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Ga Mantse, Spanish Ambassador discuss Hola Accra Music Festival
April 4, 2026
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Ga Mantse, Spanish Ambassador discuss Hola Accra Music Festival

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Key Points

  • The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana met the Ga Mantse to discuss the upcoming Hola Accra Music Festival.
  • The festival, scheduled for April 24, 2026, at Ussher Fort in Jamestown, will celebrate Ghana-Spain musical heritage and collaboration.
  • It will feature Spanish band Mucho Mungo alongside Ghanaian bands Lipstick Queens, Akablay’s Abiza Band, and Dan Grahl’s Hyskuul Band.
  • Organized by the Spanish Agency for Cooperation, Embassy of Spain, MUSIGA, Creative Arts Agency, and others, with sponsors including Coca-Cola and La Liga.
  • The event aims to promote cultural exchange, artistic talent, and tourism, with intentions to become an annual fixture.

Why This Matters

This event is significant for Ghana as it fosters cultural diplomacy and strengthens bilateral ties with Spain through the arts. It provides a platform for Ghanaian artists to gain international exposure and could boost tourism, especially in Jamestown, contributing to the local economy and promoting Ghana's vibrant cultural scene globally.

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