Entertainment
Ghana Tourism Authority launches Heritage Month
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has launched Heritage Month to project the country’s culture and sensitise Ghanaians to be proud of their cultural heritage.
Heritage Month for March would be expressed through culinary, fashion, arts exhibitions, and promotion of locally made products, among others.
Speaking at the launch on Monday, March 3, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GTA, Maame Efua Houadjeto, paid tribute to the country’s fore bearers who contributed immensely to preserving the past through their unique ways.
She said that it was because of them that today’s generation could celebrate where they have come from.
According to him, GTA’s domestic marketing campaign, See Ghana, Wear Ghana, Eat Ghana, Feel Ghana, and Experience Ghana, would be activated in various forms.
Against this backdrop, she touched on how the Black Star Experience would be Ghana’s unique tourism brand to impact the creative economy.
She said this would be achieved through carnivals, fashion festivals, concert party competitions, food fairs, film week, theatrical and drama performances, among others.
Outlining the activities for the Heritage Month, the Deputy CEO of GTA, Mr Gilbert Aggrey, aka Abeiku Santana, said all regional officers will go on media platforms across the country to champion the heritage month message.
He noted that the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) will also have a role to play in this initiative across the country.
Additionally, he revealed that there would be a ‘Made in Ghana Rave’ at Kwadaso in the Ahanti Region on March 6. He added that Akwaaba Festival would also take place at the National Theatre from March 6-8.
He further revealed that on March 14, the maiden Taste 68 Food fair would take place at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.
Director, Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President, Kofi Okyere-Darko said, he sees it as a laudable call as part of the Black Stars Experience which is aimed at creating an all year round calendar for the sector.
He noted that his outfit in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have urged missions abroad to wear Made-in-Ghana clothes for the entire month of March.
Mr.Kofi Okyere Darko charged the media to play at least 70 per cent Ghana music for the entire month.
Presidential Staffer for Black Stars Experience, Rex Omar, on his part, said this year’s Heritage Month is not just a celebration of the past but a call to action for the present and the future.
Entertainment
Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
