by Admin | Aug 10, 2025 | Artist Corner, Events, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
Ehalakasa’s National Poetry Slam Prelims ignite the race to represent Ghana on the global stage in 2026.
Accra, Ghana, August 9, 2025 The British Council Hall was alive with rhythm, rhyme, and raw emotion as 26 of Ghana’s finest spoken word artists battled for a coveted place in the National Poetry Slam Final. By night’s end, only 16 emerged victorious, inching closer to the ultimate prize the honour of representing Ghana at the 2026 World Poetry Slam Championship in South Africa.
In a contest where every syllable counted, Poema and Kwabena Prah led the charge with 26 points each, delivering performances that married precision with passion. Following closely were the equally captivating Whinna Yentem, Soyo Vi Zibo, Baby Poet, and Teliba, each securing 24 points and a joint third-place finish.
The list of finalists reflects a diverse blend of voices, from seasoned veterans to rising stars. Each poet brought their own lens to the stage, offering perspectives that cut across identity, politics, love, resilience, and social change.
“It’s more than just poetry. It’s a movement, a platform, and a chance to carry Ghana’s voice to the world,”said an Ehalakasa representative after the event.
The competition now shifts to the National Poetry Slam Final on November 1, 2025, where the stakes will be higher, the verses sharper, and the spotlight brighter. From that night, one poet will wear the national crown — and with it, the responsibility of championing Ghana’s slam poetry on the world stage.
Qualified Poets for the National Final (Top 16):
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Poema (26)
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Kwabena Prah (26)
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Whinna Yentem (24)
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Soyo Vi Zibo (24)
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Baby Poet (24)
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Teliba (24)
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Jay (23)
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The Town Crier (23)
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Beyanus (23)
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Nesty Brown (23)
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Kobby Wright (22)
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Leo (22)
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Evans Narh (22)
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Sabway Lyfstyle (22)
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Napare (22)
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Ueezy (22)
With the preliminaries concluded, the countdown begins. Who will rise on November 1st to carry Ghana’s poetic spirit to the world in 2026?
by Admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Artist Corner, Events, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
Ueezy de Poet, also known as Herman Jatoe, is not here for applause. He’s here to disrupt. To shake the silence. To put a rhythm to the realities so many try to avoid.
Emerging from the raw edges of Ghana’s urban storylines, Ueezy is part of a bold new poetic generation that doesn’t perform for validation it performs for truth. And that truth is often uncomfortable, unfiltered, and urgent.
His words cut through expectations like a hot blade through butter sharp, swift, and deliberate. Behind his bright smile lies a mind that has mastered the metaphor and a heart that knows how to make every syllable land like a fist or a feather depending on the moment.
On August 9th, 2025, at 6 PM at the British Council, Ueezy will take the mic at the Ehalakasa National Poetry Slam Prelims. The room may not be ready. But he is.
Whether he’s unpacking identity, spinning street slang into scripture, or challenging societal myths, Ueezy doesn’t just speak poems he lives them.
The slam stage is about voice, grit, presence and Ueezy de Poet brings all three in generous supply. This isn’t a performance. It’s a prophecy in progress.
by Admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Artist Corner, Events, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
There are voices. And then there is Maame Rasta a cultural flame wrapped in fabric, fire, and fierce honesty.
Stepping into the Ehalakasa National Poetry Slam Prelims 2025 with the full power of her persona, Maame Rasta is more than a poet—she’s an institution. From her bold Afrocentric fashion to her defiant gaze, she commands attention before the mic is even on.
Set for 6 PM, August 9th at the British Council, this year’s prelims are already buzzing but Maame Rasta’s appearance has added a whole new layer of anticipation.
Unfiltered. Radical. Grounded. She embodies everything poetry was always meant to be: a rebellion with rhythm, a truth-telling drumbeat. Her voice is not just performance it is protest. A cry for justice wrapped in metaphor. A matriarchal wisdom that slices through noise. A spiritual chant rising from ancestral ground.
In a space where artists often chase applause, Maame Rasta reminds us: the stage is sacred, and words are weapons.
