Furthermore, Amb. Stephene Audrey Kpoto, discussed that the land donated is located in Montserrado county, where she is constructing a Mini-City project in Liberia.
Additionally, she urged the youths in the creative arena to neber give up as she announced that the construction of the First Historic Arts Academy in Liberia which is a state of tge art structure eith advanced studios and etc. is the first of its kind and is slated to open later this year respectively by August 2026.
She made the disclosure while speaking as a guest speaker during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Liberia Movie Union and the Sierra Leone Film Guild and Labour Union in Monrovia.
The Liberian entrepreneur , Empowerment Ambassador and artist emphasized the importance of creating opportunities for artists and young creatives to thrive.
Amb. Stephene Audrey Kpoto encouraged young people to value their talents, noting that Africa is increasingly coming together to promote the creative sector.
Highlighting the risk of talent loss due to limited opportunities, she stressed the need for a supportive ecosystem that nurtures and sustains creativity.
The CEO further urged young artists to remain resilient despite challenges, recognizing the power of arts, entertainment, and music to inspire change and amplify voices globally.
She also expressed her commitment to fostering collaboration among entertainers and young people, emphasizing the “One Africa” concept as a means of achieving broader impact.
Additionally, she unveiled plans for a tech-driven initiative, including the development of an application aimed at creating up to five million jobs for young people in Liberia.
The platform will enable entertainers to monetize their work, offering monthly income opportunities and performance-based bonuses.
A complementary tech hub will also provide training and resources for youth empowerment.
Amb. Stephene Audrey Kpoto, further disclosed partnerships with international institutions, including a Swiss Organisation , to promote exchange programs between Liberian artists and their counterparts in Europe and across Africa.
Plans are also underway to host a fashion show in Egypt following the Liberian launch, aimed at expanding global exposure for local talent, previous fashion show in honour of the boy child was hosted at Transcorp Hilton Abuja in Partnership with Gladi, Hilton hotels and other stakeholders.
According to Amb.Stephene Audrey Kpoto, these initiatives represent a significant investment in Liberia’s creative economy, with the potential to empower young artists, stimulate economic growth, and enhance cultural exchange on a global scale.
