Also known as: TGMA · 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards · TGMA 2026 · 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards · Telecel Ghana Music Awards 2027 · 27th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 2027 · TGMAs · 27th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards · TGMA27 · 2026 TGMA · TGMA 27 · 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit · 2022 Telecel Ghana Music Awards
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Award-winning Ghanaian gospel musician Kofi Owusu Peprah emotionally dedicated his Best Urban/Contemporary Gospel Song of the Year award at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards to the memory of his late father, Rev. …
Kofi Owusu Peprah dedicates TGMA award to late father, Rev. George Owusu MensahDaily Guide
Godwin Namboh X Regina Van Helvet The red-carpet segment of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards has come under intense criticism from entertainment enthusiasts and social media users, with many calling on Charterhouse Ghana to either scrap the segment entirely or undertake a major ove …
Fans Demand TGMA Red Carpet OverhaulDaily Guide
Reigning Artiste of the Year, Black Sherif, has dedicated his Album of the Year prize at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards to supporting fast-rising rap artistes, Arathejay and Gonaboy. …
Blacko Dedicates TGMA Prize To Arathejay, GonaboyDaily Guide
Black Sherif Black Sherif was crowned Artiste of the Year at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards after beating competition from Medikal, Stonebwoy, Wendy Shay, Sarkodie and Diana Hamilton. …
Black Sherif Is 2026 TGMA Artiste Of The YearJoy Online
… After every Telecel Ghana Music Awards ceremony, social media turns into a courtroom. …
TGMA: Ghana’s real entertainment crisis is the death of stardomThe Chronicle
In what will be remembered as the most poignant moment of the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, the Ghanaian music fraternity stood in solemn, glowing tribute to the late Highlife titan, Daddy Lumba. …
Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award given to Daddy LumbaThe Chronicle
Ghanaian musician Moliy has clinched the award for Best International Collaboration at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA). …
Moliy snatches Best International CollaborationThe Chronicle
In a night defined by high-octane performances and historic wins, the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) reached a fever pitch on Saturday, May 9, as Medikal’s hit single ‘Shoulder’ was crowned the Best Hiplife Song of the Year. …
Medikal wins Best Hiplife Song with hit single ‘Shoulder’The Chronicle
Black Sherif added another major accolade to his growing list of achievements after winning the Best Hiphop Song award at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards held at the Grand Arena in Accra on Saturday, May 9. …
Black Sherif’s ‘Where Dem Boys’ reigns supreme as Best Hiphop SongJoy Online
In what will be remembered as the most poignant moment of the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, the Ghanaian music fraternity stood in solemn, glowing tribute to the late Highlife titan, Daddy Lumba. …
Posthumous Lifetime Achievement Award for Daddy Lumba sparks emotional scenes at 27th TGMAsRapper Medikal posted cryptically on X about artists' fortunes shifting, amid fan wars between Black Sherif and Kweku Smoke over whose latest release dominates Ghana's charts. The post comes as Kweku Smoke's "Bombele" topped Apple Music Ghana with Black Sherif's release at No. 2, and follows Medikal's loss to Black Sherif at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Rapper Medikal posted cryptically on X about artists' fortunes shifting, amid fan wars between Black Sherif and Kweku Smoke over whose latest release dominates Ghana's charts. The post comes as Kweku Smoke's "Bombele" topped Apple Music Ghana with Black Sherif's release at No. 2, and follows Medikal's loss to Black Sherif at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has revealed that she experiences stage fright before major performances, including at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards. She attributed her perceived composure and presence to focusing on instrumental loops during performances rather than natural confidence.
2 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghanaian gospel musician Diana Hamilton has revealed she experiences stage fright despite her acclaimed performances at major events, recounting occasions when she felt physically unwell before performing. She explained that what audiences perceive as her composure and stage presence results from focusing on instrumental loops to maintain her performance.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roland Europe Group has appointed Ghanaian business executive and musician Opoku Sanaa as Head of Sales for Middle East & Africa, effective September 2026. Sanaa will lead the company's commercial strategy and sales operations across the region, drawing on nearly two decades of international experience in sales leadership and market expansion.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Award-winning gospel artiste Adom Kiki has released a new worship song, "Nyame Aboa Me," a thanksgiving anthem celebrating God's faithfulness and mercy. He also discussed his loss at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards and his Presbyterian Church upbringing.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
Veteran Ghanaian musician Togbe Afrika is staging a comeback concert dubbed "TOGBE AFRIKA HOMECOMING" on 29th August 2026 at Infinity Stars Hotel in Dzodze-Penyi, Volta Region, after nearly two decades away from active music. The event will feature performances by Enam and Jah Phinga and is expected to draw music lovers, traditional leaders, and entertainment personalities.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician KiDi has set August 27, 2026, as the release date for his third studio album, "Where Do We Go From Here," marking his return after two years of work on the project.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Producer Joker Nharnah has completed work on a new music project by Black Sherif and submitted it to his management for release this year.
