By Vivian Amoah
The Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, Rolf Olson, has called for increased investment, stronger policies and closer collaboration to unlock the full potential of Ghana’s creative industry.
Speaking at the Creative Economy Summit at the AI Community Centre in Accra on Wednesday 22nd July 2026, Mr. Olson said the global creative landscape has evolved significantly, with industries such as Bollywood and Nollywood proving that authentic storytelling can achieve worldwide success.
A meeting of American and Ghanaian Creatives in Accra.
He noted that streaming platforms like Netflix have expanded audiences for content from different cultures, creating new opportunities for filmmakers and storytellers across the world.
Mr. Olson said the U.S. Embassy recently supported Ghana’s creative sector through the African Creative TV Programme, which brought American filmmakers and media executives to Accra to lead directing labs, masterclasses and industry engagements.
He urged creatives to tell their stories authentically, investors to provide early-stage funding for creative ventures, and government officials to strengthen policies, intellectual property protection and production financing to attract investment.
Mr. Olson reaffirmed the U.S. Embassy’s commitment to supporting Ghana’s creative industry, expressing confidence that stronger partnerships would create jobs, boost economic growth and deepen relations between Ghana and the United States.
