If you find yourself in Accra on the 7th of March, 2026, forget whatever dinner plans you had. There is only one place to be, and it is at the Efua Sutherland Park.

The Kenkey Festival is turning ten. A decade ago, it started as a small gathering of people who simply loved this fermented staple too much to keep quiet about it. Today, it has grown into one of the most anticipated food gatherings on the Ghanaian calendar. And on March 7th, the park will fill up with smoke, music, and the unmistakable aroma of corn dough steaming in dried leaves.

What Happens at the Festival?

This is not a sit-down dinner. This is a carnival.

Vendors from across the country will set up stations, each serving their version of the perfect kenkey. You will find the classic Accra style—white, sour balls of Ga kenkey served with fried fish, raw pepper, and a side of shito that demands respect. Right next to them, you will spot the Fante people with their soft, wrapped dokono, darker in color and sweeter on the palate. The friendly arguments over which one is better usually last until the music starts.

And the music will start. Expect live bands, DJs spinning Highlife and Afrobeats, and a crowd that treats the walkways as dance floors. There are eating competitions for the brave, cooking demonstrations for the curious, and plenty of seats under the trees for those who just want to soak it in.

The 10th Anniversary Vibe

Reaching ten years is a milestone for any event in Accra. The organizers are promising something special. Think limited-edition merchandise, a look back at photos from the past decade, and a few surprises that nod to the journey from 2016 to 2026.

The atmosphere is family-friendly but lively. You will see toddlers wobbling with their first taste of kenkey, right next to uncles who have been eating it for sixty years. It is a day when Ghanaians from all walks of life come together, and tourists get a front-row seat to the real Accra.

Plan Your Day

The date is set: Saturday, the 7th of March, 2026.

The place: Efua Sutherland Park, right in the heart of the city.

Come hungry. Come with cash for the vendors. Bring a friend who doesn’t mind sharing a table. Whether you are a lifelong fan of kenkey or you have never tried it before, this festival is your invitation to taste, dance, and celebrate something truly local.

If you think you have seen everything Ghana has to offer, let me tell you about a place where time seems to stand still. Up in the Upper East Region, nestled among the rocky outcrops of the Tongo Hills, the Talensi people hold onto a tradition that refuses to fade. This is the Gologo Festival. It is not the kind of event where you show up for a quick photo and leave. It grabs hold of something deeper.

A Prayer Before the Planting

Picture this: it is the end of March, the dry season has parched the land, and the air shimmers with heat. The rains are just around the corner, and the soil waits for the first seeds. For the Talensi, you do not just rush into farming. You have to ask permission. You have to seek blessings. That is what Gologo—sometimes called the Golib Festival—is all about. It is a plea to the gods and ancestors for a good harvest, for plentiful rain, and for the community’s safety.

For three days, the celebration moves across different villages—Gorogo, Yinduri, and finally climaxes at Teng-Zug. This is not a loud, flashy street parade. It is raw and spiritual. The earth priests, known as the Tindaana, lead the way up to the sacred shrines tucked within the hills. They pour libations and offer sacrifices so that when the first millet is sown, it will grow strong.

The Look of Humility

What makes Gologo stand out from every other festival in the country is its look. If you visit during this time, you will notice something striking. The men wear only short knickers with a towel draped across their chest. The women wrap a long cloth from their chest down to their feet, their heads covered in fabric woven right there in the community. There is no room for flashy designer prints here. This simplicity is deliberate—it is about humility before the spirits. In fact, for a whole month leading up to the main event, you will not hear drums blasting or see people mourning loudly. Noise is forbidden. It is a time of quiet reflection.

Why You Belong There

As a tourist, you might wonder—is this something I can just walk into? The answer is yes, but you have to come with respect. The Ghana Tourism Authority has been pushing to repackage Gologo to attract more visitors, not to turn it into a circus, but to let the world see how culture can survive against all odds. Watching the Golob dancers move to rhythms that seem to shake the very ground is something else. They dress in what looks like war attire, clutching knives, moving with an energy that makes you forget your phone exists.

For the local Ghanaian reading this, especially those who grew up in the cities where these traditions feel distant, Gologo is a homecoming. It reminds you that our identity is not just in the highlife music or the jollof wars. It is in the earth. It is in the way our people look at the sky and talk to God before they plant a seed.

A Link to the Ancient World

The significance goes beyond the dancing. At its core, the festival reinforces the community’s belief in the Nnoo shrine, the spiritual bedrock of Talensi life. It is a time when the young learn the songs composed by the elders, when families come together, and when the past meets the present. If you time your visit right, usually around March or early April, depending on the moon, you will leave with more than just photos. You will leave with a story about people who refuse to let the modern world silence their prayers.

So pack light, leave the noisy distractions behind, and head to Teng-Zug. Let the earth shake beneath your feet.

Africa’s Property Future Takes Centre Stage at the 2026 Africa Real Estate Summit Awards and Expo

Africa’s real estate sector is stepping into a defining moment, and the Africa Real Estate Summit Awards and Expo 2026 is positioning itself as the meeting point for vision, capital, and innovation. Under the theme “Innovate, Invest, Inspire: The Future of African Real Estate,” the summit will bring together industry leaders, developers, investors, policymakers, and technology disruptors across four major African cities.

The multi-city format reflects the continent’s diverse property markets and growing demand for locally grounded, globally relevant conversations. The summit will make stops in Lagos on 27 June 2026 at the Lagos Oriental Hotel, followed by Abuja on 8 August 2026 at Novera Central. Accra will host the summit on 5 September 2026 at the Accra Marriott Hotel, before the final leg in Nairobi on 28 November 2026 at the Best Western Hotel.

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At its core, the summit is designed to move conversations beyond projections and into practical action. Participants can expect keynote addresses from industry voices shaping Africa’s built environment, alongside panel discussions that examine emerging trends such as affordable housing, sustainable construction, real estate financing, and proptech innovation. Brand and award presentations will spotlight excellence, while exhibition and networking sessions offer space for deal-making and collaboration.

The exhibition segment, priced at $700 per exhibitor space, is expected to attract developers, building material manufacturers, architects, real estate service providers, and technology firms seeking direct access to decision-makers and investors across markets.

A major highlight of the event is the Africa Real Estate Excellence Awards, which aim to recognise outstanding contributions across the value chain. Categories include Real Estate Agency of the Year, Affordable Housing Estate of the Year, Architectural Company of the Year, Paints Manufacturing Company of the Year, Real Estate Tech Innovation of the Year, Real Estate Financial Organization of the Year, and Real Estate Personality of the Year. These awards not only celebrate achievement but also help set benchmarks for professionalism, innovation, and impact within the sector.

For Ghana, hosting the Accra edition reinforces the country’s growing reputation as a real estate and investment hub in West Africa. It also provides local firms and professionals with a platform to showcase their work to continental and international audiences, while engaging with investors exploring opportunities across Africa’s rapidly urbanising cities.

With inquiries open for sponsorships, partnerships, participation, and travel arrangements, the Africa Real Estate Summit Awards and Expo 2026 is shaping up to be more than an industry gathering. It is a strategic platform where ideas meet capital, innovation meets opportunity, and Africa’s real estate future is actively reimagined.