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Nigerian singer, Tems, over the moon after Snoop Dogg’s request for collaboration

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2 years ago

January 23, 2023

Multiple award winning Nigerian singer, Tems, has gotten another international endorsement after legendary American rapper and producer, Snoop Dogg, revealed that he is keen doing doing a collaboration with the Nigerian singing sensation.

Snoop Dogg made his intentions known in a post on Tems’ Instagram account which she shared with a video of the veteran rapper saying how much he loves her music and how he would want to be on a song with her.

In the video, the ‘Drop It Like Its Hot’ hitmaker stated that everyone in his home has been dancing to Tem’s songs, adding “I need one with you.”

“So Tems, when are we going to make a record? You know I’m a fan. Now let’s get to the sh*t. Let’s make a f**king hit record girl.

“You have my whole family dancing to your sh#t, I need one with you. And you can post that. Happy new year,” Snoop said.

In her response, the elated Tems took to her Twitter account to express her delight in what she called getting noticed by the “Greatest of All Time.”

“How you know you tha 🐐 is when you attract the all the 🐐’s.
“It don’t take too long for a GOAT to recognise another GOAT.
But the sheep, they always blind af,” she posted.

How you know you tha 🐐 is when you attract the all the 🐐’s.
It don’t take too long for a GOAT to recognise another GOAT.
But the sheep, they always blind af.

— TEMS (@temsbaby) January 19, 2023

Since her breakthrough a few years ago, Tems has won the hearts of many with her music especially after featuring in Wizkid’s mega hit, “Essense”.

She has also made it to the Billboard and other international charts and has had features with American stars like Rihanna and Future.

She has also featured on numerous Barack Obama playlists including that of 2022 with her song ‘Vibe’.

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UNESCO lists Ghana’s Kente cloth as cultural heritage

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13 hours ago

December 18, 2024

Isaac Dachen

The iconic Ghanaian Kente, a piece of clothing, has been recognized as a cultural heritage on UNESCO’s Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

The global recognition, according to the UN body, is coming under the 2003 Convention for Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage highlights the cultural and historical significance of the vibrant, handwoven textile.

In a citation on its website, UNESCO describes the Kente cloth as “originating from Ghana’s Asante and Ewe communities and renowned worldwide for its bold colors, intricate patterns, and deep symbolic meanings, embodying the creativity and identity of the Ghanaian people.”

Ghana’s Tourism Minister, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, described the recognition as a testament to Ghana’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage.

“This achievement places Ghana at the forefront of global efforts to safeguard and celebrate cultural traditions,” he noted.

In a statement acknowledging the recognition, Mercer said the “Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC) expressed gratitude to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, UNESCO, and the artisans, cultural institutions, and traditional authorities who contributed to this milestone.”

“Special acknowledgement is given to the Bonwire and Agotime communities for their enduring role as custodians of the craft.

“As Ghana celebrates this historic moment, MoTAC reaffirms its dedication to promoting and preserving the nation’s rich cultural legacy.”

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Ghanaian singer Afua Asantewaa takes another shot at GWR with sing-a-thon

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5 days ago

December 14, 2024

Isaac Dachen

Ghanaian singer, Afua Asantewaa, is set to take another shot at the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest singing marathon by an individual.

In December 2023, Asantewaa had embarked on the sing-a-thon aiming to surpass the existing record held by Indian Sunil Waghmare, who sang for an impressive 105 hours from March 3 to March 7, 2012.

But despite her determination, her attempt fell short, resulting in her disqualification by the GWR from claiming the title.

In a statement announcing her second attempt for the sing-a-thon, Asantewaa’s manager, Gladys Osei Owiredu, said the songstress was determined to break the existing record as preparations are in full swing for her to take on the challenge.

According to Owiredu, the sing-a-thon which is scheduled to take place from December 21 to 25 at the Heroes’ Park, Baba Yara Stadium, Kumasi, will once again focus on Ghanaian songs with the aim of promoting local music to a global audience.

“I can confirm that she is ready for the task ahead. It’s been challenging, by way of preparations, but I can say she is ready,” said Owiredu.

“And like the first attempt, we are doing strictly Ghanaian songs. The objective is to promote our songs. We succeeded in doing so during the first attempt in Accra, and we believe it will reach greater heights in the second attempt,” she said.

Owiredu added that Asantewaa’s second attempt aims to exceed her previous achievement and further amplify the cultural significance of Ghanaian music on an international stage.

Asantewaa’s record-breaking endeavour has garnered the backing of several corporate organisations in Ghana including International Maritime Hospital, Ike’s Cafe and Grill, Ghana Gas, Nasco Electronics, Perla Natural Mineral Water, Anointed Electrical Engineering, Zoomlion Ghana Limited, and Angel Group Limited.

“With the unwavering support of these sponsors and the determination of the Singathon team, all eyes will be on Kumasi as Afua Asantewaa takes to the stage for this monumental feat.
Ghana awaits with bated breath as she strives to make history,” Owiredu stated.