Ghanaian filmmaker wins big at Africa Magic Viewers Choice Film Awards

A Ghanaian-born filmmaker, Ayebea BZ Darko, has won the African Magic Viewers Choice Award for best-unscripted series in the year under review in Nigeria.

Ayebea BZ Darko won the award for her popularly acclaimed reality TV series dubbed “GH Queens,” which has aired on Akwaaba Magic, Show Max & GHOne TV.

Season 1 of GH Queens was first launched in 2021 and season 2 followed in 2022-2023 with Ayebea BZ Darko as the show’s executive producer.

Before launching GH Queens, she worked with TV3, a national free-to-air television station in Ghana.

She also worked on concepts such as Dirty Rave and Afrochella, and her work has always captured the essence of Ghanaian culture while pushing boundaries and breaking new ground.

Her reality TV series brought together a diverse cast of talented women, providing a platform for their unscripted stories to be heard and celebrated far and near.

The two seasons of the show has captivated audiences across Ghana and beyond and has sparked conversations and inspired a new generation of entertainers in the country.

Ayebea BZ Darko is a natural storyteller who was raised in Ghana amidst the vibrant rhythms and rich cultural tapestry of the country. Her recognition in the world of entertainment has come years after she dedicated herself to mastering her craft and showcasing it to the world.

Ayebea BZ Darko always had a deep appreciation for music, art, and storytelling from an early age. And this recognition has only come to indelibly cement her place in the world of entertainment.

This latest Africa Magic Viewers Choice award for best-unscripted series is a testament to the success of GH Queens and has further solidified her place as a trailblazer in Ghanaian entertainment, proving that dreams know no bounds when fueled by passion and perseverance.

As she continues to champion the voices of Ghanaian women and women in general, Ayebea BZ Darko remains a shining example of the transformative power of art and the boundless possibilities of the human spirit.

Part of the citation of the award reads:

“Outside of her cinematic endeavors, AYEBEA BZ DARKO is an avid traveler and culinary enthusiast. Her adventures in far-flung corners of the world inspire her storytelling, infusing her films with a rich tapestry of cultures, flavors, and traditions.

"With each frame she captures, AYEBEA BZ DARKO challenges stereotypes, shatters boundaries, and celebrates the resilience and beauty of the human spirit. As she continues to illuminate screens around the world, she reminds us of the transformative power of storytelling and the indomitable strength of the human heart.”