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
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Charles Nii Armah Mensah, known as Shatta Wale, has won two awards at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA) held in Florida over the weekend. …
Shatta Wale bags two awards at 43rd IRAWMA AwardsJoy Online
Celebrated Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale has added two more international honours to his growing list of achievements after emerging as a double winner at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards, held in Florida, USA, over the weekend. …
Shatta Wale earns double win at 43rd IRAWMA Awards in FloridaJoy Online
… Over the years, he has shared stages with several notable African artistes, including Stonebwoy, Shatta Wale, R2Bees, Prince Bright, Tinny, Obrafour, DJ Tunez and Kizz Daniel. …
DJ Slim Jerry releases ‘Abonteen’ as he explores Afro House soundJoy Online
… Taking the prediction further, he added, “Artistes like Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy are going to perform with brass band in a few years to come.” His comments challenge the current structure of Ghana’s music industry, where brass bands are largely associated with church activities, …
Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy could soon perform with brass bands – GG Brass BandJoy Online
… The 27th TGMA produced major moments with global hitmaker, Black Sherif, winning the coveted Artiste of the Year, as Medikal’s collaboration with Shatta Wale and Beeztrap KOTM, Shoulder, won the Telecel Most Popular Song of the Year. …
Lali X Lola win Telecel Music for Good Award at 27th TGMAThe Chronicle
… The collaboration, which features the lyrical prowess of Medikal, the undeniable star power of Shatta Wale, and the breakout energy of Beeztrap KOTM, proved to be the ultimate fan favourite, cementing its status as the definitive hiplife anthem of the 2026/2027 calendar year. …
Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song with hit single ‘Shoulder’Joy Online
… The collaboration, which features the lyrical prowess of Medikal, the undeniable star power of Shatta Wale, and the breakout energy of Beeztrap KOTM, proved to be the ultimate fan favourite, cementing its status as the definitive hiplife anthem of the 2026/2027 calendar year. …
Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song at 27th TGMAs with hit single ‘Shoulder’Joy Online
… Tenth is Shatta Wale. The dancehall force whose career trophy in this category came at the 15th edition in 2014, before his consecutive nominations actually began. …
26 editions, 10 names; Ranking the longest Artiste of the Year nomination streaks in TGMA historyDaily Guide
Shatta Wale and Beyoncé Global music icon, Beyoncé, returned to the Met Gala after a decade, with her collaboration with Shatta Wale, ‘Already,’ playing during her appearance on the red carpet. …
Shatta Wale Praises Beyoncé After ‘Already’ Echoes At Met GalaDaily Guide
… She specifically mentioned fan bases linked to artistes such as Shatta Wale, Stonebwoy, Sarkodie, and Black Sherif. …
Wendy Shay Confident Of Winning TGMA Artiste Of The Year AwardGhanaian 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 →