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#YearOfReturn: Top 10 events you must attend this December

With December around the corner, you are probably budgeting for the Christmas festivities and debating on which event to experience this year. Hopefully, this helps!
Not all events are created equal. Some events manage to capture the collective. They become part of our lives as they leave lasting impressions.
Here is a list of those events that can give you an experience of a lifetime this December and some good reasons to attend them.
1. AFRONATION
Bringing together the global African community from 27th-30th December, Afro Nation Ghana follows on from the hugely successful European editions.
Celebrating all things afrobeats, hip-hop, UK rap, reggae and dancehall, the party on the country’s golden sands will see partygoers enjoy celebrations across Ghana’s sun-soaked coastline, surrounded by beach bars and beautiful lagoons. With the edges of Accra proving a renowned surfers paradise, the gorgeous landscapes pair idyllic laid-back day vibes with raucous evening parties amid the tropical haven.
Afro Nation will be playing host to a wealth of A-list stars including BURNA BOY, FIREBOY, MEDIKAL, STONEBWOY, THE COMPOZERS, WENDY SHAY, EFYA, KWESI ARTHUR, LA MEME GANG, OLAMIDE, REMA, SANTI, SHATTA WALE, TENI, ALKALINE, KIDI, KWAMI EUGENE, NAIRA MARLEY, R2BEES, WIZKID, D’BANJ, DAVIDO, MAYORKUN, MOONCHILD, ZLATAN among others.
The African debut of Afro Nation promises to be mindblowing and you definitely have to experience it so get your tickets at www.afronationghana.com
2. AFROCHELLA
AFROCHELLA is that event most people are looking forward to this Christmas and so should you. The festival is designed to highlight & elevate thrilling and thriving millennial talent from and within Africa. It is an interactive event that encourages collaboration, explains and explores culture with a pioneering approach.
Happening on the 28th December at the El Wak Sports Stadium, the day features a festive celebration of culture in the form of: Art & Fashion Installations, Live painting, The Best of African Cuisine, Live performances. and so much fun.
See photos from previous editions of the event and book your ticket at https://afrochella.com/tickets
3. RAPPERHOLIC #TheUnstoppableEdition
Rapperholic 2019, Unstoppable Edition will come off at the Arena, inside Accra International Conference Center on the 25th of December 2019 and with BET award-winning rapper, Sarkodie as the headline act, the event promises to be nothing but spectacular and entertaining.
Although artistes billed to perform have not been revealed yet, organizers have promised that fans will be pleasantly surprised at the line-up when it is officially released. Following the success of previous editions of the event, it was no surprise that there was a mad rush for tickets when they were released last month.
You don’t want to miss an opportunity to experience Sarkodie and tunes for his yet to be released ‘Black Love’ album which he will be performing live that day.
Cop your ticket now www.ticketmiller.com
4. DETTY RAVE #THEHOMECOMING
Are you ready to really ‘DETTY’ yourself this December? Mr Eazi and his ‘DETTY SQUAD’ are shutting down Accra on the 27th December with DETTY RAVE 3.
I personally experience DETTY RAVE 2 last year, it was worth the anticipation and I can’t wait for this years’ event.
With a performing lineup that includes South Arica’s Busiswa, Jamaica’s Kranium and Koffee, Simi, Joeboy, Darkovibes, Joey B, King Promise, Kuami Eugene, Kidi and oh Mr Eazi himself!! The DJs are also a wild mix from all over Africa and include, DJ Cuppy, iPhone DJ, DJ Aroma, DJ Neptune and more.
Get your tickets at www.dettyrave.com
5. TINA FESTIVAL
TINA FESTIVAL is the last event on the ‘chilling calendar’ of December and the first official party to kick start the New Year. But it was so good the last time I experienced it that I have managed to push it up this list lol. Don’t spend all your money in December because you definitely have to go enjoy FUSE ODG’s TINAFEST 2020.
TINA Festival 2020 is slated for 2-4 January 2020 and will happen at the ROUND PAVILION / TRADE FAIR. Get your ticket now.
