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Calista Amoateng named Tourism Ambassador …Ghana to host Miss Teen Tourism World 2023
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• 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.
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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