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16 contestants begin their journey for Miss Golden Stool 2023 crown
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It was a colourful ceremony at the launched of this year’sMiss Golden Stool which was aired on Adom TV.
The fifth edition of the beauty pageant aimed at celebrating Ghana’s cultural heritage, Miss Golden Stool was finally outdoored.
The pageant launched on October 14,2023 brought together traditional leaders, creative arts stakeholders, and fans among others.
Following weeks of travelling around to search for young ladies who understand Ghana’s cultural heritage, and are eager to learn, the auditioning team selected 16 ladies representing Eastern, Western, Bono, Ahafo, Ashanti and Central regions.
Speaking to the media, the founder of Miss Golden Stool, Sally Akua Amoakowaa promised patrons of exciting content for the next eight weeks.
He added that there has been some adjustment to what was done last year.
“Expect something different in the eight weeks of fully packed actions. Each week will be something different with well-researched topics,” she added.
Against this backdrop, Akua Amoakowaa charged the contestants to put their best foot forward and think beyond the crown, because the platform provided was more than the crown.
“Most at times, people focus on winning the crown to the extent that if they do not win, their world comes to a halt, they do not see themselves impacting society. This year we want to help the contestants look beyond that,” she disclosed.
She added “Last year we tried to add a bit of vocational training for the contestants. This year, there would be something to enable contestants to make an impact in society even if they do not win the contest.”
All the contestants have expressed their preparedness to promote their various cultures to the rest of the world.
The beauty pageant airs at 8:30 pm every Sunday on Adom TV.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The newly crowned winners of Miss Ghana 2026 have been officially presented to the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, as the pageant prepares to mark 70 years of beauty, culture, and national pride.
The courtesy call, held recently in Accra, also marked the official unveiling of the queens to the Minister and Miss Ghana @70 Legacy Project, a year-long initiative to commemorate the pageant’s 70-year history and reposition it as a platform for tourism promotion, youth empowerment, and cultural diplomacy.
The delegation was led by Ms Inna Patty, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Exclusive Events Ghana, organisers of Miss Ghana.
The team presented their roadmap for the reigning queens, including preparations for the Miss World competition and a series of activities lined up ahead of the pageant’s 70th anniversary.
Commending the organisation for sustaining the pageant for seven decades, Madam Dzifa Gomashie pledged the ministry’s full support.
She assured that the queens’ activities will be aligned with national tourism campaigns and other key initiatives to project Ghana’s heritage to the world.
The grand finale of the 69th edition, held under the theme: ‘Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy,’ saw Rumzia Sule, an International Relations student at the University of Cumbria, crowned Miss Ghana 2026.
She emerged victorious over 12 other contestants to claim the coveted national title.
Also honoured on the night were Fatimatu Zara Ishaku, a University of Ghana graduate, who placed as 1st Runner-Up, and Whitney Opoku Nketia, who was named 2nd Runner-Up.
Founded in 1957, the same year Ghana gained independence, Miss Ghana remains the nation’s oldest and most prestigious beauty pageant.
For 70 years, it has crowned women who have gone on to serve as ambassadors for Ghanaian culture, fashion, education, and social impact.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Award-winning reggae musician, Ras Kuuku, has released the official music video for his smash hit single, ‘Nea Aka.’
Directed and shot by Sky Gee, the captivating video features popular Ghanaian comedian, Oh Joo, and brings the song’s message of hope to life through powerful storytelling.
Performed in Twi, ‘Nea Aka’ translates to ‘What is left is far more.’ The song is an anthem of perseverance, faith, and optimism, urging listeners not to be defined by present struggles.
Ras Kuuku uses the track to remind fans that better days were ahead, blending soulful melodies with his signature reggae sound and conscious lyrics, the record speaks directly to anyone feeling discouraged or uncertain about the future.
“Life will always present challenges, but we must never allow today’s struggles to make us forget tomorrow’s possibilities,” Ras Kuuku said.
The visuals mirror the song’s theme, focusing on endurance, growth, and everyday people striving toward a brighter future.
Known for his authentic storytelling and socially conscious music, Ras Kuuku continues to cement his place as one of the most respected voices in African reggae, using his platform to inspire and uplift audiences in Ghana and beyond.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
