In a concerted effort to advance the proposed National Theatre in Kumasi, Mr. Rex Owusu Marfo, the coordinator of the Black Star Experience, paid a working visit to the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene.
The meeting, which took place on March 07, 2025, focused on discussing a suitable land allocation for the proposed National Theatre project, a promise made by H.E. John Dramani Mahama in his 2024 Creative Manifesto.
The initiative aligns with broader efforts to decentralise the arts and culture scene, providing a platform for regional talents and fostering cultural expression across the nation.
This development is anticipated to stimulate the creative economy, create job opportunities, and enhance the cultural landscape of the Ashanti Region.
Rex Omar further discussed his proposed project centred around the Lake Bosomtwe enclave; while details of this project are still under wraps, it is expected to be unveiled to the media and the public in due course.
The two projects are expected to boost tourism, create jobs, and promote economic development in the Ashanti Region. This is in relation to the president’s vision to make Ghana the preeminent tourism destination in West Africa, as captured by the NDC Manifesto in line with the Black Star Experience.
Mr. Owusu Marfo, after the deliberation, thanked the minister for his interest in the creative industry.
