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 7, 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 decentralize 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 also discussed his proposed project centered around the Lake Bosomtwe enclave. While details of this project remain under wraps, it is expected to be unveiled to the media and the public in due course.
Both projects are expected to boost tourism, create jobs, and promote economic development in the Ashanti Region. This aligns with the president’s vision to make Ghana the preeminent tourism destination in West Africa, as captured in the NDC Manifesto, in line with The Black Star Experience.
Mr. Owusu Marfo, after the deliberations, thanked the minister for his interest in the creative industry.
