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Keche, Nero X, Kweku Bany, others for Ahanta Heritage Street Carnival
The heartbeat of Ahanta Heritage Month 2026 will echo through the streets of Agona Nkwanta on Sunday, July 26, as residents and visitors converge for what promises to be one of the biggest outdoor cultural and entertainment experiences in the Western Region.
Dubbed the ‘Ahanta Heritage Street Carnival,’ the event will combine music, culture, entrepreneurship and community celebration in an atmosphere designed to showcase the vibrancy of the Ahanta people while creating opportunities for local businesses and creative talents.
Hosted by the Member of Parliament for Ahanta West Constituency, Mavis Kuukua Bissue, the carnival forms part of the broader Ahanta Heritage Month celebrations aimed at promoting the constituency’s rich cultural identity and strengthening community participation.
Beginning at 2:00 p.m. in Agona Nkwanta, the event will feature an exciting Vendors Market alongside electrifying live stage performances from some of Ghana’s most celebrated entertainers, including Keche Global, Nero X, Kweku Bany and Hyndy.
Organisers say the carnival has been deliberately designed to go beyond entertainment. The Vendors Market will provide a platform for entrepreneurs, artisans, food vendors and small businesses to showcase their products and services while connecting directly with hundreds of patrons expected to attend. It is expected to stimulate local commerce and demonstrate how cultural festivals can contribute meaningfully to economic development.
The event also reflects the broader vision of Ahanta Heritage Month, which seeks to preserve the history of the Ahanta people while creating modern opportunities through tourism, enterprise and the creative economy. As part of the celebrations, participants will also have the opportunity to engage in activities that celebrate Ahanta’s heritage and deepen appreciation for its historical significance.
With an impressive line-up of performers, an energetic street atmosphere and a marketplace that celebrates local enterprise, the Ahanta Heritage Street Carnival is expected to attract music lovers, families, tourists and members of the Ahanta diaspora from across Ghana.
For many, it will be more than an afternoon of entertainment; it will be an opportunity to celebrate identity, support local businesses and experience the warmth, creativity and resilience of the Ahanta people.
On Sunday, July 26, Agona Nkwanta will not simply host a carnival; it will become a living showcase of Ahanta’s heritage, where culture meets commerce, history inspires the present, and music brings an entire community together.
Ghanaian musician Sparqlyn is set to release another big hit.
His latest release, ‘Rosina,’ features Germany-based Ghanaian musician, video director, and sound engineer TEENO (known privately as Eric Kwame Tamakloe).
TEENO’s project ‘Signs’ was recently accepted by the Grammys for official consideration in the ‘Album of the Year’ category. Now, ‘Rosina’ is making serious waves across the airwaves.
Coming shortly after the impressive reception to his previous single ‘Fameko,’ ‘Rosina’ is already receiving strong attention from music lovers and radio listeners.
This new song carries an infectious Afrobeats and Hiplife feel while maintaining the romantic direction that characterised ‘Fameko,’ Sparqlyn’s 2026 Highlife collaboration with Ziya.
‘Fameko’ marked an important moment in Sparqlyn’s musical journey, with the love-themed highlife record receiving positive reactions from music lovers and media platforms following its June 2026 release.
The song became one of the highlights of his 2026 output, ranking high on multiple charts.
‘Fameko’ has also bagged Sparqlyn two top nominations: “Highlife Song of the Year” and “Artist of the Year” at the 2026 Stars Awards.
The combination of a romantic storyline, Afrobeats rhythm, and Hiplife influence give the song a sound that fits comfortably into the current Ghanaian music landscape.
The timing of the song’s release could also prove significant for the award-winning artiste. Sparqlyn recently secured two nominations at the 2026 Ghana Youth Empowerment Awards, where he is in contention for Youth Empowerment Advocate of the Year and Outstanding Youth Personality of the Year.
With ‘Fameko’ having established strong momentum earlier in the year and ‘Rosina’ now beginning to enjoy significant airplay, Sparqlyn appears to be ending another eventful chapter of his musical career on a high note.
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Ghanaian highlife and Afrobeats singer Kuami Eugene Marfo known in showbiz circles as Kuami Eugene has urged fellow musicians and entertainers to use their influence on social media and other platforms to champion causes that positively impact society.
The award-winning artiste made the call during a UNICEF Ghana birth registration advocacy campaign in Bepoase in the Ayensuano District of the Eastern Region, where he joined officials from UNICEF Ghana and the Births and Deaths Registry to raise awareness about the importance of registering children at birth.
He explained that artistes wield significant influence and should leverage platforms such as TikTok, Facebook and Instagram to amplify important social initiatives and encourage behavioural change.
The musician, who has partnered UNICEF Ghana on several child-focused campaigns, said he had a special interest in issues affecting children and was committed to supporting efforts that improved their welfare and future opportunities.
He noted that birth registration was critical because it established a child’s legal identity and ensured recognition as a Ghanaian citizen.
The advocacy drive forms part of UNICEF Ghana’s efforts to improve birth registration rates across the country through community engagements, public education and collaboration with traditional authorities.
The musician said he remained focused on creating quality music while continuing to support social causes that contribute to national development, particularly initiatives aimed at improving the lives of children. –GNA
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