Ghana Minute.
Sunday, 10 May 2026
Ghana’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Sunday, 10 May 2026
Accra—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Person

Shatta Wale

Also known as: Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale

Shatta Wale — musician featured on Medikal's award-winning track and collaborator with Beyoncé on "Already."

Beyoncé featured Shatta Wale's verse from "Already" during her Met Gala red carpet appearance, marking international platform recognition for the Ghanaian artist's collaboration. Shatta Wale praised the feature on social media.

2026-04-282026-05-10
Culture

Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song at 27th TGMAs

The News

Medikal's "Shoulder," featuring Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM, won Best Hiplife Song at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on May 9, beating out entries from Ko-jo Cue, Kojo Blak, Sarkodie, and Kwesi Amewuga.

Why it matters

Medikal's Best Hiplife Song win at TGMAs honours Ghana's enduring hiplife genre and celebrates multi-generational music excellence.

9 hours ago · Joy Online

Today

  1. Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song at 27th TGMAs

    Medikal's "Shoulder," featuring Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM, won Best Hiplife Song at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards on May 9, beating out entries from Ko-jo Cue, Kojo Blak, Sarkodie, and Kwesi Amewuga.

    9 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Sarkodie holds record with 11-year TGMA Artiste of Year nomination streak

    Across 26 TGMA editions since 2000, only ten artists have maintained long Artiste of the Year nomination streaks. Sarkodie leads with eleven consecutive nominations from the 15th edition in 2014 through the 25th edition in 2024, before his name was left off the 26th edition shortlist in 2025.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Shatta Wale applauds Beyoncé for featuring "Already" at Met Gala

    Beyoncé returned to the Met Gala after a decade with her collaboration with Shatta Wale, "Already," playing during her red carpet appearance. Shatta Wale praised her on social media for the international platform given to his verse.

    8 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Wendy Shay confident of winning TGMA Artiste of Year award

    Ghanaian musician Wendy Shay has expressed confidence ahead of the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, stating she deserves to win the Artiste of the Year award. She is competing against Stonebwoy, Black Sherif, and Sarkodie, with the ceremony scheduled for May 9, 2026.

    8 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Women journalists bear unseen costs of press freedom work

    An opinion piece reflects on the invisible personal sacrifices of women in journalism around World Press Freedom Day, noting that while global press freedom declined sharply in 2025 and three in four women journalists report online harassment, the domestic and caregiving burdens they carry go unrecognized in official declarations and indices.

    8 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Thursday 7 May

  1. 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

  2. UK-based musician Denny affirms Ghanaian identity despite abroad career

    UK-based musician and DJ Denny says his Ghanaian identity remains deeply rooted despite building his music career abroad, and that who he is at home differs from his stage persona. The Afro-fusion artiste, who began his music journey in 2020 before relocating to the UK, credits his passion for performing to his school days and hopes to collaborate with Ghana's biggest names.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Efya tops Nigerian radio plays, most-played Ghanaian female artiste

    Ghanaian singer Efya was announced as the most played Ghanaian female artiste and number 2 overall Ghanaian artiste on Nigerian radio for April 2026, recording 404 spins. Her success in Nigeria is attributed to collaborations with Nigerian artistes and her blend of Afro-Soul, R&B, and Highlife music.

    5 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 29 April

  1. 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

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Sam Creatives builds reputation in Ghanaian and African fashion

    Sam Creatives is establishing itself as a styling brand that works with musicians including Samini, Medikal, and Shatta Wale, as well as business leaders, focusing on refined styling rooted in African identity and modern fashion.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

Ghana Minute