The Executive and members of the Arts and Tourism Writers Association of Ghana (ATWAG) wish to express our deepest condolences to the family, management and fans of dancehall artiste, Priscilla Opoku Kwarteng aka Ebony as well as the families of her two friends who died through a fatal road accident on Thursday, 8th February, 2018.

Indeed, this is a great loss to the arts industry considering Ebony’s exceptional talent and phenomenal achievements in her short music career.

It is sad to note that Ebony and her two friends met their untimely demise through a motor accident, which has become one too many. We plead with the government to, as a matter of urgency, fix the country’s bad roads which are claiming precious lives and also hindering the national domestic tourism promotion drive.

As we mourn our departed star, we also advise drivers and motorists to be extra careful on our roads.

Finally, we urge the media to act with a high sense of professionalism in reporting on issues relating to Ebony’s demise to preserve the dignity of the departed while ensuring that the emotions of the affected families are not bruised.

May the souls of Ebony and her two friends rest in perfect peace.

About ATWAG

The Arts and Tourism Writers Association of Ghana (ATWAG) is an association of Ghanaian arts writers/journalists and media workers.

ATWAG seeks to promote arts and tourism reporting in Ghana while developing the professional capacity and the welfare of its members.

ATWAG is also aimed at promoting co-operation and collaboration among its members and players in the arts, tourism and culture value chain.

Signed: Kwame Dadzie
(Public Relations Officer-elect, ATWAG)
Tel: 0242778469, 0208156974
e-mail: kwamedazzy@yahoo.co.uk

The Chief Executive Officer of Zylofon Media Nana Appiah Mensah has as promised, clarified issues regarding his tweet and Instagram post which has generated controversies in the media space especially on social media platforms.

In his first tweet where he talked about a successful meeting with the late “Maame Hwe” hit maker, it reads “we had a fruitful meeting and reached an agreement just last Tuesday. “Please help me pay him for my bail out. I want to be free”. I hope you`re free now and finds absolute peace in the bosom of the almighty God. Let`s pay CRITICAL ATTENTION to our female artistes. #RIPEBONY”

This obviously did not go down well with many social media followers so the man who has promised to fix the industry with his might promised to clarify the tweet on a radio platform to settle the confusion arising from his words. In an interview with Samuel Atuobi Baah aka Sammy Flex who doubles as the Communications Director of Zylofon Media on Zylofon 102.1 fm Showbiz Agenda, Nana Appiah Mensah who goes by the moniker NAM explained that, he did not mean harm or disrespect to any one in his tweet.

“Yes, I had a meeting with Ebony on Tuesday and sadly, that was the first time we met and last time we spoke. It was a possible signing discussion with an artiste which is the first stage to determine the artiste`s interest or otherwise. In our discussion, she emphasized and it was agreed that before she goes out of the contract, she has to satisfy a termination clause in the contract by paying her record label Ruff Town Records an amount of USD$100,000 of which Zylofon Media was ready to fulfil. That was what she termed as a bail out and there was no way we could do that without reaching out to Ruff Town Recordz. The emphasis I wanted to draw was even about the need to pay attention to female artistes; rendering them support and advantage on grounds of affirmative action in their professional endeavours, that I captured in CAPS which went unnoticed but I consider that a normal tendency. I respect all talents in this industry as well as all managers and record labels, I very much appreciate their toils and sacrifices, so under no circumstances would I bully or disrespect any of them. It`s the same process I go through with all our artistes and their managers, so that should be kindly and humbly noted. I pray for strength for her family and the entire Ruff Town Record label as they go through these hard times to manage the demise of their super star Ebony. May her soul rest in perfect peace!!!

The citing of the quotation was my expression of pain, over the fact she had a WISH of which she couldn’t wait to be fulfilled. Just as others are expressing worry over her purported wish to pick up awards.

There’s nothing wrong in stating that, she had this wish or that wish and hoping that wherever she is she finds fulfillment”.

The government of Ghana in collaboration of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) and Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO) will support Ebony’s funeral.This was announced by the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Hon Catherine Afeku when a delegation visited Ebony’s dad Mr Opoku Kwarteng.

