his female best friend contacted him after hearing his 2019 hit song "Bestie," which was based on his real-life experience of developing romantic feelings for her. They dated for six months but ended the relationship, realizing they were better as friends, which later inspired his song "Prison Break" about leaving a toxic relationship.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Gospel musician Grace Ashly has commended Medeama SC owner Moses Armah 'Parker' for sponsoring her latest cheer song for the Black Stars, after saying she could not get support from the GFA or Sports Ministry. Grace Ashly has been composing and performing cheer songs for the Black Stars since 2006.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Grace Ashly said she was disappointed by the Ghana Football Association's decision to dismiss Black Stars coach Otto Addo, and believed they should have added support staff to his team rather than sacking him entirely.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has released GH¢5 million of a GH¢20 million budgetary allocation to the Film Development Fund, with the amount paid to the National Film Authority. The fund is intended to support Ghana's film industry revival through research, training, infrastructure development, and financial support for eligible projects.
10 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Award-winning gospel musician Diana Hamilton has stressed the importance of obtaining permission before performing or reproducing songs by other artists, citing instances where she sought approval from original songwriters before using their work.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Arts and culture journalist Kwame Dadzie challenges rapper Strongman's assertion that he was the first to rap on an adowa beat, arguing that Ghanaian rappers have rapped over adowa rhythms since the early 1990s, citing Reggie Rockstone's early hiplife work as evidence.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian rap legend Reggie Rockstone, 62, has stopped smoking because of his asthma and says he has made several other lifestyle changes as he grew older, including adjusting his diet and avoiding red meat and pork. He told Joy FM that although he tried smoking and drinking in his youth, he resolved to quit harmful habits, noting that his father and son also have asthma.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Hiplife pioneer Reggie Rockstone has endorsed Wendy Shay's bid for the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards' Artiste of the Year award, saying it would be "a beautiful story" if she won, though he acknowledged other nominees like Medikal are also deserving.
3 May 2026 · Joy Online →