Ghana's Film Industry under threat from foreign content - Rex Omar

Accra, Ghana - Renowned Highlife musician and National Democratic Congress (NDC) Creative Lead, Rex Omar, has sounded the alarm on the alarming impact of foreign content on Ghana's local film industry.

Omar sounded the alarm at Joy FM's 5th Showbiz Roundtable, warning that the dominance of foreign content is eroding Ghanaian culture and depriving local creatives of opportunities.

“These days, look at our TV screens; all we see are foreign soap operas with Twi voice-overs. This is harming us, our children, and future generations,” he said on Saturday.

He praised the NDC's plan to establish a "Film Village" and equipment pool, aimed at revitalizing the industry and boosting local content production.

Omar emphasized the need for urgent action to protect the industry, citing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) opportunities for Ghanaian film exports.

“The idea of a Film Village with equipment to be hired out at a low rate for industry members is very important for boosting production and job creation in the sector,” he noted.

He praised the NDC's flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama's plan to establish a "Film Village" and equipment pool, aimed at revitalizing the industry and boosting local content production.

Industry stakeholders from the NPP and NDC convened at the roundtable to discuss manifesto promises ahead of the 2024 general election, focusing on policies shaping Ghana's creative economy.

Source: Lead News Online