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Patriotism doesn’t go out of fashion – Emelia Arthur
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Made-In-Ghana Campaign Ambassador, singer and television show host, Ms Emelia Arthur, has said that patriotism never goes out of fashion and that’s a certainty every Ghanaian must keep in mind as Ghana Month is widely marked in March.
In a statement to remind all to regard patronage of Ghanaian goods and services as an act of patriotism, Ms Arthur pointed out that people may decide to express love for their country in many different ways but deliberately go in for stuff made or served by our people is indicative of national loyalty.
Ms Arthur observed that national pride is tied to the level of support we offer to various spheres of production, which also impact the standard of living and general welfare of citizens. To bypass what is good and made by ourselves for what comes from elsewhere is, therefore, a miscalculation of loyalty.
According to her, there are adequate substitutes for many of the things we import. She pointed out that it was time for all to patronise what is produced here for the countless benefits we stand to gain from such a move.
“Loving one’s country should be an everyday affair. It cannot be expressed in only one particular month in a year. So Ghana Month to me, is just symbolic of the national identity we want for ourselves and how that in turn helps bolster our efforts in other areas,” she said.
Being closely connected with food through her television show and her desire to see more Ghanaians go in for local produce, she last December organised a Made-In-Ghana dinner in Accra which went down well with guests. Items on the menu included appraisal with crabs, various rice dishes, ampisi, gari foto and other delicious delicacies.
The Made-In-Ghana Campaign Ambassador noted that apart from our food and clothing items which must always be patronised, there is a vast array of other things such as beaded jewellery and other fashion accessories, furniture, woven baskets and toiletries which are of excellent quality and which we must buy regularly to demonstrate patriotism.
Ms Arthur host of the cooking programme on Homebase TV won the Culinary/Cooking Programme of the Year trophy at the Adonko 2022 RTP Awards.
Ghana Month is a campaign in March to coincide with the nation’s Independence celebrations.
The aim is mainly to promote the country’s local products and services and also to recognise its rich cultural heritage.
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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