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Calista Amoateng named Tourism Ambassador …Ghana to host Miss Teen Tourism World 2023
• Chief of Staff and Calista Amoateng joined by parents
and other dignitaries to officially unveil her project
The Chief of Staff, Mrs. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare has conferred on Calista Amoateng Tourism Ambassador of Ghana , and called for support for her as Ghana hosts Miss Teen Tourism World Competition this year.
Calista Amoateng, last year hoisted the flag of Ghana high after overcoming other competing nationals to become the first Ghanaian and African to win Miss Teen Tourism World beauty pageant.
For this reason and August chalked by Calista, Ghana will host this year’s edition slated for August 1 – 20.
Against this backdrop, a ceremony was held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel on Sunday, January 8, to officially unveil Calista Amoateng’s Miss Teen Tourism World project and Ghana as host as well as to raise funds.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Chief of Staff, Mrs. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, said for such achievement at her age, and for projecting Ghana’s culture to the rest of the world, she conferred on Calista Amoateng the title of Tourism Ambassador of Ghana.
She commended Calista Amoateng for her choice of project which is focused on poverty eradication and youth empowerment as important and relevant topics.
She further stated that since Ghana is hosting this event it will boost the economy of the country and therefore urged all stakeholders to prepare and position themselves for the opportunities ahead.
Speaking to The Spectator, Calista expressed her appreciation to Ghanaians for the support, and promised to do everything in her capacity to project the culture of Ghana on every platform she is offered.
Stacey Amoateng, mother of Calista who has been her guide throughout this process revealed that the team is adequately putting all measures in place to host about 70 delegates from across the globe.
This notwithstanding, she called on benevolent individuals to come to their aid with support in any form for a befitting event.
In attendance were traditional leaders, Deputy Ministers and Heads of Institutions among other distinguished Ghanaians.
Also present were the bfather of Calista, ace broadcaster, Quophi Okyeame, Nana Ama McBrown, Obaapa Christy, Piesie Esther, Chief Operations Officer of Miss Tourism Ghana, Delphine Brew-Hammond, Miss Tourism Ghana Princesses, KK Fosu, Prophet Joseph Atarah, Charles Osei Asibe, Selasie Brown and Jayana among others.
Ghanaian music icon, Akwasi Poku Addae, known in Showbiz circles as Kwaisey Pee has honoured his promise to children suffering from cancer.
Ahead of his 25th anniversary event held at the D’ Icon Event Centre at East Legon last year, he made a promise to donate some funds to children suffering from cancer.
True to his word, the musician has recently made a donation of GHC50,000 to the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
He told the Ghanaian Times that children are so dear to him, and was optimistic the support would go a long way too impact lives.
The music dynamo also promised that the gesture will not be the last,” it will be a continuous feature from me.”
He also called on Ghanaians home and abroad to lend a helping hand to children suffering from cancer.
According to him, children with cancer have many needs, and a helping hands will go a long way ease the suffering.
“Cancer treatment is very expensive, and leaving that to parents of the children alone, will be a huge burden, with support from you and myself, we can make some changes in other people’s lives,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
In the ever-evolving journey of Ghanaian music, there are individuals whose contributions transcend the spotligh.
There are always men and women who work quietly yet powerfully to preserve culture, nurture legends, and keep the soul of the music alive across generations and borders.
One such figures is Jerry Amoah, widely known and affectionately called Nana Kobo.
This year, Ghana Music Awards-USA honours Jerry Amoah for his unwavering commitment to sustaining Ghanaian music, both at home and in the diaspora.
It is a recognition long deserved, a celebration of decades of passion, sacrifice, and cultural stewardship.
Jerry Amoah’s journey has never been about personal glory. Instead, it has been anchored in service: promoting Ghanaian sounds, advocating for artistes, and ensuring that the richness of Ghana’s musical heritage continues to resonate beyond national borders.
Through his tireless efforts, many Ghanaian musicians have found platforms, audiences, and renewed relevance, especially within Ghanaian communities abroad.
Central to his legacy is his steadfast support for gospel music and, in particular, his enduring association with legendary gospel icon Yaw Sarpong.
At times when gospel music needed champions, Jerry Amoah stood firm—protecting its values, amplifying its message, and honoring its pioneers. His respect for Yaw Sarpong is not merely professional; it reflects a deep appreciation for music as ministry, heritage, and moral compass.
Colleagues often describe Nana Kobo as a bridge—connecting generations, genres, and geographies.
He understands that Ghanaian music is not just entertainment, but identity. Through festivals, promotions, mentorship, and behind-the-scenes advocacy, he has helped ensure that Ghana’s rhythms, lyrics, and spiritual expressions remain relevant in a globalized world.
As Ghana Music Awards-USA prepares to bestow this honour, it is not simply recognizing one man—it is saluting a lifetime of dedication to culture, faith, and music.
Jerry Amoah’s story reminds us that true impact is measured not by applause, but by legacy.
And in the story of Ghanaian music, Nana Kobo’s legacy is written in bold, enduring notes.
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