Ga Mantse’s Sacred Crown Awards Headlines Nominees as Lekzy Decomic and AJ Poundz Secure Milestone Victories

Ghana’s entertainment and cultural landscape is witnessing a surge of activity as major award schemes recognize excellence across music, comedy, and fashion. At the forefront is the announcement of the Sacred Crown Awards 2026 nominee list, an initiative by His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse. This prestigious scheme aims to celebrate African excellence, featuring global icons such as Burna Boy, Davido, and Idris Elba, alongside prominent religious leader Archbishop Duncan-Williams. The awards look beyond entertainment to include humanitarian work and traditional leadership, with the grand reveal of the Sacred Crown Supreme Laureate and three posthumous honours scheduled for October 31, 2026.

In the comedy sector, Lekzy Decomic has solidified his status as a titan of the industry by winning the Stand-Up Comedian of the Year award for the fourth consecutive time. The ceremony, held at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra on August 1, 2026, saw Lekzy beat out strong contenders like OB Amponsah and DKB. With a career spanning 13 years, Lekzy’s recent success is bolstered by his efforts to take Ghanaian humor to the global stage through a recent tour of the United States. His win at the 2026 Ghana Comedy Awards serves as a testament to his relatable storytelling and high-energy performances as he prepares for an upcoming headline show in October.

The momentum continues with the launch of the 2026 campaign for the Guinness Ghana DJ Awards. During the launch event in Accra, popular television personality Matilda Adjoa Densu, widely known as AJ Poundz, stole the spotlight by being crowned Best Dressed. A veteran of the 2011 Ghana’s Most Beautiful pageant, AJ Poundz received a luxury stay at the Aqua Safari Resort as part of her prize. The launch event served as a platform for stakeholders to unveil the nationwide schedule of activities leading up to the main awards ceremony later this year, highlighting the industry's commitment to professional standards and public engagement.

These diverse recognitions highlight a period of significant growth and international visibility for Ghanaian talent. From the Ga Mantse’s push for pan-African cultural celebration to the individual milestones of veteran performers like Lekzy Decomic and AJ Poundz, the industry is gearing up for a busy final quarter of 2026. With the Sacred Crown Awards set for a high-profile climax and ongoing nationwide activities for the DJ awards, the coming months promise to further elevate Ghana's creative economy on both regional and global stages.