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Happy FM’s Mass Wedding recognised at awards ceremony

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Bridget Mensah (middle) receiving the award from the organisers

Bridget Mensah (middle) receiving the award from the organisers

Happy fm, organisers of the very popular Hap­py Mass Wedding have received Life Achievement Awards at the prestigious African Wedding Vendors Awards 2023 held on Sep­tember 14 in Accra.

The Happy FM Mass Wedding is a fully spon­sored community invest­ment initiative which unites would-be couples and sanctify their marriages.

The mass wedding has made a profound impact by establishing solid foun­dations through premarital counseling sessions on cru­cial matters in marriages, earning the recent recog­nition.

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The second edition of the awards celebrated out­standing vendors who ex­celled in the event industry. It also provided a platform for African vendors, inves­tors and industry experts to discuss strategies for economic growth and event coordination while shaping the African narrative and showcasing the continent’s successes and solutions.

Head of Public Rela­tions, Brands and Market­ing Unit at Global Media Allaince Broadcasting Company, Bridget Mensah after receiving the awards expressed gratitude to the organisers for recognizing the efforts of the station.

She said for the past 16 years, Happy FM had fulfilled its social responsi­bility by helping numerous couples realise their dream of a blissful and befitting marriage.

“Over 16 years now we have married over 600 couples. The Happy FM Mass Wedding Ceremony has proved to be one of the best initiatives we have ever brought to life and it always feels so fulfilling seeing the faces of these beautiful couples swamped with smiles as we join them in holy matrimony.’”

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“This is all part of our motivation to keep this going for as long as we can. We are grateful to the organisers of this award scheme for recognising us,” she said.

By Michael D. Abayateye

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Miss Tourism Ghana contestants battle out on Debate and Culture Night 

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Miss Tourism queens displaying thier culture

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.

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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.

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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.

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By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme 

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Grace Nortey dies at age 89

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The late Grace Nortey

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.

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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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