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GTA supports Afua Asantewaa to break GWR for the Longest Singing Marathon
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Akwasi Agyeman has commended Afua Asantewaa for her bold attempt to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the Longest Singing Marathon (Sing-A-Thon).
Mr Agyeman who endorsed the attempt and is providing logistics support, through the GTA said, the attempt would promote the country and must be supported by all.
“I think it is a bold attempt by her to try and break the current record of 105 hours and as a tourism authority, we have thrown our weight behind her because what she is doing is noble and inspiring. It will inspire a lot of young Ghanaians to go beyond their limit,” he said during a press conference in Accra on Wednesday.
“It will also put Ghana on the map, in a big way. People would hear about Ghana and explore travelling opportunities to the country,” he stressed.
Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum, a highly ambitious Ghanaian lady would attempt to break the GWR for Sing-A-Thon from December 23-28 at the Akwaaba Village near the Kotoka International Airport.
She is expected to sing for 117 hours within five days to break the record set by India’s Sunil Waghmare for 105 hours in 2012.
Afua Asantewaa must be able to sing over 3000 songs with each song not more than two minutes long. She would also sing strictly Ghanaian songs as part of efforts to promote Ghanaian music from gospel, highlife, hiplife to Afrobeats and more.
According to Mr Agyeman, the move provides a huge opportunity for the GTA and Ghanaians to patronize and support their own.
The GTA, he said, had set up the Akwaaba Village for people to come in and have drinks, buy clothes, food and everything Ghanaian and use the same as a period to promote the country.
For GTA, he said, they associate with anything creative that would promote the country and the initiative of using talent to promote Ghanaian music was worth supporting.
“Through the power of social media, we are going to leverage this to promote Ghana and ensure that globally, everyone will hear of Ghana after the attempt,” he promised.
Afua Asantewaa on her part said, “I am ready for the challenge and call on all Ghanaians to come on board to support. This is just not for me but the country as a whole,” she stated.
She thanked Ghanaians for their massive support so far and urged all to pray for her while she takes the journey from the dawn of December 23.
By Michael D. Abayateye
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has launched Heritage Month to project the country’s rich culture and national identity.
The launch took place at Nationalism Park on Monday, March 2, 2026.
This year’s celebration, under the theme, “Experience Ghana, My Heritage, My Pride (Taste 69@69),” also marked the launch of the historic Vodza Regatta.
Speaking at the launch, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie emphasized the role of tourism, culture and the creative arts in driving jobs, empowering youth and women, and stimulating domestic tourism.
She commended President John Dramani Mahama for offering to be the culture ambassador extraordinary.
According to her, the tourism and creative sector, as the biggest service provider, needs support because it has what it takes to create a lot of employment for Ghanaians.
The minister also charged schools, corporate Ghana, and everyone to visit local tourist sites across the country and enjoy the local cuisines.
She also commended the Ghana Culture Forum and the National Folklore Board for advancing Ghana’s heritage recognition efforts.
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GTA, Maame Efua Houadjeto, noted that Heritage Month is both a cultural celebration and an economic activation strategy, with activities including discounted access to heritage sites.
Mrs. Efua Houadjeto noted that there would be “Taste 69@69” culinary showcase, a nationwide Heritage Caravan, Akwaaba Festival, Asa Baako Festival, Akple Festival, Kenkey Festival, Independence Open Mic Concert, and Ghana Day, among others.
She revealed that there would be the unveiling of a revitalised GTA digital platform and an enhanced Ghana Travel portal.
Present at the launch were the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Yussif Issaka Jajah, Ghana Tourism Development Company boss, Prof. Kobby Mensah, Deputy GTA CEO, Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, other sector directors, traditional authorities, diplomatic representatives, stakeholders and the media.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Ghanaian gospel artist Enuonyam Akuffo Tuffour, known in the showbiz circles as Enuonyam, has released her much-awaited album dubbed ‘Jesus Given’.
The six-track album is made up of songs like Jesus Given, Be Still featuring Luigi Maclean, Kyere Me Kwan featuring Kweku Teye, I Will Not Be Moved, Holy Ghost, and Hallelujah Holy.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro during an exclusive listening session, Enuonyam said, “‘Jesus Given’ is a summary of what Jesus did on the cross for humanity and the benefit thereof.”
She added that it is an album inspired by John 15:13, which speaks of the greatest gift given to humanity: Jesus Christ, who later died for humanity.
Touching on the production process, she said it was a smooth process working on the album: “Everything worked as planned from collaboration to all those who played key roles in making the process possible.”
In a message to the public, the gospel musician said, “Everyone who is looking to experience Jesus intimately and beautifully should listen to the album.”
She was optimistic that the album would impact many lives and urged music lovers to stream Jesus Given, adding that the album is available on all streaming platforms.
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