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Stonebwoy unveils Camon 16
Multiple award winning Dancehall sensation, Stonebwoy, brand ambassador of Tecno mobile phones, Ghana, has unveiled its new smart phone the Camon 16 series in Accra last week.
It was a wee-feeling when the Dancehall sensation charged the atmosphere to launch the smartphone which boasts an industry-first rear 64-megapixel quad camera and a front 48-megapixel camera for photo enthusiasts.
The Camon 16 series comes in two variants, the Camon 16 Premier and the Camon 16 Pro.
Tecno Training Manager, Cyril Amarteifio reiterated that, one of the key outputs of TAIVOS™ is providing users an excellent and unprecedented visual experience, especially at night and low-light environments.
“This capability means that TAIVOS™ can filter image noise better and optimise image clarity, thereby enhancing night photography effects.
Mr Daniel Glover, General Manager, Mobile Zone, sole agents of Tecno Mobile said Tecno Mobile is a major driver of mobile phone penetration in Africa.
According to him, Mobile Zone and Tecno started partnership 14 years ago when Mobile Zone and TECNO decided to cooperate in doing business, envisaging at the time that their collaboration would bring about a very successful business in the future.
“Today that vision, we can say, has seen the light of day with many thousands of people gaining employment and establishing businesses through that initiative”, he stated.
Stonebwoy thrilled the crowed with his latest hit “Putuu”.
Entertainment
Nineteen57 Events announces Black Stars Legacy Awards
Nineteen57 Events has announced the launch of an event aimed at celebrating Ghanaian, African, and diaspora achievements.
The event is a prestigious platform dedicated to honouring exceptional individuals and organizations contributing to the growth and success of the Ghanaian society, the African continent, and the African diaspora.
Since its inception as part of Rhythms on the Runway in 2019 during Ghana’s historic Year of Return celebration, the Black Star Legacy Awards has recognized remarkable achievements in creative arts, culture, and beyond.
It has always been a component of ‘Rhythms On Da Runway,’ however, the organisers have decided to stage it as an independent event this year.
This shift allows for an expanded focus, honouring excellence across various fields, including business, leadership, innovation, science, and humanitarian efforts.
This bold move aligns with the awards’ mission of celebrating the spirit of achievement and innovation that defines Ghana and connects it to the broader Pan-African and global community.
While specific event details, including categories and selection criteria, are still being finalised, the Black Star Legacy Awards promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the very best of Ghana, Africa, and the diaspora.
Esteemed icons from Ghana, Africa and the African Diay such as Obrafour, Ricci Osei, Hon. Lisa Hanna, Reggie Rockstone, Queen Asabea Cropper, Nene Agyemang, Agya Koo Nimo, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Morgan Heritage, Stonebwoy, and Richard Mofe Damijo have been among the honorees, setting the stage for what has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of excellence.
Entertainment
Zhikay Junior launches ‘The mind shift campaign’
Ghanaian award winning gospel blogger Isaac Nartey, popularly known as Zhikay Ike Junior, and his team have launched a campaign at Sap’s School in Teshie-Nungua, located in the Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra region.
Themed ‘The mind shift campaign’, it was aimed to touch the lives of students by educating them on the use of social media and how it can impact lives.
Isaac Nartey, told The Spectator that the purpose of the campaign was to orient students in Ghana about social media and its impact.
Sharing photos from the campaign on Facebook, Zhikay also emphasised the importance of listening to children’s concerns, which include mental health, emotions, and societal acceptance.
“We must not consider children as just minors, they have genuine concerns that revolve around mental health, emotions, societal acceptance and others. We must create avenues for their voice to be heard,” He explained
The campaign included education, games, and entertainment. Some students received customized ‘Zhikay’ items as rewards for their hard work.
This initiative seems to be made a positive impact on the students.
‘The school tour will delve into the overview of social media and how it can be used to impact society positively,’ he added
Zhikay embarked on the tour with popular Ghanaian content creators such as “Freedom Official” and “Quecy Official.” Together, they created an educational and engaging atmosphere for the students.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
