BSIFF Names Kofi Asamoah Ghana Ambassador Ahead of 11th Edition
Filmmaker and producer Kofi Asamoah named Ghana Ambassador for the 11th edition of the Black Star International Film Festival.
The Black Star International Film Festival (BSIFF) has officially announced the appointment of celebrated Ghanaian filmmaker and producer Kofi Asamoah as its new Ghana Ambassador ahead of the Festival’s highly anticipated 11th edition.
Widely respected within Ghana’s creative industry, Kofi Asamoah is expected to play a significant role in strengthening ties between the Festival and Ghana’s growing filmmaking community. His appointment marks an important step as BSIFF intensifies preparations for another major celebration of African cinema.
According to the Festival organizers, Kofi Asamoah will support industry outreach, media engagement, stakeholder relations, and community participation, helping to deepen local involvement in this year’s event.
Particular attention will be given to Kumasi and the Ashanti Region, where efforts are expected to focus on encouraging stronger participation among filmmakers, creative institutions, industry professionals, and audiences.
As Ghana Ambassador, Kofi Asamoah will work closely with the Festival team to ensure that local creatives are not only represented but actively involved in shaping and participating in the 11th edition of the Black Star International Film Festival.
His appointment is seen as a strategic move to foster collaboration between Ghana’s creative sector and one of Africa’s notable platforms for film, storytelling, and cultural expression.
Speaking on his new role, Kofi Asamoah expressed excitement about joining the Festival in this important capacity.
He stated, “I am honoured to serve as Ghana’s Ambassador for the Black Star International Film Festival. BSIFF has played an important role in championing African cinema, and I look forward to working with filmmakers, media, creative communities, and audiences across Ghana to help make this year’s festival a truly impactful and memorable experience.”
The Festival management expressed confidence in Kofi Asamoah’s leadership, experience, and passion for the growth of Ghana’s creative industry, describing his appointment as an exciting addition to the BSIFF family.
With the Festival set to take place from September 24 to 27, 2026, in Kumasi, organizers are optimistic that Kofi Asamoah’s involvement will help broaden community engagement and strengthen industry participation ahead of the event.
The Black Star International Film Festival continues to position itself as an important platform for promoting African storytelling, celebrating filmmakers and connecting creative communities across the continent.
With the 11th edition of BSIFF on the horizon, Kofi Asamoah’s appointment signals more than a new role; it reflects a renewed effort to deepen collaboration, celebrate Ghanaian creativity, and strengthen the future of African storytelling.
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