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Martha Ankomah on colourism in Ghana’s film industry: 'The pressure to bleach was too much'

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Martha Ankomah on colourism in Ghana’s film industry: ‘The pressure to bleach was too much’ Featured Kweku Zurek Showbiz News Apr – 02 – 2025 , 20:43 2 minutes read Ghanaian actress Martha Ankomah has opened up about colourism in the local movie industry, revealing that dark-skinned actors often faced discrimination and pressure to bleach […] The post Martha Ankomah on colourism in Ghana’s film industry: ‘The pressure to bleach was too much’ app…

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Martha Ankomah Exposes Colourism in Ghana’s Film Industry - Commonwealth Union

Diaspora (Commonwealth Union) _ Ghanaian actress Martha Ankomah has spoken out about the deep-rooted issue of colourism in the local movie industry, revealing how dark-skinned actors have faced discrimination and pressure to lighten their skin in order to secure roles. During the PCH Hangouts 2025 Edition at ICGC New Wine Temple, East Legon, Ankomah recalled a moment when a producer bluntly criticized her complexion. “Martha, you are too black… …

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