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Legendary Hugh Masekela in concert with Efya, Pat Thomas and others, Saturday!
One of Africa’s biggest music exports and the world’s most celebrated jazz artistes, ace trumpeter, and musical legend, Hugh Masekela brings a double entertainment package to Ghana this weekend from November 18- 19. On November 18, the South African superstar will host a red carpet premiere of his movie, “Soil”, at the Silverbird cinemas. The […]
One of Africa’s biggest music exports and the world’s most celebrated jazz artistes, ace trumpeter, and musical legend, Hugh Masekela brings a double entertainment package to Ghana this weekend from November 18- 19.
On November 18, the South African superstar will host a red carpet premiere of his movie, “Soil”, at the Silverbird cinemas. The movie stars local actors including Ken Fiati, Solomon Sampa, Asuman Davis and Baaba Akude, to name a few. It tells the story of a son of a chief, who after being banished from his village, is asked to return as his dying father’s last wish. However, complications arise upon his return. The movie delivers a true on-screen African experience. ‘SOIL’ was produced by Elinam Masekela, was written and directed by, Adam Wilkinson. It boasts of a colourful soundtrack done by Hugh and Ghanaian Highlife icon, Pat Thomas.
On November 19, at the Banquet hall of the state house, the jazz legend will grace the stage with a performance like no other. The night will see the maestro in action, alongside some renowned Ghanaian artistes. King of Burger High life, George Darko, High life veteran Pat Thomas, and the sultry songstress Efya, will also be on hand to light up the evening.
Mr. Edward Boateng, the Executive Chairman of Global Media Alliance, stated “as a leading event and media company, we pride ourselves in bringing quality entertainment to the people of Ghana and indeed Africa. The caliber of artistes lined up for this event represents the kind of variety that we bring on board suitable for all generations.”
Christened Hugh Ramopolo Masekela, the jazz prodigy has built a music career spanning 58 years, and has a large number of albums to his credit. He was part of the first African jazz group with an LP (Long-Playing) and has performed to record-breaking audiences across the world. His favourite hits include “Grazin’ in the grass” which sold four million copies; and his famous hit single “Bring him back home”, which became an anthem for the movement to free Nelson Mandela.
The event is well be hosted by Hugh Masekela in conjunction with Kasapreko Company Limited and Global Media Alliance and sponsored by Alomo Bitters, Silverbird Cinemas and Mirage Royal Hotel.
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Idris Elba attends Akwasidae in Asante Kingdom

British actor of Ghanaian and Senegalese heritage, Idris Elba has paid homage to the Ashanti King, Otumfour Osei Tutu II as he attended Akwasidae at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.
The Akwasidae Festival is celebrated by the Ashanti people and chiefs in Ashanti, as well as the Ashanti diaspora. The festival is celebrated on a Sunday, once every six weeks.
Earlier in the week, Elba revealed that he and his partners have undertaken some groundwork aimed at facilitating the building of a film studio in Ghana and across West Africa.
Speaking to President Akufo-Addo during a visit to the Jubilee House, the actor explained that although so much can be achieved in the film industry in Africa, facilities are lacking.
Hence, Idris Elba is convinced that the project, when completed, will be robust and competitive to attract filmmakers to choose Ghana for their productions.
“Currently, we call it West African Studios, but that’s a working title. We’ve been working on this for three or four years to raise a plan that puts a facility at the centre of African filmmaking. There’s a lot for African filmmaking, but the facilities are lacking.”
Idris Elba added that although their plans are in place, they believe that there needs to be policies that would encourage filmmakers to make the trip to Ghana and other West African countries.
He stated that in their preparations and research, they put together the parameters for the policy, adding that they sought to understand what international filmmakers need from Ghana.
The ‘Beast of No Nation’ actor stated that without the policy framework, the country can have as many film studios as possible, but it will not attract filmmakers.
“We realized that policy is where the actual groundwork needs to be laid. We’ve studied the models of South Africa, incredible incentive packages, Greece, Morocco and these are all places where they realize the value of the filmmaking and they’ve brought that policy into play.”
“National Film Authority has done the work and put together a very comprehensive plan to propel Ghana into the forefront. It needs to be robust and competitive to the rest of the world. We believe for sure that Ghana should step up in terms of attracting those filmmakers. I’ve come and seen you and presented to you essentially, just the parameters of what we need to do.”
President Akufo-Addo assured Idris Elba that the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture is developing a policy framework to guide filmmaking in the country.
He advised that the director of the Creative Arts Agency will liaise with the Tourism Minister to look through the proposal presented, in relation to what the Ministry is doing to ensure there are no gaps.
He stated that this will ensure the film industry has a comprehensive document that guides their activities.
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