Makeup Ghana

Makeup Ghana — organization developing the Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report in collaboration with the University of Ghana to assess the sector's economic contribution and growth prospects.

2026-05-212026-09-13

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May 2026
21 MayJoy Online
… We are creating a platform where ideas, innovation, and investment converge to shape enduring African brands.” With strategic partnerships spanning international markets, including collaboration between Makeup Ghana and the ACE Group (India & Dubai), the Expo continues to positio …
Legacy Expo 2026 set to mark a decade of impact in Africa’s beauty & wellness industry

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Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report development launched at stakeholder workshop

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A stakeholder workshop has been held to begin developing the inaugural Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report, a comprehensive assessment of the sector's economic contribution, employment, skills development, manufacturing, regulation, and growth prospects. The workshop, organised by Makeup Ghana in collaboration with the University of Ghana, brought together government institutions, regulatory bodies, academia, financial institutions, and industry representatives.

10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 10 September

Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report development launched at stakeholder workshop
A stakeholder workshop has been held to begin developing the inaugural Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report, a comprehensive assessment of the sector's economic contribution, employment, skills development, manufacturing, regulation, and growth prospects. The workshop, organised by Makeup Ghana in collaboration with the University of Ghana, brought together government institutions, regulatory bodies, academia, financial institutions, and industry representatives.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 8 September

Makeup Ghana launches inaugural beauty and wellness industry report
Makeup Ghana and the University of Ghana's College of Humanities have begun developing the first Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report, a comprehensive assessment of the nation's beauty and wellness sector. The report aims to fill a gap in reliable industry data by providing analysis of the sector's economic contribution, business landscape, workforce, consumer trends, and investment opportunities.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

Lawyer calls for cosmetology council to formalise Ghana's beauty sector
Elsie Appau-Klu has called for the establishment of a cosmetology council and formalisation of Ghana's beauty and wellness industry, arguing this will unlock its potential for youth employment, entrepreneurship, and revenue generation. She noted the sector, which ranges from hairdressing to spa services, employs and serves millions of Ghanaians but remains largely informal despite its economic importance.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 19 June

Makeup Ghana launches inaugural beauty and wellness index report
Makeup Ghana has commissioned the Ghana Beauty & Wellness Index, a biennial evidence-based report designed to track the industry's economic size, workforce, and growth trends. The inaugural 2026 edition will document five core areas including the industry's size and GDP share, practitioner and business numbers, and certification levels.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

Legacy Expo celebrates 10-year milestone at UPSA venue
The 10th anniversary edition of Legacy Expo, formerly the Africa Makeup & Beauty Fair, drew nearly 400 exhibitors and key players from Africa and the Middle East to showcase beauty, cosmetics, and wellness products at the University of Professional Studies, Accra on June 3, 2026. CEO Rebecca Donkor announced a strategic partnership with Ace Group to expand international collaborations and position West Africa as a regional hub for the sector.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →
10th Beauty, Cosmetics exhibition opens in Accra with 10-country participation
The 10th Beauty, Cosmetics and Wellness West Africa Ghana exhibition, held at UPSA Auditorium in Accra from 3–5 June 2026, brought together exhibitors from more than 10 countries including Turkey, India, South Africa, the UAE and Egypt. The three-day event aims to highlight growing opportunities in Ghana's beauty sector and connect international manufacturers with Ghanaian businesses and consumers.
5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghanaian cosmetics SMEs say local products meet international standards
Small and Medium-Scale Enterprises in the beauty and cosmetics industry say Ghanaian products are made with precision and finesse comparable to foreign ones and meet both local and international market requirements. The SMEs made these claims at the 10th Beauty, Cosmetics and Wellness West Africa Ghana Expo at the University of Professional Studies, Accra.
5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 4 June

2026 Legacy Expo opens in Accra with 300+ exhibitors
The 2026 Legacy Expo, formerly the Africa Makeup & Beauty Fair, opened in Accra with more than 300 exhibitors showcasing beauty, cosmetics and wellness products. The three-day event runs through Friday, June 5, 2026, at the UPSA Auditorium and marks 10 years since the expo's launch in 2016.
4 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 3 June

Turkish cosmetic firms seek Ghanaian partners at Legacy Expo
Turkish beauty and cosmetics firms are showcasing their brands at the 10th Legacy Expo at UPSA, with leading companies actively seeking local Ghanaian distributors to expand their presence in West Africa. Ojuvi Perfume House, a premium fragrance brand under M3 Cosmetics, is among the exhibitors drawing strong interest from local entrepreneurs and retailers.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

Africa's largest beauty expo set for June 2026
The 2026 Legacy Expo, a decade-milestone edition of Africa's largest beauty and wellness trade exhibition, will convene over 300 exhibitors and 1,000+ industry professionals from June 3–5, 2026 at UPSA Auditorium in Ghana. The event, formerly the Africa Makeup & Beauty Fair, will feature networking, panel discussions, product demonstrations, and startup pitch sessions.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

Legacy Expo 2026 to mark beauty industry's decade anniversary
Legacy Expo 2026, the 10th edition of Africa's largest beauty and wellness trade exhibition, will take place June 3–5, 2026, at UPSA Auditorium and is expected to host over 300 exhibitors and attract 1,000+ industry professionals from across Africa and beyond.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →