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Sell your regions… – Akua Amoakowaa tells Miss Golden Stool contestants
Sally Akua Amoakowaa
Founder of Miss Golden Stool Beauty Contest, Sally Akua Amoakowaa has charged the 15 contestants competing for this year’s beauty pageant to take advantage of the platform afforded them to sell their regions.
According to her, each region had a unique cultural heritage which must be sold for the world to know and patronise.
She made these remarks during an interview with The Spectator at the launch of the pageant recently.
It takes somebody with a bold heart to take up the challenge of a reality show, because it demands creativity, money and hard work.
Akua Amoakowaa said that she and her team would build the confidence and emotional intelligence of the contestants adding that, as a beauty queen there could be attacks, and “if you do not have the heart coupled with resilience you will not be able to overcome it and succeed.”
She said, they had created the needed environment, groomed them but the contestants needed to deliver and market their diverse culture on the platform.
Co-founder of the pageant, Mrs Dora Owusu Adomah, also urged the various regions to vote massively for their representatives and called on corporate Ghana to support financially since the programme would help protect the country’s enviable cultural heritage.
The programme which has started airing on Adom TV on Sundays will run till November 20, where those who have made it to the final would have a bigger stage to prove their mettle.
In all, there are 15 contestants representing, Eastern, Western, Bono, Ahafo, Ashanti and Central regions.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
This October, something special is happening in Ghana’s fashion scene. Everywhere you look—on the streets, in classrooms, at events—people are wearing pink. Not just for fun, but to express themselves.
From soft baby pink to bright fuchsia, the colour is showing up in dresses, shirts, sneakers, headwraps and even jewellery.
Young people especially are leading the trend. They are mixing pink with jeans, sneakers and African prints. Some wear pink to feel bold, others wear it to feel calm.
“Pink makes me feel soft but strong,” says Ama, a student in Accra. “It is my way of showing up with confidence.”
Local designers are also joining the wave. Some are creating pink-themed collections with flowing fabrics, playful cuts and bold patterns. Others are using recycled materials to make pink bags and accessories. It is not just about fashion – it is about creativity and pride.
Social media is buzzing with photos and hashtags like #GhanaGoesPink and #PinkMood. Friends are sharing their outfits, encouraging others to try something new. Even small shops are decorating their windows with pink fabrics and flowers.
This pink wave is more than a trend. It is a feeling. It is about joy, softness and standing out. In a world that can feel heavy, Ghana’s youth are using fashion to bring light. And this October, pink is the colour of self-love, style and togetherness.
By Beatrice Princess Kpeglah
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The World Trade Centre in Accra came alive from August 30–31 as Ghana Menswear Week 2025 showcased cutting-edge trends, creativity, and craftsmanship in men’s fashion. The annual event drew designers, fashion enthusiasts, and industry insiders from Ghana and beyond.
Now in its ninth year, the event—described by founder Nana Mensah as the “Men’s Fashion Olympics”—celebrates the innovation of African designers and the diversity of their creations.
This year featured a lineup of young designers including 97 Urban, The Ugly Youth, Larry Studios, Kwadwo Man, Dapper Jayden, Stylenique Siblings, and Ryker Collection/The Cap Culture, who captivated the audience with bold urban aesthetics and youthful energy.
A vibrant collaboration with Woodin Ghana added color and flair to the show. Designers Amonu Whyte and House of Micky used the brand’s iconic fabrics to craft a diverse range of stylish menswear pieces, blending tradition with modern creativity.
Ghana Menswear Week 2025 reinforced its reputation as a premier platform for celebrating African design, innovation, and craftsmanship, inspiring the next generation of menswear designers.
By Spectator Fashion Desk