The Delegation included Hon Catherine Afeku, Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, CEO of Ghana Tourism Authority Akwasi Agyeman; Hon Godfred Same deputy AG and del Minister of Justice, MUSIGA President Bice Osei Kuffour, 1st Vice Rev Dr Yawson; Director of Communications and Special Projects, Ahuma Bosco Ocansey; Rex Omar chairman of GHAMRO, Diana Hopeson and Bandex also of GHAMRO and Bola Ray, CEO of EIB.

Also present were Ebony’s manager Bullet, Nero X, KK Fosu and other musicians. The one week celebration for Ebony takes place on February 18.

Veteran actor Asonaba Kwaku Darko, popularly known as Super OD, has died.

The actor passed away on Tuesday, February 13 at the Swedru Government Hospital in the Central Region.

The 84-year-old veteran actor had been out of the public’s eye for some time due to his illness and had been living in Agona Swedru.

According to him, his late father “wasn’t feeling that well” and was rushed to the hospital on Saturday, February 10, but was confirmed dead around 7:15 am Tuesday.

Super OD, who started acting in the 1970s, gained national prominence in the 1990s for roles in popular series, Akan Drama on Ghana Television.

He was part of the Oppong Drama Group which later became known as Osofo Dadzie Group.

In November last year, former President Mahama, after the Unity Walk by National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Cape Coast, visited his ‘friend’ to check up on him.

The former President was in the company of some members of the NDC including Allotey Jacobs, Central Regional Chairman; Ade Coker, Greater Accra Regional Chairman; Nana Oye Lithur, former Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection; and actor Clement Bonney (Mr Beautiful) when he visited Super OD.

Allotey Jacobs, on behalf of the former President, presented an undisclosed amount of money to the veteran actor.

In July last year, before former President Mahama’s visit, the leadership of Ghana Actors Guild paid a visit to the actor and presented a mobile phone and an undisclosed amount of money to him.

That delegation included the Guild’s President, Samuel Fiscian; Welfare Officer, Secretary, Ziggy Netteyson; and Kalsoume Sinare.

Simon Darko said his late father left behind at least 13 children.

Source: Myjoyonline

Ghanaian born UK-based afrobeat musician, GoldKay is out with a new banger, “You Remind Me” featuring B4Bonah.

The song which talks about GoldKay’s dream girl is produced by Guilty Beatz and released under Gbevu Music Group.

It is GoldKay’s first release in 2018 and it was released on Friday February 16 together with a video directed by Thephotograherx in the UK.

The song portrays a guy who sees a girl for the first time but believe this girl reminds him of a girl he once knew… in a dream. He feels an instant connection between him and the girl… Just like the one in his dream… but Can this dream be made a reality?

Both GoldKay and B4Bonah brought their talent to bare on the song.

Born Nana Kay Agyekum, GoldKay is a semifinalist of Britain’s Got Talent 2013 Season 7 who has featured on a number of UK TV shows and reality shows including BBC Altogether Now.

He is one of the most talented Ghanaians in the UK making Ghana proud out.

Valentines Weekend just got better with the release of the highly anticipated “Nobody” music video by D-Black featuring King Promise.

“Nobody” was one of the singles on his recently released “Hunger and Thirst Mixtape” which boasts equally compelling songs featuring Kuami Eugene, Sarkodie, Mayorkun, Ycee, Darko Vibes and more.

The Black Avenue Muzik boss features Ghana’s fastest rising star King Promise who drops his melodious voice on this tune to make an instant smash hit. “Nobody” was directed by Gyo of Phamous Philms and produced by Rony Turn Me Up for Black Avenue Muzik.

Watch NOBODY by D-Black ft. King Promise here:

BBC Igbo and Yoruba services launched today, two of the 3 new languages to be launched by the BBC for Nigeria and the West and Central Africa region. These services are part of the largest investment in the BBC World Service since the 1940s and are funded by the UK government.

The Igbo service is mainly for audiences in eastern and south eastern Nigeria as well as the large Igbo speaking diaspora. The Yoruba service targets south west Nigeria, Benin and Togo as well as other parts of the diaspora. These fully digital services will include exciting short format audio, video, graphics and illustrations.

Twice daily, the teams will produce an episode of BBC Minute – keeping people in touch with the world in 60 seconds.

The editorial agenda will reflect not only balanced impartial news, but also a rich mix of trending topics, sports, entertainment, business, health, education and women.

