John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), engaged with the Ghanaian Creative Arts and Tourism industries in Accra. This interaction facilitated an insightful discussion regarding the substantial potential of these sectors in generating millions of employment opportunities for the youth of our nation.
During the meeting, Mr. Mahama emphasized the crucial role of placing the creative industry as one of the foundation to unlock numerous opportunities for our talented young populace. He expressed the commitment of his party to reinstate support for the creative arts, provided they are granted the mandate to govern the country once again. The belief in nurturing creativity and cultivating an environment conducive to the thriving of artists formed a cornerstone of his address.
Mr. John Mahama outlined over 20 impactful policies for arts and tourism, which included the refurbishment of Centers of Arts and Culture, the promotion of Ghanaian films at various international film festivals, and the provision of tax incentives for creative artists with Tax Identification Numbers (TINs).
Among the initiatives outlined for the creative arts industry, Mr. Mahama proposed the establishment of a paid television channel dedicated exclusively to creative arts events. This endeavor aims to furnish a platform for our exceptionally talented artists to exhibit their work and broaden their audience reach.
“I am confident that with the right policies, investment, and support, we can elevate the creative arts industry and empower our youth to pursue their passions while contributing to the growth of our economy,” stated Mahama, underlining his firm belief in the transformative power of the creative industries.
The Ghanaian Creative Arts industry is a vibrant sector with vast untapped potential. Through strategic policies and targeted investments, it has the capacity to become a significant contributor to the country’s economic growth. Moreover, nurturing and supporting the creative talents within this industry can result in the development of new and innovative cultural products that can be exported globally, thus enhancing Ghana’s reputation as a hub of creativity and cultural diversity.
In addition to infrastructure development, Mr. Mahama’s policies also focus on promoting Ghanaian films at international film festivals. Ghana has a rich cinematic heritage, and its filmmakers have made significant contributions to the global film industry.
Mr. Mahama’s outlined policies for the Ghanaian Creative Arts and Tourism industries reflect a comprehensive and forward-thinking approach to harnessing the potential of these sectors for the socio-economic development of the country
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