Also known as: Ghanaian dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale · Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr. · On God hitmaker · Charles Nii Armah Mensah · Ghanaian dancehall artiste · Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jnr
Shatta Wale — dancehall musician and entrepreneur who performs, speaks at events on entrepreneurship, and comments on Ghanaian politics and entertainment industry matters.
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Joy Online
… As part of the collaboration, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, popularly known as Shatta Wale, and Samuel Adu Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Medikal, paid a courtesy call on Mr Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod. …
Shatta Wale, Medikal partner with GoldBod to champion Made-in-Ghana JewelleryDaily Guide
… Over the years, he has hosted high-profile guests, including Black Sherif, Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Sarkodie, leading athletes and politicians. …
Kwadwo Sheldon Among Africa’s Digital TrailblazersJoy Online
… That is exactly what happened to dancehall artiste Shatta Wale. In May 2026, an advertisement on Phoenix Browser, a social browsing app, featured a realistic deepfake endorsement by Shatta Wale, portraying him as the owner of a gaming application called “Bangbet,” which the adver …
When AI liesJoy Online
… You may never be as “lucky” as Stonebwoy who pulled a gun on stage after a brawl broke out between his camp and Shatta Wale’s entourage. …
THE LAW 101: Regulating the trigger- The legal boundaries of gun ownership, use obligations, and sanctionsJoy Online
An Accra High Court has granted bail to social media blogger and Shatta Movement supporter Abdul Gafaru Sani, widely known as Webkid or WebkidAfrika, ending more than six weeks of detention since his arrest on May 7, 2026. …
Accra High Court grants bail to Shatta Wale supporter on trial for false news against StonebwoyDaily Guide
Shatta Wale and Mark Okraku-Mantey Dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, has criticised former Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Mark Okraku-Mantey, claiming he failed to make the most of his time in office. …
Okraku-Mantey Didn’t Even Benefit From His Position – Shatta WaleThe Chronicle
Dancehall heavyweight Shatta Wale has launched a global data collection and premium membership drive for his massive fanbase, the Shatta Movement (SM). …
Shatta Wale launches GH¢100 SM Gold Card membership programmeJoy Online
Dancehall heavyweight Shatta Wale has launched a global data collection and premium membership drive for his massive fanbase, the Shatta Movement (SM). …
Shatta Wale launches GH¢100 SM Gold Card membership programmeDaily Guide
Shatta Wale GHANAIAN DANCEHALL artiste, Shatta Wale, has stated that due to his submissiveness to authorities and industry stakeholders in Ghana, many give him the respect they would ordinarily give to global music power couple Jay-Z and Beyoncé. …
‘I Get Jay-Z, Beyoncé-Level Respect In Ghana’The Chronicle
Regardless of their renewed friendship and camaraderie, rapper Sarkodie has mentioned that the possibility of another beef with dancehall artiste Shatta Wale cannot be ruled out. …
Beef with Shatta Wale is possible despite renewed friendship -SarkodieGhanaian songstress Sista Afia has expressed frustration on X over colleagues declining to collaborate with her on upcoming projects, saying they are "suddenly busy giving me reasons why they 'don't want to do it.'" The post has sparked conversations among fans questioning unity in Ghana's music industry.
16 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian songstress Sista Afia has expressed frustration on X over colleagues declining to collaborate with her on upcoming projects, saying they are "suddenly busy giving me reasons why they 'don't want to do it.'" The post has sparked conversations among fans questioning unity in Ghana's music industry.
16 hours ago · Daily Guide →
At the UPSA 1000 and Ghana Entrepreneurship Conference, musician and entrepreneur Shatta Wale challenged students to look beyond academic qualifications and cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets, emphasizing that personal growth stems from discipline, self-belief and lifelong learning rather than imitating his lifestyle.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall star Shatta Wale headlined the UPSA 1000 & Ghana Entrepreneurship Conference on September 16, 2026, sharing lessons from his music and business journey and urging students to adopt his thinking rather than his lifestyle. He performed for the crowd, pledged two years of free shows for SRC Week, and was honoured with a citation by the university.
18 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
TikToker Prisywan apologized to dancehall star Shatta Wale after his lawyers threatened legal action over comments she made about him on August 29, claiming she had advised him to take mental health seriously and described him as a "confused artiste." The lawyers said the video damaged his reputation and led to cancellation of an investor meeting, prompting Prisywan to comply with demands to delete the video, retract her comments, and apologize.
15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Greenwich Meridian Network, a humanitarian volunteer organization, held a sod-cutting ceremony on September 10, 2026, to launch renovation of the Senior Correctional Centre kitchen in Accra. The project will include installing new windows and doors, terrazzo flooring and wall tiling, upgrading electrical systems, and painting, aiming to improve hygiene, safety, and food preparation conditions for inmates and staff.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Shatta Wale took Sarkodie's side in a dispute with Stonebwoy, telling Stonebwoy to apologize and insisting Sarkodie's post was not directed at him. Shatta attributed Stonebwoy's issue to jealousy over the ShattaSark brotherhood and urged his dancehall colleague not to disrespect Sarkodie.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Diana Hamilton has secured nine nominations at the 9th Taabea Ghana Music Awards UK, jointly second-most after Stonebwoy's ten, and will compete against Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy for Artiste of the Year among other major categories.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Competition and "beef" between Ghanaian artistes have long been part of the music industry, sharpening creativity and providing media attention, though tensions can escalate when artistic rivalry becomes personal conflict involving lawyers and divided fan bases. The ongoing rivalry between Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy exemplifies how such contests reflect both the brilliance and absurdity of Ghana's entertainment ecosystem.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Veteran actress Irene Opare has expressed admiration for dancehall star Shatta Wale, saying he possesses a rare charisma similar to late former President Jerry John Rawlings that draws people to him regardless of personal disputes.
