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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. 

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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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 Hallelujah is more than just a song — Khojo Tiger

Kojo Tiger

 Budding Ghanaian musician, Khojo Tiger, known in private life as Pat­rick Eshun, has inspired music lovers with his new song, ‘Hallelujah’.

According to him, ‘Hallelujah’ is more than a song; it teaches gratitude and triumph.

The single, released on February 3, 2025, celebrates victory over life’s struggles and acknowledges divine grace.

“Whether you are seeking motiva­tion or simply a song that speaks to the soul, Hallelujah is set to be a timeless addition to your playlist,” he told The Spectator.

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Khojo Tiger’s new son masterfully blends elements of gospel, soul, and contemporary sounds to create an emo­tionally charged experience for music lovers.

Known for his dynamic vocal delivery and profound lyrical storytelling, Khojo Tiger continues to make his mark in the industry, and this latest release promises to be a testament to his artistic depth.

Khojo Tiger is a talented singer-song­writer making waves in the music industry with his unique blend of soulful melodies and inspiring messages.

The song which is expected to lift the spirit of music lovers was produced by Mark Sound and it’s available on all music streaming platforms.

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 By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

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 Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale

• Shatta Wale (L) and Kay9ice

 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.

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“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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