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RE-INTRODUCING THE EXTRAORDINARY RIMIDI

Published

1 year ago

February 4, 2025

A Miami-born powerhouse, RIMIDI is an artist whose talents span singing, songwriting, acting, and entrepreneurship. Her unique sound, a fusion of experimental alternative soul, ancestral rituals, and new-age influences, has captivated audiences worldwide. With her forthcoming album, JUNO: THE LATE BLOOMER, RIMIDI is set to redefine her artistry, partnering with Powerblast Worldwide to scale her brand globally and launch the album with a powerful marketing and promotional strategy.

RIMIDI’s journey is a testament to resilience, creativity, and authenticity. Born Shawnnette Longley, she grew up immersed in the diverse sounds of Sade, Anita Baker, George Clinton, Michael Jackson, and Prince. Her eclectic influences have shaped her innovative storytelling and distinct sound. From her early days performing in a high school girl group to becoming a sought-after solo artist, RIMIDI’s devotion to her craft has been unwavering.

A gifted writer, RIMIDI filled notebooks with lyrics and wordplay from a young age. Her artistic path became clear when her mother gifted her a karaoke machine, sparking a passion that would expand into music, film, and mentorship. Today, RIMIDI leads her self-titled band, captivating audiences with her raw charisma, lyrical authenticity, and an undeniable stage presence that leaves fans in awe.

RIMIDI’s accomplishments include collaborations with Aloe Blacc and Slim Thug, features on Disney projects, and recognition as an alumna of Betty Wright’s prestigious “The M.O.S.T.” songwriting camp. Her artistic ventures have evolved into groundbreaking projects like her short film companion to JUNO: THE LATE BLOOMER. Tracks like “Surreal” and “Ran Away” showcase her emotional depth and musical versatility, while the album promises to be her most personal work yet.

Beyond music, RIMIDI is a force for community transformation. As the founder and CEO of GEM CULTURE, a Miami-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, she mentors youth to embrace creativity and character development. A seasoned educator with over 15 years of experience, she holds supervision, management, and curriculum design degrees. Her devotion to wellness shines through her work as a yogi and meditation teacher under Monica Gonzalez of DubYoga.

In December 2023, RIMIDI curated and hosted the FIND YOUR RIMIDI Festival, a three-day music retreat celebrating creativity and connection. As she continues to innovate in 2025, she remains an advocate for self-discovery, wellness, and empowerment, blending her music with a commitment to building safe spaces for others.

With JUNO: THE LATE BLOOMER on the horizon and her dynamic partnership with Powerblast Worldwide, RIMIDI is poised to reach new heights as a global artist. To stay connected and experience her magic, visit IamRimidi.com or follow her journey on social media.

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From 46th to 3rd: Asokwa Municipal Assembly’s Remarkable Rise in Financial Governance

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11 hours ago

July 9, 2026

Amplify Ghana

A year can make a remarkable difference, and for the Asokwa Municipal Assembly, it has changed everything.

After placing 46th in 2024, the Assembly has surged to an impressive 3rd position in Ghana’s 2025 Public Financial Management Compliance League Table, earning national recognition for its commitment to transparency, accountability and responsible financial management.

The Public Financial Management Compliance League Table, supported by the European Union and coordinated by the Centre for Local Governance Advocacy (CLGA), assesses all 261 Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies across the country. It measures how effectively assemblies manage public funds through budgeting, procurement, revenue generation and financial reporting.

Asokwa’s score of 92.00% placed it among the very best in Ghana, with only Bia East District Assembly and Nkwanta South Municipal Assembly ranking ahead. The performance stands well above the national average of 56.20%, underlining the municipality’s exceptional progress.

Behind this success is a deliberate commitment to strengthening financial discipline. Under the leadership of Municipal Chief Executive Hon. Amoh Kamel, the Assembly has embraced reforms aimed at improving compliance with financial regulations and ensuring greater accountability in the use of public resources.

The national recognition was formally presented during an awards ceremony, where Hon. Gladys G.N. Tetteh, Deputy Executive Director of CLGA, presented the Assembly with an award acknowledging its outstanding performance. The citation commended Asokwa’s efforts in improving public financial management and maintaining compliance throughout the financial management process.

The Assembly’s remarkable improvement demonstrates what focused leadership, teamwork and dedication to good governance can achieve. Rising 43 places within a single year is a significant accomplishment that reflects consistency, careful planning and efficient execution.

Asokwa’s latest achievement not only brings pride to the municipality but also serves as a benchmark for other local assemblies striving to improve governance and accountability.

As the municipality celebrates this milestone, attention now turns to sustaining these standards and pursuing an even greater achievement in the years ahead.