Sparqlyn congratulates Shatta Wale on IRAWMA wins, recounts old memories
Ahmmed Kanneh Larweh, known as Sparqlyn, has congratulated Shatta Wale after his double win at the 43rd International Reggae and World Music Awards (IRAWMA). Shatta Wale won Best African Dancehall Entertainer as well as Concert of the Year for his ShattaFest showcase at the event held in Florida, United States.
Sparqlyn said he was delighted when he came across news of the awards on Monday, May 18, 2025, and took a moment to reflect on his own journey in the music industry. He noted that what particularly caught his attention was the design of the award plaque presented to Shatta Wale, which he said bore a striking resemblance to one his former group, Dunsin, received years ago. The similarity immediately brought back memories of Dunsin's historic international recognition more than a decade ago, when the group represented Ghana on a continental stage.
In 2013, Dunsin won Most Exciting Group in Africa and Most African Video at the MUSA Awards held in Pretoria, South Africa, following the success of their project "Ɔyɛadeɛyie," which boosted their international profile. Sparqlyn-then known within the group as Kele-personally represented Dunsin to receive the award on behalf of the group.
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Sparqlyn has congratulated Shatta Wale on his recent wins at the International Reggae and World Music Awards. The musician recounted old memories, noting similarities between Shatta Wale's award and one his former group, Dunsin, received - sparking reflection.
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