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Savannah Folk: Songs and Stories from Northern Ghana

WIYAALA which means “the doer” in her local Sissala language, is a charismatic musician entertainer from Funsi in the Upper West Region of Ghana. An irrepressible extrovert since childhood, Wiyaala is an award winning African star who never fails to excite and inspire love.  With her dancing, polyglot and engaged songs, Wiyaala performs an Africa that is both modern and traditional.Wiyaala´s music references West African Folk traditions and contemporary Afro-Pop, sometimes evoking comparisons with African stars such as Mariam Makeeba, Brenda Fassie and Angelique Kidjo. 

“Recognised for her sense of fashion and unique style, the artist designs her stage dresses and accessories to showcase the traditions of her home region, in northern Ghana.” - BBC

“Her voice carries the weight of generations“ - OkayAfrica