Kumawood Ashanti Film Association formed to revive local movie industry in Kumasi

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has announced the Kumawood Ashanti Film Association as part of efforts to ensure the film industry is revived.

The association, according to him, has elected its leadership to serve on a board that will oversee the commissioning of a management team to run the day-to-day affairs of their secretariat.

He believes that this marks a major step forward in repositioning Kumawood for growth, unity, and sustainability.

The Minister assured the association of his support and that of the government to revive th local movie industry.

“I remain committed to supporting them as we work together to implement the other recommendations in the report — with the full backing of H.E. the President and the Hon. Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture.”