There will be original content through our network of reporters on variety of stories and issues that matter to local people and resonate across the region.

Digital content created daily for the website and social media platforms, will cover a broad agenda with a strong focus on audience interactivity. This is in keeping with the BBC News editorial strategy of not only being news providers but also providing enriching analysis, explainers and features.

As Editorial Lead on the project, Peter Okwoche says “Both services will concentrate on original journalism from their target regions but will also feature stories from Africa and the main global stories. BBC Igbo & Yoruba will provide a platform for debate on the main issues of interest to audiences and give voices to a wide spectrum of people. There will also be a strong focus on women.”

Head of West Africa, Oluwatoyosi Ogunseye says, “Delivering content and engaging with the Igbo and Yoruba audiences in their mother tongues is authentic, exciting and refreshing. The BBC is passionate about original journalism that adds value and this is what we want to achieve with these services. These platforms will deliver independent, objective and original news to meet the needs of our audiences in Nigeria and West Africa.”

Ko-Jo Cue and Shaker have finally dropped the official music video for “Up and Awake”.

The song was taken from the BBnZ Live label duo’s joint project “Pen and Paper” and it features Tema-based rising musician Kwesi Arthur.

The video directed by Esianyo Kumodzi gives an account of black history.

Scenes of activities reminiscent of the transatlantic slave trade which spanned from the middle of the 15th century to the end of the 19th century are displayed in the video.

Enjoy the full music video below and don’t forget to share your candid views with us.

“I and my wife realised that the conversations around Val’s days were becoming more of sex, condoms and Viagra use. We, therefore, decided to change the narrative by asking couples to now flaunt their lovers in a much positive way,” Okyeame explained.

When Hiplife musician Okyeame Kwame announced some weeks ago that the tickets for his ‘Flaunt Your Lover’ event were being sold for GHc 500, GHc 400 and GHc 250, many were probably the critics who thought the pricing was a bit on the high side.

But as it turned out on Friday when the event finally came off at the plush Alisa Hotel at Ridge, Accra, many are now applauding the musician and his wife, Annica, for pulling off such an experience and charging less.

From the amazing food and drinks served, to the spectacular music performances, to the colourful ambience, to the wonderful guest prizes, to the intimate interactive sessions that punctuated the night’s experience, one cannot shudder to think of the event as probably the best Val’s Day event this year.

With a décor setup that blended tradition into sensuality, the organisers successfully transformed the poolside of Alisa Hotel into an epic ambience that did not only set the mood for a memorable evening, but also signalled to arriving guests the unlimited possibilities they had signed up for.

The night, however, would not start without the guests taking turns to pose for the camera with the Rap-Dacta (and in some case, his wife) at a specially-designed photobooth sited at the entrance to the venue for the event. The requests of camera-shy patrons who called for privacy, were also respected.

As the guests were ushered to their seats and served some wine, water and bars of chocolates, Okyeame Kwame, sporting an all-red suit, gave a brief welcome address to kickstart the event which lasted for four hours.

Music Performance

Starting the activities for the night was a performance by Okyeame Kwame and the Patch Bay Band, followed with another sterling performance by the songstress Alamisi.

The MC for the event, the ever-interesting Kabutey Ocansey, also added his bit to the musical broth when he, as part of his introductory remarks, gave an astounding rendition of the late Highlife legend, Paapa Yankson’s song, ‘Tena Me Nkye.’

But that was not all; the tall list of performers included contemporary Higlife singers Akwaboah, Kuame Eugene, Kidi and Kwaku Afro. To say that these performances drew the guests onto the dancefloor, would be an understatement.

Kuame Eugene’s ‘Confusion’ and ‘Angela,’ Kidi’s ‘Odo’ (a.k.a 30 million) and ‘Say You Love Me’ and Kwaku Afro’s ‘Awulaa’, simply got many of the guests sweaty.

Okyeame Kwame’s concluding performance, in which he delivered some of his hit songs like ‘Faithful’, ‘Small Small’, ‘Anaa,’ and ‘Medo Mmaa,’ also caught many couples dancing the night off.

Buffet

Adding to the experience was the two-course dinner which saw the guests serving themselves from the incredible list of wines and healthy dishes prepared by the Group Executive Chef of Alisa Hotel, Mr Livingstone Asikoye.

