Latoya Cantrell, the Mayor of New Orleans (USA), has revealed that it has been a priority for him and his office to continue fostering relationships with cultural artists in Ghana.
After being quoted in a social media post by blogger and journalist Charming Mustafa Nii Okai Inusah among a long list of celebrities and personalities styled by the mayor, global kente brand, Homeda Kente, she said she met Homeda Kente when He was working. Artists’ exhibition at the Global Economic Forum.
She continued that during the exhibition, there was a live demonstration of the history of kente weaving, kente cloth in Homeda, as well as wonderful fabric samples available for guests to experience.
They concluded that since their meeting, continuing to foster relationships with cultural artists in Ghana has been a priority.
In a reply the CEO of Homeda Kente Amos Homeda Osei, thanked the mayor, and Alana Harris, Deputy (Arts and Culture) in the Mayor’s Office for supporting the Kente brand.