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Juliet Ibrahim Shines as panelist on Clips & Conversations: Ghana’s Road to Global Expansion
Renowned Ghanaian actress, Juliet Ibrahim and global brand ambassador, left an indelible mark as a panelist at the 2023 Essence Film Festival.
The film festival is a part of the larger Essence Festival of Culture which has been celebrating African American culture in the United States for the past three decades.
This event has the largest per day attendance of any festival in the U.S. – boasting approximately 500,000 attendees over the 3 days that the event is hosted.
Juliet’s participation on the highly anticipated panel, “Clips & Conversations: Ghana’s Road to Global Expansion,” held tremendous significance for both the Ghanaian film industry and the diaspora at large.
The groundbreaking event which took place at the Essence Film Festival, on July 2nd featured the inaugural Africa House, which showcased exceptional films, talent and conversations centered around Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya.
The weekend-long event was produced and curated by Ghanaian American writer/producer Ama Larbi of Essence Studios. A stellar lineup of esteemed actors, directors, and producers, including top celebrities from Ghana and Nollywood, united to explore avenues for advancing collaborative efforts towards global expansion.
The panel, expertly moderated by Vanessa Vanderpuye (British-Ghanaian model/actress), brought together industry luminaries: Esi Yamoah (producer), Juliet Ibrahim, Michael Djaba (producer/director), Chris Attoh (actor/director/producer), Angela White (producer), and Anwar Jamison (writer/director) to share their wealth of experience and insights. These influential panelists delved into their journeys of producing remarkable projects in Ghana, while also highlighting strategies to propel the industry to greater global heights.
Juliet’s inclusion on the panel added a touch of inspiration and prestige, as she is not only an accomplished actor but also a global brand ambassador representing Ghana’s film industry. Her impact as a Ghanaian actor reaches beyond geographical boundaries and personifies the essence of diversity, embracing her cultural heritage while connecting with diverse audiences through universal themes.
With each endeavour, Juliet actively breaks barriers, offering a fresh perspective on storytelling and encouraging the industry to embrace new narratives. Her relentless pursuit of excellence opens doors for aspiring talents and promotes a more inclusive and dynamic entertainment landscape.
Beyond her on-screen prowess, Juliet’s role as a tourism ambassador and creative advocate further emphasizes her commitment to promoting Ghana’s rich cultural heritage to a global audience. Her passion, dedication to her craft, and enthralling performances have rightfully earned her a place among the elite talents in the film industry.
Through Juliet’s participation in the Essence Festival of Culture, the goal is to ensure that ongoing participation in this yearly event will help present Ghana’s film industry to a more global audience and help establish Ghana as a film hub/destination.
Juliet looks forward to leveraging the moment from this year’s event to continue the conversations and efforts to showcase Ghana’s extraordinary talent and potential to the world.
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Prophet Atarah opens new studio, launches Atarah Praise 2025
Prophet Joseph Atarah has launched his annual event aimed at bringing believers together in an atmosphere of worship and praise.
The theme for this edition is ‘Restoration’ with the belief that patrons would be restored in the face of their challenges.
The programme will be in two parts, with the first scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom at 5pm on May 11, at Pleasant Place Church.
The Ghana edition will take place at the forecourt of Believer’s Grace Crown Ministry International, Bond Square, Adenta Barrier, at 4pm on May 25.
Prophet Atarah has paraded Piesie Esther, Kofi Owusu Peprah, Nana Yaw Asare and Mavis Asante among others for the Ghana edition.
For the UK edition, patrons will enjoy performances from Kofi Owusu Peprah, Kobby Mantey, Emmanuel Smith, and Ern Ruthy.
Speaking at the launch, Prophet Atarah said, God has been good throughout last year, and 2025 has started on a positive note.
Against this backdrop, he wants to bring believers together and, in unity, to praise God.
He said, like what happened last year, a lot of miracles will take place.
In a related development, Prophet Atarah also commissioned a new studio for rehearsals and live recordings.
This, he said, was not limited to him, but open to every musician across all genres.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Empress Gifty to thrill patrons at MTN Stands In Worship on Easter Sunday
Ghanaian gospel heavyweight, Empress Gifty is set to thrill thousands at this year’s MTN Stands In Worship event.
The programme brings believers together annually to celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ.
This year’s edition, slated for the Grand Arena on Sunday, April 20, will feature Empress Gifty.
Against this backdrop, the anointed gospel musician has urged all patrons to come with a heart of worship and praise.
She is optimistic that a lot of miracles will happen through the ministration.
“Through our ministrations instant miracles will happen and you are going to have an encounter with God,” she told The Spectator.
Empress Gifty again appealed to patrons not to come alone, but with their families and friends to receive blessings.
Empress Gifty, who had a big song dubbed Watch Me, has been nominated in the Best Traditional Gospel Song of the Year and Gospel Artiste of the Year categories at this year’s 26th Telecel Ghana Music Awards.
