President of BHIM Nation
Stonebwoy
Ashaiman’s reggae-dancehall president — BET winner and voice of the ghetto youth.
Born Livingstone Etse Satekla in 1988 in Ashaiman, Stonebwoy grew up on sound-system culture and started recording as a teenager. His early singles “Baafira” and “Climax” announced a rare fusion: Jamaican dancehall patois delivery over Ghanaian highlife-rooted production.
The 2014 anthem “Mane Me” and a string of hits made him the face of Ghanaian dancehall, crowned by the 2015 BET Award for Best International Act (Africa). Albums like Necessary Evil, Epistles of Mama and 5th Dimension carried him to European tours, Jamaican collaborations and the annual BHIM Concert at the Grand Arena.
Through the Burniton Music Group he has mentored younger acts while his philanthropy — school support, health fundraising, disability advocacy after his own childhood accident — made “BHIM” (Bless His Imperial Majesty) as much a social movement as a fanbase.
Key facts
- Born Livingstone Etse Satekla, 1988, Ashaiman.
- Leader of the BHIM Nation movement and label.
- BET Best International Act (Africa), 2015.
- Hits: “Baafira”, “Mane Me”, “Into the Future”, “Activate”.
- Annual BHIM Concert fills the Grand Arena.
Put the story in context: explore the History of Ghana to see the eras Stonebwoy helped shape.
Stonebwoy FAQs
What is Stonebwoy’s real name?
Livingstone Etse Satekla, born in Ashaiman in 1988.
What awards has Stonebwoy won?
Headlined by the 2015 BET Award for Best International Act (Africa), plus multiple Ghana Music Awards including Artiste of the Year honours.
What is BHIM Nation?
Stonebwoy’s fan movement and label philosophy — BHIM stands for “Bless His Imperial Majesty” — known for charity work as much as music.
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