British-Ghanaian actor, Idris Elba has unveiled plans to construct a world-class film village in Accra.
The proposed Arts Heritage District which will be located near Osu Castle, and will be a hub for training young Ghanaian creatives, boost the local film industry, and attract international investment.
Idris Elba met with President John Dramani Mahama to discuss plans for the establishment of the film village.
The meeting, which took place at Jubilee House, focused on a proposal for a private-public partnership aimed at developing a dedicated film precinct to nurture young Ghanaian creatives and produce world-class films for international markets.
During the meeting, Elba and his team presented a documents and mock-up designs of the proposed site, which is expected to be situated near the Osu Castle (formerly Christianborg Castle) in Accra.
He revealed that the project, to be named the Arts Heritage District, would create training and employment opportunities for young Ghanaians while giving a much-needed boost to the local film industry.
Elba also emphasised the need for clear policies and regulations to ensure Ghana meets international filmmaking standards. This, he explained, would attract foreign investments and elevate the nation’s creative arts industry.
President Mahama welcomed Elba’s vision and suggested enhancements to the proposal to maximise its impact on the Ghanaian film industry. He outlined his aspiration for a world-class film studio, which would serve as a training ground for young creatives while positioning Ghana as a major player in African cinema.
Our children lack direction, our youth lack direction, and we need these tools,” he stated. “So, coming in to put up a studio and to partner with us is the way forward. That is why we will support it absolutely so that the creative arts industry, especially, creating Ga content, can move to its next step.
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He made this announcement during a courtesy visit to the Ga Mantse Palace in Accra, where he was accompanied by some prominent Ghanaian actors, including Chris Attoh,… pic.twitter.com/m5cJg4nvLk
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