Entertainment
Miss Tourism Ghana honours contestants, designers, makeup artists
Reining Miss Tourism Ghana receives her monthly allowance
cheque from Mrs.Delphine Brew-Hammond
For the thirteenth year, the Miss Tourism Ghana Organisation has hosted a prize giving ceremony for all stakeholders who contributed immensely to the success of this year’s event.
Those honoured at the awards party held in Accra on Sunday were contestants, photographers, delivery team, chefs, fashion designers, makeup artists, and sponsors.
Miss Christabel Nhyira Agyepong, the winner, Miss Wendy Mwimsun Wanye, the 1st Princess, and Comfort Yaa Boatemaa Abbey, the 2nd Princess, each took home a monthly allowance, a monthly data allowance, a monthly hair care allowance, and a year’s supply of GTP fabrics with covered cost for design and sewing.
They also took home hampers from Lele, Caveman Watch, Max Beauty Products, and overnight stays at 5-star hotels, including Accra City Hotel, Labadi Beach Hotel, Lancaster Accra, Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Tang Palace Hotel, and the Royal Senchi Hotel and Resort.
The 2nd Princess, Comfort Yaa Boatemaa Abbey, took home $100 for winning the Miss Read Competition, sponsored by Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond and Labadi Beach Hotel, in addition to GH₵1,000 from Esinam Awunyo, Miss Tourism Ghana 2012, for beating her competitors in the Miss Specific Tourism Contest.
The 1st Princess, Wendy Mwimsun Wanye, took home $100 for winning Miss Civic/Personality, sponsored by the McCabe Foundation.
The Queen, Christabel Nhyira Agyepong, who also won Miss Talent, took home GH₵1,000.00, sponsored by the People’s Pension Trust for winning Miss Eloquent, and a rice cooker for winning Miss Regional Presentation sponsored by Onga, as well as a night stay at the Tang Palace Hotel.
Edwina Blankson and Naa Ardua Tackie, who made it to the top five, each won rice from Onga. Miss Tackie, who also won Miss Entrepreneur, was awarded a weekend stay at the Lancaster Accra Hotel with full complements.
Additionally, Miss Blankson won Miss Vote and earned two nights at the Accra City Hotel with full complements.
While Miss Fashion Show, Zuweiratu Bubbey, won a night’s stay at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Miss Fitness, Erica Bazongoly, won a Documentary Video Shoot with Loyce Fitness.
Careen Naa Koshie Lamptey won an overnight stay at the Accra City Hotel with full complements.
All participants, including makeup artists and designers, received certificates for participation and hampers from sponsors.
The Chief Executive Officer of Miss Tourism Ghana, Mrs Delphine Brew-Hammond, expressed appreciation to the Member of Parliament for Kpando, Della Sowah, staff and all stakeholders for their continuous support.
She further expressed her gratitude to other sponsors including MJ Grand Hotel, Darling Hair, Happy Man Bitters, Ethiopian Airlines, DEKS Educational Institute, Spangles, Douglas Court, HAG Hospital and Fertility Centre, and JP Luxury Homes for helping to showcase Ghana’s tourism potential.
Entertainment
The DebbyQueen Talk Show returns with Powerful New Seasons from today
The highly anticipated DebbyQueen Talkshow is set to premiere Season 5 this month on Lifestyle TV, promising viewers an even deeper dive into the inspiring, emotional, and transformative stories that have made the show a must-watch across Africa.
For global viewers, episodes will be available on the DebbyQueen TV YouTube Premium, Instagram, and Facebook, featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
Hosted by the charismatic and insightful Mrs. Deborah Borketey-Tackie (DebbyQueen), the talkshow has built a reputation for its raw, unfiltered conversations with some of Africa’s most influential personalities. From entrepreneurs and activists to artists and change-makers, each episode delivers powerful life lessons, vulnerability, and motivation.
