Ghanaians demand cancellation of Israeli festival in Accra, as Ambassador meets influencers to boost Israel's image A growing storm is brewing in Ghana over Israel’s public diplomacy drive. On one side, a coalition of more than 500 citizens and organisations is demanding the cancellation of an Israeli film festival slated for 17–20 September at Silverbird Cinema in Accra. On the other, Israel’s ambassador, Roey Gilad, is engaging Ghanaian influencers and policymakers in a bid to boost his country’s image and strengthen partnerships between Ghana and Israel. The coalition’s petition, trending with the hashtags...