9 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Over 230 artistes, managers, music executives, media practitioners and creative entrepreneurs gathered at the British Council in Accra for the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit, held in commemoration of World Music Day to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts and equip Ghana's music community with practical knowledge for sustainable careers.
26 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Over 200 artistes, managers, executives, media practitioners, and creative entrepreneurs attended the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards Music Summit at the British Council in Accra to discuss brand endorsements and music contracts as part of World Music Day commemoration.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Tieme Music, founded in 2022 by Franck Osei-Mensah and Charlène Osei-Mensah with bases in Accra and Paris, has become the #1 music distribution platform in Ghana by 2025 and reached over 6,000 artists while signing seven major talents to its label services. The company has earned 17 nominations at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards and international recognition including nominations at the Trace Music Awards, the Headies, and two nominations at the Les Flammes Awards in France.
26 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Emmanuel Sedo, founder of FlipTheMusic and popularly known as Electro Mirror, spoke at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards National Music Summit on 19th June, sharing insights on music contracts and industry navigation. He emphasised the importance of understanding contracts, building professional relationships, and creating distinctive records, drawing on his experience securing Gyakie's first international deal.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Highlife star Kofi Kinaata's patriotic anthem 'Black Stars,' produced by WillisBeatz and released before Ghana's Panama match, has become the unofficial anthem for Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign and the most-used Black Stars track on social media platforms including TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram.
19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Fashion critic Charlie Dior reviewed red carpet looks from the 2026 Ghana Movie Awards, naming Yvonne Nelson and Nana Akua Addo as best dressed. Dior praised Nelson's Hagans-designed red gown, noting the styling worked best with her natural hair and lace styling, describing it as elegant and commanding.
18 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Bosoma's song "Time" has reached No. 4 on Ghana's Top Trending Songs Chart without major promotion or celebrity endorsement, drawing attention to the emerging artist and his rise through deliberate work rather than shortcuts.
15 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Two weeks after winning five awards at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, including Artiste of the Year, Black Sherif visited Telecel Ghana's headquarters for a courtesy call with senior executives and awards organisers Charterhouse to discuss year-long partnerships during his reign.
30 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Black Sherif has released his new single "Swagga," produced by Joker Nharnah, following his win of five major awards including Artiste of the Year at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards. The track follows his earlier 2024 single 'Popstar' and builds on the success of his sophomore album 'Iron Boy'.
29 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Newly crowned Artiste of the Year Black Sherif made a courtesy visit to Telecel Ghana's headquarters two weeks after winning five awards at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards. He met with senior executives from Telecel and awards organiser Charterhouse to discuss potential partnerships during his reign.
23 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Reigning TGMA Gospel Artiste of the Year Diana Hamilton will stage "The Experience" concert in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, October 3, 2026. The concert follows the success of the Ghana edition and will feature worship, praise, and fellowship, though supporting artistes have not yet been announced.
20 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Nana Akua Addo has said the TGMA red carpet should not be the sole measure of celebrity fashion, as fashion extends beyond one awards scheme. Her comments follow her AMVCA appearance in a cathedral-inspired gown, which sparked allegations from a Paris-based fashion house over design elements.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Actress and fashion icon Nana Akua Addo has revealed her ambition to grace the Met Gala red carpet in the coming years, citing her decade-long display of diverse fashion pieces. She also defended the fashion diversity at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards, comparing it to the BET Awards and noting that music awards celebrate diverse genres and therefore diverse fashion.
18 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Arts and culture journalist Kwame Dadzie challenges rapper Strongman's assertion that he was the first to rap on an adowa beat, arguing that Ghanaian rappers have rapped over adowa rhythms since the early 1990s, citing Reggie Rockstone's early hiplife work as evidence.
18 May 2026 · Joy Online →
At the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, emerging singer Asiama won Best Male Vocal Performance with his debut single Akoma, which also earned a Record of the Year nomination and recognition in the Best Audio Engineer category. The achievement marks a rare triple milestone for the young artiste at the country's biggest music event.
15 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Kumasi-based singer Asiama won 'Best Male Vocal Performance' at the 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards and was nominated for Record of the Year with his debut single 'Akoma', produced by Kwame Yeboah.
15 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
The 27th Telecel Ghana Music Awards, held at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre, delivered glamour, music, fashion and performances. The red carpet theme "A Touch of Glitter" saw attendees in sequins, velvet, feathers, metallic suits and reflective outfits that prompted widespread social media commentary.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Dapper Jayden, a creative entrepreneur, stated that fashion icon Nana Akua Addo has "outgrown" the Telecel Ghana Music Awards red carpet, noting that she is now focusing on larger platforms like the Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Awards and aspiring toward the MET gala for brand building.
14 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghanaian influencer Adjoa Tee has pushed back against criticism of content creators at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards red carpet, arguing that influencers who are invited have worked to earn recognition and deserve the same opportunity as musicians to express themselves and showcase designs.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame used the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards red carpet to protest illegal mining, dressing in gold to illustrate the contrast between Ghana's gold's beauty and galamsey's environmental destruction. He called the fight against galamsey a collective national responsibility transcending party lines.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →