Audio By Carbonatix
Award-winning Ghanaian actress Gloria Sarfo has vowed to continue advocating for change in the country’s struggling film industry.
Speaking on Daybreak Hitz with Doreen Avio and Kwame Dadzie, the outspoken actress said although some of her colleagues criticise her for being vocal about the state of the industry, she will not relent.
She stressed that her commitment is for the benefit of younger actors entering the field.
“I used to say the Ghanaian film industry is not worth dying for but I have changed my mind. Because I think that I am fighting for the next generation of film makers. Not the people who think they are okay, who think they are satisfied, they are content with where they are; with where they are movie industry is. I am fighting for the next generation,” she said.
According to her, many young actors frequently reach out to her, expressing their frustrations and urging her not to give up her advocacy.
In an Instagram post published on 15th July 2025, Sarfo lamented that the talents of many Ghanaian actors who could thrive elsewhere, particularly in Nigeria, are being wasted at home.
“Honestly, if you’re in Nigeria as an actor, you’d realize that you’ve REALLY WASTED YOUR TALENT back in Ghana,” she wrote. “As in, people are shooting on a daily basis, back to back, non stop. Meanwhile, in my country Ghana, producers STRUGGLE to even shoot one film in a year.”
She described the situation as “CRAZY” and “totally disheartening,” questioning what had gone wrong in an industry that once flourished. “What has happened to our industry??? Talents are BEING WASTED. Mercy Lord,” she added.
Her comments drew mixed reactions, with some lambasting her for portraying Ghana in a bad light.
Gloria Sarfo has featured in a number of productions including Efiewura, The Perfect Picture, Aloe Vera and Adam The Eve.
Latest Stories
-
NPA receives ultra-modern tanker drivers’ rest stop at BOST Kumasi depot
13 seconds -
Black Sherif and how to listen to Ghanaian pop
10 minutes -
GOIL proposes GH¢23.5m dividend, profit rises to GH¢90.67 million
11 minutes -
African Forest Forum study finds gaps in science journalism and forestry reporting in Africa
14 minutes -
Sunnyside Schools marks AU Day, calls for stronger cultural awareness among learners
15 minutes -
“Love is not enough?” – itz Tiffany’s “Money” teaser ignites debate over modern relationships
22 minutes -
Ghana Gas CEO courts global investors at Energy Conference in Canada
30 minutes -
Teacher unions reject GES directive on staff data submission, demand withdrawal of letter
32 minutes -
Over 600 young women embrace agriculture through HAPPY Programme in Savelugu
36 minutes -
Kpando NPP coordinators and party members apologise for misconduct
40 minutes -
High-profile criminal cases should be televised – Andy Appiah-Kubi
43 minutes -
Fitness enthusiasts converge for maiden edition of Fitness and Vibes
44 minutes -
2026 FIFA World Cup: When three neighbours but strangers host the world
59 minutes -
Appiah-Kubi withdraws as lawyer for Wontumi in Samreboi mining trial
1 hour -
Where is the 2024 Presidency staffing report? – Kow Essuman challenges gov’t
1 hour