Actor and scriptwriter Anthony Blackmore Ayivor passes on

The film industry has been thrown into mourning following the demise of renowned actor and scriptwriter Anthony Blackmore Ayivor.

The National Film Authority (NFA) announced the death in a social media post describing his passing as a loss to the country’s film industry.

Until his passing, Mr Ayivor was the President of the Volta Movie Makers Association of Ghana (VMMAG), who contributed to the growth of Ghanaian cinema, with a particular interest in using film to educate audiences and inspire social change.

He was also part of the historic launch of Ghana Cinema Week in the Volta Region in 2024, an initiative that reflected his commitment to promoting Ghanaian films and strengthening the industry in the region.

In a statement mourning his death, the authority extended its condolences to his family, friends, colleagues and members of VMMAG, recognising his contribution to the film fraternity.

“His passing is a loss to the film fraternity. Your memory will always remain with us,” the NFA said, as it paid tribute to his work and dedication to Ghana’s film industry.