For instance, on the menu (for starters) were offerings such as sumptuous seafood salad (a.k.a Be Mine), refreshing mix green garden salad (with pita bread), darling oriental chicken (with noodles salad), cosy assorted breads and dressing, ravishing continental salad bar, ‘I Miss You’ condiments and crudités, and ‘most beautiful’ sauces and dips.

Two kinds of soup were also served; namely the heartfelt sea food bisque soup, and the intriguing traditional goat light soup.

For the main course, guests had the opportunity to serve themselves the following: alluring chicken and vegetable jambalaya, affectionate coloured jasmine rice, charming spicy homemade jollof rice, dazzling rosemary sautéed potato, ecstatic crispy pan seared grouper (with basil tomato sauce), pretty tossed beans and carrots (with sweetcorn), gorgeous penne pasta, and forever fresh pepper tomato sauce (with shito).

Added to these was an active station that served ‘passionate’ soft fried kelewele, valentine fried yam, rosy barbequed tikka chicken, goat kebab (a.k.a I’m Yours) and exotic roasted guinea fowl.

For the dessert, the guests were treated to delicacies such as fresh fruits platters and kebabs, ‘kiss me’ red velvet cake, beautiful black forest fruit cake, sparkling assorted tiger nuts pudding, lovely ‘nkate’ cake and ‘kube’ cake, as well as a ravishing chocolate mousse obsession.

It was simply a romantic sight to behold as some male guests took the trouble to serve not only themselves but their female partners, in the spirit of the affectionate love that valentine’s day epitomises.

Prizes

Some couples also won amazing prizes from a draw which their tickets entered them into.

For example, the management of Alisa Hotel, represented by the Managing Director, Mr. Samson Masha, awarded a couple with weekend stay at the hotel, and another couple with a night stay.

The CEO of Galaxxy Perfumery (in the Accra, Achimota and A&C malls), Dr Asante Appiah, also awarded a guest, Ms. Uche, with a designer perfume. The management of Total Fitness Health Centre (inside A&C Mall) also awarded some guests with some free months’ subscription at their state-of-the-art gym.

Interactive Session

The night, perhaps, would not have been complete without the interactive session which the MC, Kabutey Ocansey, led the guests into.

Amidst laughter and surprises, the event saw some guests answering questions about their partners which they least expected, as some male guests also received plaudits for rendering love poems and acapellas for their partners.

For instance, questions such as ‘what is the bra size of your partner?,’ ‘what colour of dress was your partner wearing when you first met?’ and ‘what was your partners’ nickname at senior high school?,’ elicited interesting answers which set the night agog.

Testimonials

Some guests who spoke to this reporter after the event could not hide their delight and satisfaction.

“In all honesty, I thank my wife for buying the ticket and bringing me here. Even that, I almost didn’t come because I am not the outing type. But I think Okyeame Kwame and his team have done well by giving us this incredible experience tonight. Hopefully next year, I will be the one buying the ticket and pulling my wife along,” Mr. Kwame Baah Acheamfour, a Deputy Director at the National Communications Authority (NCA), said.

Another guest, Mrs. Gloria Afare Quist, a staff of the Cocoa Processing Company, added: “I have really enjoyed tonight. It was awesome; great settings, great music, great food. I feel good to have come and to associate with the event.”

Background

‘Flaunt Your Lover’ is an exclusive annual dinner and music event started last year (2017) by renowned musician Okyeame Kwame and his wife, Annica

According to Okyeame, the rationale behind the event was to re-orient the minds of lovers and couples about the celebration of Valentine’s Day.

“I and my wife realised that the conversations around Val’s days were becoming more of sex, condoms and Viagra use. We, therefore, decided to change the narrative by asking couples to now flaunt their lovers in a much positive way,” Okyeame explained.

The maiden edition was held at the Silverbird Cinemas & Lounge inside Accra Mall, which also registered a huge patronage of both married and dating couples.

This year’s event was organised by Okyeame and Annica in collaboration with Alisa Hotel. Other partners included EIB Network Ghana, Galaxxy Perfumery, Total Fitness Health Centre, Santeshair, Biegya Bitters and Mefscuisine.

