Buzz
MTV Base and Channel O to celebrate Africa Day with more music and specials
This week, DStv viewers will celebrate Africa Day with interesting music and programming from all over Africa on two of the continent’s most popular music channels, Channel O and MTV Base. The first highlight of Channel O’s 2011 Africa Day celebration is a double dose of Season 2 of I-Request, which has grown into one […]
This week, DStv viewers will celebrate Africa Day with interesting music and programming from all over Africa on two of the continent’s most popular music channels, Channel O and MTV Base. The first highlight of Channel O’s 2011 Africa Day celebration is a double dose of Season 2 of I-Request, which has grown into one of the channel’s most popular, viewer-generated content shows since its launch a year ago. In 2011, I-Request broadens its ability to hear from young Africans throughout the continent what music requests they want made public, to even when the I-Request cameras are not around. DStv audiences can tune into Channel O at 11:00 CAT to watch the first episode of the season.
DStv audiences can also tune into Channel O to watch as O Africa Xpress showcases African artists and African videos non-stop for 30 minutes at midnight and 04:00 CAT; a full hour at noon, 15:00 and 22:00 CAT, making for hours of proudly African viewing. Viewers can also watch Top Mais featuring Yola Semedo at 21:00 CAT, where all things Angolan and Mozambican are showcased on this popular show. So tune in to Channel O on Wednesday 25 May for a taste of why Africa is seen as the music world’s most exciting, diverse and innovative continent.
Africa Day celebrates the 1963 foundation of The Organisation of African Unity, now known as the African Union. This Africa Day expect some fresh, specially made productions straight outta Africa on MTV base. DStv audiences can tune into MTV Base all day Wednesday 25 to watch the Base Special Leaders of the Afrikan Nu Skool which highlights a new generation of African stars popular all over the continent and going global too. Another Base Special will focus on Kwaito Legends, whilst there will be a Select 10 chart breaking down African Leading Ladies and another Select 10 chart of African Collabos. Plus, MTV base VJ and music expert Sizwe Dhlomo brings you the Official African Chart with the latest and hottest international and African tracks straight from the streets.
Buzz
GRIDCo reduces power supply to parts of Accra – ECG
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is pointing in the direction of the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) for the erratic power supply (dumsor) in some parts of the Greater Accra region.
(more…)
Buzz
Olivetheboy denies writing ‘Goodsin’ song for Ayra Starr
Ghanaian Afrobeat singer and songwriter, Joel Ofori Bonsu, professionally known as Olivetheboy, has debunked claims his hit song “Goodsin” was composed to express his affection to Nigerian songstress, Ayra Starr. (more…)
Buzz
THE RECENT INTERNET BLACKOUT AFFECTED MY STREAMS – KiDi
Multiple award-winning Ghanaian artiste, Dennis Nana Dwamena, well-recognized by the stage name KiDi recently expressed frustration over the recent internet blackout in the country, highlighting its adverse impact on his streaming numbers and online engagement. (more…)
Buzz
Burna Boy calls out foreign media over old shaved beard photos
Nigerian artiste Burna Boy has publicly criticized foreign online media platforms for sensationalizing an image of him without his signature beard. (more…)
Buzz
Nurse Verification Fee: NMC suspends newly approved verification Fee
The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana (NMC) NMC) has suspended with immediate effect, the implementation of the newly approved fees imposed on nurses pending its review. (more…)
- Buzz2 days ago
I feel great seeing my memes circulate on social media – Osita Iheme
- Buzz4 days ago
Doctor who revealed Kuami Eugene’s health status suspended; apologises to general public
- Buzz1 week ago
I hope to raise money to buy Chelsea or Manchester United at the blind side of the public – Cheddar
- Buzz1 week ago
I’m tired of fighting for my kids; I will sell my assets and leave the country – Funny Face rekindles fight with baby mama
- Buzz1 week ago
Mmebusem reveals why he stopped releasing his ‘Ghana Jesus’ videos
- Buzz1 week ago
#AfricanGames: Stonebwoy to perform at the closing ceremony
- World News2 days ago
Titanic’s door frame prop that helped Rose stay afloat sells for $718,750
- Buzz7 days ago
Kwesi Arthur announces plans to venture into agriculture
- Buzz4 days ago
I’m no longer a member of AMG – Medikal
- Buzz7 days ago
I’m not the same person i used to be when i started making music – Kwesi Arthur
- Buzz4 days ago
I’m a married man now – Kwesi Arthur Reveals
- Buzz2 days ago
Efia Odo speaks out on Kwesi Arthur’s comment about their relationship