Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame says he was among the first artistes in Ghana to publicly involve his family in building his music brand, despite facing criticism at the time. …
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Okyeame Kwame
Also known as: veteran Ghanaian musician · Kwame Nsiah-Apau
Ghanaian musician who pioneered family branding in music and recently protested galamsey and launched a school-based "Clap Challenge."
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- May 2026
… Ghanaian musician and climate advocate Kwame Nsiah-Apau, known professionally as Okyeame Kwame, said that climate change is not a doomsday prophecy but a chance for young people to drive solutions and build internationally competitive businesses. …
Ghana hosts GAYO-DYEC 2026 as youth innovators drive Africa’s green transitionGhanaian musician Okyeame Kwame transformed the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) red carpet into a platform for environmental activism, making a visual statement against the devastating effects of illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. …
Okyeame Kwame turns TGMA27 red carpet moment into anti-galamsey protest… Adding to the atmosphere was celebrated Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame, popularly known as the Rap Doctor, who is currently pursuing a PhD at UniMAC. …
Before Mother’s Day, UniMAC men stepped into the kitchen and stirred a rare sense of community… The night saw some show-stopping performances from Black Sherif, Medikal, Wendy Shay, Piesie Esther, Kofi Kinaata, Lasmid, Samini, and a lifetime-achievement tribute performance by Ofori Amponsah, Okyeame Kwame, and Kwabena Kwabena to honour the late music legend, Daddy Lumba. …
Lali X Lola win Telecel Music for Good Award at 27th TGMARenowned musician and “Rap Dacta” Okyeame Kwame transformed the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) red carpet into a platform for environmental activism, making a bold visual statement against the devastating effects of illegal mining, affectionately called galamsey. …
‘Artivism’ at TGMA27: Okyeame Kwame uses gold-themed Red Carpet look to wage war against galamsey… his dream alive year after year.” The 27th TGMA, themed ‘A Touch of Glitter’, featured show-stopping performances by Black Sherif, Medikal, Wendy Shay, Piesie Esther, Kofi Kinaata, Lasmid, and Samini, and a lifetime-achievement tribute performance by Ofori Amponsah, Okyeame Kwame …
Telecel marks 15 years as headline sponsor of 27th TGMAGhanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has launched a new initiative aimed at engaging teachers and students through music and creativity. …
Okyeame Kwame launches ‘Clap Challenge’ for teachers and studentsVeteran Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has announced a new initiative aimed at engaging teachers and students through music and creativity. …
Okyeame Kwame launches “Clap Challenge” for teachers and students- April 2026
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has been in the news in recent times after releasing a song titled ‘Clap.’ Although the lyrics are not mainly for kids, it is delivered in a style that perfectly suits children. …
Music Review: ‘Clap’ by Okyeame Kwame celebrates positivity, unity and joy
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Okyeame Kwame pioneered family branding in Ghanaian music
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Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame says he was among the first artists to publicly involve his family in building his music brand, despite initial discouragement from others who warned it could harm his popularity. He maintains that portraying personal growth and stability through family visibility is important for public figures.
21 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
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Okyeame Kwame pioneered family branding in Ghanaian music
Ghanaian rapper Okyeame Kwame says he was among the first artists to publicly involve his family in building his music brand, despite initial discouragement from others who warned it could harm his popularity. He maintains that portraying personal growth and stability through family visibility is important for public figures.
21 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Monday 18 May
Ghana hosts youth ecopreneurship conference for climate solutions
The Green Africa Youth Organisation's second Developing Youth Ecopreneurs Conference (DYEC) was held at KNUST, drawing over 600 participants from Ghana and other African countries to showcase climate and waste management innovations and connect young entrepreneurs with investors and mentors.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 13 May
Okyeame Kwame protests galamsey at TGMA27 red carpet
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame used the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards red carpet to protest illegal mining, dressing in gold to illustrate the contrast between Ghana's gold's beauty and galamsey's environmental destruction. He called the fight against galamsey a collective national responsibility transcending party lines.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
UniMAC men cook Ghanaian meals for Mother's Day community celebration
On May 9, 2026, male lecturers, administrators, and staff at the University of Media, Arts and Communication gathered to prepare Ghanaian dishes for a Mother's Day celebration organised by UTAG, GAUA, and GRASAG in a maiden edition event called "UniMAC Men in Aprons," which brought the university community together in an unusual display of collegial connection.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Lali x Lola win Telecel Music for Good Award at TGMA
Ghanaian afro-fusion duo Lali x Lola won the Telecel Music for Good Award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards for their #CroxItOut campaign, which raises breast cancer awareness in schools across Ghana through music and mentorship. The award includes a cash prize to support the winning artist's social impact initiative.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
Okyeame Kwame uses gold costume to protest galamsey at TGMA27
Musician Okyeame Kwame arrived at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards in a gold-themed ensemble with a gold-plated sword, flanked by performers representing the physical and environmental destruction of illegal mining, to spark national conversation about galamsey's impact on Ghana's rivers, rocks, air, and nature. He emphasized that fighting environmental degradation is a collective responsibility beyond partisan lines.
12 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Monday 11 May
Telecel marks 15 years as TGMA headline sponsor
Telecel celebrated its 15-year tenure as headline sponsor of the Ghana Music Awards at the 27th edition, where Black Sherif won Artiste of the Year, Medikal's "Shoulder" won Most Popular Song, and Daddy Lumba received a lifetime achievement honour. The partnership, which began under Vodafone in 2011 and continued through Telecel's 2024 rebrand, has expanded TGMA into regional concerts, schools initiatives, and contributed to Ghana's creative arts sector growth.
11 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Monday 4 May
Okyeame Kwame launches 'Clap Challenge' for schools nationwide
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has launched a 'Clap Challenge' inviting teachers and students to record videos of themselves singing his Clap song, post on social media with the hashtag #clap4others, and compete for weekly cash prizes of GH¢1,000. The initiative aims to promote creativity, unity, and positive expression among young people in schools.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Okyeame Kwame launches "Clap Challenge" for schools
Okyeame Kwame has announced a "Clap Challenge" requiring teachers and students to record videos singing his "Clap" song and share them on social media with the hashtag #clap4others. One teacher will be selected as a weekly winner and receive GH¢1,000.
4 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Tuesday 28 April
Okyeame Kwame's 'Clap' promotes positivity through celebration
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame released a song titled 'Clap' that celebrates others' successes and promotes positivity and unity. Though some have criticized it for resembling a nursery rhyme, music lovers have praised its quality production and message of kindness.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →