Committee inaugurated to revive Kumawood Movie Industry

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has inaugurated a 17-member committee to revive the Kumawood movie industry.

The committee is made up of actors including Mercy Asiedu, Bill Asamoah, and members of the various guilds, among others.

The committee chaired by Bishop Ofori-Adu has been charged by the Minister to rejuvenate Kumawood, which has over the years seen a downturn.

Read His Post On the Committee Below

Today, I officially commissioned a Ministerial Committee on the Movie Industry & Creatives (Kumawood) to drive the growth and transformation of Ghana’s film and creative arts sector.

Assessing the current state of the industry and identifying key challenges.

Developing policies to attract investment and ensure sustainable growth.

Exploring strategies to promote Ghanaian films both locally and internationally.

Strengthening film infrastructure by improving production facilities and training opportunities.

Enhancing film festivals and cultural showcases to celebrate Ghanaian storytelling and creativity.

Fostering collaboration between stakeholders to create more opportunities for filmmakers, actors, and creatives.

I urged the committee members to carry out their mandate with dedication, commitment, and a strong sense of unity to ensure that Kumawood and the entire creative industry reach new heights. Together, we will build a globally competitive film industry that tells the rich stories of Asanteman and Ghana!