Culture
Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Rocky Dawuni, Wiyaala and Amandzeba Set to Headline African Festival Concert in Accra
Ghana’s capital is preparing to host one of the most significant Pan-African music events of the year as legendary South African icon Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Ghana’s Rocky Dawuni, Wiyaala, and highlife trailblazer Amandzeba Nat Brew headline the African Festival (TAF) Concert on December 30, 2025.
Scheduled for the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC), the concert will serve as the grand finale of the three-day African Festival, a flagship cultural experience anchoring Ghana’s globally celebrated Detty December season. Gates open at 7pm, with performances beginning at 8pm.
Billed by organisers as a “landmark Pan-African music night,” the concert is expected to attract thousands of music lovers, diaspora visitors and international tourists, reinforcing Accra’s growing reputation as Africa’s December cultural capital.
A multi-generational celebration of African sound
This year’s African Festival Concert brings together some of the continent’s most influential voices across generations and genres. Yvonne Chaka Chaka, widely known as the Princess of Africa, brings a catalogue that has defined African popular music for more than three decades. Rocky Dawuni, a four-time GRAMMY Awards nominee, is set to deliver his globally recognised Afro-roots sound rooted in peace, culture and social consciousness.
Ghana’s own Wiyaala, often described as the Lioness of Africa, is expected to electrify audiences with her powerful vocals and commanding stage presence, while Amandzeba Nat Brew, a living legend of Ghanaian highlife, anchors the night in heritage and tradition. Also on the bill are Bessa Simons of the iconic Osibisa band and The Adaha Band, whose contemporary live sound is expected to elevate the concert experience.
Together, the artistes promise a rare blend of rhythm, dance, history and cultural pride, celebrating African excellence on a global performance scale.
Part of a three-day Pan-African cultural journey
The concert crowns the African Festival, running from December 28 to 30, 2025, curated as a holistic cultural immersion designed to position Ghana as Africa’s leading December tourism destination.
The festival opens on December 28 with Don Quixote Africa, a bold African reinterpretation of the 1605 literary classic, reimagined within the Gonja Kingdom by playwright Latif Abubakar. On December 29, audiences will experience The Second Coming of Nkrumah: The Musical, a large-scale theatrical production envisioning the return of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
Beyond stage performances, festival-goers will enjoy a wide range of cultural experiences, including The Den of History with fireside storytelling and film screenings, Sahara-inspired camel rides, iconic African installations, contemporary art and craft markets, an African food village, and dedicated family and children’s zones.
Strengthening Ghana’s creative economy
The African Festival Concert is presented by Globe Productions in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), ECOWAS Bank (EBID), MoMo (Mobile Money), the Embassy of Spain, and Joy Entertainment. Organisers say the collaboration underscores the festival’s role in advancing Ghana’s creative economy, cultural diplomacy and international tourism footprint.
Tickets and access
Tickets are already on sale, with prices set at GH¢300 for standard access and GH¢500 for VIP. Purchases can be made via www.theafricanfestival.com or by dialing 4471092#. The ticket hotline is 0571 900 900. With strong diaspora interest and December travel demand, organisers expect tickets to sell out quickly.
As Accra gears up for another high-energy December, the African Festival Concert is shaping up as a defining moment of Detty December 2025 — a night where Africa’s rhythm, history and unity take centre stage.
Festivals & Events
Why the DIVA Principle Conference Is Becoming a Must-Attend Event in Ghana
Every April, the city of Accra becomes a crossroads of ideas, faith, and culture. In 2026, one of the most anticipated gatherings on the city’s calendar will once again bring together women from across Ghana and beyond: the The D.I.V.A. Principle Conference 2026.
Taking place from April 9 to 11 at ICGC Christ Temple East, the three-day conference promises more than inspirational speeches. It is designed as an immersive experience where spirituality, leadership, and personal development intersect. For many attendees, the event has become a yearly moment of reflection, learning, and community building.
The conference is led by Michelle McKinney Hammond, an internationally known author and relationship expert whose teachings have influenced audiences around the world. Through her ministry and conferences, Hammond has consistently focused on helping women discover purpose and cultivate resilience.
The name “D.I.V.A.” stands for Divine Inspiration for Victorious Attitude, a theme that captures the spirit of the gathering. The conference aims to equip women with spiritual insight, practical leadership skills, and the confidence to pursue their goals with clarity and intention.
Over the years, the event has grown into a vibrant platform that blends motivational teaching with cultural exchange. Speakers expected at the 2026 edition include internationally respected voices such as Priscilla Shirer and television host Kristi Watts. Ghanaian audiences will also hear from influential local voices, including Oheneyere Gifty Anti and Nhyira Otabil-Allotey.
Beyond the keynote sessions, the atmosphere of the conference is intentionally curated to encourage connection and conversation. Attendees can expect interactive discussions, mentorship moments, and networking opportunities that bring together women from different professional and cultural backgrounds.
One of the highlights is the exclusive D.I.V.A. Brunch, a relaxed setting where participants can engage speakers directly through live question-and-answer sessions. These intimate conversations often become the most memorable moments of the conference, allowing participants to share personal stories and practical advice.
For visitors travelling to Ghana, the conference offers a unique window into the country’s vibrant faith community and its strong culture of women’s leadership. Ghanaian churches have long served as spaces where social conversations about identity, family, and ambition unfold, and gatherings like this demonstrate how those traditions continue to evolve.
For local attendees, the experience offers something equally valuable: the opportunity to pause, reconnect with purpose, and build meaningful relationships with women pursuing similar aspirations.
As the April dates approach, organisers are already reminding prospective attendees that seats are limited. For those seeking inspiration, connection, and a renewed sense of direction, the 2026 D.I.V.A. Principle Conference promises three days that could reshape how women approach their future.
Reels & Social Media Highlights
How NAM1, Sam George, and Amoako Attah Stole April 2nd
If you listened closely to the Ghanaian internet on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026, you didn’t hear silence. You heard a dondo—a talking drum—beating three different rhythms at once.
One for justice delayed. One for a politician’s ghost of promises past. And one for a man of God who says the sky is bending low.
Let me walk you through the feeds.
The Gold That Would Not Speak
It started in the morning. A court in Accra opened its doors, and the ghost of Menzgold walked in.
Nana Appiah Mensah—NAM1—was supposed to testify via video link. Thousands of customers, their life savings turned to dust, leaned forward on their phones. They wanted to see him answer.

