Ghanaian Guinness World Record holder for the Longest Marathon Makeup Application (103 hours, 25 minutes, 33 seconds!),Roselyn Akosua Mantey, on April 7, 2025 presented her certificate to the Ghana Tourism Authority at a press conference in the GTA Jake Obetsebi Lamptey Hall.

GTA Deputy CEOs Mr. Ben Anane Nsiah and Mr. Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey received it on behalf of CEO Maame Efua Houadjeto. 

Mr.Gilbert Aggrey, affectionately called,  Abeiku Santana hailed Roselyn’s feat as an inspiration to the youth and a boost for Ghana’s beauty sector on the global stage.

 He invited her to join events like the Kwahu Easter Paragliding Festival to promote tourism and culture.

Akosua Mantey shared that her record aimed to spotlight vocational skills, Ghanaian beauty brands, and creativity. 

GTA pledged support for her campaigns. 

Her incredible ‘makeup-a-thon’ ran from April 3-7, 2024, at Legon City, smashing the previous 24-hour record.

The Director of Diaspora Affairs at the Presidency, Kofi Okyere-Darko,  yesterday met with Asabea Cropper and had a fruitful discussion over highlife music.

Their discussion held during her visit to the Presidency focused on Highlife Museum and the importance of intentionally preserving and promoting Highlife music both in Ghana and across the diaspora.

The conversation aimed at ensuring that this priceless cultural heritage (Highlife) continues to thrive for generations to come.

“This afternoon, we had the honour of welcoming my mother and the legendary Queen Asabea Cropper — a true icon of Pan-African music — to Jubilee House for a rich and inspiring conversation on Highlife,” KOD wrote.

“From the first time I saw her perform alongside the late, great E.T. Mensah — the King of Highlife — at the State Banquet Hall in 1985, I have been captivated by her powerful presence and enduring artistry,” she revealed.

Since assuming the office, Kofi Okyere-Darko has made moves aimed at creating a strong partnership with diasporans and promoting Ghana’s cultural heritage.  

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme

 JUTTA Ama Pokuah Addo, a Law student at the Univer­sity of Profession­al Studies, Accra (UPSA) was crowned the winner of the Miss Ghana 2025 edition held over the weekend at the Avenue Event Centre in Accra.

The first run­ner-up was Maud Anti Oduro, while Melissa A-Mon­tah, placed third.

The national event brought together young women from each of Gha­na’s regions, all vying for the presti­gious title.

Jutta, representing the Central Region, beat the other contestants after weeks of intense competition.

The feat grants her the opportunity to represent Ghana at the 72nd Miss World Festival, to be held in Telangana, India, on May 7-31.

Miss Jutta Addo, who also won awards for Miss Photogenic and Miss Social Media/Voting, charmed the judges and audience with her eloquence, grace, and dedication to her advocacy.

As the new Miss Ghana, she will embark on a year of service, ambassadorial duties, and preparation for the Miss World competition which takes place in India.

The contestants were judged not only on beauty but also on their intelli­gence, public speaking skills, and commitment to social causes.

The finale was a glam­orous occasion, graced by personalities such as Gha­naian musician Okyeame Kwame, who delivered a lively performance that had the audience on their feet with his great hits. Song­stress Lucya, Acoustic Frey and DJ Ryna also serenad­ed the crowd with their soulful melodies, adding to the night’s unforgettable moments.

The night also celebrated other outstanding contes­tants with special awards, including Most Beautiful Skin – Miss Maud Anti Oduro; Miss Fitness – Miss Em­manuella Kudjordji; Most Disciplined – Miss Priscilla Nutornutsi; Miss Congeni­ality – Miss Melissa Mintah and Miss Talent – Miss Stella Saka.

Others include Miss Eloquence – Miss Theresa Weyerane; Miss Beauty With a Purpose (BWAP) went to four contestants as they touched the hearts of many with their projects.

They are Miss Melissa Mintah, Miss Jutta Addo, Miss Naa Ayeley Hammond and Miss Nana Adjoa and Miss Top Model, Emmanuella Kudjordji.

For 68 years, Miss Ghana has produced outstanding ambassadors who champion social causes and represent Ghana on global stages.

Miss Ghana was found­ed by Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president and 68 years on, celebrated beauty, intelli­gence, and the impactful legacy of Ghana’s most iconic pageant.

 By Linda Abrefi Wadie