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Ras Kuuku

Ras Kuuku — reggae-dancehall musician who has released inspirational singles and declined political office, performing across Ghana and diaspora events.

2026-05-102026-10-30

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … Cryme, rapper Flowking Stone, reggae and dancehall musician Ras Kuuku, entertainer Kwame Obaadie, and musician Patapaa. …

    Top Ghanaian entertainers billed for first-ever Afro park party in Bremen
  3. May 2026
  4. Daily Guide

    … King Promise, Dr Likee and Ras Kuuku were among those who received criticism for their uninspiring looks. …

    ‘Media Projection Of TGMA ‘Worst Dresses’ Shameful’
  5. Joy Online

    … While the category has been dominated by Stonebwoy for much of the last decade, the 2027 edition featured a compact but high-calibre field of nominees who have kept the genre vibrant, including Samini and Ras Kuuku. …

    Stonebwoy secures historic 10th win as Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste at 27th TGMAs
Culture

Lali X Lola to perform at Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave

The News

Ghanaian twin music duo Lali X Lola will perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave on Saturday, October 31, at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, alongside 18 other entertainers including KiDi, King Promise, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero. The identical sisters, known for their Afrofusion, Afrobeats, R&B and highlife blend and award-winning breast cancer advocacy, have built their profile since launching in 2021.

20 hours ago · Joy Online →

Yesterday

  1. Lali X Lola to perform at Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave

    Ghanaian twin music duo Lali X Lola will perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave on Saturday, October 31, at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, alongside 18 other entertainers including KiDi, King Promise, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero. The identical sisters, known for their Afrofusion, Afrobeats, R&B and highlife blend and award-winning breast cancer advocacy, have built their profile since launching in 2021.

    20 hours ago · Joy Online →

  2. King Promise to perform at Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave Saturday

    Award-winning Ghanaian singer King Promise will perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave on Saturday, October 31, at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, alongside about twenty other entertainers including KiDi, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero. Tickets cost GH¢100.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

  3. KiDi set to perform at Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave

    Ghanaian singer KiDi is billed to perform at the Hitz FM-Joy FM Beach Rave at Rehab Beach Club, Labadi, on Saturday, October 31, alongside 18 other entertainers. The award-winning musician will draw from his established hits and his third studio album Where Do We Go From Here, released in August 2026.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

  4. Hitz FM and Joy FM host beach rave with 19 performers

    Multimedia Group's Hitz FM and Joy FM are hosting a joint beach rave on Saturday, October 31 at Rehab Beach Club, featuring 19 performers including King Promise, Ras Kuuku and Morgan Nero, with tickets selling at GH¢100.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online →

Thursday 13 August

  1. Ras Kuuku rules out political office over excessive hostility

    Reggae-dancehall musician Ras Kuuku has ruled out seeking public office, citing the level of animosity, character attacks, and divisions between political opponents—including between Ghana's NPP and NDC—as reasons he finds politics unattractive. He said he would decline even if his community asked him to represent them in Parliament, though he continues to vote in elections.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ras Kuuku recalls humble beginnings before music career

    Ghanaian reggae-dancehall musician Ras Kuuku has shared that he sold pure water, food, and rubber bags as a young boy in Dome, Accra, after his mother's death, while being raised by his aunt who prioritized his education alongside petty trading. Despite dreaming of becoming a footballer, music eventually became the path that changed his fortunes.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 7 August

  1. Andy Dosty first Ghanaian DJ to headline SummerStage

    Ghanaian radio personality and DJ Andy Dosty became the first Ghanaian DJ to headline New York's Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage Festival, performing Ghanaian music on the iconic outdoor stage as part of the festival's 40th anniversary celebrations.

    7 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 31 July

  1. Ras Kuuku urges Kantanka family to resolve tensions before funeral

    Reggae musician Ras Kuuku has appealed to the family of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka to set aside their differences and allow peace to prevail during funeral arrangements, saying the spiritual leader deserves a dignified burial rather than one overshadowed by family disputes.

    31 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ras Kuuku releases inspirational reggae single on birthday

    Reggae musician Ras Kuuku released a new single and music video titled "Nea Aka Na Edoso" (What Is Left Is Far More) on his birthday, 23 July 2026. Performed in Twi, the song delivers a message of hope, perseverance and faith, encouraging listeners not to be defined by present struggles and reminding them that better days lie ahead.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ras Kuuku releases "Nea Aka Na Edoso" on birthday

    Award-winning reggae artist Ras Kuuku is marking his birthday on July 23, 2026 with the release of a new single and music video titled "Nea Aka Na Edoso" (What Is Left Is Far More), a message of hope and perseverance delivered in Twi that urges listeners not to be discouraged by present struggles.

    23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Ghanaian musicians to perform at inaugural Afro Park Party in Bremen

    Ghanaians in Germany will host the maiden Afro Park Party in Bremen on August 8, featuring performances from K.K. Fosu, Dr. Cryme, Flowking Stone, Ras Kuuku, Kwame Obaadie, and Patapaa. The family-friendly event, organised by Akwaaba Entertainment Group Bremen, aims to celebrate Ghanaian music, culture, and community spirit among the diaspora and other African communities in Europe.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Media focus on TGMA worst dresses deemed shameful, unfair

    Digital Curator Sista Ginna has criticized Ghanaian media for emphasizing "worst dressed" lists at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards rather than appreciating celebrities' efforts, saying the focus on negative publicity encourages outrageous dressing for attention and should instead celebrate standout styles.

    13 May 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 10 May

  1. Stonebwoy wins tenth Best Reggae/Dancehall award at TGMAs

    Stonebwoy secured the Best Reggae/Dancehall Artiste award for a tenth time at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on 9 May 2026, extending his dominance in the category despite competition from artists including Samini and Ras Kuuku.

    10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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