Entertainment
Cuba Embassy screens ‘Inocencia’ to UG students
The Cuba Embassy in Ghana last Friday, screened a movie titled ‘Inocencia’ (Innocence) for students and lecturers from the University of Ghana, Legon.
The event was part of activities to mark the Cuba Culture Day celebrations which was attended by students and lecturers from the Spanish, French and Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy.
Other activities scheduled for the celebrations include a gathering of Cubans living in Ghana, premiering of movies on Pan African TV among others.
Mrs Anette Chao Garcia, the Cuban Ambassador to Ghana, said the movie was based on a true-life story about eight students of medicine assassinated based on disinformation about them in Havana, Cuba in 1871.
The Ambassador said among other things, that the movie was to teach the students about honesty and truthfulness, no matter the circumstances.
Ms Benedicta Lomotey, the Director, Centre for Latin American Studies, UG, said the school had collaborated with the embassy on several programmess and therefore deemed it important to participate in such a historic event.
Ms Lomotey said Ghana and Cuba had similar historical cultural antecedents especially in slave trade and that motivated them to participate in the programme to learn more.
“This goes a long way to strengthen the cordial cooperation and diplomacy between the two countries. It also stands to strengthen the diplomacy between Ghana and Cuba.”
Yaa Kume Kyereme, a student and Nana Serwah Bediako, a National Service Person, shared their experiences with The Spectator after the event.
“We must speak out because social justice is a must for all in any given society,” they stressed.
The embassy conducted a quiz to test the knowledge of students in music, sports, politics, painting, history, geography, among others with prizes given to winners.
By Victor A. Buxton
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
Entertainment
Miss Tourism Ghana 2024 thrills the world at Miss Orient Tourism Global
2024 Miss Tourism Ghana, Lawrencia Ama Yeboah, thrilled the world with breathtaking performances at the recently concluded Miss Orient Tourism Global pageant in Malaysia.
Her mind-blowing performance earned her the 2nd runner-up slot and other accolades at Miss Orient Tourism.
Miss Orient Tourism Global is a beauty pageant focused on promoting tourism and celebrating global unity and cultural diversity.
Speaking to The Spectator after the event, Miss Tourism 2024, Lawrencia Ama Yeboah said, it is a dream come true and honour to represent her beloved Ghana on a global stage.
She said, from “May 18 to 24, I immersed myself in the vibrant culture of Malaysia for the Miss Orient Tourism Global pageant, and I’m thrilled to share that I’ve returned home as the Second Runner-Up. It was an absolute dream come true, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we, as Ghana, achieved.
According to her, the week was a whirlwind of unforgettable moments,adding that they kicked things off with glamorous evening gown and swimwear photoshoots, which were her first real taste of the international spotlight.
“However,it was during the National Costume competition that my heart truly swelled with pride. I poured my soul into showcasing Ghana’s rich heritage, and standing there in our beautiful traditional attire, I was absolutely ecstatic to be named the First Runner-Up for Best National Costume.It felt like a win for every Ghanaian, a testament to our incredible artistry,” she revealed.
Recounting how her experience commenced, she told the paper “Our journey took us from the historical charm of Melaka to the bustling energy of Kuala Lumpur, where we settled into the luxurious Royal Chulan Damansara. The excitement continued at the KL Gateway Mall, where subsidiary awards were presented. I was genuinely humbled and delighted to be awarded Miss Crowning Glory.”
The grand finale on May 23,2025 was electrifying considering the fierce competition, however, Miss Tourism Ghana became overjoyed to win another sash as the Second Runner-Up Miss Photogenic, proving that Ghana’s beauty truly shines.
Excitement reached its crescendo when she was called again as the overall Second Runner-Up of Miss Orient Tourism Global.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Miss Tourism Ghana Organisation, Mrs. Delphine Brew-Hammond, expressed appreciation to GTP, Tang Palace Hotel, NASCO, Kaya Tours, Lush Hair, and Max Beauty, among others, for helping project Ghana’s cultural heritage on the international stage.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
