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GTA and TOCO gear up for Hands Across Africa Festival today
• Hands Across Africa team
Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in collaboration with They Often Cry Outreach (TOCO) have expressed their preparedness to deliver an outstanding event today at “The Pre-Emancipation Day Festival” dubbed Hands Across Africa.
The event is scheduled to take place today, Saturday July 23, 2022 at the National Theatre, Accra.
Patrons of today’s event will witness wonderful performances from Taj Weekes, Eric Donaldson, Okyeame Kwame, MzVee and Black Rasta among other amazing musicians.
Hands Across Africa is an initiative by the Ghana registered foundation; TOCO of H.E Taj Weekes, a Goodwill Ambassador of the Government of Saint Lucia and UNICEF Ambassador for children in the Eastern Caribbean, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Beyond the Return Secretariat, GTA Diaspora Affairs (Office of the President) and YOKS Investments.
The initiative focuses on changing the life chances of the marginalised and under-privileged youth using engagement and mentorship through sports, creative arts and other educational enrichment and support programmes.
It also carries cultural exchange and a social agenda to raise funds to help close the gaps in education, youth at risk public health across the African continent.
This involves a group of international reggae and local artistes collaborating to stage series of festivals, mass concerts and expos, to raise funds that will go directly to support non-profit programmes for human empowerment, poverty alleviation and social support by vetted agencies of state among others.
Another objective of the initiative is to foster collaboration between international and local artistes and ultimately broaden the professional network of our African counterparts.
Organisers of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards 27 have announced “A Touch of Glitter as the official red carpet theme for this year’s ceremony.’’
In a statement issued on Thursday, April 16, Charterhouse indicated that the theme is designed to promote elegance and creativity while maintaining a refined fashion standard.
According to the organisers, the red carpet remains one of the most anticipated moments of the awards, offering artistes, celebrities, and guests the opportunity to express themselves through fashion while celebrating Ghanaian identity.
They explained that for this year’s edition, attendees are encouraged to include subtle elements of shimmer in their outfits.
This, they noted, can be done through fabric choices, embellishments, or accessories, with the focus on elegance rather than excess.
The statement added that the red carpet event will take place on May 9, 2026, at 7:06 pm, ahead of the main awards ceremony.
Head of Public Events and Communications at Charterhouse, Robert Klah, noted that the theme invites guests to explore creativity with sophistication while maintaining a polished appearance.
The organisers further assured that the event will continue to deliver a blend of music, fashion, and culture, making it a key highlight on Ghana’s entertainment calendar.
By Jacob Aggrey
The fourth edition of the fast-rising fashion and cultural event, the Slit and Kaba Festival, is set to take place on May 1 at the Legon City Mall in Accra.
Organised by Roots Africa, the festival aims to promote Ghanaian culture through the traditional Kaba and Slit outfit, known for its vibrant African prints and unique designs.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro ahead of this year’s edition, dubbed “Old School Kaba and Slit Meets Batakari,” the Founder of Roots Africa, Mrs. Deborah Kabutey-Djisah, popularly known as Manye Korngo, said the event has gained significant popularity over the years and promised an even bigger experience this time around.
“The intention is to revive old-school fashion while celebrating our revered Fugu, also known as Batakari, which has gained massive exposure in recent times,” she stated.
“It is also an opportunity to showcase our culture and demonstrate to young people how fashion has evolved over the years,” she added.
She further called on vendors to come on board to display their products and services, noting that thousands of patrons are expected to attend the event.
“Don’t miss the chance to have your brand featured on our flyers, make incredible sales, and be part of an unforgettable experience,” she urged.
According to her, the previous edition was a great success, attracting patrons from across the country. Due to the growing interest, a larger venue had to be secured to accommodate the anticipated crowd.
“I’m expecting ten times more people than we had at last year’s festival,” she added.