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

Okyeame Kwame’s ‘Flaunt Your Lover’

PHOTOS: Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist, Juliet Bawuah, over the weekend interviewed President of the world football governing body, Gianni Infantino, on the sidelines of the FIFA Summit in Mauritania.

The interview, which has since aired on local television and radio in Mauritania, and soon to air across the rest of Africa all week, focused on a wide range of issues including racism, Leadership, state interference in football, women and youth football development, and the 2026 World Cup bid among other interesting football related matters.

Miss Bawuah was one of two Ghanaian Journalists, the other being Gary Al-Smith, selected for the Summit.

Miss Bawuah is a successful Sports Journalist with an impressive career portfolio. Currently pursuing further education at Cardiff University, she has in the past worked for CITI FM, ETV, Metro TV, the global football website Goal, CafOnline, and TV3. Before Cardiff University, she worked with Euronews’ sister station, Africanews. Bawuah also contributes for the Turkish broadcaster TRT and has also made appearances on the BBC.

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

Ghanaian Sports Journalist Juliet Bawuah interviews FIFA President Gianni Infantino

South Africa has become one of the most visited destination’s in Africa with millions of visitors per year. There is simply no way to tour South Africa and not be awestruck by its scenic beauty, epic history and culinary assorted variety.

The country is filled with endless possibilities, exotic sites and wondrous establishments; both natural and man-made. There are numerous fun activities – beaches, theme parks, museums and of course they have some of the best malls to boast about.

Malls in South Africa are usually extremely large, they contain a variety of stores, restaurants and other business establishments which provides the best shopping experience, perfect environment for social gatherings, great performances and promotions. From city to city, you will not be left disappointed as there are awesome places in the malls to chill, relax and hang out with your spouse, eat, shop: the sky is the limit. It’s a whole new world of sho

Malls In South Africa

pping!  Surround yourself with an atmosphere of beauty and wonder as you explore the best malls in South Africa with us.

Take a Diamond walk – Sandton City Mall Johannesburg.

Would you like to take a walk on the most treasured paths in one of Africa’s most cherished and most renowned strip malls; Sandton city? A sparkly walk would not hurt, be the “well-heeled” couple parading the  newly tiled corridor of Sandton City as you get to see some of the world’s most exclusive fashion brands.

Sandton City is situated in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa. It invites more than 400 global and neighborhood design brands. The atmosphere at Sandton City is cosmopolitan and sophisticated. You will locate the absolute best of South Africa as it brings to the table –  its extensive variety of shops and showrooms, exemplary, contemporary things running from engineering and eating to retail outlets and originators.

This mall is home to many restaurants, including some of the top dining establishments in the city. Do not miss the latest and hottest dining and drinking spots in Johannesburg on the Sandton Sun’s sixth floor, which includes a cheese room, interactive kitchen, wine bar and drinking deck with a view over the city. Access is through the hotel or shopping centre.

Just a stone’s throw away from the mall there is also the Liberty Life Theatre on Nelson Mandela Square, which is is a 200-seater theatre that produces and shows an array of outstanding productions, library,  restaurants, bars and cinemas. Without a shadow of a doubt,  couples would prefer not to pass up a major opportunity as this.

Trading hours at usually from Mondays to Saturdays (Time: 09:00 – 20:00) and Sundays & Public Holidays (Time: 09h00 – 18h00).

Sandton City Shopping Mall

See Madiba – Nelson Mandela Square Sandton, Johannesburg

Create beautiful memories at elegant picture zones and have fun while you shop at Nelson Mandela Square, named after one of the world’s most famous legend’s Nelson Mandela. This spot is a popular tourist destination as well as a shopping haven. The Square has stood out as truly newsworthy, and it is great for photos. It has walkway bistros, fine feasting and over 93 selective shops.

Another stunning element to keep an eye out for is the tremendous bronze statue of Nelson Mandela. It is believed that this stature watches over all, especially couples in love. The six-meter bronze statue was etched by Kobus Hattingh and Jacob Maponyane and weighs more than 2.5 tons measuring 2.3 meters from elbow to elbow. The shoulders of the statue are 1.7 meters in width and the shoes are 1-meter long.

