Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 2.4K Winifred Esi Sam has been appointed as Ghana’s representative to compete in the upcoming Future Face of Africa set to be executed in just 5 days in Nigeria. This is the maiden edition of the modeling competition on the continent which will see contestants from various African countries locking heads on January 30, 2022, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. Winifred Ruled 2021 For those that have kept an eye on the Ghanaian world of models, there is no doubt the young and tall Winifred owned 2021 by proving to be very productive in the fields of runway modeling. Winifred’s whose modeling career kicked off in 2019 as the Face of Accra Fashion Week 2019 (as seen below) made a historical thrust featuring on Nivea’s billboards and Accra Fashion Week 2020 billboards across the country, after which she was then signed to Confidence Models during her reign. More Articles You Would Love Ghanaian Brand Roots By Linin Presents The ‘Wrapped’ Look Book #fGSTYLE: 15 Haute Off Shoulder Looks You Would Love Served By Oustanding Style Beauty, Tia Maria Nelson Why Brave Models Milan Selected Winifred Esinam As The New Face Of Accra Fashion Week in 2020, Winifred faced odds against her elder brother and contention with parents when trying to become a model at the age of 18 forgoing many tearful moments Though her beginning was tough, she couldn’t give up on dreams. She told us, “If you want something, go get it. None can stop you. Not even my family could stop me. I chose my career over my education because this is what I wanted to do”. Winifred At Afrochella Fashion Night Out 2021 Future Face Of Africa Casting There was casting held all over the continent in eight (8) countries: Senegal, Cameroon, Nigeria, Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya, Angola and Ghana. Ghana’s casting was hosted on October 30, 2021, by journalist Ekow Barnes and producer Emmanuel Ekuban. Many great talents turned up to win the only spot to represent Ghana. Two top ladies were considered, Farida Laryea and Winifred. Unfortunately, Farida could not join the task ahead due to travel complications. Winifred’s selection was publicized last week when she took to her instagram post to share her gratitude with the casting directors. Following a shameful performance by the Ghanaian football team in the Afcon Cup of Nations, a win by Winifred may just put the Ghanaian nation back on a smiling track. Future Face of Africa Takes The Centre Stage The Future Face of Africa is not the first of its kind. Back in the early 2000’s the elderly citizens across the African continent had the chance of experiencing the then very popular Face of Africa organized by Maxine, the event saw its last edition around 2006. Then Nigerian supermodel Oluchi launched Africa’s Next Top Model, hosting the very popular franchise by Tyra Banks. The event saw 2 editions and then tanked, giving birth to the very popular Amito Lagum from Uganda. Although, Future Face of Africa seems more promising in terms of duration. The event put together by Elohor is an extension of her work as the former organizer of Elite Model Look Nigeria. There is no public statement as to why the separation from the franchise, however, it is in good faith that her talent is being applied to a franchise born here right in Africa. Read more below. Future Face Africa 2022 Takes Place Next Week & Promises Africa A Fierce Continental Model Competition Read More Like This On Ghana Model Stories UPCOMING TOP EVENTS! VIEW ALL EVENTS Click Here To Submit stories Email: [email protected] or HashTag #FashionGHANA accra fashion weekaccra fashion week 2022afwkfuture face of africafuture face of africa 2021ghana modelwinifred esinamwinifred esiname Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail Nana Tamakloe Founder of FashionGHANA.com and Accra Fashion Week. I'm grateful you visited, I hope you share, subscribe and share your comments or opinions below. More For You #OOTD: Shams Berry Merges Elegance & Sultriness in Magbrien’s Striking Bustier Ensemble VIDEO: Watch The Moment Two Young Chinese Boys Were Over Excited To See... Muyishime Unleashes The ‘Conlang Collection’: A Bold Step Towards Inclusive Fashion #OOTD: Crochet Like You’ve Never Seen; Witness The Stunning Crochet/Kente Print Look By... #BIKINIBAE: Cute Grenadian Beauty Reysher Is Serving Stunning Swimwear With Unparalleled Grace &... VIDEO: Rihanna Promises Ayra Starr A Verse After Rick Ross Failed To Create... PICS: Top Influencer Krisline Stars in Fabulous ‘SISTERHOOD’ Images Featuring Sierra Leone Influencer... VIDEO: Watch Rihanna Take A Shot At Learning Congolese Language Lingala Hemadé Unveils ‘SWEET FAMILY’ Collection: A Nostalgic Blend Of Modernity And Vintage Elegance VIDEO: “Indians Used To Burn Their Hair Until They Realized Stupid African Women...