3 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
While Ghanaian musicians like Stonebwoy and Shatta Wale achieve international success, the country risks producing celebrities rather than building a sustainable entertainment industry that supports producers, managers, engineers, and other supporting roles. Government has pledged GH¢20 million each for film and the wider creative arts sector.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Shatta Wale has expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of President John Dramani Mahama's appointees, saying he cannot identify any minister or government official whose performance stands out, despite earlier expressing support for the President.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has endorsed President Mahama's governing ideology but expressed reservations about the performance of government appointees. He has also claimed that the Ministry of Youth and Sports owes him approximately GH¢5 million for promotional work during Ghana's 2026 World Cup campaign.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has alleged that the government owes him about GH¢5 million for promotional activities and advertisements he undertook in support of the Black Stars' participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He said he has not received payment despite completing the work and claims calls to officials have gone unanswered.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall musician Shatta Wale has called for the dissolution of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, accusing it of failing to introduce innovative interventions to support Ghana's creative industry and provide visible support to musicians, actors and other creatives.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Rapper Sarkodie has announced that Rapperholic Kumasi will take place on October 24, 2026, at Baba Yara Sports Stadium, following the successful 2025 homecoming edition. The rapper plans to make the Kumasi edition an annual Ashanti Region tradition.
27 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has dismissed claims that Stonebwoy is his rival, saying their relationship isn't as hostile as portrayed and that media and public have exaggerated tensions between them. He noted they live two minutes apart and that he sometimes teases Stonebwoy but urged fans not to take such exchanges personally.
26 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Amelley Djosu argues that Ghana's entertainment industry has become focused on aggressive social media tactics and noise-making rather than genuine reputation management, and that the loudest publicists—rather than the most skilled—are setting the standard for the profession.
24 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian independent musician Dosted Gennah has released his third EP, Out of the Broken City, a six-track project blending dancehall, reggae, and afrobeats with features from Ghanaian artistes Medikal, J Derobie, and Jupitar, and international collaborators Shane O from Jamaica and Zebee from Trinidad and Tobago.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Samini's scheduled performance at a boat party in London on August 8, 2026, was cancelled after the vessel became overcrowded, with police clarifying that event organisers made the decision rather than police. The boat had reached its permitted capacity after some attendees allegedly entered without tickets, leading to safety concerns and frustration among patrons who waited hours before being asked to disembark.
11 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian actress and producer Nana Adjoa Lovia has been named official red carpet host for the 2026 Ghana Music Awards Europe, scheduled for September 12, 2026, in Düsseldorf, Germany, with a "Classic" dress code.
4 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Alordia, a UK-based Ghanaian event promoter, denied claims that ShattaFest UK oversold tickets, insisting the event never sold more than 10,000 tickets and that local council approval would not have permitted higher numbers. He also refuted allegations the event was declared sold out, blaming misinformation on social media and clarifying he was not an organizer but provided support to Akwaaba UK and Ghana Party in the Park.
4 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The 6th annual Ghana Comedy Awards took place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ridge, Accra, with AKA Ebenezer winning Comedian/Comic Actor of the Year, Clemento Suarez winning Comedy Theatre Act, and Sabinus winning African Comedian, among numerous other category winners.
3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Shatta Wale's management cancelled ShattaFest UK following a serious incident outside the event venue that left several people injured. Management cited safety and well-being of patrons as the top priority and said they are awaiting official confirmation from authorities on the full circumstances, while urging the public to avoid speculation pending investigations.
3 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
ShattaFest UK, held at Copthall Playing Fields in London, was cancelled on Saturday following a stampede and crowd crush that injured several attendees after the venue exceeded its approved capacity. Shatta Wale's management said the cancellation prioritized patron safety and expressed condolences to those affected.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
ShattaFest in the United Kingdom has been cancelled after UK police shut down the event due to safety concerns arising from overcrowding and a stampede incident at the venue. The organisers, Ghana Party in the Park, urged patrons to stay away from the festival site while emergency services managed the situation, with no immediate details provided on rescheduling or refunds.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale claims a false allegation that he had an affair with Burna Boy's girlfriend damaged his relationship with the Nigerian singer, after people in his circle spread the rumour to harm his reputation. He said he supported Burna Boy and his family during their time in Ghana, and the incident taught him difficult lessons about trust and loyalty.
31 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has claimed his mother's publicly aired allegations that he neglected her were fabricated and an act stemming from her dispute with his father. He maintains he has consistently supported her, citing purchases of cars, financial gifts, and renting her a house.
30 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 →
An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian artistes' musical success and global progress should take precedence over personal remarks between rivals, noting that Stonebwoy's award-winning career and international collaborations demonstrate the value of hard work and consistency.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Several Ghanaian entertainers including Sarkodie, Black Sherif, Shatta Wale, and others have been shortlisted for the 2026 African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA), scheduled for September 12 in Dallas, Texas. Ghanaians are invited to vote for their favourite artistes at AFRIMMA.COM.
16 July 2026 · Daily Guide →