For a shopping delight, add some fine dining to your experience with any of the world class eateries or you can make the day out interactive by adding, an excursion to Nelson Mandela Square where you will learn more about the legend, this is a flat out must. This is “home-from-home” environment for the couples, business travelers or for families.

Trading hours at Nelson Mandela Square are usually from Mondays to Saturdays (Time: 09:00 – 20:00) and Sundays & Public Holidays (Time: 09h00 – 18h00).

Nelson Mandela Square

Explore a naturistic stylish theme – The Mall of Africa – Gauteng Johannesburg  

Photo Credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auiJYAakBlQ

As you take an observant walk through the Mall of Africa, you get to feel the natural rays of light and watch the beautiful sky right there in the mall as you shop indoors. This mall is tailored to fit your convenience with a stylistic theme that enhances the shopping experience.

The Mall of Africa, located in Gauteng, Johannesburg, is an ideal shopping center for love birds. The mall design was inspired by Africa’s geological features, as evident by its courts. The Crystal Court is located in the Northern Section of the mall, representing Southern Africa’s mineral wealth with sharp geometric patterns. The Great Lakes Court is located the Eastern Section of the mall, representing the Great Lakes mostly of East Africa and has calm and gentle materials. The Desert Court is located in the Southern Section of the mall, representing the Sahara Desert of North Africa and has calm motifs used in traditional Berber carpets. The Oleum Court is located in the Western Section of the mall, representing West Africa’s Oil wealth. The Forest Walk Court is in the center of the shopping mall, representing Central Africa and its rain forests. There is something to suit every taste even architecture wise. It is situated in Waterfall City, Midrand, Gauteng. The aggregate retail region is 131 000 square meters, and a gross range of 550 000 square meters. This vast space can accommodate 65,000 cars specifically designed to accommodate, provide space, freedom as well as wonderful scenery for couples.

The mall has over 300 stores, a whopping 40 elevators and its stylistic theme takes its motivation from the backwoods, extraordinary lakes, and the oil, exchange, sand and mineral riches.

The Mall of Africa

 Variety is the spice of life – Menyln park – Pretoria  

Photo Credit: https://showme.co.za/pretoria/news/menlyn-park-brings-you-the-ultimate-experience/

The second largest mall in Africa, located in Tshwane Capital of SA (formerly known as Pretoria). The special thing about Menlyn is that it caters to newlyweds beautifully. There is an abundant of wedding venues in Menlyn, and of course what goes well with romance, weddings and all that great stuff? Shopping!!

Indulge yourself in extreme mold, excellence and solace in the core of South Africa as you take a chilled tour around Menlyn Park, it is a shopping and entertainment centre combined! The architects went all out on this one! They created a tensile shade structures for the grandstands of the multi-purpose arena, which is home to athletic competition, concerts, fashion shows and more.

The amusement does not stop there, you also get to be involved in the history of South Africa by visiting its first event boutique called, Gift Shack and finally for the love of chocolate, don’t forget to stop by the Lindt Chocolate Boutique before heading home! If you’re feeling generous enough, bring treats back home for loved ones.

Trading hours at usually from Mondays to Saturdays (Time: 09:00 – 20:00) and Sundays & Public Holidays (Time: 09h00 – 18h00).

Menyln Park Pretoria

 Pocket friendly market – Gateway Mall – Durban

Gateway also known as the Theater of Shopping is viewed as the biggest mall in the Southern Hemisphere located on Umhlanga Ridge in Umhlanga, north of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Direct Distance from Gateway to Johannesburg, Gauteng is six hundred kilometers which will take you on a scenic six-hour drive or 1 hour by flight. The shopping center has been in existence since 2001. There are an extensive variety of about 400 shops, including universally known brands at costs for all pockets.

This mall has retail chains, silver screens, a theater, and of course general stores for you every day needs.

It is activity filled too! Gateway additionally contains the world’s highest climbing wall, go-kart track, arcade and rides. What’s more? The shops are affordably priced, trading hours are usually from Monday – Thursday (Time: 9:00 – 19:00), Friday – Saturday (Time: 9:00 – 21:00), Sunday (Time: 9:00 – 18:00).

Gateway Umhlanga

Redefine your shopping lifestyle – Canal Walk – Cape Town. 

