The Ghanaian film industry is poised for transformation as the newly appointed Chief Executive of the National Film Authority (NFA), Kafui Danku, and his deputy, James Gardiner, successfully led the first stakeholders’ meeting, bringing together key players from across the sector.
The high-profile gathering attracted representatives from major industry associations, including the Ghana Actors’ Guild (GAG), Film Producers’ Association of Ghana (FiPAG), Ghana Academy of Film and Television Arts (GAFTA), Women in Film and Television, Audio Visual Rights Society of Ghana (ARSOG), Film Crew Association of Ghana (FiCAG), Film Distributors and Marketers, Animators Association of Ghana (AAG), Film Directors Guild of Ghana (FDGG), Northern Region Filmmakers Association, and Silverbird Cinemas (Exhibitors).
The engagement underscored the industry’s collective commitment to shaping its future, fostering a more structured and sustainable ecosystem for filmmakers, producers, and industry stakeholders.
Discussions centered on elevating Ghana’s film sector to meet international standards, aligning with the National Film Authority’s (NFA) vision of establishing Ghana as a premier hub for film production and distribution on the global stage.
This milestone meeting marks a crucial step toward enhancing collaboration among stakeholders, laying the groundwork for policies and initiatives that will drive growth, innovation, and international recognition for Ghanaian cinema. The resounding success of this engagement signals a promising future for the country’s film industry as it strives for greater visibility and competitiveness on the world stage.
Source: GhanaNewsOnline