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ABA collaborates with France Embassy to combat sexual exploitation
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The Africa Breaking Academy (ABA) with support from the French Embassy in Ghana through the Dwabo Small grants Programme 2021, has begun a break dance community outreach programme to control the extent of sex exploitation in some communities across Ghana.
The programme titled, Afro Break Championship ‘Africa Is the Future’ (AITF) and centered on the theme; Promoting Breakdance to Combat Sexual Exploitation”.
The ABA will visit a total of 20 communities across the country to educate, entertain, and harness talents as a means to bring the phenomenon under control.
The project is divided into two, Phase one is AITF Community Outreach which has already commenced at Korle Gonno in the Greater Accra Region. Other communities to be visited by the team include, Nima, Labadi, James Town and Dansoman.
The target group would be taken through an international standard break dance training session once a week for a period of four weeks in order to build their capacity ahead of the upcoming 2022 AfroBreak Championship to be held in Ghana.
This would be followed by a dance sport competition like Paris 2024 Olympics Through a capacity building lecture, participants would be enlightened on the effects of sexual exploitation, and educated on how they can develop and commercialise their break dance skills.
Their goal is to reach an average of 100 persons per community while considering a maximum of 500 persons and more.
Afro Break Championship is Ghana’s first International Break Dance Championship which will host professional dance athletes from Africa and the diaspora including Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Niger, Senegal, France, Mali, Netherland and many others.
The Blood Crew, a Ghanaian contemporary gospel music group based in Kumasi, celebrated its 10th anniversary in ministry with a special cake-cutting ceremony during the Grace Concert held at Gracefields Chapel, Havlah Temple, Ahodwo.
The celebration formed part of the group’s annual live recording event, ‘The Blood Effect’, which brought together thousands of worshippers, gospel music lovers, ministers, and invited guests for an unforgettable night of worship and live music recording.
The anniversary cake was officially cut by the Founder and Music Director of the group, David Nana Bonsu, popularly known as Nana Quophi, together with Rev. Simon Ampofo, shortly after the first session of live recordings featuring newly composed songs and selected old compilations.
The ceremony was witnessed by alumni members, current team members, invited gospel artistes, instrumentalists, management, and worshippers who gathered to celebrate the milestone achievement of the ministry.
The occasion marked 10 years of The Blood Crew’s contribution to gospel music ministry, worship, fellowship, evangelism, mentorship, and youth impact through music.
Members of the group used the opportunity to reflect on their journey over the years and expressed gratitude to God for sustaining the ministry and helping them remain impactful.
The event featured ministrations from UK-based Ghanaian gospel artiste Emmanuel Gyamfi, Pastor Edwin Dadson, Team Eternity Ghana, Manuel Tuffour, Joshua Ahenkorah, and Yefter Nkansah.
The group described the anniversary celebration as a moment of thanksgiving, reflection, and renewed commitment to continue impacting lives through gospel music and worship ministry.
Over the years, The Blood Crew’s annual ‘The Blood Effect’ live recording event has grown into a recognized platform for worship, spiritual impact, and gospel music ministry in Kumasi and beyond.
This year’s edition uniquely combined live recordings with the group’s 10th anniversary celebration, making it one of the most memorable editions since the ministry began.
By Spectator Reporter
Contrary to the belief that winning an award elevates an actor to an almost ‘godlike’ status, Ghanaian actor Melvin Dain holds a different view.
According to him, accolades were important, but they do not define the true essence of an actor.
Speaking ahead of the Ghana Movie Awards scheduled for tomorrow, Dain emphasised that awards should be seen as recognition rather than a measure of ultimate worth.
“I don’t think awards define who an actor is; however, I believe they provide recognition and validate an actor’s performances in the industry,” he said.
The actor has been nominated in two categories; Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Discovery Actor of the Year, a milestone he describes as both encouraging and humbling.
“Being recognised at this stage means a lot to me. It tells me that the work I’m putting in is being seen, and that alone is encouraging,” he noted.
Reflecting on his journey, Dain said the nominations have offered him the opportunity to appreciate his growth in the industry.
“It reminds me of where I’m coming from and how far I’ve come. It also gives me more reason to keep pushing, to keep learning and to keep growing as an actor,” he added.
Despite the recognition, the actor remains grounded, acknowledging the stiff competition in both categories.
He described his chances of winning as evenly balanced, given the calibre of nominees.
“Looking at the names on the list, I will say it’s a 50/50 chance. Some of these people are my idols, and just being in the same category with them is a humbling moment for me,” he said.
He added, “the nominations represent more than just a shot at winning; they affirm my rise in the industry and reinforces my commitment to excellence.”
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
