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01 Aug

Mid-Year Budget : Kwakye Warns Govt Against Actions That Can Disturb Subsequent Release Of IMF Cash

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Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) Dr John Kwakye has warned the government against actions that can disturb the release of the second tranche of the 3 billion IMF cash. This was after he said that the Mid-Year budget review that was presented by Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta was a rehash of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. “The programme has strict quantitative and structural performance criteria that must not be breached in order not to forfeit subsequent financial disbursements,” Dr Kwakye tweeted. The Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta has said that overall first-quarter growth for…

01 Aug

KiDi Calls For The End Of The Ghana-Nigeria Music Comparison

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Ghanaian music sensation, KiDi, has unreservedly voiced his exasperation regarding the persistent comparisons drawn between the Nigerian and Ghanaian music industries. According to KiDi, Nigerian musicians’ remarkable global and local achievements should not be misconstrued as a sign of the Ghanaian music industry lagging behind. In no uncertain terms, KiDi emphasized that each country’s music industry possesses its unique strengths, talent, and artistic flair. Speaking with Pulse Ghana, the singer said “As a people, I want us to dead this conversation and comparison spirit, It’s embracing and empathetic. We are always crying on the internet about Ghana and Nigerian, stop it it’s embarrassing”. “A…

01 Aug

I Make More Money From International Gigs Than From Funerals And Weddings – Empress Gifty

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During an appearance on UTV’s United Showbiz last Saturday, July 29, 2023, Ghanaian gospel sensation Empress Gifty Adorye, also known as Empress Gifty, opened up about her preference for performing abroad rather than in her home country, Ghana. The renowned ‘Aseda’ hitmaker explained that the primary reason for this preference is the financial aspect. She revealed that she earns more money from shows outside of Ghana compared to local performances at events such as funerals and weddings. Empress Gifty, who is not only a gifted singer but also a talented songwriter and fashionista, stressed that the income generated from funerals and weddings in…

01 Aug

#FillGPLCentres: We Need To Restore Traditional Clubs Back To Glory – Mawuko Afadzinu

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Marketing professional Mawuko Afadzinu has revealed getting the traditional clubs to the heights they belong could be a way of making the Ghana Premier League attractive again. Unlike some years ago, Ghana’s top fight has failed to deliver the excitement it possesses and the competition fans desire which has led to the low patronage of the league. According to Afadzinu, who also serves as the President of the Ghana Table Tennis Association, the Premier League’s level and patronage have dropped due to the traditional clubs underperforming. Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak have won the league once each in the…

01 Aug

#FillGPLCentres: GHALCA Will Adopt Findings From Football Survey – Kudjoe Fianoo

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The Chairman of the Ghana League Clubs Association, Kudjoe Fianoo, has pledged to implement the outcome of the survey by the Multimedia Group on the low patronage of the Ghana Premier League. Nhyira Sports and Joy Sports conducted a survey to find out the rationale behind people showing little or no interest in Ghana’s top flight over the last few years. The survey became a necessity after clubs saw a massive drop in numbers with regard to attendance at the various stadia. The Multimedia Group presented its findings during a Mid-Year Thought Leadership event, dubbed “#FillGplCenters” on Monday, July 31.…

01 Aug

Sarkodie, Black Sherif, Other Ghanaian Musicians Deserve Diplomatic Passports – Anne Sophie Avé

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Former France Ambassador to Ghana, Anne Sophie Avé, has taken to social media to shower praise upon Ghanaian musicians for their exceptional contributions in representing the country on the global stage. In a tweet, she expressed her deep admiration for their achievements and went as far as suggesting that they should be honoured with diplomatic passports for their remarkable efforts in promoting Ghana to the world. The list of talented artists she commended includes some of Ghana's most celebrated names in the music industry, namely Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, Black Sherif, Shatta Wale, R2Bees, and King Promise. In her tweet, Ambassador Avé…

01 Aug

Thank God, I Thought I Was Pregnant – Teni Speaks On Health Issues

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Nigerian singer-songwriter Teniola Apata better known as Teni has revealed the seriousness of her health problems on her official Instagram account. The singer displayed the numerous medications she had been taking in videos posted to her Instagram account, which were crucial to her quick recovery. Teni described her trauma, saying that she had great trouble opening her mouth, which prevented her from being able to properly eat and interact with people. The 'Billionaire' coroner constantly expressed her deep thankfulness to God for her quick recovery, highlighting how up until she totally recovered, her life had felt like a horrible hell.…

01 Aug

Lilwin Premieres ‘Mr. President’ Movie August 26 In Kumasi

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Ghanaian actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as "Lil Win," is set to premiere his highly anticipated movie titled "Mr. President." The premiere of the movie, set for Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the SG Mall in Kumasi, features a star-studded line-up of Kumawood actors and actresses. Lilwin, who is the Executive Producer of the movie and the Chief Executive Officer of Wezzy Empire Movie Productions, stars as the lead actor in the ambitious movie project that was shot in Ghana and the United Arab Emirates. In a recent interview, the award-winning actor stated that "Mr. President" was aimed at reviving…