6. LIVESPOT X FESTIVAL WITH CARDI B
Carbi B is coming to Ghana………OKUUUUUUUUUURRR!!!!!!!!!!
The Livespot X Festival with Cardi B is the first official event to kick start the December festivities. It is the ultimate Christmas present for Cardi B fans like myself in Ghana. Livespot X is bringing the ‘BODAK YELLOW’ hitmaker to Accra for the Livespot X Festival (LXF) 2019 on 8th December at the Accra Sports Stadium.
LFX 2019, promises an experience like no other. The 1-day event is scheduled to have gates open by 5 pm and sources say it’s set to be the biggest show in Africa this year. With tickets starting at 50gh, you can’t miss this opportunity to experience the Queen Of Ratchet! Click here for your ticket.
7. MANIFESTIVITIES 2019
Manifestivities is back!!!!!!!!!! After a successful event last year, Manifest and his friends have promised another event which will be spectacular.
Manifestivities was widely regarded as the one of the safest, well organized and most successful Christmas event last year, parading a sterling roster including Simi, Kwesi Arthur, Worlasi, B4bonah, Efya, King Promise, Trigmatic, Sarkodie, and Burna Boy.
This year’s edition is scheduled for December 22 and will be at the Bukom Arena.
Click here to get your tickets.
8. PINExGINJA
What’s the Year of Return without Jamaicans!? PINEXGINJA II The Bashment Edition will be the baddest Jamaican party and ultimate fresh experience on 24 December 2019.
PinexGinja (Pine and Ginger) is the ultimate merger of Ghanaian and Jamaican cultures, using music and performance to curate a tropical themed party experience for lovers of the vibrant parts of Jamaican culture, in Accra, Ghana. Come jam to great Reggae, Lovers Rock, Afrobeats tunes and enjoy amazing Jamaican cuisine too.
9. STONEBWOY BHIM CONCERT
Tamale and its neighboring cities this one is for you! It seemed all the events and fun was concentrated in Accra so it was such a relief when Stonebwoy announced that the 4th edition of his BHIM CONCERT will be out of the capital city.
The 2019 edition of the Bhim Concert will take place at the Alhaji Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium in the Northern Regional capital town of Tamale on 21st December with the BHIM Nation headlining and his friends passing through as support acts. To the die-hard BHIM Natives who will be going to Tamale for this event, SAFE JOURNEY!
10. DECEMBER 2 REMEMBER 2019
Citi FM’s annual music concerts hosted at the International Conference Centre comes back again this year. Come enjoy hits from your favorite Ghanaian musicians back to back. The dress code is still blue denim and a white top.
The event which usually takes place at the Accra International Centre on 24th December is yet to announce performers for this year’s event.
During December in Accra, parties end when day breaks, and as soon as night falls you get right back to it. If you are about the party life and love traveling, start planning now.
Is your December Money ready? Start budgeting and have the experience of a lifetime this Christmas!
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‘Millennium Girls’ of Wesley Girls’ High School donate GHS 10,000 to the victims affected by the Akosombo dam spillage.

The Wesley Girls’ High School 2002 Old Girls Association, known as the ‘Millennium Girls,’ recently showcased their commitment to social responsibility by donating GHS 10,000 to Citi FM’s resettlement project for the victims affected by the Akosombo dam spillage. Representatives Nana Finba Austin and Edith Dede Acquaye presented the generous contribution at the premises of Citi FM, emphasizing the association’s dedication to the welfare of the community and reinforcing the enduring values of unity, compassion, and service instilled during their years at Wesley Girls’ High School.
The ‘Millennium Girls’ continue to set an inspiring example for alumni associations, embodying the spirit of giving and making a positive impact beyond their Alma Mater.
The ‘Millenium Girls’ are set to host the 187th Anniversary and Speech and Prize Giving Day of their Alma Mater, Wesley Girls’ High School in February 2024.
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DJ Justice GH kicks off The Justice Experience Tour on December 3

Get your dance shoes on! DJ Justice GH will bring the heat to clubbers nationwide this festive month with the Justice Experience Pub and Lounge Tour–a revamp of his annual end-of-year concert, coming to a location near you. The tour will begin at Monte Carlo Pub in Tema–his home city, this Sunday (December 3). Be there!
“I feel the night scene has become pretty boring and I want to change that,” DJ Justice GH said. “It shouldn’t always be artists, so I’d be teaming up with DJs and MCs this year. They have more to offer than you think and nightlifers can expect one of the best nights they’ll ever have this year.”
DJ Perbi, DJ Toyor, DJ Xpliph, DJ Ronky, DJ Mpesempese, DJ Lord, DJ Wobeti, DJ Mynor, Sheldon The Turn Up, DJ Shiwaawa, DJ Mac Tonto, DJ Cartoon and countless more are on the list of supporting acts to storm Accra, Koforidua, Aflao, Kumasi, Tamale, Swedru and Takoradi alongside DJ Justice GH.
If you don’t want to miss this feature-packed experience, follow DJ Justice GH (@djjusticegh) on Instagram to know when he’s hitting your city.
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Grammy Nominee Tyla Tells Apple Music About New Single “Truth or Dare”, Collaborating with Travis Scott & Summer Walker & How ‘Water’ Changed Her Life

Superstar in the making Tyla joins Zane Lowe on New Music Daily to discuss her new single, “Truth or Dare” available now. They discuss the making of the new single, reflect on her smash-hit “Water” changing her life, recent collaborations with Summer Walker and Travis Scott, and more.
Tyla on having fun making her new single…
It was so fun to make. I just feel like I’ve worked on my sound so much these past years working on the album, so making this type of music is easy for me. I love it. I love it. Whenever I make something that I’m excited about, I want to drop it same time. But there’s a lot of times where I learned that being patient is important because I notice that once I wait and I spend more time on certain things, I always come up with something better.
On ‘Water’ changing her life…
Water literally changed my whole life completely. It’s so crazy how a song can change your life like this. It’s beautiful. It’s so exciting. I’m so happy that people are loving the sound, coming from home. So yeah, I’m excited to see where it goes from here.
On what she’s learned from collaborating with people like Travis Scott and Summer Walker…
It feels so surreal working with people that I’ve always loved and listened to. Yeah, I love it. I love that I’m able to also share my sound with other artists, bigger artists, and share their audience and their audience, experience sounds from home. Collaborating is my favourite. I love working with new people. When I was working on my album, I was travelling literally the world and working with everybody. So yeah, it’s cool that I get to now work with the big names that I’ve always been watching my whole life.
On making her forthcoming album self-titled…
For now, my introduction to the world, I just wanted to be clean, Tyla. I want people to get to know my name and get to know my sound because my first project is going to be Tyla in music form. So, I felt like self-titled would’ve been the best way to go.
On her recent success…
I think I’m trying to acknowledge it. It doesn’t feel real as yet, to be very honest. A lot of the times, I’ll just be doing what I usually do, and then my team has to remind me, “You can’t do that anymore.” So, I’m kind of adjusting to it. But yeah, I’m just excited that more people are hearing my music and enjoying the stuff that I’m putting out. And yeah, I’ll still have to get used to this whole change, but we’ll see. We’ll see.
On the idea of “home” and how it feels now that her music is representing her community and where she’s come from…
I haven’t been home in long since Water started blowing up. So, this is my first time home, and everyone’s just so welcoming and so excited and happy. So, it’s such a good time to be here. It’s summer for us here, so you can imagine how the vibes are here. South Africa is the place to be. Summertime, crazy.
On what she missed the most being on the road and away from home…
Obviously my family. I have a big family. I’m very close with them., So being away for so long is so difficult. So, definitely family and the food. Definitely my mother’s food. My mother knows as soon as I land, she knows the routine. She has to have a whole meal ready for me. And every single time, it’s there. I have Pap. It’s there. South African food is what I crave all the time, literally.
On her favourite artists from South Africa…
I always listen to Kelvin Momo. He’s a piano producer. Crazy. Crazy. Everyone should listen to him. I’m always listening to him. I’m listening to Nasty C, Kabza De Small. There’s so many amazing artists out here in South Africa.
