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MOGA Awards honours Empress Gifty, others
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Mr Hopeson Adorye receiving an award on behalf of wife, Empress Gifty
It was all thrills at the Modern Gospel Awards (MOGA) as distin¬guished personalities in the Ghana gospel industry were honoured in Accra last Saturday for their contributions to the growth of the industry.
On the night, Popular Gha¬naian gospel musicians such as Nacee, Empress Gifty, Mabel Okyere, Scott Evans, Georgia Adjei and many others were honoured.
Dr Maulana Maulana, found¬er of ‘Ministry of the Future’, the key note speaker at the programme said, “the African diaspora must collaborate with the indigenous to produce great works.”
He added that, Ghana was the new Jerusalem since it was referred to as the centre of the earth.
“We as African people have been ‘Europeanised’ so what we have to do is to bring back Africanisation. Ghanaians must begin to make good use of our minds, body, soul, spirit and our natural resources to devel¬op,” he added.
Suriname Ambassador to Ghana, Fidelia Graan-Galon also took the opportunity to sell the country to the Ghanaian youth at the programme.
She touched on opportunities and collaborations which could be har¬nessed for the mutual benefit of both countries.
Renowned politician, Hopeson Adorye who was present to receive an honorary award on behalf of his wife, Empress Gifty charged the Gha¬naian media to support musicians.
He said, this support could go a long way to impact Ghana’s economy positively.
The emotional mo¬ment of the programme was when the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MOGA, Nana Amo Baffour was invited on stage alongside his mother for recognition.
Patrons of MOGA 23 expressed appreciation to the organisers for their contribution to the growth of the gos¬pel industry and wished them well in their sub-sequent programmes.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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.
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.
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.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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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.
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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