Instead, the court said: “Technical challenges.”

Just like that, the case slipped to April 16th. Twitter erupted. A user named @RealAbuTrica posted the line that became the anthem of the day:
“The real Abu Trica. Meanwhile, the hunter who stole a fowl has been jailed for three years.”
You see, in Ghana, we remember. A few weeks ago, a man was sentenced for stealing a hunter’s catch. But a gold dealer? He walks free, delayed by “bad Wi-Fi.” The joke wrote itself. The anger was real.

The Video That Refuses to Die
Just as the NAM1 storm was peaking, a different ghost appeared.
Sam George—the fiery Communications Minister—was trending for something he used to say. Old clips crawled out of the archives. In them, a younger, opposition Sam George points a finger at then-candidate John Mahama:
“You will know no peace until the anti-LGBTQ+ bill is passed.”
The comments section became a courtroom. “He was loud when he had nothing,” one person wrote. “He is quiet now that he has power.”
Then musician Wanlov stepped in. He posted:
“Encouraging to see Mahama shift focus. The bill is a distraction.”
And just like that, the political internet split in two. Old loyalties vs. new realities. The video kept looping. The debate kept burning.
The Prophet and the Panic
By afternoon, the tone shifted.
Apostle Francis Amoako Attah released a video. His voice was low. Urgent. He didn’t name the danger, but he said: Pray. Fast. Watch.”
Within hours, Facebook Live streams were filled with trembling voices. Some called for three days of national fasting. Others rolled their eyes. “He has done this before. Nothing will happen. Stop spreading anxiety,” read a top comment on his Facebook page.
But that’s the thing about prophecies in Ghana. Even the skeptics check their doors twice. Even the non-believers share the video—just in case. The algorithm loved it. The people? Half terrified, half exhausted.
Why This All Matters
Ghanaian social media is not just entertainment. It is a living archive of our contradictions.
We chase justice for the poor while the rich buy adjournments. We demand fire from our leaders, then punish them when the fire burns too hot. We laugh at prophecies, but we don’t sleep soundly after watching them.
On April 2nd, 2026, the internet didn’t just trend. It told a story about who we are right now: angry, hopeful, spiritual, and deeply, deeply online.
And somewhere in Accra, a young person refreshed their feed at midnight, smiled at the chaos, and whispered:
“Only in Ghana.”
Festivals & Events
Woman But A Builder Conference 2026: A Day of Faith, Confidence, and Renewal in Accra
On a warm May morning in Accra, women from different walks of life will gather for a day that blends faith, personal reflection, and empowerment. The Woman But A Builder Conference 2026 is not simply another conference on the calendar. It is a space where stories are shared, confidence is renewed, and belief—often the first brick in any life-changing journey—is carefully rebuilt.
Set for Saturday, May 23, the conference carries the theme “If You Can Believe” – Mark 9:23, a message rooted in the idea that belief shapes what women can build in their lives, families, and communities.
Across Ghana, women play central roles in shaping society—running businesses, guiding households, leading ministries, and supporting entire communities. Yet many quietly carry the weight of self-doubt. This gathering addresses that inner struggle by encouraging women to reconnect with their identity and purpose.
The day’s sessions explore that journey step by step. Conversations such as “I Believe I Am – Reclaiming Identity” invite participants to reflect on who they are beyond daily responsibilities. “I Believe I Can – Standing in Capacity” focuses on recognizing personal strength and potential, while “I Believe Again – Restoration After Broken Places” speaks to healing and renewal after difficult seasons.
Each session combines teaching, prayer, and heartfelt testimonies, creating an atmosphere that feels both reflective and uplifting.
Visitors can expect a lively environment shaped by the rhythm of Ghanaian gatherings—music that lifts the spirit, moments of communal prayer, and spontaneous conversations that continue long after sessions end.
Attendees often arrive as strangers but leave having formed new connections. For those unable to attend in person, virtual access ensures the message reaches audiences far beyond the capital.
For international visitors interested in Ghana’s spiritual and social life, the conference offers a glimpse into the country’s strong faith culture and the growing movement to support women’s leadership.
For local participants, it provides a rare pause from daily responsibilities—a day dedicated to rediscovering confidence and possibility.
With complimentary attendance and limited seating, early registration is essential. Whether attending in person or online, the Woman But A Builder Conference 2026 promises a powerful reminder that belief is often where every meaningful structure begins.
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