Gen Z Manifesto | |
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Created by | Joojo Cobbinah |
Directed by | Reuben Banini |
Presented by | Tutuwaa Danso |
Country of origin | Ghana |
Original language | English |
No. of seasons | 1 |
No. of episodes | 5 |
Production | |
Executive producer | Joojo Cobbinah |
Producer | Ekow Boakye |
Editor | Abigail Sossah |
Camera setup | Multi-camera |
Running time | 23–30 minutes |
Original release | |
Network | GHOne TV |
Release | July 2024 – present |
Gen Z Manifesto is a Ghanaian television program that amplifies the voices of Generation Z on critical societal topics such as governance, social inclusion, creative arts, sports, the economy, and security. The show is structured as a manifesto written by and for Gen Zs, providing a platform for young people to express their ideas and perspectives on key issues.
The show is hosted by Tutuwaa Danso, produced by Ekow Boakye, and directed by Ruben Banini. It was created by Joojo Cobbinah, who also serves as the executive producer. The program uses a multi-camera setup, shot at both indoor and outdoor locations. [1]
The first season of *Gen Z Manifesto* consists of 5 episodes, each running between 23 and 30 minutes. It premiered in July 2024 on GHOne TV.
The first season of *Gen Z Manifesto* consists of 10 episodes, each running between 23 to 30 minutes. It premiered in July 2024 on GHOne TV.
No. | Title | Original air date | Duration | Summary |
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1 | "Election Hub" | July 29, 2024 | 23–30 minutes | Overview of governance issues discussed by Gen Z participants. This was aired as a segment of the launch of EIB Network's Election Hub. |
2 | "Meet the Gen Z Politicians" | September 27, 2024 | 23–30 minutes | National Democratic Congress faces off with Movement for Change, as Gen Z representatives argue out who deserves to leave opposition in the next government. |
3 | "Boy Talk" | October 4, 2024 | 23–30 minutes | Insights on Gen Z males and their thoughts of social issues affecting the Gen Z demographic. |
4 | "Hijabs and Mics " | October 11, 2024 | 23–30 minutes | Tutuwaa sits with three Gen Z Muslim ladies to talk gender, stigma and climate change - just hope they want it done. |
5 | "Ashaiman vs Unemployment " | October 18, 2024 | 23–30 minutes | Gen Zs born and living in Ashaiman lament neglect as all jobs are targeted at nearby Tema. |
The show covers a variety of important themes relevant to Generation Z, including:
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