South African Arts honoured at the National Arts and Culture Awards
The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture celebrated South Africa's top creative talent at the 2026 National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) held at Sun City Resort, honouring competitive winners across six disciplines alongside legendary cultural icons.
Jeffrey Nortey, a prominent content creator and digital entrepreneur, was recognized for his significant influence on Ghana's digital and entertainment landscape at the National ICT Week 2026 Recognition Awards. The award ceremony, held in Accra on August 21, celebrated his exceptional use of technology to build his creative brand and connect with audiences.
Beyond receiving an award, Nortey actively participated in the event, serving as one of the creative voices for a "Creators' Exchange" session designed to bridge the gap between policy, technology, and the practical realities faced by online creators. The session focused on critical issues such as account security, impersonation, privacy, intellectual property, online abuse, brand partnerships, AI-generated content, and platform accountability.
During the session, Nortey discussed the practical challenges creators face, including account hacking, impersonation, unauthorized reposting, and the exploitation of skits and creative concepts. He also addressed the impact of platform suspensions and demonetization on creators' livelihoods.
Nortey's participation highlighted the growing importance of creators within Ghana's digital economy, where entertainment, technology, intellectual property, advertising, and entrepreneurship are increasingly intertwined. His recognition at the National ICT Week 2026 underscores the expanding role of creators in Ghana's digital landscape, reflecting the evolving nature of the modern creative entrepreneur.
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