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Can You Snort Kratom?

If you are using kratom, this thought might have crossed your mind: ‘Can I snort Kratom?’. But, the answer to this question is a big ‘NO.’ Kratom forms clumps when it is exposed to moisture. So, it is not favorable to snort kratom.
Snorting or Insufflation of kratom can damage the mucous membrane and irritate your throat. People can experience negative effects, including overdose. But there are ways in which you can consume different strains of kratom without any problem.
In this article, we will talk about the side effects of kratom snorting and what are the best ways to consume kratom. We will also discuss the dangers related to snorting kratom. So let’s get started.
Why Would Someone Snort Kratom?
Usually, the Southeastern people used kratom by chewing the leaves of the plant. But as kratom’s popularity increased, it was manufactured as capsules, powder, and liquid shots for consumption. People usually take kratom orally, but there are various reasons people snort kratom:
Get High Quickly
Many people believe that if they snort kratom, it will be directly absorbed into the bloodstream, which will make them get high quickly. Some users who use kratom for recreational purposes consume kratom like this.
Lack Of Knowledge
People who lack knowledge regarding kratom and its proper use snort kratom. Kratom forms clumps when it comes in contact with moisture, so it can further cause health issues.
Can You Smoke Kratom?
Other than taking kratom in capsules and powdered form, it is also smoked by many people. However, a significant amount of leaves is required to achieve the desired effects. It can be harsh on the throat and lungs, but you can get high quickly. Make sure you purchase kratom from reputable brands to get only the purest kratom. You can check this post to learn more about the best brands to buy kratom.
As compared to other herbal supplements, kratom smoke can be strong. It also produces a sustained euphoric effect, but you need a higher amount of supplement to achieve that euphoric state.
Here are some points to know before smoking Kratom:
- New kratom users or those who are sensitive to kratom must not consume more than one gram of the substance.
- At lower doses, you will feel mild stimulation, and your mood will be uplifted.
- If you smoke a significant amount of kratom, like 5 grams, then you will have noteworthy effects.
What is the Best Way to Use Kratom?
Other than snorting kratom, there are many ways in which you can consume kratom and get its various benefits. Manufacturers sold different types of kratom strains in the form of powder, capsules, extracts, etc. You can use kratom in the following ways:
- Kratom Capsules: If you don’t like the taste of kratom, you can go with kratom capsules. This method eliminates the bitter aftertaste and also offers a convenient way to take your daily dose.
- Kratom Tea: Brewing kratom tea is a timeless tradition. To create the best kratom tea, boil water on a low flame for 10-12 minutes and add kratom leaves or kratom powder to the water. Strain the liquid, and your kratom tea, with its amazing benefits, is ready.
- Kratom Powder: People also use kratom powder along with normal water. To make it more fun, you can blend kratom powder with chocolate milk. If you are lactose intolerant, you can opt for a milk alternative. You can also make kratom cookies to get the best of both worlds. You just have to pour kratom powder when you are making the dough for the cookies, and it’s done. People make kratom cookies to get the benefit of kratom and the sweetness of cookies.
- Kratom Extracts: These extracts are a more concentrated form of kratom. It can be created from kratom leaves of kratom powder. Its dosage is far more potent than the kratom powder.
Dangers of Snorting Kratom
Snorting kratom can be very dangerous for you and against your best interests. There can be short-term and long-term side effects of snorting kratom:
- Short-Term Side Effects: Nose Bleeding, nasal swelling, trouble breathing, nose and throat irritation, buildup of mucous membrane, nasal blockage.
- Long-Term Side Effects: Lung Infection, Damage to the respiratory system, Damage to throat and nose, Damaged mucous membrane, Blood clots in lungs, pulmonary embolisms, nasal inflammation, and perforation of nasal passages.
Along with these, snorting kratom can also cause various mental and physical problems:
Hallucinations, anxiety, aggressive behavior, tremors, seizures, vomiting.
Snorting kratom can be dangerous, so make sure you consume kratom in the form of tea or powder, etc. You must also know about the different strains of kratom and their benefits; in that way, you can select the best kratom strains for you.
Final Thoughts: Can You Snort Kratom?
This leads to the end of this article; we talked about how snorting kratom can create problems for you. Snorting kratom is not a good idea; the powder will form clumps in your throat and lungs and can cause serious long-term side effects.
There are many ways to consume kratom; you can take it as a capsule or make kratom tea. It is also available as extracts, which are the most concentrated form of kratom. You can make kratom consumption fun by adding the powder to your chocolate milk or making cookies.
Kratom has many benefits, but only if you take it the right way. Snorting kratom can harm you in many ways. Its short-term side effects include nose bleeding, swelling, nose and throat irritation, and nasal blockage. It also has long-term side effects like mucous membranes, nose, and throat damage. It also leads to lung infection, blood clots in the lungs, and pulmonary embolisms.
So, we recommend using kratom safely by consuming it the proper way. Snorting kratom will not get you high but can damage your respiratory tract and lungs. So be careful and safe.
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Exploring the Latest Technological Advances in Fishing Reel Design

Fishing, once a simple pursuit with rudimentary tools, has undergone a transformative journey with technological advancements. Piscifun, a prominent brand in the fishing gear industry, stands at the forefront of this evolution. Let’s delve into the latest technological innovations that Piscifun incorporates into their fishing reel designs, enhancing the angling experience for enthusiasts of all levels.
Precision Engineering: Micro Gearing for Smoother Operation
One of the standout technological features in Piscifun fishing reels is the implementation of micro gearing. This precision engineering involves the use of finely machined gear components, resulting in smoother operation and increased performance. Anglers experience reduced friction, allowing for seamless casts and retrieves, making each fishing excursion a more enjoyable and efficient endeavor.
Carbon Fiber Drag Systems: Power and Sensitivity in Harmony
Piscifun recognizes the crucial role that drag systems play in fishing reel performance. The brand integrates advanced carbon fiber drag systems into their reels, combining power and sensitivity. This innovation ensures that anglers can smoothly adjust the drag to handle various fish sizes while maintaining a level of sensitivity that allows for precise control during the fight.
Corrosion Resistance: Shielding Reels Against the Elements
Fishing often involves exposure to harsh elements, and Piscifun addresses this challenge with cutting-edge corrosion-resistant technologies. The brand incorporates materials and coatings that protect the reel from saltwater corrosion, ensuring longevity and reliability even in the most demanding environments. Anglers can trust their Piscifun reels to withstand the test of time and the corrosive effects of saltwater.
Lightweight Design: Graphite and Aluminum Alloys for Maneuverability
In the pursuit of the perfect fishing reel, weight plays a crucial role in determining maneuverability and comfort. Piscifun leverages the latest materials, such as graphite and aluminum alloys, to create lightweight yet durable reels. This technological advance allows anglers to enjoy extended fishing sessions without experiencing fatigue, ultimately enhancing the overall fishing experience.
Sealed Bearings: Enhancing Durability in Challenging Environments
Piscifun understands the importance of bearings in reel performance, and their incorporation of sealed bearings is a testament to this commitment. Sealed bearings provide an additional layer of protection against water, dirt, and debris, significantly enhancing the durability and lifespan of the reel. Anglers can confidently take their Piscifun reels into diverse environments, knowing that the sealed bearings contribute to reliable and smooth operation.
Dual Brake Systems: Fine-Tuning Control for Precision Casting
Achieving precise casting is a fundamental aspect of successful angling, and Piscifun addresses this with the implementation of dual brake systems. This technological innovation allows anglers to fine-tune their casting control, adapting to different fishing conditions and lure weights. The result is increased accuracy and casting distance, providing anglers with a distinct advantage on the water.
Advanced Gear Ratios: Speed and Power Tailored to Fishing Styles
Piscifun fishing reels come equipped with advanced gear ratios that cater to diverse fishing styles. Whether anglers prefer high-speed retrieves or require the power for deep-sea fishing, Piscifun’s innovative gear ratios provide versatility. This technological advancement allows anglers to adapt their reel’s performance to specific fishing scenarios, ensuring optimal efficiency and success.