Ghana’s creative industry has just received a major boost with the appointment of Joselyn Dumas as Deputy Director for Diaspora Affairs.
President John Dramani Mahama’s move is a deliberate effort to merge the creative and political spheres, leveraging the influence of industry professionals to drive national growth.
Dumas, a household name in Ghana’s entertainment scene, joins a growing list of creatives in key government roles.
Kofi Okyere-Darko (KOD), a fashion icon and media personality, now serves as presidential adviser on Diaspora Affairs, while Kafui Danku and James Gardiner helm the National Film Authority as Executive Secretary and Deputy Executive Secretary, respectively.
As Dumas assumes her new role, she’s poised to tap into her vast network, fostering stronger ties between Ghana and its global diaspora community. Her mission: promote Ghanaian interests, drive investment, and boost tourism.
This strategic appointment signals a new era in Ghana’s cultural diplomacy, one that harnesses the creative industry’s potential to showcase the nation’s rich heritage to the world.