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South Africa edition of “The Journey” by Abena Ghana premieres on Sunday
Viewers of ‘The Journey’ television programme will have an all-new experience with the fresh season of the programme which put the spotlight on Ghanaians living in South Africa
The show hosted by Ghanaian actress, Abena Ghana, is a talk show that focuses on the stories of people who have had great life experiences worth sharing to inspire others.
The Season 10, will premiere this Sunday on Adom TV.
Sharing what is contained in the new season 10 with the media, Abena Ghana said, “ The new season of The Journey show is for me to communicate and interact with Ghanaians living in South Africa to find out the things they go through as foreigners living in a different country.”
She said the show has been inspirational and motivational to viewers and for this reason, she thought it wise to extend the impact to other countries to know Ghanaians in other countries were faring.
Talking about the experience shooting in South Africa for the new season, Abena Ghana said it wasn’t easy due to some processes one had to meet before shooting.
Luckily for her, with the help of some dignitaries from Ghana securing a permit before the shoot at the right locations was smooth.
“It was an interesting experience working with other people who are not in your team as the crew, but due to the love of the work, it was successful,” she revealed.
Abena Ghana noted that her guests shared stories of their experiences in SA, how life has been for them, the ups and downs as well as how they subdued difficulties encountered.
She urged viewers to expect nothing but the best moments of fun, melancholy, and inspiration.
Over the years, the show has given people, irrespective of their backgrounds, the opportunity to share their life experiences and other lessons learnt.
This has covered personalities from diverse industries like entertainment, religion, business, lifestyle, and health among others,” she said.
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Redeemed Baptist Church congratulates trio
Three members of the Redeemed Baptist Church in Ogbojo – Emerita Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf, Mrs Florence Mangwe Hutchful and Mrs Comfort Owusu, were among 22 award recipients for their exceptional contribution to national development at the 10th Ghana Women of Excellence Awards ceremony held in Accra.
The trio were recognised for their exceptional performances in their respective field of endeavours.
Emerita Ardayfio-Schandorf is a seasoned geographer and Chairperson of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Mrs Hutchful comes in as the first President of the Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management, Ghana and Mrs Owusu as the Executive Director of the Association of Rural Banks (ARB) Ghana.
The awards, held on the eve of the International Women’s Day, is a component of Ghana’s observation of the Day which was under the theme ‘Empowering the Ghanaian woman for National Development.”
The clergy and congregation of the Redeemed Baptist Church says Ayekoo to the award winners.
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TGMA unveils nominees for 26th edition
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) have unveiled nominations for the 26th edition of the awards.
A ceremony to unveil the awards held last Saturday at the Grand Arena was filled with shocks, surprises, and excitement.
The ultimate category, Artiste of the Year will see, Kweku Smoke, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, King Promise, Black Sherif, King Paluta and reigning champion, Stonebwoy.
King Paluta, King Promise and Stonebwoy
Best New Artiste of the Year, a key category for the emerging talents to make a mark will feature Lali X Lola, Arathejay, Rap Fada, Beeztrap KOTM, and Kwesi Amewugah.
Lovers of gospel music will have a tough time choosing Empress Gifty, Joe Mettle, Team Eternity, Piesie Esther, Diana Hamilton or MOG Music as the Gospel Artiste of the Year.
Medikal, Sarkodie, King Paluta, Black Sherif, Kweku Smoke, Beeztrap and Amerado will battle it out for the Best Hiplife/Hip Hop Artiste of the Year crown.
A category which would generate controversy is the Best Rap Performance with a fierce contest between Sarkodie, Okyeame Kwame, Eno Barony, Lyrical Joe, Flowking Stone and Kweku Smoke.
There are other interesting categories like Highlife Song of the Year, Telecel Most Popular Song, Male and Female Vocalists of the Year among others up for grabs for the 26th edition of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
The reigning Artiste of the Year, Stonebwoy was nominated in the same category again in addition to Album/EP of the Year – “Up and Running”, Best Reggae/Dancehall Song – “Psalm 23”, Best Music Video – “Jejereje”, Best Reggae Dancehall Artiste, International Collaboration of the Year – “Ekelebe” featuring OdumoduBlvck, “Jiggle And Whine” featuring Spice, and Most Popular Song – “Jejereje”.
This year’s edition of Ghana’s biggest music night comes off on May 3, 2025, at the Accra International
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
