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Ghana Dance Festival 2024 Kicks off with Afrolatin Congress
The 10th edition of the Ghana Dance Festival kicks off with the Afrolatin Congress from 29th August through to 1st September, 2024. This was preceded by a week long preparty at various dance clubs in Takoradi, Kumasi, and Accra.
The Afrolatin Congress presents 4 days of incredible dance experience in Salsa, Kizomba, Bachata and Afro Dance types, in the form of Workshops, Dance Parties, Performances and Tourism
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Thursday marks the Akwaaba Night, hosted by Marriot Hotel, Airport. Friday comes with a day part tourism experience, with planned visitation to the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and Accra environs, and a Night Time DJs Party, to be held at Kavalli Night Club in Osu. Saturday starts with a workshop with local and international instructors during the day, and the Grand Finale at night featuring amazing performances from the industry’s best.
On Sunday, the event comes to a close with a Poolside jam at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel.
Confirmed guests attending the event are Kumasi, Takoradi, Tamale , Accra and others from the international community, Benin, Togo, Nigeria, Cote D’Ivoire and South Africa.
According to Robert Klah, CEO of Dancetera, “this year’s festival is the 10th edition. It’s been tough, it’s been convoluted and very daunting, but the only reason why I have come this far with this project, is because of colleagues, friends, family and God. Without you, there is no Ghana Dance Festival.”
The Afrolatin Congress of the Ghana Dance Festival is through the partnership with the Dancers & DanceSport Association of Ghana, and powered by Dancetera.
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Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale
Afro-highlife musician, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apologised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Movement following his controversial remarks about his song.
Kay9ice made the comments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.
Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Movement.
Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice expressed regret for his statements, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.
“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of disrespecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.
Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Von Sinu releases debut single ‘Thank You’
Von Sinu, an upcoming gospel musician, has released her debut single titled ‘Thank You’ which is gaining popularity on the airwaves and streaming platforms.
‘Thank you’ seeks to appreciate God for his goodness and faithfulness in her life.
In an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Von, who is also a fashion designer said “looking back at my life and what God has told me about myself, I was grateful.
She said she had to record it and later sent it to a friend who has been very instrumental in her being a gospel singer.
She said though there were other songs written and recorded, she thought it was prudent to release ‘Thank you’ as the Bible urges believers to give thanks in Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name”
The song is available on all digital platforms including Youtube, Spotify, Apple music Deezer and Tidal.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