This season’s release marks a bold step forward for the show, featuring enhanced storytelling, new segments, and even more gripping interviews. Mrs. Borketey-Tackie has curated a lineup of guests whose journeys, filled with struggle, resilience, and triumph, will leave audiences inspired and empowered.
From Pascal Amanfo (award-winning film director) to Whitney Boakey-Mensah (women’s health advocate), Mrs. Mary Amoah (an autistic mother’s journey), Atinganma Talata (an Endometriosis survivor), each guest will share untold stories of setbacks and comebacks.
Focus on Youth & Entrepreneurship, with Africa’s next generation in mind, the show will feature young innovators, startup founders, and thought leaders sharing practical advice on business, leadership, and overcoming adversity.
This season’s production is proudly supported by an impressive roster of leading brands, reflecting the show’s growing influence and commercial appeal.
La-Palm Royal Beach Hotel, the venue sponsor, takes center stage as the headline sponsor.
Other major sponsors include HM Life Mixture reinforcing its commitment to health and wellness, Wilmar Africa producers of Frytol cooking oil, JAMAA Detergent, and Fortune Spread showing support towards entrepreneurship and youth empowerment.
Bel-Aqua Mineral Water and Bel Beverages serve as the official hydration partners, ensuring premium refreshments for guests and crew. Ghandour Cosmetics enhances the glamour with professional beauty services.
Additional supporting partners include our fabric sponsors: Mabelina Fabrics, Trinity Kente, Lana Fabrics, Fabric Lot Gh. Ahlai Maadai Enterprise and Hair sponsors: Hair Logistics Gh, Look Afriq, and Hairytales.
The culinary experience is elevated by EzyGrab Gh. and Randa Cakes & More as the official food sponsors for the crew and guests.
Additional support comes from Soul Impact Family Production, the lighting and stage partner, Akenteng Furniture, providing sofas for the set, and Sweet Aroma Print, in charge of all branding and print materials.
Thanks to the backing of these premium sponsors, the show has undergone significant upgrades in production.
The set design at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel exudes sophistication, featuring multi-camera cinematic techniques that rival international talkshows. The inclusion of professional makeup stations by Vendajules Slay World, Glorigels World, KL Makeover and Amy’s Ethicon ensures host and guests look their best.
The DebbyQueen Talkshow has become more than just a TV program, it’s a cultural movement. By blending authentic African storytelling with universal themes of resilience, the show has captured audiences beyond Ghana, including viewers in Sierra Leone, Liberia, South Africa, Canada, and the diaspora.
Media analysts praise its unique approach where vulnerability meets empowerment and its ability to spark meaningful conversations about success, mental health, and personal growth.
“This season is about truth, transformation, and triumph,” says Mrs. Deborah Borketey-Tackie.
“We are not just sharing stories, we are changing mindsets. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone looking for hope, these episodes will speak to you,” she concluded
Entertainment
Nana Jesse releases prayer song from Upper Room Experience concert
Kumasi-based gospel singer Nana Jesse, known in showbiz circles as Sylvester Gyasi, has released a prayer song from the Upper Room Experience Concert.
The song, titled ‘let your will be my will’, reflects Nana Jesse’s heartfelt surrender to God, expressing his dependency on divine guidance.
Through soul-stirring lyrics and a harmonious chorus, he and his accompanying musicians declared their submission to God’s will, reaffirming their trust in His direction.
Released on Friday, May 30, the song is already resonating with listeners, gaining more views on YouTube within days of its debut.
Fans have praised its uplifting message and the rich blend of voices that bring the prayer to life.
‘Let your will be my will’ was carefully arranged by Nana Jesse, Nana Kofi Junior, and Moses Boadu, ensuring a powerful and spiritually enriching experience for all.
With its heartfelt lyrics and inspiring melodies, it is set to bless many across different walks of life, offering a reminder of faith, surrender, and divine purpose.
The official song is available now on YouTube.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
