After an extraordinary 5 days and a few hours, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum concluded her musical challenge, having sung continuously for an impressive 126 hours. This feat surpasses the official 105-hour mark set by India’s Sunil Waghmare, the former Guinness World Record holder.

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Embarking on her record-setting journey on December 24, 2023, and continuing through to the stroke of midnight on December 29, 2023, the dedicated women's advocate demonstrated remarkable endurance in her quest for the longest singing marathon by an individual.How long did Afua Asantewaa Aduonum sing for? Unofficially, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum's singing marathon lasted for 126 hours, 52 minutes, and some seconds.

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This means she extended her performance by an additional 21 hours beyond the 105-hour record set by Sunil Waghmare in 2012.Who currently holds the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon? Renowned Indian vocalist Sunil Waghmare officially holds the Guinness World Record for a non-stop singing marathon, achieving an impressive 105 hours.

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Sunil Waghmare, a celebrated singer, received recognition from his city for securing his place in the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon.Commencing his singing journey at the age of 14, Waghmare completed three basic music classes. According to him, his guru, Bhaskarrao Moroney, imparted comprehensive knowledge, and Waghmare never looked back.

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What's next for Afua Asantewaa and her Singathon? Following her groundbreaking achievement and the establishment of a new record at 126 hours, Afua and her team will submit their evidence to the Guinness World Record board for review. It's important to note that the reported 126 hours may undergo adjustments due to time delays and other factors.

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Despite only having a brief 20-minute break after every four hours during her challenge, the former beauty queen and emerging journalist stood her ground and delivered over 1000 songs.Special thanks are due to Ghanaians who turned out in large numbers to cheer and support her, thronging the Akwaaba Village, with some even staying overnight.

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The next step involves the review of the evidence submitted to Guinness World Records, who will then make an official announcement regarding whether Afua Asantewaa successfully achieved the feat or not.In the meantime, Afua Asantewaa has brought pride to the country, demonstrating strength and courage. She has emerged as a miniature star, showcasing to Ghanaians that we can accomplish anything we set our eyes and hearts on.

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