Jullie Jay-Kanz honored with Excellence in Social Media Award at 10th HAP Awards at Manhyia Palace

Blogger Jullie Jay-Kanz Wins Her 16th Career Award at HAP Awards at Manhyia Palace

Ghanaian blogger, content creator, and humanitarian Jullie Jay-Kanz , born Juliana Ntiamoah has added another feather to her cap.

The multiple award-winning blogger won her 16th career award at the Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi in October 2026.

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Jullie Jay-Kanz was honored alongside His Royal Majesty, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in a 3 day prestigious ceremony celebrating the King of the Ashanti Empire as King of the African Diaspora while celebrating excellence and impact for creatives and other prominent individuals.

The ceremony was held at Jubilee Hall, Manhyia Palace under the theme “Connecting The Ashanti Kingdom To The Diaspora: Development & Prosperity” and saw Jullie receive a Recognition for Excellence in Social Media on Creators Night, which was Day 2 of the 10th Anniversary celebrations.

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Sharing the same honor for Excellence in Social Media on the night was celebrated Ghanaian blogger and journalist Ameyaw Debrah, who also received the same award for his contribution to digital media and promotion of African entertainment to the world.

Also honored on the night was acclaimed Ghanaian actress Gloria Sarfo, who received the Excellence in Film award for her outstanding contribution to the Ghanaian film industry.This marks her 16th career award, solidifying her place as one of the most decorated and consistent bloggers in Africa.

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Jullie had already been crowned the best female blogger in Africa at the 2025 Ladies in Media Awards after a tough contest with other female bloggers in Africa.Beyond that, Jullie Jay-Kanz has over the years built an enviable reputation in Ghana and Africa’s digital media space.

She was ranked by Africa Music Data as the Best Female Artiste Publicist in Ghana and Top 4 Artiste Publicists overall. She is the first African female reggae and dancehall blogger to put Ghanaian dancehall artistes on international reggae and dancehall platforms.

She also made history as the first female to host a riddim in Africa with her Social Media Riddim project in 2015, which recorded over 2 million downloads and streams within one month and featured artistes from Zimbabwe, USA, Ghana, Uganda, South Africa, Trinidad, Jamaica and beyond.In addition to her blogging excellence, Jullie is recognized for her strong humanitarian drive.

Through Jullie’s Charity Foundation and her personal initiatives, she has consistently used her platform to amplify social issues, support less-privileged communities, advocate for women and girls in media, mentor young female bloggers entering the industry, and promote education and health-related causes.

Her work in using blogging for social impact and community empowerment has earned her global recognition and continues to inspire many young African women.

The Hollywood and African Prestigious Awards (HAP Awards) is a USA-based awards scheme founded to celebrate and bridge the gap between Hollywood and Africa by honoring outstanding achievers in entertainment, media, leadership, entrepreneurship and community development.

The scheme seeks to recognize individuals who are making significant impact in their fields and using their platforms to inspire growth and positive change.

This year’s 10th Anniversary edition was held in Ghana at the Manhyia Palace to honor the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as King of the African Diaspora and to celebrate distinguished individuals in Africa who are making an impact across various sectors.