Afua Asantewaa O. Aduonum and King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II are set to grace the Ohio Ghana Festival 2025, organizers have confirmed.

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The highly anticipated festival is scheduled to take place from July 31 to August 3, 2025, at the Discount Mall, 2765 S Hamilton Road, Columbus, Ohio. It promises to be a grand celebration of Ghanaian heritage and culture.

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Guinness World Records (GWR) contender Afua Asantewaa, also known in traditional circles as Nana Asantewaa Anomatsewaa I, will be among the distinguished personalities at the event. She will be performing at the festival, alongside King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, a key figure in Ghanaian chieftaincy and tradition.

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Themed "Bridging Cultures, Celebrating Heritage: Our Ghana Beyond Borders," the four-day festival aims to bring together individuals, families, and communities to celebrate Ghanaian traditions through cultural performances, music, dance, food, and educational activities.

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Speaking about the festival, Afua Asantewaa expressed her admiration for the initiative.

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"I must commend the organizers for putting together such a brilliant project. Indeed, it is an honor to be part of this festival. The theme sums up what we have been discussing over the years. I believe participants will leave the event empowered to transform their respective spheres of endeavor. And it is my prayer that the organizers make it an annual event," she stated.

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The Ohio Ghana Festival is more than just a cultural event—it is a celebration of heritage, unity, and the vibrant African spirit. It offers an immersive experience for Ghanaians, the diaspora, and lovers of African culture, fostering cultural pride and appreciation.

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