KOOLICTRENDS

The time for polite conversations has passed. This is a moment for unfiltered truth, and I write with a heavy heart filled with anger and frustration. As a proud Ghanaian in the diaspora, living in Belgium, I feel compelled to address the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and, by extension, the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Let me be unapologetically blunt: WE ARE TIRED! This is not just my voice but the collective cry of countless young African diasporas who have been pushed to their limits by the political gamesmanship that has characterized governance in Ghana for far too long. For years, we have watched in dismay as successive governments turned leadership into a playground of power struggles, empty promises, and utter disregard for the people they claim to serve. You have toyed with our lives, dashed our hopes, and trampled on our futures. Governance should be about progress, development, and the well-being of the citizenry, but instead, it has become a theate...

Legendary Ghanaian Highlife artist Nana Quame made an extraordinary comeback at the Xmas Highlife Concert in London, held at the prestigious Dominion Centre in December 2024. This performance marked his long-awaited return to the live music scene, delighting fans who have cherished his timeless songs for years. Sharing the stage with fellow musical icons Ofori Amponsah, Kelvin Boy, and Fameye, Nana Quame’s performance was a centerpiece of the night, which celebrated Ghana’s rich musical heritage. Nana Quame, an influential pioneer of Highlife music, reminded the audience why he remains one of Ghana’s most beloved musicians. Known for hits such as Asemsebe, Atiadonko, Odo Shock, Asew Konofo, and Odo Me, he thrilled fans with renditions of these classics, reigniting the love and admiration of audiences who had not seen him perform live in years. His captivating stage presence and unparalleled vocal prowess brought the Dominion Centre alive, as fans sang along to every note. Nana Qua...