Ghana’s Media Industry in Tears as Veteran Broadcaster Maame Korea Reportedly Dies
Ghana’s media fraternity has reportedly been plunged into mourning following the death of veteran television and radio personality Maame Korea, known privately as Mrs. Ama Wood.
Reports indicate that the respected broadcaster passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, after battling a prolonged illness. News of her death reportedly began spreading after close associates shared emotional messages on their WhatsApp statuses.
The heartbreaking development has left colleagues, former viewers and people who encountered her throughout her broadcasting career struggling to accept the reported loss.
Maame Korea was widely admired for using television and radio to highlight Ghanaian traditions, community development, human-interest stories and the inspiring journeys of ordinary people.
She rose to national prominence as the host of Afutusem on Metro TV Ghana. The program explored social customs, values, development issues and uplifting stories from communities across the country.
She later joined Atinka FM and Atinka TV, where she became the face of several notable programs, including Obrempong Ahyease and Nana Mmo. Through her work, she told the stories of successful Ghanaians, often focusing on the struggles they endured before achieving recognition.
Beyond presenting, Maame Korea reportedly served as a board member of Atinka Media Village, contributing to the organisation’s content direction and representing the media company at major industry events.
Her reported passing represents more than the loss of a broadcaster. For many viewers, she was a familiar voice who entered their homes, celebrated Ghanaian culture and gave people from different backgrounds an opportunity to tell their stories.
As tributes continue to pour in, Maame Korea will be remembered for her warmth, professionalism and commitment to community-centred broadcasting.
Further details surrounding her death and funeral arrangements were not immediately available at the time of publication.
May her soul rest in perfect peace.
