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Light-skinned Actresses Were Preferred By Movie Producers – Beverly Afaglo
25 Mar

Light-skinned Actresses Were Preferred By Movie Producers – Beverly Afaglo

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Popular Ghanaian actress Beverly Afaglo has shed light on the challenges she and many other artistes faced during her early years in the film industry. Speaking in an interview on Joy Learning TV, the accomplished actress and entrepreneur revealed that producers practiced discrimination by casting light-skinned actors over darker actresses for major roles in movies. Afaglo explained this industry preference stemmed from the widespread belief that lighter complexions appeared more appealing on camera. "Our time, what most of the producers were doing was, you have to be a half-cast. I think Jackie Appiah was the only person because she was…
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Dr Louisa Distances Herself From ‘Blowjob Is Harmful’ Comment
24 Mar

Dr Louisa Distances Herself From ‘Blowjob Is Harmful’ Comment

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Renowned dentist Dr. Louisa Satekla has distanced herself from a viral report claiming that oral sex is harmful and can lead to cancer. A post circulating on social media alleged that Dr. Satekla had warned against the practice, citing health risks. However, Dr. Satekla has firmly denied the claim, stating that the information is entirely false and does not reflect her views. The doctor, who is also the wife of Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy, issued a statement on social media to clarify the situation. “My attention has been drawn to an image circulating on social media bearing my likeness, name,…
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National Theatre To Hold Vigil Night In Honour Of Mawuli Semevo
24 Mar

National Theatre To Hold Vigil Night In Honour Of Mawuli Semevo

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The National Theatre of Ghana is hosting a special tribute event dubbed, “Remembering Mawuli Semevo” to honour the life and legacy of the renowned actor who passed on Thursday, February 20. The event will take place on Thursday, March 27 at 6:30 pm at the National Theatre's main auditorium. Mawuli Semevo, who retired as the director of Drama Company, one of the three resident performing groups of the National Theatre of Ghana sadly passed away last month at Ridge Hospital due to injuries he suffered in a fire accident. Known for his exceptional acting skills, both on stage and in…
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A Long-Lost Klimt Painting Of An African Prince Goes On Show
24 Mar

A Long-Lost Klimt Painting Of An African Prince Goes On Show

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An early painting by the famed Austrian painter Gustav Klimt, thought lost since the 1930s, is on view for the first time since its recent rediscovery. The portrait of Prince William Nii Nortey Dowuona — a representative of the Ga people in West Africa, in what is Ghana today — was painted in 1897 and depicts the prince in profile against loose brushstrokes of florals. Just over 2 feet tall, the small portrait is on display by the Viennese gallery Wienerroither & Kohlbacher (W&K) at the art fair TEFAF Maastricht in the Netherlands, with a price tag of €15 million…
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Agya Koo Reveals How He Narrowly Escaped Becoming A Victim Of Notorious Ritual Killer
24 Mar

Agya Koo Reveals How He Narrowly Escaped Becoming A Victim Of Notorious Ritual Killer

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Ghanaian actor Agya Koo has disclosed that he almost became a victim of the notorious occultist, Dr. Sri Yogi Ram Beckley. Speaking on his Tete Mmofra Online TV podcast, the movie legend shared his near encounter with the dreaded ritualist during his early days as a cobbler roaming and hustling on the streets of Accra. According to the actor, but for the intervention of an unknown woman, he might have been drawn into an uncertain encounter with the occultist at his infamous Fadama residence. "Someone called me to come and work for him. I turned around, and upon seeing the…
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RNAQ40: A Look At The Dreamy, Picturesque And ‘Jaw-Dropping’ Decor By These Three Ghanaian Talents
24 Mar

RNAQ40: A Look At The Dreamy, Picturesque And ‘Jaw-Dropping’ Decor By These Three Ghanaian Talents

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Out of the many things that struck patrons at businessman Richard Nii-Armah Quaye’s birthday party and caught the attention of netizens on social media, the breathtaking decor stood out. Undeniably an ‘eye candy’, netizens couldn’t help but marvel at the stunning designs, capturing them in awe and wondering about the masterminds behind these creative pieces. There were three distinct designs with three different themes at Richard Nii-Armah Quaye’s 40th birthday celebration held at Independence Square. As pictures from the event flooded social media, netizens couldn’t help but ask, "Is this really the Independence Square transformed into such a paradise?" Well,…
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People Pretend To Be United In The Gospel Music Industry – Broda Sammy
21 Mar

People Pretend To Be United In The Gospel Music Industry – Broda Sammy

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Ghanaian gospel singer, Broda Sammy has expressed concerns about certain practices in the gospel music industry. According to him, there is a division within the industry as some artistes refuse to work with others based on language and personal preferences. During an interview on the ‘Asetena Pa’ show with Akoto Mansa, Broda Sammy pointed out a trend where certain gospel musicians, especially those who compose songs in English, prefer to only collaborate with other artistes who also sing in English. “In this industry, some people pretend to be united, but they only work with those who speak English or share…
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Court Directs Osu Tenant To Remove Nightclub Extensions From Landlady’s Property
21 Mar

Court Directs Osu Tenant To Remove Nightclub Extensions From Landlady’s Property

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A tenant in Osu who controversially transformed his landlady’s property into a nightclub has been ordered by a court to personally dismantle all unauthorized structures he erected on the premises. In a video circulating on TikTok, a voiceover alleges that the landlady had offered compensation for the tenant’s investment in the modifications he made to facilitate the nightlife activities. However, he reportedly rejected the offer. The video captures an excavator tearing down parts of the nightclub as lawyers, police officers, and the landlady supervise the process. According to the narrator, the tenant is particularly aggrieved over a leaked video showcasing…
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Court Directs Osu Tenant To Remove Nightclub Extensions From Landlady’s Property
21 Mar

Court Directs Osu Tenant To Remove Nightclub Extensions From Landlady’s Property

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A tenant in Osu who controversially transformed his landlady’s property into a nightclub has been ordered by a court to personally dismantle all unauthorized structures he erected on the premises. In a video circulating on TikTok, a voiceover alleges that the landlady had offered compensation for the tenant’s investment in the modifications he made to facilitate the nightlife activities. However, he reportedly rejected the offer. The video captures an excavator tearing down parts of the nightclub as lawyers, police officers, and the landlady supervise the process. According to the narrator, the tenant is particularly aggrieved over a leaked video showcasing…
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Some African Showbiz Giants Expected To Grace Richard Nii Armah Quaye’s 40th Birthday Party
21 Mar

Some African Showbiz Giants Expected To Grace Richard Nii Armah Quaye’s 40th Birthday Party

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Stonebwoy, Davido, King Promise, Efya, Tanzania's Diamond Platnumz, and many other celebrities across Africa are expected to attend the 40th birthday party of Ghanaian entrepreneur and philanthropist Richard Nii Armah Quaye. The grand celebration, set to take place on March 22, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra, is poised to be one of the most high-profile gatherings of the year. It will unite the continent’s most influential leaders, business tycoons, and entertainment icons under one roof. According to a leaked copy of the guest list making rounds on social media, the event intends to bring in an impressive roster of entertainment…
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