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Mothers’ Day: Miss Tourism Ghana, Kpando MP support mothers and newborn babies
As part of their efforts to impact the lives of mothers to commemorate the Mothers’ Day, The Miss Tourism princesses together with the MP for Kpando visited the Margaret Marquart Catholic Hospital.
The visit was to welcome newborn babies and celebrate mothers with gift among others at the hospital at Kpando.
The team was made up of Miss Tourism Ghana 2020, Ms Abigail Nayram Tay who was joined on the visit by Miss Tourism Ghana First Princess, Ms Jennifer Nuna Deku, Second Princess Ms Zainab Abdulai, their chaperone, Ms Sedinam Aytsor, and Hon. Dela Sowah.
Speaking to The Spectator, Tay said “a season that has been marked by so many deaths since the outbreak of the COVID-19 and seeing the mothers and their new babies was such a beautiful reminder that life is being renewed.”
Consequently, the Director of the Hospital gave them a tour of the maternity ward ensuring that all COVID-19 protocols were observed.
The team then interracted with the mothers and gave the newborn babies gifts.
The Miss Tourism Ghana Team proceeded to visit two orphanages, Ryvanz-Mia Childcare and Harethaven Children’s Home to honor the house mothers who took care of the children.
On the way to their first stop, they distributed food to needy children and adults on the street, and at each orphanage, the ladies shared specially prepared meals to the mothers and kids.
The team expressed appreciation to, the MP of Kpando, Lele Foods,PGees Catering, Endela,Max International, GTP,Darling Hair, Silver Hair Salon who styled the ladies’ hair, and Max Beauty who provided the makeup for making their initiative possible.
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
The management of Prophet Joseph Atarah Ministries (PJAM) has announced the 2026 edition of the highly anticipated annual gospel concert, Atarah Praise.
This edition, under the theme: ‘Dalet,’ is scheduled for 4pm, Sunday, May 24, at the Bayview Village.
Patrons will enjoy an atmosphere charged with powerful worship, prophetic ministration, and spiritual renewal.
Against this backdrop, Prophet Joseph Atarah will team up with some of Ghana’s finest gospel ministers, including Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Obaapa Christy, and Siisi Baidoo.
Over the years, Atarah Praise has evolved into one of Ghana’s most impactful worship gatherings, attracting thousands of believers seeking a profound encounter through music, prayer, and thanksgiving.
The 2026 edition is positioned as a divine platform for renewal, restoration, and spiritual awakening.
Patrons are encouraged to arrive early to secure convenient seats and be there with the heart of the worship.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
