The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has announced a new initiative to incorporate Kumawood actors into Senior High School (SHS) entertainment activities.
This comes as part of a broader strategy to infuse elements of health, fashion, and creative arts into school programs, aiming to inspire and nurture students through local culture and homegrown talent in the Ashanti Region.
According to the Minister, the collaboration will allow popular Kumawood actors and other creatives to participate in school entertainment sessions, stimulating student engagement and reinforcing pride in Ghanaian identity.
“As we introduce students to their own culture through personalities they admire, we’re not only entertaining them—we’re also shaping their values and confidence in local heritage,” he said.
Dr. Frank Amoakohene revealed ongoing discussions between the fashion industry and Kumawood to produce custom-made costumes for film productions. He believes this partnership will boost local businesses, create employment opportunities, and encourage youth creativity.
“The idea is to promote Ghanaian pride among young people. When we teach them to value and love local content early, they’ll grow up with respect for their identity and contribute positively to nation-building,” Dr. Amoakohene emphasized.
