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Fiifi Coleman Production launches Private Actors Welfare Scheme
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Ghanaian actor and entrepreneur, Fiifi Coleman, through his Fiifi Coleman Productions has launched a Private Actors Welfare Scheme (PAWS).
The initiative which is to cushion actors in times of difficulties is championed by Fiifi Coleman, in partnership with Hollard Insurance.
Speaking at the launch which took place on Saturday, January 4, Fiifi Coleman said, actors bring joy, laughter, tears and inspiration to people but for too long their stories have ended sadly.
He said these stories of aging actors battling with ill-health, struggling to afford a comfortable living among others must be a thing of the past.
He said this is a failure of an industry to protect its own, and a failure of a community to ensure the hands that built their dream does not crumble in despair, “but today, we say enough is enough, today, we reclaim our narrative, today I present to you the Private Actors Welfare Scheme (PAWS).”
According to him, “we are stepping into an era, an era where are futures are not left to chance but secured by the very industry we dedicated our lives to.”
He noted that this scheme was more than a financial security, adding that it was dignity, respect and above all it provides hope.
Fiifi Coleman concluded by saying that the scheme would ensure that their journey ends in beauty and not despair.
On her part, Eunice Etornam Owusu, the Group Business and Partnership Manager of Hollard Insurance, interacted with the actors on modalities of the scheme and assured them of a secured future under the scheme.
The launch which was also a dinner for the actors was graced by amazing personalities such as Adwoa Smart, Akofa Edjeani, George Quaye, Mawuli Semevor, Vivian Opare, Amankwah Ampofo, Pascaline Edwards, Ken Fiati, Oscar Provencal, Naa Ashorkor, Salinko, Abeiku Sagoe, Edinam Atatsi, Fred Amugi, Nii Saka Brown, and Quappiah, among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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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