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Prince Kojo-Hilton, a Pan African Art Ambassador, has reiterated his commitment to amplifying the voices of visual artists in Ghana following his appointment to the Interim Board of the Creative Arts Federation of Ghana (CAFOG).
He indicated that his appointment as a representative of visual arts domain provides a platform to address the challenges visual artists in the country face, and work collaboratively towards a more vibrant and inclusive creative industry.
Ghana's arts domain encompasses a rich and diverse tapestry of artistic expressions, including visual arts like Adinkra cloth, Kente weaving, and sculptures, as well as performance arts such as music, dance, and theatre.
The country also boasts a strong tradition of crafts like pottery, wood carving, and textiles.
The Creative Arts Federation of Ghana (CAFOG) was formally inaugurated in Accra, marking a significant turning point in the creative sector's decades-long quest for unity, structure, and recognition.
Members of the governing board include Richard Yaw Boateng - President, David Dontoh - Vice President, Lilian Sally Addo - Secretary General, and Bill Asamoah and Kafui Dzivenu representing film Domain.
The rest are Bessa Simon and Deborah Freeman (Deputy Secretary General) representing music Domain, Mohammed Munkaila Omar and Joana Eshun Mensah for fashion Domain, and Fred Amugi and George Quaye representing performing arts domain.
Others are Prince Kojo-Hilton and Joshua Sena Fianu for the Visual Arts domain, Raphael Antwi and Michael Kelly Agbesi for Literal Arts Domain, and Ameyaw Debrah and Mikki Osei Berko for the Media Domain.
The event brought together representatives from the seven key domains of the creative arts- film,music, fashion, visual arts, literary arts, performing arts, and media alongside government officials, stakeholders, and distinguished guests.
Amb Kojo-Hilton said this role is not just a title but a commitment to championing the visual arts sector, shaping policies, fostering innovation, and building capacity within Ghana's creative economy.
"As celebrated production designer, muralist, special effects artist, visual arts advocate, and founder of Hilwood Studio, i've always believed in the transformative power of art."
"I'm excited about the journey ahead and look forward to making meaningful contributions that will benefit our artistic community and the nation at large. Together, we can do it,” he stated.
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