The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie has underscored the pivotal role of “Ghana Must Go,” a stage play by Latif Abubakar.
Launched in Accra on Thursday May 15, the play seeks to amplify Ghana’s cultural identity on the global stage. The theatrical production, is a flagship presentation of The Big Push Ghana Project, and is produced by Globe Productions in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Speaking at the event, the Minister highlighted the play’s significance as a cornerstone of the Black Star Experience, a government initiative aimed at projecting Ghana’s rich heritage and creative prowess worldwide.
“The Black Star Experience is about projecting Ghana’s identity boldly and purposefully and ‘Ghana Must Go’ is one of the vessels we want to use.Through theatre, we are not only entertaining, but we are also educating, inspiring, and connecting hearts across continents through our unique stories.”
The Minister emphasised the transformative power of cultural storytelling, noting that “Ghana Must Go” serves as more than just a performance as it was a platform for education and global connection.
She urged collective support for the initiative, calling on Ghanaians and stakeholders to rally behind the production to ensure its success.
“So I say to you all, let us push together, let us support this work, share the story, and carry Ghana’s dream, one performance, one city, one audience at a time,” she stated.