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Savannah Region to host Miss Tourism Ghana 2021 contestants
The newly created Savannah Region would this year, host contestants of Miss Tourism Ghana pageant.
This was revealed by the organisers of the beauty pageant aimed at promoting and marketing the tourism potentials of Ghana to the rest of the world.
Speaking at the event to launch this year’s edition at Tang Palace hotel in Accra, the Director of Operations, Mrs Delphine Brew-Hammond said, 12 years ago they took a bold step to organise Miss Tourism Ghana.
She said, looking back the decision was commendable, because, it had promoted tourism, for this reason, she expressed her appreciation to everyone who had supported them from the outset.
According to her, though the journey had not been smooth, they had represented Ghana well on other big international stages, won awards and marketed Ghana.
“Every year we focus on a region, this year, our focus is on Savannah and the Regional Minister is here to support us.We are coming in full force to experience the culture of the people of Savannah,” she said.
She revealed that, the contestants who would be selected through audition, would tour the region to unravel the tourism potentials and project it to the world.
Receiving the baton to host the contestants of this year, the Regional Minister, Saeed Muhazu Jibril, expressed his appreciation for the gesture.
According to him, the selection of Savannah Region to host the Miss Tourism Contestants of this year was in order, because the region was endowed with amazing tourist sites which needed the right exposure for others to see.
Mr.Muhazu Jibril promised them of an unforgettable experience when the contestants came to the Savanah region as planned.
Currently, the organisers have begun the search for the 16 contestants through an audition under the theme, “Promoting Ghana’s Tourism Destination, Cultural and Natural Resources.”
The auditions are scheduled for May 9, at Kpando, May 22, Kumasi, Tamale, Bolgatanga, Wa, May 29 for Central and Western Regions.
The audition for potential contestants in the Greater Accra Region is slated for June 5.
The final, which is the main event is expected to take place on August 27, 2021, at the National Theatre in Accra, where the winner would take home a saloon car among other souvenirs and represent Ghana on the International Stage.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
THE president of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) Mr Bessa Simon has described criticism against a donation made to the family of the legendary Yaw Sarpong as misleading and a means to tarnish their image.
According to him, GH¢500 donated to the family during one week observance wasn’t the final funeral contribution but a symbolic amount to help with refreshment during the one week observance.
• Yaw Sarpong
He told the Spectator Agoro that the Union will make a formal donation at the funeral to the icon in the gospel industry.
“Giving an amount at one week is a common practice and shouldn’t overshadow Yaw Sarpongs legacy” he added
Meanwhile others praised MUSIGA for showing solidarity, others condemned the amount, describing it as inadequate and disrespectful to the legacy of the veteran singer.
Yaw Sarpong, born in Accra, emerged as one of Ghana’s most influential gospel musicians and a defining voice in contemporary Christian music across West Africa.
Rising from humble beginnings and shaped by the political and social turbulence of post-independence Ghana, he transformed gospel music with a distinctive blend of spiritual depth, lyrical clarity, and disciplined musical arrangement.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah, Ghana’s celebrated child prodigy and youngest achiever ever recorded in the Guinness World Records’ 70-year history is set to captivate audiences at the upcoming Ghana Independence Day celebrations in Beijing, China.
The Ghana Embassy in the People’s Republic of China will host series of events culminating on March 6, 2026, to mark Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary, with Ace Liam’s artwork prominently featured.
As part of the Embassy’s cultural initiatives, an art exhibition will showcase creative works by top Ghanaian artists including Ace Liam and renowned artist Ibrahim Mahama.
The exhibition aims to celebrate Ghana’s vibrant cultural heritage and foster closer cultural ties between Ghana and China.
At just 3 years old, Ace-Liam has earned acclaim for his innovative artistic talents. His participation in the Independence Day events highlights the role of young Ghanaian artists in promoting the country’s rich culture on a global stage.
Ambassador Kojo Bonsu, during a press soiree held on February 5, 2026, emphasised Ghana’s commitment to deepening its relationship with China through cultural exchange and economic collaboration.
The planned events will also include a business forum and a fashion show by Nineteen57, blending traditional and modern Ghanaian styles.
This will be Ace-Liam’s second international art exhibition after his debut in Barbados at the GUBA Awards.
In 2025, he received an award at the UK Parliament House of Commons as a Global Child Prodigy in Arts. He was also awarded the Kid Creator of the Year at the Creators Awards Ghana 2025.
In a related development, Ace-Liam Ankrah has been recognised as a Young Achiever in the Guinness World Records Book 2026 edition, becoming the youngest achiever in the organisation’s 70-year history.
Featured in the special anniversary edition marking seven decades of global excellence, Ace-Liam joins a distinguished group of record holders and global icons such as Simone Biles, Usain Bolt, and Dolly Parton. His achievements have made a lasting impact worldwide, capturing international attention through the extraordinary power of early childhood creativity.
This latest recognition by Guinness World Records marks a defining milestone not only for Ace-Liam, but also for Ghana and the African creative community. It highlights the importance of nurturing creativity from an early age and demonstrates the extraordinary possibilities that emerge when talent is supported and allowed to flourish.
Reacting to this news, Ace-Liam’s Mother/Manager Chantelle Kuukua Eghan remarked, ‘Ace-Liam being featured in the 2026 Guinness World Records Book as a Young Achiever is a dream come true. I feel blessed and super excited to be his mother. This is not just a win for him, but a win for all kids in the world.’’
Ace-Liam’s artistic journey began at just six months old when his mother, Ghanaian visual artist Chantelle Kuukua, laid out a canvas and paints to keep him engaged while she worked on a commissioned piece.
What began as a simple moment of curiosity quickly revealed something remarkable. Within minutes, he created his first artwork, later titled The Crawl, a vibrant expression that marked the beginning of an exceptional creative path.
Edem Mensah –Tsotorme
