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Exclusive highlights, winners and more from GUBA Awards USA

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The GUBA Awards USA was held on Thursday, 26th September, 2019 at Taj Pierre, New York with awards going out to individuals and organisations that have excelled in their various fields.

The event saw attendance and performances from the likes of Samini, Sarkodie, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and Danny Glover. The president and First lady of Ghana were the special guests on the night.

Awards were presented to distinguished Ghanaian individuals and organizations for their achievements in multiple categories, including:

Right to Dream USA for Charity of the Year

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54 Kingdoms for Creative Influencer

Kwame Akoto-Bamfo for Influential Artist of the Year

Dr. Ave Kludze for Innovation in Science & Technology
Ghana Physicians & Surgeons Foundation for Ghanaian Association of the Year

Black Star Awards were given to accomplished honorees celebrating their accomplishments, including:

Dr. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei – Exceptional Contribution to Medicine Award

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Dr. Thomas Mensah – GUBA Technological Achievement Award

Patrick Gyimah Awuah Jr. – Exemplary Achievement in Education Award

Nancy Abu-Bonsrah – Young Woman in Medicine Award

Simon Fuller – Public Service Award

Nicholas Jason Osei Buamah – Young and Talented Award

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Rosa Whitaker – Excellence in African Socio-Economic Advancement Award

Rachel Naa-Du Laryea – Student Excellence Award

Daphne Mashile-Nkosi – Industrious African Woman Award

Richelieu Dennis – Editorial Excellence Award

Mary Spio – African Innovator of the Year Award

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President Nana Akuffo-Addo : Citation For his efforts in Diaspora mobilisation

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I am proud I didn’t chase money blindly – Blakk Rasta

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Ghanaian reggae and Kuchoko artiste, Abubakar Ahmed, professionally known Blakk Rasta has recently expressed his contentment in investing in the future generation rather than relentlessly chasing wealth. (more…)

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Burna Boy cancels Netherlands concert, promises tickets refund

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The highly anticipated concert by Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy, slated for June 9th at the Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium in the Netherlands, has been called off.

Burna Boy personally relayed the disappointing news via his Instagram account, citing the event organizers’ failure to uphold their part of the agreement as the reason behind the cancellation.

Expressing his regret over the situation, Burna Boy assured fans that ticket holders would receive full refunds directly from their original point of purchase within the next 30 days.

In an Instagram post on Thursday, May, 2, 2024 the ‘On the low’ hitmaker emphasized the importance of fulfilling contractual obligations and thanked his fans for their support, signing off with a message of love and anticipation for future gatherings.

“We regret to inform you that due to a failure by the event organisers to meet their contracted obligations, Burna Boy’s concert at the stadium on June 9th 2024 has been cancelled.

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“All ticket buyers will be refunded from the point of purchase within 30 days. Love you and see you soon,” he wrote.

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South African actor Mpho Sebeng loses life in car crash

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South African actor, Mpho Sebeng on Sunday, May 5, 2024 died in a car crash in Potchefstroom, North West province. (more…)

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CJ Biggerman’s stolen car found, thief apprehended

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Ghanaian rapper CJ Biggerman is full of joy as his stolen Honda CR-V is recovered by the Ghana police. (more…)

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Shatta Wale can easily fill O2 Arena with the right promoters – Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo

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Renowned Ghanaian Entertainment pundit, Arnold Asamoah-Baidoo has ruled out any impossibility about Dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale’s ability to fill the O2 Arena for a concert.

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Get ready to groove with Mr. Talisman’s infectious new Afrobeat track ‘Fight For You’!

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Mr. Talisman, Ghana’s rising star in the Afrobeat music scene, is set to dazzle fans with his latest release titled “Fight For You”. Produced by the talented Ibee on the Beatz, this track promises to be a sensational hit that will have listeners grooving to its infectious rhythm. (more…)

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