Runway Ghana International set to introduce Tema as the newest Fashion Destination in Ghana

RUNWAY GHANA- PRESS RELEASE



Tema is  the newest fashion and trendiest destination in Ghana. The city has been named by Runway Ghana as the destination to host the much anticipated event.





Runway Ghana International,  an International Fashion event created by Junda Morris-Kennedy and produced by franchise holder BT Model Agency is set to turn Tema into a fashion hub this year.

Runway International Brand is own by U.S. based production company JMK Production LLC. The company is set to plan major events all across Africa.





Runway Ghana International Showcase serves as a collaborative catwalk and exhibition, highlighting the industry’s established and emerging Ghanaian and International designers.

Runway Ghana, aims to create opportunities for emerging designers and the creative industry of Ghana. Through innovative programs regarding business and brand development.

It is also a multifaceted event established to promote the social, cultural and economic development initiatives of Ghana to a global audience through fashion and entertainment.

It aims at reaching a global audience through fashion and entertainment. It would serve as a platform for fashion shows and exhibitions.





Slated for the 25 March, 2017 at T Havana Tema community 9, its on the theme: "Branding and Empowering  of the Modeling Industry in Ghana".
Time: 7pm prompt.

Notable designers includes  top Ghanaian- US based designer's collection , L'Amour Ameer (USA ), Gavachy designs (Ghana ), Morrez fashion (Ghana ), Kyeradegh men's and shoes collection (Ghana ), Akimidiz collection (Ghana ), KK creation (Ghana ), Lordkay klassics (Ghana ), CV Cstevens (Ghana ), Kiki collection (Togo), Paap Ngaala fashion (Senegal ), Queens leather collection (Ghana ), BT outfit (Ghana ), Floral fashion (Benin ), Bri Wireduah (Ghana ) and many more

The event would also promote music from Ghana and USA, with the likes of Award Winning artist, Scientific, 2 switt from Sierra Leone, Ghana's talented artist D Crime the general and many more...

The event will also honor Ian Wordi (a top Ghanian Male Model ) and the President of Models Union Ghana Asociation (MODUGA ) Madam Lilian Hinson Asare.

Ian Wordi - Runway Ghana 2017 Honoree
(Former Samsung and Woodin Brand Ambassador)

The Event Director of Runway Ghana, Comfort Ampaabeng said we will be nominating a model within the Ghana fashion industry as the face of the brand Runway Ghana. Miss Ampaabeng said that the  face would represent Ghana at USA for Runway Liberia and be mentored by Dominique Joy Thomson, a USA top model.

JMK Productions LLC is a fashion event production company who has produce’s events such as Dayton Fashion Week, African International Modeling Competition, National Miss Ebony USA Pageant, Fashion Show for Liberian Embassy in Washington, DC Independence Celebration, Miss Liberia USA Pageant,Black History Month Fashion Explosion and many more.

Runway Liberia International Showcase Climax With A Bang

Designs by Angie H Couture

The backdrop for the biggest African/International fashion event Runway Liberia International Showcase was the historic Baltimore War Memorial Building in heart of downtown Baltimore. 9 top Liberian and International designers showcased their latest designs at this year’s event, one of the biggest fashion shows in the diaspora. This year’s fashion event which also marks the second edition of the event represents the latest trend and changes in Liberia as well as African/International fashion industry. Dr Jamal Harrison Bryant founder of Empowerment Temple Church and Community Activist, one of the events special VIP guest applauded an event of this magnitute coming into the city of Baltimore. He added the show focuses on bringing out fashion innovation and creativity among young Liberians and the world. He also briefed the audience that Liberia holds a special place to him because he added the Amecian Cooperative School in Liberia and still have strong ties to the country Liberia.

The event open up the Liberian National Anthem performed by former Miss Liberia in the U.S. Desiree Gibson and the U.S. National Anthem performed by International Girl Group - GudGud from Jacksonville, FL.

The event honored four distingushed Liberians that have contributed to the promotions of Liberian Fashion Industry on a global platform. The honorees were;

• ABRAHAM PELHAM - INTERNATIONAL COUTURE DESIGNER
• DOLLY BARNES - JEWELRY DESIGNER & EXPERT ON NATURAL DYES
• LEWINA DAVID - CELEBRITY MAKEUP ARTIST & HAIR STYLIST
• TARLOH SAYEH - MASTER HAIR STYLIST

The hosts for the event were former model and owner of Angel's Lips Cosmetics - Lisa Togbah and Celebrity Chef Chauncy Yarngo.

Hosts: Lisa Togbah & Chauncy Yarngo

Over 80 top model showcase their amazing talents on the runway. Models from Avant Protege Model & Talent Agency and freelance models were all excited to be a part of this historic event. The official hair designs was provided by Empire Beauty School in Baltimore and headed by director of school Nicole Nichols. The official makeup team headed by Runway Liberia 2016 Director of Makeup and Owner of Beat Make Up School Roshe Anthony brought all the designers looks together:

Official Runway Liberia 2016 Make Up Team:

• Kayle C. Hopewell  IG: kaykardash_mua
• Sharika Blue FB: Sharika Blu
• Bre Tackett  IG: mua_brion
• Mimi Bela Dona Hill @dmvtoatlmua
• Frances Mua Laboy
• Latashia Dixon
• Angela Tatum
• Keonna Chantaz

Runway Liberia 2016 Showcasing Designers:

• Expression Liberia - Chris Collins
• 1847 & Co - Gbelley Taylor
• Angie H Couture - Angie Hoff
• Nubi Collection - Eli Nyamal Both
• J Wonyen Designs - Crystal Wonyen
• Yia're Designs - Aryea Kolubah
• Mr. Carlyle Collection - Carlyle William
• Semoner Designs - Mayietta Moore

For more information on Runway Liberia 2017 follow www.runwayliberia.com 

Some event images:

Photo Credits:

Hai Chang SG 

Gifted Handz Photography - Albert Kary ah

Matthew Vosseler