Entertainment
Stonebwoy joins Boomplay Golden Club with over 100 million streams

Globally acclaimed afrobeats and dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has officially joined the prestigious Boomplay Golden Club, surpassing an impressive milestone of over 100 million streams on Africa’s most expansive music streaming and download platform.
Stream and download “5Th Dimension” on Boomplay via: https://www.boomplay.com/albums/68836884?from=search&srModel=COPYLINK&srList=WEB
The Boomplay Golden Club is an exclusive club reserved for artistes who have achieved exceptional streaming numbers on the platform.
Stonebwoy’s entry into this exclusive club places him among the ranks of other African music icons, including Nigeria’s Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Fireboy DML, Joeboy, and Omah Lay, as well as Tanzania’s Diamond Platinumz and Rayvanny, who have also crossed the 100 million stream mark.
The accomplishment arrives a few weeks after his fifth studio album, “5Th Dimension,” was published via Universal Music Group and DefJam Recordings. The album has surpassed 20 million streams on Boomplay.
Reaching over 100 million career streams on Boomplay is a significant milestone that showcases Stonebwoy’s widespread appeal.
It also further solidifies Stonebwoy’s status as one of Africa’s most celebrated and influential musicians, pioneering the afrodancehall genre into mainstream success.
His songs such as “Nominate,” featuring American artist Keri Hilson, Activate,” with Nigerian superstar Davido, and Putuu,” have all contributed to his remarkable streaming success.
These tracks have not only dominated charts across Africa but have also garnered international recognition.
Boomplay, Africa’s leading music streaming service, has recognized Stonebwoy’s exceptional talent and the immense popularity of his music, which has resonated with fans across the continent and beyond.
With his distinctive sound and energetic performances, he has consistently delivered captivating hits that have amassed a massive following.
Known for his unique fusion of reggae, dancehall, and afrobeats, Stonebwoy has established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the global music scene. His lyrical prowess, infectious melodies, and socially conscious themes have struck a chord with listeners, earning him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
Meanwhile, Stonebwoy is set to embark on a North American and Canada tour in support of his ground-breaking “5th Dimension” album, which made an impressive debut, entering the Billboard Reggae Album Chart at No. 8.
Dubbed the “5Th Dimension” Tour, the 12-date trek will take him from his native Ghana to North America from July 15 to August, bringing his vibrant and energetic performances to audiences across the region and his infectious energy and musical prowess to fans in North America. He will also head to Europe later this year for a brief UK tour with shows in Manchester at Canvas on October 26, Birmingham at O2 Academy 2 on October 27, and London at the Electric Brixton on October 29.
On the road, Stonebwoy will be promoting his “5Th Dimension” record, which includes “Manodzi” (which features multi-GRAMMY award-winner Angelique Lidjo), “Life & Money” (which features English rap heavyweight Stormzy), and “Into The Future”.
Check out Stonebwoy’s “5Th Dimension” North America tour dates below:
15th July, Duluth, MN (USA)
1st August, Georgetown, Guyana
3 August, New York, NY (USA)
6th August, Boston, MA (USA)
9th August, Hartford, CT (USA)
11th August, New York, NY (USA)
12th August, Philadelphia, PA (USA)
13 August, Washington, DC (USA)
16th August, Atlanta, GA (USA)
20th August, Detroit, MI (USA)
Watch Into The Future visuals here: https://youtu.be/gMINOvYsblk
Entertainment
Miss Ghana 2025 finalists unveiled

The talented 16 contestants have been unveiled at a grand ceremony held at the Tang Palace Hotel in Accra last Saturday.
These finalists made the cut following gruelling auditions in November 2024, where young women from across the country showcased their beauty, intelligence, and passion for service.
According to the organisers, the search is for a queen who exemplifies selflessness, intelligence, discipline, and dedication to societal service.
The contestants will go through calculated weekly tasks ahead of the highly anticipated grand finale on March 29, 2025.
Each contestant will now represent their respective regions as they compete for the prestigious Miss Ghana 2025 crown.
Organised by Exclusive Events Ghana and Miss Ghana Foundation, the Miss Ghana pageant is more than just a beauty competition.
As part of the modalities, the winner will not only represent Ghana on the global stage at Miss World but will also lead charitable initiatives under the Miss Ghana Foundation, focusing on supporting vulnerable communities.
The contestants expressed their readiness to prove their mettle in the competition for the ultimate.
This year’s pageant is being sponsored by Bullet TV and supported by Gold Presence, Tang Palace Hotel, Belaqua, Bel Beverages Ghana, Pippa’s Health Centre, Central Hotel, Accra, Airport Women’s Hospital, Renault Ghana, and Premium Motors Limited.
The rest include Dainess Chefs School, Eye360security, Hottees Ghana, Dyeweb fabrics, BELLE cosmetics, Akagres bakery, Blaq travels and Kingdom Books & Stationery among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Felicia Boadu releases ‘Adom Wura’

Ghanaian gospel musician and philanthropist, Felicia Boadu, has released her new single titled ‘Adom Wura’ a powerful message to the world.
This inspiring gospel song is a beautifully curated blend of traditional African rhythms and contemporary gospel sounds, crafted to appreciate, adore, and honour God as the ultimate source of grace.
With her unique voice and distinctive style, Felicia delivers music that uplifts and deeply resonates with her audience.
As a rising figure in contemporary gospel music, she aims to capture the hearts and souls of all who listen to her songs.
Backed by Supreme Media Solutions, Felicia is poised to reach new heights in her music career.
Her latest single Adom Wura, which translates to Conveyor of Grace, was produced by Dan Bassey.