Ghanaian dancehall star Stonebwoy has called for a stronger effort to promote the achievements of Ghanaian musicians internationally, arguing that the country’s music industry spends too much time focusing on competition rather than celebrating its own successes.

The award-winning musician believes Ghana has a wealth of musical talent and a rich cultural heritage capable of making a major impact on the global music scene. However, he said more deliberate efforts are needed to package, promote and export Ghanaian music to international audiences.

Speaking on the BBC’s This Is Africa show, Stonebwoy stressed the need for the industry to tell more positive stories about Ghanaian musicians and their achievements.

According to him, positive developments within Ghana’s creative sector often receive far less attention than negative stories, creating an imbalance in the way the country’s music industry is perceived.

“We need to work on positive news 10 times more than work on negative news. It flies. People create something anyway,” he said.

Stonebwoy believes the continued emphasis on negative developments has, over time, overshadowed the progress and talent within Ghana’s music scene.

“So I think that energy has actually darkened or has actually shone over the Ghanaian scene for too long,” he stated.

He further argued that Ghanaian musicians and industry stakeholders should focus more on building and promoting their own achievements instead of constantly measuring themselves against competitors.

Stonebwoy pointed to Nigeria as an example of how a country can effectively use publicity to strengthen the global image of its music industry.

He explained that when a Nigerian artiste achieves a major international milestone, the achievement is often immediately amplified through extensive publicity and comparisons with other globally recognised artistes who have reached similar heights.

“When a Nigerian wins an iHeart, you and I know how that is going to gain PR immediately,” Stonebwoy said.

He added that such achievements are usually placed within a broader conversation about the significance of the award and the artiste’s contribution to Nigeria’s growing international influence.

“It’s going to be compared to all of the people who have won iHearts and what an iHeart is and how solid it is,” he added.

Stonebwoy said Ghana’s approach can sometimes create the impression that its musicians are not making significant progress, even though the country continues to produce artistes whose work has influenced audiences across Africa and beyond.

“So it is always like, are we Ghanaians not moving enough? Meanwhile, we have some beautiful talents,” he said.

The musician also placed the issue within Ghana’s wider historical influence on the African continent. He referenced Ghana’s independence and the legacy of the country’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah, arguing that Ghana has historically played an influential role in inspiring developments across Africa.

However, he believes the country has not always done enough to project and celebrate its own achievements.

“We’ve always probably allowed too much overfocusing on the competition and overfocusing on the other stuff that is supposed to be in the minority,” Stonebwoy noted.

For him, the solution is not simply to compete with other African music industries but to put in the necessary work while deliberately creating a stronger narrative around Ghanaian successes.

Stonebwoy’s comments come as he prepares for another major international milestone. He is scheduled to headline the BHIM Festival on August 15, 2026, marking his first headline performance at OVO Arena Wembley in London.

The event is expected to further showcase Ghanaian music and culture to an international audience, adding to Stonebwoy’s growing presence on the global stage.

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Ghanaian dancehall musician Stonebwoy has come to the defence of Ghanaian men following claims that they are stingy when it comes to spending on women.

According to the award-winning musician, what is often described as stinginess may rather be a result of Ghanaian men carefully assessing their finances before deciding how much they can afford to spend.

Stonebwoy made the remarks during a recent interview after the host mentioned “egg, big bum and stingy” among some of the things commonly associated with Ghanaian men.

Responding to the issue of men being labelled stingy, Stonebwoy explained that Ghanaian men are simply good with numbers and tend to calculate their expenses before committing their money.

“On the stingy part, oh my days. You know? The Ghanaian boys are good at maths,” he said.

He added that a Ghanaian man may calculate how much he has available, compare it with what is being requested and then decide whether he can afford it.

“So maybe when they’re calculating the amount, you know, against how, you know, it gets to them, but the promise is big.”

Stonebwoy, however, encouraged Ghanaian men to be truthful with women about their financial circumstances instead of making promises they may struggle to fulfil.

He said being honest from the beginning can help men earn greater respect and prevent them from putting themselves under unnecessary financial pressure.

The musician also used an example of a man promising a woman an expensive boat ride without having enough money to pay for it. He noted that such actions can create problems for other Ghanaian men by raising expectations.

“You see, this is what I tell my Ghana boys: be honest. Be honest, you don’t know who you’re dealing with.”

Stonebwoy further explained that if a man promises a woman something special, he should make every effort to honour his word.

Using a boat trip as an example, he said a man who tells a woman he will take her on a boat should ensure that he has made the necessary arrangements before making the promise.