Photo Credit: http://ctuat.co.za/listing/canal-walk-shopping-centre/

Did you know that walking is one of the nicest ways to explore beautiful canals and rivers?  The shopping complex merges the world’s most desirable brands with shopping convenience, all in a majestic setting. Canal walk has worked hard to ensure an open and accessible walk without stress, when we say it is the most delightful sights, don’t take our word. Find out for yourself!

The unfolding scenery of a canal-side stroll also takes some beating, where you could you find a mix of wildlife, architecture, brands and the countryside view of course.

This mall is situated in Cape Town, South Africa, very easy and convenient to access. It furnishes you with the most pleasant shopping experience, 400 individual shops including eateries, coffee houses, apparel, foodstuffs and devices.

Additionally, it furnishes an excellent framework with amazing offers and deals, and the best brands all under one rooftop. This is a very comfortable and luxurious shopping experience, with amazing treats offered on each level and a stretched-out shopping hours of 9am to 9pm

Canal Walk Capetown

Feel the shore – Victoria and Alfred Waterfront – Cape Town

Set off on a one of a kind trip visit by taking a tour to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in the core of Cape Town. Situated at the foot of Table Mountain, within a stone’s throw from the Cape Town Stadium and in the heart of Cape Town’s working harbour, the V&A Waterfront offers the visitor an abundance of unforgettable experiences

What is so fantastic about V&A waterfront is the blend of indoor shopping and entertainment venues that merge so seamlessly.

This zone is one of the significant locales for visitors’ attractions, shopping, eateries, boat trips and aquarium. At night, the entire complex comes alive! It offers by a long shot the greatest, most changed choice of locally created mold, adornments, materials, toys, homeware, and so forth. Yet, don’t stop there, there’s a great deal more to be found in the city.

Spend over 10 hours with your spouse as this stop is usually opened from 9am – 9pm on a daily basis and the watershed is also opened from 10am-7pm. All Shopped out and need some grub? There is more than 80 restaurants so there are choices to suit every palette, from local fresh sea food to international fusion!

The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa

If you are a fan of the British music charts DStv has just the right stuff for you! It’s that time of the year when music fans celebrate and honour the best musos making their mark and climbing their way up on the Brits’ playlist. BBC Brit (DStv Channel 120) will be giving viewers a front row view of the 38^th Brit Awards to be screened on Wednesday 21 February at 8pm, from the O2 Arena in London.

The awards, which will be hosted by multi award-winning comedian Jack Whitehall will feature a stellar line-up of performances including Ed Sheeran and Dua Lipa who are both nominated British album of the year, Rita Ora, Sam Smith and Justin Timberlake.

Some of the universally adored names nominated in various categories include One

Direction members Harry Styles, Liam Payne and former member Zayne ft Taylor Swift (British Video of the Year), DJ Khaled, Drake and Kendrick Lamar (International Male Solo Artist), Dua Lipa, Jessie Ware and Kate Tempest (British Female Solo Artist).

Do tune in to see who walks away a winner! For more information log on to www.dstv.com

The CEO Ruff town records and Midas Touch has reacted to claims by the certain media outlets on a perceived feud between late Afro dancehall act Ebony Reigns and Lynx Entertainment signee MzVee.

In an interview, Ricky Nana Agyeman, record label boss of the Poison hit maker said that “They was no beef between Ebony and Mzvee to the best of my knowledge. Both artiste had a song which is not out there”

Mzvee in an earlier with Andrew Tandoh Adote on the Tonight show also debunked that assertion she told the host “A lot of these bloggers and writers, journalist do these because they want many readers so they put up very very crazy headlines so they get readers but it is not fair to someone like me because it actually crashes me. It used to really worry me,”

Touted as the country’s most prominent rising star in the past couple of years, the singer (born Priscilla Opoku Kwarteng), is expected to dominate the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards night slated for April.

Among the singer’s known offerings are Poison, Hustle, Da Ur Fada, and Maame Hw3. Her debut album, BONYFIED, was released in December last year.

Ebony met her untimely death on Thursday February 8, when the jeep she was traveling in, slammed into an oncoming VIP bus. The accident, which happened on the Kumasi – Sunyani road, also led to the death of a military officer identified as Francis Atsu Vondee and a female acquaintance identified only as Frankie, who were also onboard the Jeep.

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