EP 8: From Tema to the World: Kobina Degraft Johnson on Ghana’s Film Industry, Detty December & the Diaspora

On this episode of Culture Feeling, we sit down with Ghanaian filmmaker Kobina Degraft Johnson, founder of Anibok Studios, to discuss his journey in filmmaking and the story behind his new film “Kind of Tema,” which premiered in New York City during Ghana’s Independence weekend.

Kobina shares how his upbringing and experiences in Tema inspired the film and why authentic Ghanaian stories deserve to be told on a global stage. The conversation also dives into the evolution of Ghana’s creative industry, the growth of African cinema, and how filmmakers and creatives can build sustainable systems for the future.

We also explore the global phenomenon of Detty December and the increasing return of the African diaspora to Ghana. What does this cultural momentum mean for Ghana’s creative economy, and how can the country maximize its position as a hub for art, music, film, and cultural exchange?

This episode is a powerful conversation about storytelling, identity, creativity, and the future of Ghana’s cultural influence on the global stage.

🎧 Topics discussed in this episode:

• The filmmaking journey of Kobina Degraft Johnson

• The inspiration behind Kind of Tema

• Ghana’s growing film and creative industry

• Detty December and diaspora return to Ghana

• The future of African storytelling and cinema

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