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First Lady of Ghana, Costa Rica Vice President to attend 2021 GUBA awards
Ghana’s First Lady, Mrs Rebecca Akufo-Addo and the Vice President of Costa Rica, H.E Epsy Alejandra Campbell Barr, will both attend the 2021 Ghana UK-Based Achievement(GUBA) awards in Accra.
The awards to be held on November 8, 2021, will mark a centenary of the passage and resilience of Nana Yaa Asantewaa, the influential warrior and Queen mother of Ejisu, who led an Asante army against the British.
The confirmation from the two high profile dignitaries, was followed by earlier confirmations of attendance by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
“The First Lady has officially responded in a letter to our invitation to participate in the awards including some other notable dignitaries that we have so far invited. The list of high profile dignitaries is growing by the day,” GUBA Enterprise’s President and CEO, Dentaa Amoateng MBE indicated.
The confirmation of attendance by the First Lady, according to GUBA’s President and CEO, “goes a long way to affirm the importance the she attaches to issues concerning women and the need for them to be recognized at all levels.”
“The First Lady believes that this year’s award which is to celebrate the role of women and how courageous and resilience they have been especially in this pandemic and in the last century, resonates with the event’s theme, “Celebrating a Symbol of Courage and Resilience,”Dentaa Amoateng MBE noted.
2021 marks exactly 100 years of the death of Yaa Asantewaa, the last African woman to lead a major war against colonial powers in 1900, where she played the role of the Commander-in-Chief of the powerful Asante Empire.
These events will observe an important moment in African history, one that is unique regarding the relations between the Republic of Ghana and the Republic of Seychelles and is expected to host high-profile personalities from the diaspora.
While celebrating Yaa Asantewaa, the awards will recognise the contribution of Black women in the diaspora and Africa also.
The 2021 GUBA Awards will also raise awareness on maternal mortality and call for measures to ensure safe child delivery across the continent.
Ms Angel Adjei-Yeboah has been crowned winner of the maiden edition of the Miss Teen Western pageant, emerging top at a colourful grand finale held on May 23, 2026.
She beats off keen competition from a pool of talented contestants to secure the crown, with Alberta Yaaba Ackah finishing as first runner-up, Edith Nico placing second runner-up, Margaret Yaa Ankomah as third runner-up, and Cindy Anderson Bondzie as fourth runner-up.
The grand finale marked the climax of weeks of intensive grooming, cultural exposure and community engagement activities by the contestants, organised by Carilex Productions.
Before the finals, contestants undertook a cultural and educational tour to the Bisa Abrewa Museum in Nkontompo, Sekondi-Takoradi, as part of efforts to enrich their understanding of Ghana’s history and identity.
Madam Princess Antwi, Chief Executive Officer of Carilex Productions, described the maiden edition as a success, noting that it had laid a strong foundation for nurturing talent while also creating awareness about drug abuse and HIV/AIDS.
“This maiden edition has been a remarkable journey, and we are proud of how far these young ladies have come. It has never been just about beauty, but about building confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of identity,” she said.
According to Madam Antwi, the pageant seeks to raise a new generation of young leaders who are grounded in Ghanaian values and prepared to contribute meaningfully to national development.
“These young girls are the future, and through this platform, we are equipping them with the knowledge, confidence and voice to make a difference in their communities and beyond,” she stated.
Ms Adjei-Yeboah is expected to champion initiatives focused on youth development, education, and cultural promotion as part of her reign.
The Miss Teen Western pageant seeks to provide a platform for young girls to discover their potential, build confidence, and contribute meaningfully to society. –GNA
Ms Angel Adjei-Yeboah has been crowned winner of the maiden edition of the Miss Teen Western pageant, emerging top at a colourful grand finale held on May 23, 2026.
She beats off keen competition from a pool of talented contestants to secure the crown, with Alberta Yaaba Ackah finishing as first runner-up, Edith Nico placing second runner-up, Margaret Yaa Ankomah as third runner-up, and Cindy Anderson Bondzie as fourth runner-up.
The grand finale marked the climax of weeks of intensive grooming, cultural exposure and community engagement activities by the contestants, organised by Carilex Productions.
Before the finals, contestants undertook a cultural and educational tour to the Bisa Abrewa Museum in Nkontompo, Sekondi-Takoradi, as part of efforts to enrich their understanding of Ghana’s history and identity.
Madam Princess Antwi, Chief Executive Officer of Carilex Productions, described the maiden edition as a success, noting that it had laid a strong foundation for nurturing talent while also creating awareness about drug abuse and HIV/AIDS.
“This maiden edition has been a remarkable journey, and we are proud of how far these young ladies have come. It has never been just about beauty, but about building confidence, discipline, and a strong sense of identity,” she said.
According to Madam Antwi, the pageant seeks to raise a new generation of young leaders who are grounded in Ghanaian values and prepared to contribute meaningfully to national development.
“These young girls are the future, and through this platform, we are equipping them with the knowledge, confidence and voice to make a difference in their communities and beyond,” she stated.
Ms Adjei-Yeboah is expected to champion initiatives focused on youth development, education, and cultural promotion as part of her reign.
The Miss Teen Western pageant seeks to provide a platform for young girls to discover their potential, build confidence, and contribute meaningfully to society. –GNA
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