She enters the arena not to impress but to ignite to stir the embers of memory, history, and possibility. In her presence, poetry feels less like art and more like invocation.
This is no ordinary prelim. This is Maame Rasta’s roar. And Ghana will hear it.
by Admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Artist Corner, Events, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
Born in the soul of Maamobi and raised in its rhythm, Jibril Iddrisu, stage-named Soyo Vi Zibo, is not just a poet he is an embodiment of community consciousness, cultural depth, and lyrical fire. With roots deeply planted in Accra’s working-class suburb, he grew from the dusty corridors of Kubatul Hadra Islamic Primary through the disciplined halls of Barnes Memorial and O’Reilly SHS, to emerge as one of Ghana’s most commanding spoken word voices.
Today, Soyo Vi Zibo stands as the reigning Ehalakasa National Slam Champion, a title earned not just by rhyme and rhythm, but by the weight of relevance his words carry. His performances are textured with commentary on politics, love, education, domestic struggle, and the environment, echoing the lived realities of the people who shaped him.
But he’s not just an artist he’s a builder. As a literacy facilitator at the Nima Maamobi Community Learning Centre, Soyo pours into others the very thing that saved him: the power of words. His dual life as both teacher and performer creates a rare fusion where his classroom becomes a stage, and his stage, a classroom.
Whether at the National Theatre or in a crowded corner of Accra, his delivery remains intentional, his voice grounded, his presence undeniable. With Ehalakasa, he has delivered moving poetry and captivating theatre performances, always drawing from his roots to reach the hearts of strangers.
Soyo Vi Zibo is more than a slam poet. He is a mirror to society, a mentor to the youth, and a megaphone for the silenced. In his voice, the streets of Maamobi speak and the nation listens.
by Admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Artist Corner, Events, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
Some poets write to entertain. Others to provoke thought. Dorneh Rhymez does both often in the same breath.
A master of wordplay and wit, Dorneh wields poetry like a craftsman’s tool shaping verses that amuse, challenge, and endure. His work is a blend of mirror and megaphone: holding up a reflection to the world while amplifying the questions we sometimes avoid.
“I want my poetry to linger,” he says. “It can be lighthearted, but it should always leave a shadow of thought behind.”
From light jabs of humor to hard-hitting social commentary, Dorneh’s lines walk the fine line between art and advocacy. His captivating storytelling invites listeners in, while his clever puns make them stay longer than they planned.
In a world of fleeting attention, Dorneh Rhymez knows how to earn it and keep it. His poetry doesn’t just live in the moment; it travels home with you, quietly echoing long after the applause fades.
Whether on a bustling stage or in an intimate reading circle, he delivers words that connect, challenge, and charm proof that poetry can be both playful and powerful.
by Admin | Aug 8, 2025 | Artist Corner, Latest, Pro.Files, Slam
For some, poetry is a hobby. For Whinna Yentem, it’s a lifeline a way of speaking the truths that live in the quiet corners of the human heart.
Born Gbeng Gloria, the Ghanaian spoken word artist is more than a performer; she’s a story-weaver, motivator, and voice for the unspoken. Her dual worlds poet and veterinarian may seem far apart, yet both are rooted in care, empathy, and transformation.
“I believe poetry is the best way to express hidden emotions, address pressing issues, and motivate those who can relate,” she says. “It allows me to connect with people in ways everyday conversations can’t.”
In just two years since she began her journey with words, Whinna Yentem has evolved from playful experimentation with language to a confident artistic voice ready to stand on bigger stages. Her performances are intimate yet impactful, marked by her signature wordplay and her ability to blend vulnerability with power.
As a master of ceremonies (MC), her charisma commands rooms. As a poet, her verses open doors to reflection, conversation, and healing. Whether addressing social issues, sharing personal truths, or inspiring change, she delivers with a rare authenticity that resonates long after the mic goes silent.
Whinna Yentem is proof that artistry isn’t just about talent it’s about the courage to speak, the wisdom to listen, and the commitment to create bridges between hearts.
Her story is still unfolding, but one thing is clear: she’s ready for the world, and the world needs to hear her.
