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April 3, 2026
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Carnival fever grips Gomoa as Bonfire Night delivers thrilling opener
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Key Points
- The 2026 Gomoa Easter Carnival commenced with a massive Bonfire Night at Crown Forest Resort, attracting thousands of revellers.
- The opening event featured a lively torchlight procession and music from Kwan Pa Band, setting an electric atmosphere.
- Day Two includes diverse activities such as a tennis tournament, health screening, and a fashion show.
- Later on Day Two, celebrated Ghanaian music icons like Samini, Kofi Nti, and KK Fosu are scheduled to perform live at Gomoa Ekwamkrom Community Park.
- Organizers urge public participation, highlighting the carnival's role in showcasing Gomoa's cultural richness and creating economic opportunities.
Why This Matters
The Gomoa Easter Carnival is significant for Ghana as it boosts domestic tourism and cultural promotion, drawing visitors to the Gomoa region. It stimulates local economies by increasing patronage for businesses and provides a platform for entertainment and cultural expression for citizens and artists.
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July 9, 2026
MJtheComedian marks 10 years of culture, community service and creativity with Dashiki Festival
- The Dashiki Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary in Ghana from July 14th to 18th, 2026, under the theme #RiseWithMJtheComedian.
- What started as a community health walk has evolved into a five-day youth-driven cultural festival promoting healthy living, culture, and creativity.
- The expanded programme for 2026 includes an eight-team football tournament, a retro-inspired Dashiki Fashion Competition, and the signature Dashiki Health Walk.
- Founded by Timothy Musa Jnr. Abaadu (MJtheComedian), the festival serves as a platform for young fashion designers, athletes, musicians, and content creators to showcase their talents and discover opportunities.
- The 2026 edition is anticipated to be the largest in the festival's history, reflecting its growth, resilience, and commitment to youth empowerment and community building.
July 9, 2026
Eastern Corridor Road to undergo full asphalt reconstruction, not patch repairs – Roads Minister
- The Minister for Roads and Highways announced a full reconstruction of sections of the Eastern Corridor Road.
- The government will now use asphalt pavement instead of continuing with temporary patch repairs on the existing surface-dressed road.
- This decision follows technical assessments revealing the corridor has exceeded its design life and requires a more permanent solution.
- The reconstruction involves replacing the road base and applying a stronger asphalt surface to ensure lasting value and durability.
- The initiative aims to improve road safety, strengthen connectivity, reduce maintenance costs, and support economic activities along the corridor.
July 9, 2026
Ibrahim Mahama to pay hospital bills of Ghana’s tallest man battling gigantism
- Businessman Ibrahim Mahama has pledged to fully cover the medical expenses of Abdul-Samed Sulemana, known as Awuche, Ghana's tallest man.
- Awuche's health deteriorated due to gigantism complications, leading to a referral to Tamale Teaching Hospital.
- Doctors at TTH recommended amputation of Awuche's left leg due to a severe infection.
- Ibrahim Mahama's aide confirmed the commitment, assuring coverage of all medical costs and surgery.
- Awuche has safely arrived at Tamale Teaching Hospital and has commenced the necessary medical procedures.