Gen Z Manifesto is a Ghanaian television program that amplifies the voices of Generation Z on critical societal topics such as governance, social inclusion, creative arts, sports, the economy, and security. The show is structured as a manifesto written by and for Gen Zs, providing a platform for young people to express their ideas and perspectives on key issues.

Gen Z Manifesto
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Created byJoojo Cobbinah
Directed byReuben Banini
Presented byTutuwaa Danso
Country of originGhana
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes5
Production
Executive producerJoojo Cobbinah
ProducerEkow Boakye
EditorAbigail Sossah
Camera setupMulti-camera
Running time23–30 minutes
Original release
NetworkGHOne TV
ReleaseJuly 2024 (2024-07) –
present

Production

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The show is hosted by Tutuwaa Danso, produced by Ekow Boakye, and directed by Ruben Banini. It was created by Joojo Cobbinah, who also serves as the executive producer. The program uses a multi-camera setup, shot at both indoor and outdoor locations.[1]

Episodes

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The first season of *Gen Z Manifesto* consists of 5 episodes, each running between 23 and 30 minutes. It premiered in July 2024 on GHOne TV.

Episode summary

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The first season of *Gen Z Manifesto* consists of 10 episodes, each running between 23 to 30 minutes. It premiered in July 2024 on GHOne TV.

Episodes

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No. Title Original air date Duration Summary
1 "Election Hub" July 29, 2024 23–30 minutes Overview of governance issues discussed by Gen Z participants. This was aired as a segment of the launch of EIB Network's Election Hub.
2 "Meet the Gen Z Politicians" September 27, 2024 23–30 minutes National Democratic Congress faces off with Movement for Change, as Gen Z representatives argue out who deserves to leave opposition in the next government.
3 "Boy Talk" October 4, 2024 23–30 minutes Insights on Gen Z males and their thoughts of social issues affecting the Gen Z demographic.
4 "Hijabs and Mics " October 11, 2024 23–30 minutes Tutuwaa sits with three Gen Z Muslim ladies to talk gender, stigma and climate change - just hope they want it done.
5 "Ashaiman vs Unemployment " October 18, 2024 23–30 minutes Gen Zs born and living in Ashaiman lament neglect as all jobs are targeted at nearby Tema.

Themes

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The show covers a variety of important themes relevant to Generation Z, including:

  • Governance [2]
  • Social inclusion [3]
  • Creative arts
  • Sports
  • Economy
  • Security

Reception

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The Show which airs on Fridays at 1800hrs GMT has been acclaimed in parts of Africa via its stream on Youtube

See also

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References

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  1. ^ EIB Network. Gen Z Manifesto (YouTube). Ghana: GHOne TV. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
  2. ^ "Edem Tamekloe on Governance". X (formerly Twitter). Retrieved 20 October 2024.
  3. ^ "GHOne TV on Social Inclusion". X (formerly Twitter). Retrieved 20 October 2024.