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Miss Ghana-UK 2022 unveils contestants
• Miss Ghana-UK contestants
The 2022 edition of the Miss Ghana-UK pageant has unveiled 11 contestants who will be competing for the crown in September this year.
The young ladies who are in the medical field; medical students, nurses, pharmacists, social care, mental health and creative creators among others were selected based on appearance, eloquence and composure among others.
They are Joycelin Akosua Serwaa Agyei-Kyem, 20,
Beryl Daisy Kukuah Afful, 26, Eunice Maame Adwoa Boatemaa Adu-Poku, 26, Lourdes Nana Achiaa Agyeman, 21 and Yvette Abelle Abena Dede Tettey, 28.
The others are 23 year-old Glenda Nana Adwoa Serwaa Gaspard, 20 year- old Esmeraldah Emaah Afiyoh Nague, Abigail Dodo Kabirou, 23, Manella Ann Awini, aged 26, Maddalena Happy Nana Yaa Nkansah, 22
and 23-year-old Margherita Melody Nana Adwoa Boatemaa Oppong.
Themed, “Empowering Young Women, 30 years of Miss Ghana-UK the Yaa Asantewaa Edition”, the Miss Ghana UK focuses on beauty, elegance, tradition, culture, and ambition.
Speaking to the co-Director of Miss Ghana-UK, Ms Mavis Osei, she noted
“We are looking forward to having a fantastic show for our 30th year. We are introducing a number of new activities for the ladies which will be showcased on the night and through their journey, we always took the ladies for a retreat at end of July.”
Miss Ghana UK is an annual prestigious beauty pageant in the UK and the longest-running Black and Ethnic minority pageant in the UK.
It is supported by Ghana High Commission UK and Ireland, Ministry of Tourism , Arts and Culture (Ghana), Ghana Tourism Authority, Made-in- Ghana, Desire UK and Akwaaba UK.
Over the years, the event has established itself as a leading platform that promotes women empowerment and the beautiful country Ghana, by showcasing the rich Ghanaian culture, tradition, and tourism to the rest of the world.
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Nineteen57 Events announces Black Stars Legacy Awards
Nineteen57 Events has announced the launch of an event aimed at celebrating Ghanaian, African, and diaspora achievements.
The event is a prestigious platform dedicated to honouring exceptional individuals and organizations contributing to the growth and success of the Ghanaian society, the African continent, and the African diaspora.
Since its inception as part of Rhythms on the Runway in 2019 during Ghana’s historic Year of Return celebration, the Black Star Legacy Awards has recognized remarkable achievements in creative arts, culture, and beyond.
It has always been a component of ‘Rhythms On Da Runway,’ however, the organisers have decided to stage it as an independent event this year.
This shift allows for an expanded focus, honouring excellence across various fields, including business, leadership, innovation, science, and humanitarian efforts.
This bold move aligns with the awards’ mission of celebrating the spirit of achievement and innovation that defines Ghana and connects it to the broader Pan-African and global community.
While specific event details, including categories and selection criteria, are still being finalised, the Black Star Legacy Awards promises to be an unforgettable experience that highlights the very best of Ghana, Africa, and the diaspora.
Esteemed icons from Ghana, Africa and the African Diay such as Obrafour, Ricci Osei, Hon. Lisa Hanna, Reggie Rockstone, Queen Asabea Cropper, Nene Agyemang, Agya Koo Nimo, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, Morgan Heritage, Stonebwoy, and Richard Mofe Damijo have been among the honorees, setting the stage for what has become a highly anticipated annual celebration of excellence.
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Zhikay Junior launches ‘The mind shift campaign’
Ghanaian award winning gospel blogger Isaac Nartey, popularly known as Zhikay Ike Junior, and his team have launched a campaign at Sap’s School in Teshie-Nungua, located in the Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra region.
Themed ‘The mind shift campaign’, it was aimed to touch the lives of students by educating them on the use of social media and how it can impact lives.
Isaac Nartey, told The Spectator that the purpose of the campaign was to orient students in Ghana about social media and its impact.
Sharing photos from the campaign on Facebook, Zhikay also emphasised the importance of listening to children’s concerns, which include mental health, emotions, and societal acceptance.
“We must not consider children as just minors, they have genuine concerns that revolve around mental health, emotions, societal acceptance and others. We must create avenues for their voice to be heard,” He explained
The campaign included education, games, and entertainment. Some students received customized ‘Zhikay’ items as rewards for their hard work.
This initiative seems to be made a positive impact on the students.
‘The school tour will delve into the overview of social media and how it can be used to impact society positively,’ he added
Zhikay embarked on the tour with popular Ghanaian content creators such as “Freedom Official” and “Quecy Official.” Together, they created an educational and engaging atmosphere for the students.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
