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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
Entertainment
Kay9ice apologises to Shatta Wale
Afro-highlife musician, Kay9ice, known in private life as Philip Kay Kissi has publicly apologised to award-winning dancehall musician Shatta Wale and the Shatta Movement following his controversial remarks about his song.
Kay9ice made the comments about Shatta Wale’s song on Adom TV’s Showtime programme with Sally Mann.
Kay9ice believes the comments passed did not sit well with the Shatta Movement.
Against this backdrop, in a recent interview on Wontumi TV, Kay9ice expressed regret for his statements, clarifying that he never intended to disrespect Shatta Wale.
“I would like to use this opportunity to apologise to all S.M fans, I might have made some comments which I never intended for it to sound wrong to the fans, I have no intention of disrespecting such an icon,” Kay9ice added.
Kay9ice is currently promoting his latest release dubbed “Pema”, which is making waves since the release.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Von Sinu releases debut single ‘Thank You’
Von Sinu, an upcoming gospel musician, has released her debut single titled ‘Thank You’ which is gaining popularity on the airwaves and streaming platforms.
‘Thank you’ seeks to appreciate God for his goodness and faithfulness in her life.
In an interview with The Spectator in Accra, Von, who is also a fashion designer said “looking back at my life and what God has told me about myself, I was grateful.
She said she had to record it and later sent it to a friend who has been very instrumental in her being a gospel singer.
She said though there were other songs written and recorded, she thought it was prudent to release ‘Thank you’ as the Bible urges believers to give thanks in Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, and to sing praises to Your name”
The song is available on all digital platforms including Youtube, Spotify, Apple music Deezer and Tidal.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
