Following the death of gospel artist KODA, more celebrities have stepped out to discuss their experiences with G6PD Deficiency, shining awareness on the obstacles that people with this illness endure.

Cynthia Tima Yeboah, often known as Tima Kumkum, a presenter and businesswoman, and Karen Kash Kane have spoken openly about their personal experiences with the illness.

Prior to his death, KODA revealed that he had been given improper medicine for eight months since physicians failed to diagnose his G6PD Deficiency, resulting in a worsening in his health.

G6PD deficiency is a disorder in which the body lacks or does not produce enough G6PD (glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase), an enzyme required for red blood cell activity.

Karen recounted her personal experience, revealing that she found her G6PD Deficiency after a thorough lab test when pregnant with her son six years ago.

Tests subsequently revealed that she had passed on the illness to her kid.

Karen emphasised the measures she takes to manage the disease, which include avoiding malaria medicines and sulfur-containing goods like naphthalene balls.

Tima Kumkum also discussed her own experiences with G6PD Deficiency.

She emphasised the gravity of her experience, claiming that it nearly killed her, which inspired her to form her charity to raise awareness about the ailment.

The duo plan to increase their campaigning for the disease in order to save more lives.

KODA, a popular gospel artist, has allegedly died.

A family source revealed to GhanaWeekend that Kofi Owusu Dua Anto, as he was born, died on Sunday morning after a brief illness.

KODA, a multi-talented performer noted for his songwriting, record production, and soulful voice, was a popular figure in Ghana’s gospel scene.


His most recent album, “Keteke,” which debuted in January 2021, was a critical and financial triumph. He is recognised for his contagious energy and the lessons of optimism and resilience that his music conveys.

The family expects to disclose further information about the reason of his sickness and funeral plans soon.

The Shatta Movement Empire has apologised to members of the Ghana Society of the Physically Disabled after Shatta Wale was caught “mocking” his colleague Stonebwoy’s handicap.

Shatta Wale’s manager, Samuel Atuobi Baah, wrote to the GSPD, stating that the ‘kakai’ hitmaker had no intention of mocking or denigrating those with disabilities.

Sammy Flex, as he is generally known, stated that his artist’s primary goal was to demonstrate the importance of Stonebwoy respecting others and maintaining correct conduct.

“We recognise that the language of the message may have been inappropriate, and we accept the concerns highlighted.

“It was not our intention to cause any harm, and we value and respect the contributions and rights of individuals with disabilities in our society,” he said in a statement.

Sammy Flex stated that the Shatta Movement is devoted to fostering diversity and understanding.

“We pledge to be more aware of our words and deeds in the future. “Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your understanding,” he said.

Shatta Wale chastised Stonebwoy for missing the much-anticipated Fadama Sallah Fest.

In his rage on stage, he used several ‘unprintable’ remarks against Stonebwoy, including mocking his limp, which many people believed were unnecessary even if he had a feud with the ‘Nominate’ singer.

However, a week later, the GSPD denounced Shatta Wale’s conduct as reckless and potentially injurious to the emotional health of the physically impaired.

In a news release, the GSPD stated that they had observed a video circulating on social media in which Shatta Wale mocked Stonebouy’s disabilities.

Shatta Wale claimed in the video, among other nasty things, “You are a bad person, that is why God made you a disabled person; you are a disabled person, don’t try to fight an able person.”

“By making this comment, he is implying that all people with disabilities are terrible because God created us that way. This unsophisticated comment should not have come from a well-known figure like Shatta Wale,” the statement stated.

The group urged Shatta Wale to apologise to the community and take steps to remove the insulting videos from social media networks.

Furthermore, one singer, Bosheba De Shyne, voiced disgust at Shatta Wale following his words on the Sallahfest stage.

The musician with a handicap stated that he did not think it was appropriate for an artist he admires to weaponize his impairment by insulting a colleague.

Meanwhile, the GSPD issued a fresh press statement acknowledging Shatta Wale and his team’s apologies.

“We accept the apology and appreciate their commitment to promoting inclusivity, as there is a need for all of us to work together and create a more inclusive environment for all, regardless of disabilities.”

“We’d also like to use this occasion to thank everyone in the disability community for their patience and all stakeholders for their support. “Let us remember that disability can strike anyone at any time,” they said.

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