The equipment, which includes stage lighting systems, sound equipment, and other technical theatre tools, was unveiled at a ceremony held at the National Theatre recently.

This donation is part of an ongoing cultural exchange and collaboration project between Ghana and Germany, marking another milestone in the partnership between the National Theatre of Ghana and the German Theatre Group. 

The collaboration follows a series of engagements and technical workshops conducted in October and November 2025.

The event was attended by key stakeholders, including management and staff of the National Theatre of Ghana, representatives from the German Theatre Group, and Hon. Yussif Issaka Jajah, Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts. 

This donation is expected to significantly enhance the Theatre's production capacity, providing practical support for training and live performances, and further solidifying Ghana's position in the global theatre scene.

The collaboration also featured a two-week technical training workshop for the Theatre’s production crew and a joint performance titled “MOMO”, which showcased the creative synergy between Ghanaian and German artists. The unveiling of the equipment symbolizes the sustainability of this partnership and the tangible benefits of international cultural cooperation.

Speaking at the ceremony, the acting Executive Director of the National Theatre, Mr. Henry Herbert Malm expressed appreciation to the German delegation for their generosity and vision, describing the donation as a timely boost to Ghana’s creative infrastructure.

The Project Lead of the German delegation, Christoph Hans-Erwin Stenftenagel expressed his appreciation to the management and staff of the National Theatre for the collaboration. He stated the valuable experience he together with his team gained and looks forward to future collaborations with the Theatre.

Hon. Yussif Issaka Jajah, the Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts expressed the government of Ghana’s appreciation and assured the German delegation that the equipment will be put to judicious use.

The event underscores the Theatre’s ongoing efforts to build global partnerships that strengthen Ghana’s creative ecosystem and position the National Theatre as a center of excellence for performance, education, and artistic exchange.