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Prisca Abah

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Prisca Abah
Born (1999-12-13) December 13, 1999 (age 25)
Accra, Ghana
OccupationModel
Years active2012–present
Modeling information
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Hair colorBlack
Eye colorBrown

Prisca Abah (born December 13, 1999) is an award-winning Ghanaian model, philanthropist, event host, and youth advocate. Renowned for her achievements in modeling and pageantry, she has become a prominent figure in the fashion industry and a source of inspiration for young talents across Africa and beyond. Prisca's passion for modeling began at an early age. In 2014, she had her first editorial photoshoot with 5 Star International Modeling Agency, followed by her debut runway appearance at the Ghana Fashion Awards in 2015. These formative years laid the foundation for a remarkable career in the fashion industry.[1] The same year, she also won the Top Model of the Year award at the maiden Ghana Modelling Industry and Heroes Awards organized by the Models Union of Ghana (MODUGA).[2][3] Abah is the Director of Protocol of the United Nations Youth Ghana. As UN Youth Ambassador , As a passionate advocate for social change, Prisca co-founded the Palins Foundation (formerly the Elipsy Foundation) to support underprivileged youth, women, and children. Her impactful initiatives include:

  • Royal Seed Orphanage Donations (2018): Donated essential supplies and received a Certificate of Appreciation.
  • Winneba Municipal Hospital Donations (2019): Provided packages of detergents, buckets, and cot sheets for patients.
  • Feeding the Future Leaders Program (2019): Fed over 500 street children in Kaneshie Zongo with meals and beverages.
  • Youth Empowerment Workshops (2022): Trained over 100 youth in skills like bead-making, soap-making, and fashion design.
  • Grace Series Donations (2023): Supported widows and single mothers through donations and celebrations.

Her efforts extend to global advocacy as the Director of Protocol for United Nations Youth Ghana and a UN Youth Ambassador for SDG 12, representing Ghana at the 2nd Global Sustainable Rice Conference in Thailand in 2019.SDG 12, she represented Ghana at the 2nd Global Sustainable Rice Conference and Exhibition in Thailand in 2019.[4][5][6]

Career

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Abah has appeared at fashion shows in Ghana including Lagos Fashion and Design Week, Lagos fashion Awards, Ghana fashion awards, Fashion Gh weekend, Passion for fashion, Radford graduation fashion show and the Mercedes Benz African fashion Festival. She has worked with top fashion designers including Ejiro Amos Tafiri, Çharlotte Prive, Melanie Crane, Bello Edu, Nicolinegh, Quophi Akotuah, Adeziwavade, Larry J and Nallem Clothing.[7][8] Prisca has received numerous accolades throughout her career, such as:

  • Runway Model of the Year (2017, AFROMA)
  • Outstanding Woman Model of the Year (2018, GOWA)
  • SSA International Model of the Year (2019, South South Achievers Awards)
  • Excellence in Modeling (2022, Ghana Style Awards)
  • Best Model of the Year (2023, Time Ghana Arts and Entertainment Awards)

Awards

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  • Gh Top Model 4 Star Diamond Award winner[9]
  • Afroma Award-Runway Model off the Year 2017[10]
  • 2018 Woman Model of the Year – Ghana Outstanding Awards[11]
  • 2018 Top Model of the year – Ghana Modeling Industry and Heroes Awards[12]

References

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  1. ^ "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Adjudged 2018 Woman Model Of The Year". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  2. ^ "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Picks Another Prestigious Award". African Eye Report. 2018-12-18. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  3. ^ "Ghanaian model Prisca Abah taking the world by storm". www.ghanaweb.com. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  4. ^ Afric, +Vibez (2019-10-05). "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Storms Sustainable Rice Platform Conference In Thailand". Vibez Afric. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  5. ^ "Ghanaian Top Model Speaks at Sustainable Rice Platform Conference In Thailand". African Eye Report. 2019-10-06. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  6. ^ "United Nations Youth Ghana Sworn in New Heads". The Publisher Online. 2019-02-25. Retrieved 2019-10-09.
  7. ^ "Sleek Ambassador 2015 Model Search Finals (Winner Priscilla Agboada) – Fashion GHANA". Retrieved 2021-12-30.
  8. ^ "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Adjudged 2018 Woman Model Of The Year". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2021-12-30.
  9. ^ Ankiilu, Masahudu (2018-12-18). "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Picks Another Prestigious Award". African Eye Report. Retrieved 2021-12-30.
  10. ^ "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Speaks At Sustainable Rice Platform Conference In Thailand". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 2021-12-30.
  11. ^ Yakubu, Suad. "GOWA '19: Prisca Abah Wins Outstanding Woman Model | Zylofon News". Retrieved 2021-12-30.
  12. ^ ANKIILU, MASAHUDU (2018-12-18). "Ghanaian Top Model Prisca Abah Picks Another Prestigious Award". African Eye Report. Retrieved 2023-01-18.
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