“When you say, ‘Oh, I’ll take you on a boat,’ you make sure you book the boat. You make sure you put your last money onto it because she’s special to you; you treat her specially,” he said.

The musician also compared Ghanaian and Nigerian men in terms of their approach to spending on women.

According to Stonebwoy, Nigerian men are often more willing to go all out financially for women, even when they may later regret the amount they have spent.

“The Nigerian boys too, they have heart. Let me tell you, Nigerians, they get liver.”

He explained that the expression referred to Nigerian men being more daring and willing to take financial risks when it comes to relationships.

Stonebwoy stressed, however, that spending money on someone you love is ultimately a personal decision. He said people should be prepared to spend within their means on things that genuinely make them happy.

“So it’s a choice if you want to spend all your money and go broke on that person that you love. I bet you it’s a good thing. Because you must do something that your heart pleases,” he said.

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The elder daughter of late Ghanaian actress Beverly Afaglo, Violin Bless Ayebea Boadu Baah, has expressed profound gratitude to Ghanaians for the overwhelming love, prayers and support extended to her family following the actress’ death and funeral.

Violin shared the emotional message in a video posted by her father, musician Choirmaster, as she reflected on the difficult period the family has endured since the passing of her mother.

According to her, the kindness and encouragement shown by the public brought the family comfort and strength at a time when they were struggling with grief.

“Your love, kindness, prayers and support meant more to us than words can express. It was a very difficult time, but having you by our side brought us comfort and strength,” she said.

She also acknowledged the efforts of individuals who stood by the family throughout the mourning period, saying their gestures would remain deeply appreciated.

“We truly appreciate everything you did for us, and we’ll always be grateful,” Violin added.

Beverly Afaglo was laid to rest on Saturday, August 8, 2026, after a funeral ceremony that brought together family members, friends, colleagues in the entertainment industry and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate her life and legacy.

The actress’ passing had drawn widespread attention and sympathy from across Ghana’s entertainment industry and beyond.

As the family continues to come to terms with the loss, Violin concluded her message with a prayer for everyone who supported them during the difficult period.

“May God bless you abundantly,” she said.

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Renowned media personality Cynthia Tima Yeboah, popularly known as Tima Kumkum, has confirmed that her marriage has ended after one year and nine months.

Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime, Tima disclosed that she and her husband have been living separately since April 1, 2025, while their divorce case is currently before the court.

According to her, she intentionally kept the situation private because she did not want to publicly discuss the circumstances surrounding their separation. However, after facing persistent questions about her marital status, she decided to address the matter herself.

“We don’t live together. I’m unbothered by any criticism. We need to call a spade a spade. You can’t hide it forever. When I was getting married, everyone saw it, so if it has ended, they need to know,” she said.

Tima described herself as “partially single,” explaining that although she and her husband are no longer together, she remains legally married because the divorce process has not yet been completed.

The couple tied the knot on July 15, 2023, in a ceremony that attracted significant public attention, particularly on social media. Tima admitted that she never expected the marriage to come to an end.

Despite their separation, she spoke positively about her husband’s role as a father, describing him as a responsible parent who continues to support and care for their child.

On the issue of custody, Tima indicated that the matter was being handled through the appropriate process.

She also opened up about her personal journey since the separation, acknowledging that the experience has been difficult but saying she has gradually been healing and getting better.

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Ghanaian musician Kweku Flick has faced criticism after suggesting that his music is receiving greater support from outside Ghana than from his home country.

The backlash followed a post in which the musician expressed appreciation to Tanzanian content creator Tenge Tenge for showing what he described as genuine love and support for his music.

Kweku Flick specifically referenced his song “FRANGŌ”, describing it as a major record while questioning why the song appears to be receiving more attention outside Ghana than within the country.

“Sometimes the support you expect from home comes from somewhere else. Tenge Tenge, my brother, thank you for the genuine love. The people of Ghana know FRANGŌ is a big record, but somehow the support from outside is louder than the support from home,” he wrote.

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His remarks sparked mixed reactions among Ghanaian music fans, with some arguing that they have consistently supported his career and promoted his songs over the years.

Some fans also resurfaced previous social media posts in which they had celebrated his music, claiming that their efforts had gone largely unnoticed or unappreciated by the artiste.

Others accused Kweku Flick of appearing ungrateful and questioned why recognition from a foreign personality seemed to carry more significance than the support he receives from Ghanaian fans.

The discussion gained further traction after fellow Ghanaian musician Yaw Tog appeared to support the sentiment, reminding his followers of the popular saying that “a hero is not celebrated in his own home.”