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2nd Ghana Modelling and Fashion Awards held in Accra
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Ms Larkuor(middle) in a pose with other guests at the event
The second edition of the Ghana Modeling and Fashion Awards was held in Accra last Saturday.
A host of models, fashion icons , designers and other distinguished stakeholders in the fashion and tourism industry gathered to cele¬brate distinguished person-alities, who contributed to the growth of the modeling and fashion industry in Ghana within the year under review.
Speaking to The Spectator at the event, the Chief Ex¬ecutive Officer (CEO) for the awards Miss Larkuor Adjartey said this year’s event was exciting as many thronged the venue to make a huge statement as far as fashion was concerned.
She said, they also made few changes to this year’s event with the addition of four more categories includ¬ing the Fashion CEO, Fashion School, Fashion Show/Event and Dance Influencer in Fash¬ion in order to give room for more fashion sectors to be recognised.
She commended sponsors and partners for collaborat¬ing and ensuring a successful event while congratulating winners for their efforts.
The Male Model of the Year went to Leopard Kwao, with other winners including Candy’s Makeup & Artistry as the Makeup Artist of the Year, Braids by Loverossy as Hair¬stylist of the Year and GNTDA Fashion 360 as the Fashion Show/Event of the Year.
Others are Charthess School of Fashion as Fashion School of the Year, Mr Kellgh as Dance Influencer in Fash¬ion, Boss Taylor as Emerging Designer and Dema Models as Modeling Agency of the Year.
The rest are Elise Abbiw as Discovery Model of the Year and MD Fashion as Fash¬ion Designer of the Year.
Special honorary awards were presented to the Late Ricci Ossei as Fashion Leg¬end, Anita Ofori as Out¬standing Top Model and Abbi Creation as Lifetime Achieve-ment in Fashion Design.
The rest are Wendy L’ar¬tisane as Lifetime Achieve¬ment in Accessory Design, Da Therapizt as Fashion Styl¬ist and Harriet Alubankudi as Plus size Model.
The rest are Brandina Djagba Hukporti as Brand Influencer in made-in-Gha¬na Products and Regina Adu Safowaah as Fashion Entre¬preneur.
By Michael D. Abayateye
It was a night of intellect, eloquence and culture as contestants of the 2026 Miss Tourism Ghana took centre stage at the Coconut Grove Regency Hotel for the Debate and Culture Night last Saturday.
The event, which forms part of activities leading up to the grand finale, saw the ladies move beyond beauty to battle with ideas, facts and opinions on a topic critical to the tourism industry.
The contestants debated the topic: The Importance of Traditional and Digital Media on Promotion of Tourism.
For the debate, the contestants were grouped into two teams of four, each tasked with defending a side of the argument.
It was a fierce but respectful exchange. The team arguing for traditional media described it as the trust builder, emphasising its credibility, mass reach, and its power to tell in-depth, emotional stories through television documentaries, radio and newspaper features.
They argued that traditional media still shapes public opinion and influences policy decisions in the tourism sector.
On the other side, the proponents of digital media raised salient points about its unmatched advantages in the modern era.
They highlighted its global reach at low cost, its two-way interaction that allows tourists to share real experiences and reviews, its ability to target specific audiences, and its measurable results where clicks, views and bookings can be tracked.
After heated arguments and rebuttals, both teams arrived at a powerful consensus that drew applause from the audience.
They concluded that without traditional media, tourism promotion lacks credibility and depth, and without digital media, it lacks reach, engagement and sales.
The judges and patrons agreed that the debate underscored a crucial lesson for Ghana’s tourism drive: for a country blessed with rich cultural heritage, colourful festivals, historic forts and castles, diverse wildlife and pristine beaches, the winning formula lies in combining the storytelling power of traditional media with the viral power of digital media to attract both domestic and international tourists.
The night was not only about debate, as the contestants also dazzled in cultural wear, showcasing the beauty and diversity of Ghanaian culture.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Veteran Ghanaian Actress Grace Nortey has reportedly passed away on Wednesday August 26, 2026.
According to reports she passed away at University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) at age 89.
Born in 1937, she embarked on her acting journey in 1970, establishing herself as one of the pioneers of theatre and drama in Ghana.
Over four decades, Grace Nortey has been a consistent source of joy for Ghanaian TV audiences through her acting prowess.
A distinctive feature of Grace Nortey’s performances was her adept incorporation of the Ga language into her roles, adding an authentic touch to her portrayals.
Her acting journey kicked off with the 1985 release, “Nana Akoto,” and she went on to contribute to notable films such as “Sinking Sands,” “The Other Side of the Rich,” “Ties that Bind,” and “Beasts of No Nation,” where she shared the screen with Idris Elba, Fred Amugi, and Ama K. Abebrese.
She earned the Best Cameo Actress at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.
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