NEWS AND ENTERTAINMENT

​ It is with deep sadness that we report the death of South African rapper, AKA (Kiernan Jarryd Forbes). AKA, whose real name was Kiernan Jarryd Forbes, was one of the most influential and successful musicians in South Africa, and his death has sent shockwaves through the South African music community. AKA first rose to fame in the early 2010s with his hit songs "Victory Lap" and "All Eyes on Me." Over the years, he continued to release chart-topping albums and singles, and he became one of the most recognizable faces in South African hip hop. With his unique flow and distinctive style, AKA quickly established himself as one of the most talented rappers in the country. AKA In addition to his music career, AKA was known for his outspoken personality and willingness to speak out on controversial issues. He was a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, and he often used his platform to raise awareness about the importance of taking care of one's mental well-bei...

​ T he entertainment industry in Ghana has been growing rapidly over the past few years, and today it is one of the most vibrant and dynamic in Africa. The industry is characterized by a rich and diverse range of cultural expressions, from music and film to theater and dance, and it plays a key role in shaping the country's national identity and cultural heritage. Music is one of the most popular forms of entertainment in Ghana, with a wide range of genres including highlife, gospel, hiplife, afrobeats, and traditional music. The country has produced many talented musicians over the years, including E.T. Mensah, Osibisa, Amakye Dede, Daddy Lumba, Stonebwoy, Sarkodie, Shatta Wale, Edem, Guru, Samini, Obrafuo, Reggie Rockstone, Becca, Efya , Okyeame Kwame, EL and Gasmilla, to name just a few. Many of these artists have gained international recognition and continue to tour the world, spreading the unique sound of Ghanaian music far and wide. The film industry in Ghana is also thriving...

​ Ras Kuuku believes that Sarkodie’s manager Angel Town is the one to be blamed for Sarkodie’s refusal to respond to colleagues. “For me straight forward I will say it’s Angel. It’s Angel who is blocking people from reaching Sarkodie. Me myself I’ve sent songs to them and Angel has blocked them. He doesn’t tell Sarkodie what to do but he blocks the songs from reaching Sarkodie,”  he said. Kuuku claims Angel is the one who often keeps Sarkodie away from featuring others when they ask, claiming everyone on the showbiz scene in Tema knows this for a fact. Although he did not provide any form of evidence to back his claim, he said  “the whole Tema South knows that it is that fat guy, they know it is Angel Town who prevents Sarkodie from responding to colleagues”. He added that all the blame for the attacks people are laying on Sarkodie should be laid on Angel Town. Ras Kuuku was reacting to Samini’s last week complains about Sarkodie for failing to reply to his messages and helpin...