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Miss Musilimah Ghana beauty pageant launched
A maiden beauty pageant aimed at projecting Islamic values, dubbed Miss Musilimah Ghana (MMG) 2020 has officially been launched.
The event which will draw participation from all sects of young Muslim women was launched at the Accra City Hotel formerly NOVOTEL, last Saturday.
Participants are expected to be between the ages of 18 and 29 years to celebrate beauty, fashion and style in Islamic perspective.
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Executive Officer of Miss Musilimah Ghana, Ms Hawa Alidu said the pageant had nothing to do with nudity or any form of indecent dressing.
She said as part of positive reflection, it would showcase Islamic teachings and values, as well as exhibit the essence of hijab as a symbol of modesty and privacy.
Ms Hawa Alidu said, potential contestants should first seek the permission of their parents, and have background in Islamic teachings before acquiring the forms for the audition which is expected to start on September 5, ahead of the main event in October, 2020.
As part of activities, there would be photoshoot, video presentation, fun parks, educational activities, among other exciting programmes which would positively impact the lives of contestants.
She said the platform would be used as an avenue to help young Muslim women contribute to community and national development through humanitarian services.
The crown for the pageant which has the crescent moon and stars, a key symbol of Islam embossed on it was unveiled at the launch.
The chairperson for the occasion was the Marketing and Media Relations Manager of Electroland Ghana and CEO of Kuburah Diamonds, Mrs Adizah Kuburah Sadiq, who urged all Muslims to support such a worthy initiative to project Islamic values among the youth.
Mrs Sadiq who is also a Zongo women activist said MMG would afford young Muslim women the rare platform to bring out their best and positively impact society.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Veteran Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has announced a new initiative aimed at engaging teachers and students through music and creativity.
The award winning artiste in a social media post revealed that the “Clap Challenge” will begin this week, starting with schools across the country.
He explained that the challenge will require a teacher together with students to record a video of themselves singing his “Clap” song.
According to him, the video must be lively and engaging to stand a chance of winning.
He stated that participants must also post their videos on social media with permission from their school authorities.
They are expected to use the hashtag #clap4others and tag him on any social media platform.
He added that one teacher will be selected as a winner every week and will receive a cash prize of GH¢1,000.
He noted that the final decision on winners will be made by him.
The musician encouraged teachers and students to take part in the challenge, stressing that it is designed to promote creativity, unity and positive expression among young people in schools.
This follows a GHC100,000 support from businessman, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, who lauded the musician for composing a song which has the tendency to change society and help eschew jealousy.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Veteran Ghanaian actor, Fred Amugi, has been cast in the upcoming Pan-African television series, Kismet, where he will play the role of Chief Ademola, a wealthy and influential Yoruba patriarch.
The series, set for production in Abuja and other parts of Nigeria, brings together a diverse cast ensemble from Ghana, Nigeria, Cote d’Ivoire, South Africa, Cameroon, Kenya, and the United States.
A statement copied to the GNA in Accra said “It forms part of a broader effort to strengthen collaboration within Africa’s creative industry while positioning African stories for global audiences.”
Speaking on his involvement, Fred Nii Amugi, whose acting career spans more than four decades, described the role as a meaningful milestone.
“It is a proud moment for me at this stage of my career to be part of a Pan-African series,” he said.
“Playing a Yoruba character as a Ghanaian reflects something deeper about who we are as Africans. It reminds us that we are one people, connected beyond borders,” he indicated.
He added that his preparation for the role went beyond performance.
“As a Ghanaian of Ga heritage, I am taking time to study the historical and cultural links between the Ga and Yoruba people.
“I am learning about these connections so I can represent the character with truth and respect.”
“It is important that the world sees the shared identity that exists across our continent,” he noted.
Kismet is being developed as a high-quality thriller series with a Pan-African perspective, drawing talent from across the continent and the diaspora.
According to Nana Dwomoh-Doyen Benjamin, President of the African Chamber of Content Producers and production advisor for the project, the series represents the united image of Africa that is capable of contributing to the global creative economy.
“As part of building a Pan-African creative economy, Kismet is a call for Africans to come together and tell our stories as one people.
“We are also aligning this effort with the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to create a strong continental market for African content,” he underlined.
The producer of the series, Paul Joegad, emphasised the global ambition behind the project.
Based in the United States, Joegad noted that the production was designed to meet international standards while maintaining authentic African storytelling.
“We are leveraging diaspora networks and global experience to create a series that resonates across cultures,” he said.
“Our goal is to produce content that can stand on international platforms through quality and strong storytelling.”
He added that assembling the right team had been central to the project’s vision. Among those involved is Mawuko Kuadzi, a Casting Society of America (CSA) member and the first African to win an Artios Award in its 40-year history.
The producers say the series seeks to position Africa as a major player in global content, fostering international Pan-African partnerships. –GNA
