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Daily Guide
… playing his awards Social media is buzzing following Dancehall Artiste Shatta Wale’s victory at the just ended 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA), winning the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award and also securing the Concert of the Year for ‘ShattaFest …
Shatta Wale Wins Two Awards At 43rd IRAWMAJoy Online
… He picked up the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award as well as Concert of the Year for ShattaFest. …
Shatta Wale bags two awards at 43rd IRAWMA AwardsJoy Online
… In a statement issued by his management on May 18, 2026, the artiste won the Best African Dancehall Entertainer award and also secured Concert of the Year for his ShattaFest. …
Shatta Wale earns double win at 43rd IRAWMA Awards in FloridaThe Musicians Union of Ghana cautioned musicians against making statements that glorify internet fraud, saying their influence could encourage young people to engage in criminal activities. The warning followed comments by dancehall artiste Shatta Wale at ShattaFest in Accra on October 17, 2026, where he said he had friends involved in fraud but would not expose them.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Musicians Union of Ghana cautioned musicians against making statements that glorify internet fraud, saying their influence could encourage young people to engage in criminal activities. The warning followed comments by dancehall artiste Shatta Wale at ShattaFest in Accra on October 17, 2026, where he said he had friends involved in fraud but would not expose them.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Musicians Union of Ghana has cautioned musicians against making public statements that encourage or glorify online fraud and cyber crimes, saying no grievance against public institutions justifies statements that normalize fraud or portray suspected offenders as heroes. The warning follows comments by Shatta Wale at ShattaFest in October suggesting he was encouraging young people to engage in fraud.
26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Musicians Union of Ghana has warned musicians against making public statements that could encourage or glorify online fraud and other cyber-related crimes, respecting their right to express opinions on governance and social issues but stressing that such concerns should not justify statements normalizing fraud or discouraging cooperation with lawful investigations. The warning follows comments by Shatta Wale during ShattaFest on 17 October 2026 that critics say appeared to encourage young people to engage in fraud.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Stakeholders in Ho applauded the collaboration between ShattaFest and Mobile Money Limited Ghana's MoMo Fest, which combined entertainment with fintech engagement and attracted youth audiences to the Volta Regional capital.
9 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The DJs Union of Ghana has called for calm following an altercation between dancehall star Shatta Wale and DJ Alinko at ShattaFest in Ho on October 3, 2026, during which Shatta Wale threatened to slap his DJ on stage. The Union stressed that musicians and DJs are partners in progress and emphasized the need for open communication and mutual respect.
8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
ShattaFest and MoMo Fest have demonstrated how large entertainment programmes attract young audiences and create platforms for brands, artistes and organisations to engage with consumers. The festivals benefit Ghana's creative economy by drawing major audiences to music, event production, sponsorship, digital marketing, fashion, food, transportation and hospitality sectors.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian singer Hunnyboy revealed that his collaboration with Shatta Wale came after he tagged the musician in posts on Instagram and Twitter while promoting his music. After consistent tagging across social media, Shatta Wale noticed and commented on one of his videos, leading to their meeting and eventual hit song.
24 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A health and safety professional has warned that safety must be placed at the centre of event planning and delivery, noting that organisers, promoters, venue operators and contractors share responsibility for protecting attendees, staff and contractors.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artist Shatta Wale told veteran media host Bola Ray on May 28, 2026, that he officially retired from active music three years ago, saying his focus has shifted to building a multi-sector business empire including ride-hailing service Shaxi and Hot Wave, with international investment connections in China and Dubai.
30 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Sparqlyn has congratulated Shatta Wale on winning Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Concert of the Year at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards in Florida. Sparqlyn reflected on his former group Dunsin's 2013 MUSA Awards wins, noting the similarity of the award plaques.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Dancehall artiste Shatta Wale won Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Concert of the Year for 'ShattaFest' at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards held in Florida, USA, from three major nominations.
19 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale won Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Concert of the Year for ShattaFest at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards in Florida. The wins bring his total IRAWMA awards to 11.
19 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian dancehall artiste Shatta Wale won Best African Dancehall Entertainer and Concert of the Year for ShattaFest at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards in Florida.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →