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MTN holds virtual conference on monetisation of creative content today
MTN-Ghana will today, October 29, host a panel of distinguished Ghanaian and international professionals in the creative arts and entertainment industry at a digital music conference to share insights with industry players on how to monetise their content in the digital world.
The MTN Digital Music Conference will be live on MTN’s Facebook and YouTube pages from 2:00pm on Thursday.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Africori, South Africa, Yoel Kenan will be the Keynote Speaker. Other panelists include Rex Omar, musician and Chairman of GHAMRO, Cynthia Quarcoo, Managing Partner, CQ Legal & Consulting and Founder, Africa 1 Media, Gillian Ezra, Music Time, South Africa, who is the Guest Speaker; and Richie Mensah, CEO of Lynx Entertainment.
They will share experiences, modern trends and innovative ideas that artistes can adopt to generate revenue within the digital space.
The conference will be held on the theme; ‘How to Monetise Your Work and The Challenges of Digital Media’.
The Chief Marketing Officer for MTN, Mr. Noel Kojo-Ganson said, “With the global pandemic and the phenomenal uptake of digital services, there is no better time to discuss this topic. Technology is already helping us fix payments, dating, banking, transportation, and governance. It’s time to take a look at the music business.”
He advised all persons within the music and other content development ecosystem to join the discussion.
The Digital Music Conference is an initiative by MTN Ghana aimed at bringing together industry persons including music producers, sound engineers, artistes and owners of music platforms to share ideas and insights for the growth of the sector.
GHANAIAN gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty, has released a spirit-filled song titled “Sunsum Ndwom.”
The song, which is already making waves shortly after its release, is delivered in three parts, each carrying a powerful message.
The first part reflects on the mystery of Prophet Elijah, where people wondered who he was after he prayed and called down fire from heaven.
The second part centres on salvation, urging believers not to celebrate only power and miracles, but to celebrate the fact that their names are written in the Book of Life, because that is what lasts forever.
The third part celebrates the beauty of God’s healing power, a song originally composed by her late mother.
The gospel star is urging Ghanaians to stream the song on all platforms and encounter its powerful lyrics.
She also stressed the need to preserve Ghana’s traditional gospel sound, expressing hope that the new generation will embrace their heritage.
Empress Gifty further expressed appreciation to all stakeholders in the industry who have supported her career over the years.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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GHANAIAN media personality, Joyce Akumaa Dongotey-Padi, affectionately called Akumaa, has marked the 18th anniversary of her Mama Zimbi Foundation (MZF).
The event was held at the Broken Yoke Ministry International at Klagon in Accra.
Thousands of widows who benefited were taken through health education for good living, business enhancement, women empowerment and legal education, among others.
In addition, they were given water, cloth, rice, noodles, oil, Noko Fine Washing Powder and other toiletries.
Mrs Dongotey-Padi noted that there is land earmarked for vocational training and gari processing for those who are unemployed and would want to make ends meet.
Against that backdrop, she expressed appreciation to gospel musician Empress Gifty for supporting her with her Noko Fine Washing Powder and Verna Mineral Water.
According to her, it went a long way to put smiles on the faces of the widows.
Akumaa Mama Zimbi further said that if she looks back on how the journey started 18 years ago, she feels fulfilled in impacting thousands of lives.
According to her, this motivates her to do even more to put smiles on the faces of people.
The Mama Zimbi Foundation is an NGO committed to motivating, empowering and supporting widows and their children, as well as educating adolescents on their sexual and reproductive health.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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