A major leap forward for Ghana’s creative industry was made on Sunday, May 25, 2025, with the official launch of the Ghana Voice Actors Community. The landmark event, hosted virtually and spearheaded by Prince Dan-Vessel, creator of The VO Playbook Podcast, brought together voice acting professionals from across Africa to discuss the future of the craft in Ghana.
Held under the theme “The Future of Voice Acting in Ghana,” the webinar featured expert panelists including Kwesi Busia (British-Ghanaian voice actor), Seraphine Dogbey (Ghanaian voice talent and communications professional), and Tolu “T-Code” Kolade (Nigerian voice coach and founder of Voiceover vs Nigeria).
The event addressed challenges and opportunities in the field while emphasizing the urgent need to establish a unified and supportive network for voice actors in Ghana.
“This initiative is long overdue,” said Seraphine. “Voice acting has always existed here, but the conversation around community has been missing.”
Adapting to Global Trends and Technology
Kwesi Busia noted the rapid shifts in global voiceover due to AI and stressed the need for Ghana to adapt or risk being left behind.
“The industry is evolving. Without a solid community, we’re likely to miss out on international opportunities.”
T-Code added that communities accelerate growth:
“Voiceover can be isolating, especially in Africa. A community provides feedback, mentorship, and opportunity-sharing that helps everyone thrive.”
A Vision of Collaboration and Visibility
Prince Dan-Vessel shared the broader purpose of the initiative:
“We’re here to help Ghanaian voice actors collaborate, grow, and shine. There’s so much untapped talent.”
Panelists agreed that voiceover is a global business. With the right training and visibility, Ghanaian voice artists can access international clients and platforms.
“Local businesses also need professional voice talent—they just don’t always know where to find them,” said Seraphine.
T-Code emphasized proactive outreach:
“Voiceover is a business. Don’t wait for jobs to come—pitch yourself. And don’t underestimate the power of local languages.”