Moesha Buduong is a Ghanaian TV presenter, actress, and model who is also known for granting a controversial interview to CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour on issues of sex, love, and gender.[1][2][3][4] She is a top entertainer in Ghana's television and movie industries.
Moesha Buduong | |
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| Born | March 10, 1990 Kumasi, Ghana |
| Alma mater | University of Ghana |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, model |
| Known for | Interview with Christiane Amanpour |
Personal life.
editMaurecia Babiinoti Boduong also known as Moesha Boduong was born on 10 March 1990. She comes from Greater Accra Region of Ghana. Retired Major Boduong and Tina Boduong are the names of her parents. Boduong has four siblings. She attended Nhyiaeso International School[5]and Martyrs of Uganda Basic School[6] in Kumasi and proceeded to Accra Girls’ Senior High School and later furthered her education at University of Ghana, Legon with a diploma in Theatre, Music, and Dance.
She has accomplished a lot in her career as a performer, gaining followers from all around the country. She has undergone plastic surgery as well.[7][8]
In early 2024, Moesha Boduong was reported to have suffered a stroke, and was in critical condition. This affected the entire right side of her body. A concerning video surfaced on social media, showing Moesha lying motionless on a hospital bed. Howeve,r her brother, Ebito Boduong, confirmed the reports about Moesha's health on social media and created a GoFundMe account to raise funds for her medical bills.[9] Her brother said the stroke has impaired her mobility and speech and that she needs medical attention
According to the statement, the funds received will cater for various expenses including therapy sessions and assistive device.[10] The account aimed to raise $10,000 (123, 600) with supporters offering contributions to aid in Moesha’s recovery. After almost a year of which Moesha has been bedridden, she has recently been showing signs of steady recovery, as shared on her Snapchat page. She was seen showcasing her dancing skills happily. The video showed the extent of her battle, as she could neither move nor raise her right hand as a result of the paralysis.[11]
Controversy
editIn April 2018, Buduong came under criticism from Ghanaians[12] over a controversial interview she gave to CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour. In the interview, Buduong mentioned that Ghanaian women use men as their primary source of income, since the economy is tough. They do this through engaging in sexual intercourse with the men.[13] She is quoted saying "In Ghana, our economy is such a way that you need someone to take care of you. You can’t make enough money as a woman here. Because even when you want to get an apartment, in Ghana they take two years’ advance and I just started working where will I get money to pay?"[13] Her comments received harsh criticism from both men and women who felt she was painting a negative picture of Ghanaian (and by extension African) women. Celebrities such as John Dumelo, Lydia Forson, Eazzy, DKB and Afia Odo shared their views on Twitter, most of them negative.[14]
Other people also felt the criticism was unwarranted, because the comments made were a reflection of the reality of Ghanaian life. Radio host Captain Smart commended her and entreated Ghanaians to applaud her for speaking the truth.[15]
Christine Amanpour herself has pleaded with the public not to shame Buduong, calling on the President, Nana Akufo-Addo and Gender Minister Otiko Afisa Djaba to support her.[16] Amanpour said, "I want people to recognize Moesha's right to speak up and the courage she showed by sharing such intimate details about her personal life. As a woman and a journalist, I'm hurt and angry to see such an innocent woman condemned by the press and by many people on social media in this way. It's to the point that Moesha is not sure she can return to Ghana safely. I am so surprised to see this happening in Accra, a city that has rightly got so much attention recently for being one of the most economically and politically successful capitals in Africa. Indeed, I was heartened while I was in Accra, listening to a speech by the President himself, defending the rights of the free press to report fully, accurately and fairly."[17]
Arguments surrounding controversy
editMany felt that Buduong's contentious views were due to the patriarchy prevalent in many societies today, especially in Ghana.[12]
Amanpor also interviewed a Ghanaian man on the same topic on which she interviewed Buduong. He voiced the fact that he has been faithful to his partner because of his meager financial status, adding on that unlike him, people who are financially stable can afford numerous partners.[21] However, he did not receive any backlash for his opinions. Many[22] felt that this was a double standard, as they feel more comfortable with such opinions when they came from men, as opposed to when they are from women.[23]
Charity works
editUnder her Moesha Foundation, she spent her 29th birthday with students of the Billaw Basic School in the Upper East Region, where her hometown is located. She donated school bags, books and other relevant learning materials.[24][25]
Films
editThe actress has appeared in various films throughout her career. According to IMDb, the star has six credite as an actress. Moesha Boduong's movies include:[7][26]
- Swagger Babes (2012) - Winnie
- A sting in a tale as waitress (2009) - Waitress
- Grey dawn as Betty (2015) - Betty
- The Hero: service to humanity (2017) - Miss Dwomoh
- Apples and Bananas (2018)
- Akwaaba (2019)
- The Inner Woman (2019)
- Baby Mama (2019) - Ellen
- Away Bus (2019) - Anita
- Galamsey: Enemies Are Not God (2022)
References
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- ^ "Don't condemn Moesha Boduong – CNN's Amanpour". www.ghanaweb.com. Archived from the original on 2018-04-18. Retrieved 2019-03-09.
