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Sarkodie and others Join MAMAs list of performers
Sarkodie, the only Ghanaian artist nominated in the upcoming December 11 MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) with Airtel, has been announced as one of the performers for the event in Lagos, Nigeria. Joining the previously announced stellar line-up of performers will be Sasha (Nigeria), Barbara Kanam (DRC), Radio & Weasel (Uganda), Paul G (Angola), The […]
Sarkodie, the only Ghanaian artist nominated in the upcoming December 11 MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMAs) with Airtel, has been announced as one of the performers for the event in Lagos, Nigeria. Joining the previously announced stellar line-up of performers will be Sasha (Nigeria), Barbara Kanam (DRC), Radio & Weasel (Uganda), Paul G (Angola), The Parlotones (South Africa), J.Martins (Nigeria) and Diamond (Tanzania).
Nigerian hip hop queen Sasha and Congolese singer-songwriter Barbara Kanam (DRC) are both hot contenders in this year’s “Best Female” award category, while Sarkodie representing Ghana in the “Best Anglophone” category – is hoping to emulate fellow countryman Samini’s 2009 win for “Best Live” performance. To vote for Sarkodie, text BA Sarkodie to Airtel short code 6262.
Ugandan dancehall chart-toppers Radio & Weasel are challenging P-Square (Nigeria), P-Unit (Kenya) and Teargas (South Africa) for the “Best Group” crown. Angolan rapper Paul G is competing in the “Best Anglophone” category while South African indie rock heroes The Parlotones and Nigeria’s composer-producer-performer J.Martins are both doing battle for “Best Video”. Diamond, the celebrated R’n’B artist from Tanzania is pitched against Muthoni (Kenya), JoJo (Gabon) and Mo Cheddah (Nigeria) for the MAMA “Brand:New” award.
Among the many guest presenters gracing the podium at the Eko Expo Hall on 11 December will be Nigerian comedian Julius Agwu and South African ‘It Girl’ and socialite Khani Mbau. Previously announced performers include Rick Ross (USA), P-Unit (Kenya), Jozi (South Africa), Wande Coal (Nigeria), DJ Arafat (Ivory Coast), 2FACE (Nigeria), Daddy Owen (Kenya), Banky W (Nigeria), Fally Ipupa (DRC), Teargas (South Africa) and Cabo Snoop (Angola).
The MTV Africa Music Awards 2010 is sponsored by Airtel in association with MasterCard. Other partners supporting the MTV Africa Music Awards with Airtel include Arik Air and the Lagos State Government.
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Burna Boy cancels Netherlands concert, promises tickets refund
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.
“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
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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Get ready to groove with Mr. Talisman’s infectious new Afrobeat track ‘Fight For You’!
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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