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Jemima Nyamewaa crowned Miss Tourism Ghana
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Twnety-five- year-old, Jemima Nyamewaa Akpandja, a final year student of University of Education (UEW), and a native of Oti Region who represented the Bono Region was crowned Miss Tourism Ghana 2021, at the National Theatre in Accra last Friday.
For her package, Ms.Akpandja would represent Ghana on the international stage, get monthly allowance together with airtime, monthly styling, national tour and receive hampers from sponsors.
Also, she would have her wardrobe stocked by GTP for a year, spend night at 5-Star Hotel, prize from NASCO Electricals, takee meals at 5-Star and 4-Star hotels, Spa treatment at Seera Beauty Medical Aesthetic Institute and Makeup package from Max International Beauty.
A graduate of the University of Ghana, Caroline Naa Nunoo, and Millicent Awiendi of Feulme Services and Engineering Limitedwho represented the North East and Volta regions emerged first and second runners-up.
They would also represent Miss Tourism in other International competitions and enjoy monthly allowances, souvenirs and other packages from sponsors.
Ahead of the final showdown, the contestants engaged in Culture Day Competition, Debate, Regional Cooking Contest, GTP Fashion Show and Read Ghana Night among others.
The night started with a choreography from the contestants followed by Regional Specific, where all the 16 finalists took their turn on the stage to sell the tourism potentials of the regions they represented.
Following that, patrons enjoyed an action packed talent show from contestants, which led to the selection of final five leading to the announcement of the ultimate winner.
Speaking to The Spectator after the event, Director of Operations at Miss Tourism Ghana, Madam Delphine Brew-Hammond, expressed her appreciation to the sponsors and well-wishers for a successful programme.
She said, there was more after the event, as the Princess would be embarking on their projects.
On the night, there were other awards such as the Miss Culture, Miss Civic, Miss Catwalk, Miss Clear Skin, and Miss Eloquent among others.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Ghanaian musician Ezecheal Kwasi Asimeng Frimpong, popularly known as Ancienth has released a new Palmwine single titled ‘Asukese Abena’.
The song is a celebration of love, culture, and the timeless wisdom embedded in Ghana’s traditional way of life.
According to him, the project is meant to remind people that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past.
“Through this project, I want people to understand that Palmwine music is not a relic of the past, it is a living heritage that still speaks powerfully to the present,” he said.
Ancienth traces his journey in Palmwine music to the pioneering work of Kwame Asare, also known as Jacob Sam, and the Kumasi Trio. He credits them with laying the foundation for one of Ghana’s most important musical traditions, a path that later generations continue to walk.
“I entered this space because I believe every nation must protect its cultural voice,” Ancienth explained, adding that “Palmwine music carries our stories, values, humour, history, and identity. Preserving it is not only a musical responsibility but also a cultural one.”
The musician described the journey as rewarding but challenging, noting that traditional music often receives less attention and investment compared to mainstream genres.
To strengthen the space, he is calling for greater support from the media, cultural institutions, educational bodies, and the public.
“My appeal to Ghanaians is simple, support indigenous music, because when a people lose their cultural sound, they gradually lose part of their identity,” he added.
As a torchbearer of Palmwine Music, Ancienth says his mission is to honour the legacy of the pioneers while introducing Palmwine music to new generations and audiences across the world.
Asukese Abena is now available on all digital platforms, including YouTube
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of celebrated visual artist and Guinness World Record holder Sharon Dede Padi, popularly known as Padiki.
In a statement signed on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto, the Authority said Padiki’s passing was a painful loss to Ghana’s tourism and creative sectors, as well as the nation at large.
“Padiki was more than a Guinness World Record holder. She was a beacon of resilience, determination, creativity, and youthful excellence whose remarkable achievement brought pride not only to herself and her family but also to Ghana,” the statement said.
It added that through her determination to dream big and push boundaries, she inspired countless young people to believe that passion, perseverance and hard work could make the impossible possible.
The Authority said Ghana had lost “one of its brightest ambassadors whose story embodied the spirit of innovation, excellence, and the boundless potential of our people”.
Maame Efua Houadjeto, together with the management and staff of the GTA, extended condolences to Padiki’s family, friends and loved ones, as well as all those inspired by her journey.