- ^ Ofori-Boateng, Pamela (17 April 2018). "A CNN interview sparked another Ghana backlash and a debate about women, sex and love". Quartz Africa. Archived from the original on 2019-05-22. Retrieved 2019-03-09.
- ^ "CNN's Amanpour angry at Ghanaians for shaming Moesha". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 2018-04-18. Archived from the original on 2024-03-11. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Web, Ghana Business. "Nhyiaeso International Sch. | Kumasi | Kumasi | Listed in Education - Primary Schools". www.ghanabusinessweb.com. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
{{cite web}}:|first=has generic name (help) - ^ "Our Campuses". MARTYRS OF UGANDA PREP/ ST LWANGA J.H.S. Retrieved 2024-06-29.
- ^ a b "Who is Moesha Boduong? All you need to know about the Ghanaian TV presenter". July 2022. Archived from the original on 2024-04-03. Retrieved 2024-06-17.
- ^ Agyeman, Adwoa (2020-08-16). "Moesha Buduong shares plastic surgery experience [video]". Adomonline.com. Archived from the original on 2024-04-03. Retrieved 2024-04-03.
- ^ "Video of Moesha Boduong lying in hospital bed sparks concerns". My Joy Online. February 6, 2024. Archived from the original on February 13, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2024.
- ^ Owusu-Mensah, Jeffrey (2024-09-26). "This life: Half-paralysed Moesha Boduong struggles to walk in church in video". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
- ^ Owusu, Kofi (2024-11-19). ""Life isn't easy": Moesha Buodong's new video shows full extent of her stroke". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ^ a b "Video: Criticisms of my CNN interview was a blessing - Moesha Boduong". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2019-03-09.
- ^ a b "I'm sorry – Moesha Boduong apologises to Ghanaians after CNN backlash". Archived from the original on 2019-07-21. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Dumelo, Lydia Forson, Eazzy, DKB, others react to Moesha Boduong's CNN interview". Archived from the original on 2019-07-21. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ Hammond, Michael. "Captain Smart jumps to Moesha's defense as he 'blasts' the critics of her CNN interview". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Archived from the original on 2018-04-25. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Otiko Djaba must 'stand up' for Moesha Boduong – CNN's Amanpour". www.ghanaweb.com. Archived from the original on 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ Amanpour, Christiane. "Amanpour: Women have a right to speak openly about sex and love". CNN. Archived from the original on 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Moesha Boduong Apologizes To Ghanaian Women". www.peacefmonline.com. Archived from the original on 2019-03-05. Retrieved 2019-03-09.
- ^ Amartey, Geraldo (2022-12-13). ""She's not well": Moesha apologizes to Ghanaians for saucy vid; peeps feel sad". Yen.com.gh - Ghana news. Archived from the original on 2024-03-11. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ "Please forgive me – Moesha apologizes to Ghanaian women". GhanaWeb. 2018-04-13. Archived from the original on 2024-03-11. Retrieved 2024-03-11.
- ^ Larbi-Amoah, Lawrencia. "Christiane Amanpour Interviews Ghanaian Man; Says Poverty Prevented Him From Marrying A Second Wife". Ghafla! Ghana. Archived from the original on 2018-04-24. Retrieved 2018-04-24.
- ^ "Christiane Amanpour Ghanaian man tells CNN journalist that poverty has made him faithful to his wife - Pulse Ghana". www.pulse.com.gh. 14 April 2018. Archived from the original on 2020-01-26. Retrieved 2020-01-26.
- ^ "Manasseh's Folder: Amanpour, your double standards stink". www.myjoyonline.com. Archived from the original on 2020-01-26. Retrieved 2020-01-26.
- ^ "I'm proud of where I come from - Moesha Bodoung donates to school in hometown". Graphic Online. 2019-03-12. Archived from the original on 2021-11-15. Retrieved 2019-03-12.
- ^ "Moesha Boduong donates to Billaw Basic School on 28th birthday". GhanaWeb. 2019-03-12. Archived from the original on 2024-03-12. Retrieved 2024-03-12.
- ^ "Moesha Babiinoti Boduong | Actress". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-04-03.