52 m. ago Two Key Suspects Remanded Over Homowo Festival Triple Murder

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/two-key-suspects-remanded-over-homowo-festival-triple-murder/Two men have been remanded in custody for their alleged roles in deadly clashes that left three people dead during Ghana’s traditional Homowo Festival celebrations in Accra last month. Christian Saka Ahianyevi, 35, a private security officer, and Newton Allotey, 26, a dispatch rider, appeared before the Adabraka District Court on charges of conspiracy to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/two-key-suspects-remanded-over-homowo-festival-triple-murder/

Events

23 h. ago Anlo State to observe sacred Aƒekplɔkplɔ spiritual cleansing ritual ahead of traditional festival season

The traditional authorities of Anlo State have announced the commencement of the sacred Aƒekplɔkplɔ spiritual cleansing ritual, a centuries-old tradition that serves as a cornerstone of the region’s cultural and spiritual calendar. The ritual, which translates to “spiritual cleansing” in the Ewe language, will take place from Friday, September 5, through Saturday morning, September 6, […]

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51 h. ago MTN donates GH¢72,000, offers special packages to support Oguaa Fetu Afahye

MTN Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to promoting local culture and traditions with a GH¢72,000 donation and special festival offers to support this year’s Oguaa Fetu Afahye in Cape Coast. The company presented GH¢40,000 to the Afahye Planning Committee, GH¢30,000 to the Oguaa Traditional Council, GH¢2,000 worth of airtime, and a drinks hamper ahead of […]

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2 d. ago MTN Donates To Oguaa Traditional Council, Pledges Support For Ghanaian Festivals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, James Kweku Baako, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-donates-to-oguaa-traditional-council-pledges-support-for-ghanaian-festivals/Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) has pledged its continuous support to the celebration of the country’s rich cultural heritage through festivals. The Senior Manager of MTN Ghana in charge of the Central and Western regions, Prince Owusu Nyarko, made the promise when he led the company’s delegation to pay a homage to the Oguaa ( Cape […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, James Kweku Baako, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-donates-to-oguaa-traditional-council-pledges-support-for-ghanaian-festivals/

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4 d. ago Teshie Mantse condemns violence at Homowo festival: ‘Our traditions have been desecrated’

The Paramount Chief and President of the Teshie Traditional Council, Gbetsoolo Nii Ashitey Akomfra III, has condemned the killing of three young men and called for justice and unity in the face of what he described as a “complete desecration” of the age-old customs of the people of Teshie. Three individuals were killed and several […]

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5 d. ago Prampram chief demands permanent solution to water crisis during Homowo festival

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prampram-chief-demands-permanent-solution-to-water-crisis-during-homowo-festival/The traditional leader of Prampram has called on government to permanently address the area’s chronic water shortage, which left most parts of the town without supply during last week’s Homowo celebrations. Nene Tetteh Wakah III made the appeal during a colorful durbar that marked the end of weeklong festivities in the traditional area. The event […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/prampram-chief-demands-permanent-solution-to-water-crisis-during-homowo-festival/

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7 d. ago Homowo: 2 reportedly dead, scores injured in Sowutuom clash over sprinkling of Kpokpoi

Two people are reportedly dead following a violent clash at Sowutuom on Saturday, August 30, 2025, during the Homowo festival. Eyewitnesses who spoke to JoyNews under anonymity say the confrontation began when residents of Dwenewoho attempted to sprinkle Kpokpoi, a traditional dish central to the festival, in Sowutuom. This was reportedly resisted by the local […]

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7 d. ago Homowo: 2 reportedly dead, scores injured in bloody Sowutuom clash

Two people are reportedly dead following a violent clash at Sowutuom on Saturday, August 30, 2025, during the Homowo festival. Eyewitnesses who spoke to JoyNews under anonymity say the confrontation began when residents of Dwenewoho attempted to sprinkle Kpokpoi, a traditional dish central to the festival, in Sowutuom. This was reportedly resisted by the local […]

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1 week ago MTN Ghana donates to La Traditional Council in support of Homowo Festival

MTN Ghana has extended support to the La Traditional Council with a donation of ₵20,000, airtime worth ₵1,000, and assorted drinks as part of this year’s Homowo Festival celebrations. The donation underscores MTN’s commitment to strengthening community relations while preserving and promoting Ghana’s cultural heritage. Speaking to the media, Chief Customer Relations Officer at MTN […]

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1 week ago MTN Ghana Ramps Up Fraud Warnings During Homowo Festival Celebrations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ramps-up-fraud-warnings-during-homowo-festival-celebrations/MTN Ghana has intensified its public education campaign against mobile money fraud, using the Homowo festivities as a platform to reach customers directly. The telecom company is combining traditional festival donations with crucial cybersecurity messaging to protect users from increasingly sophisticated scams. Chief Customer Relations Officer Jemima Kotei-Walsh announced the initiative alongside a GH¢20,000 donation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mtn-ghana-ramps-up-fraud-warnings-during-homowo-festival-celebrations/

Events

2 w. ago Pokuase Homowo 2025: Traditional Leader Calls for Unity, Development

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/pokuase-homowo-2025-traditional-leader-calls-for-unity-development/The vibrant Pokuase community in the Trobu Municipality, Greater Accra Region, came alive on Saturday, 16th August 2025, as they celebrated the annual Homowo Festival with cultural displays, traditional rites, and a strong call for unity and development. A Festival Rooted in History The Homowo Festival, meaning “hooting at hunger,” traces its origins to a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/pokuase-homowo-2025-traditional-leader-calls-for-unity-development/

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3 w. ago Homowo Festival celebrated with sprinkling of Kpokpoi, drumming and dance

The Ga people have once again celebrated the annual Homowo Festival, a centuries-old tradition that commemorates the end of a historic famine that struck their ancestors in precolonial times.

Culture

3 w. ago Somoco Ghana presents gifts to Ga Traditional Council for Homowo Festival

Management of Somoco Ghana Limited yesterday presented an array of gift items to the Ga Traditional Council as part of their contribution to this year's Ga Homowo Festival celebrations. 

Politics

3 w. ago MTN Ghana supports Mepe Afenorto Festival with GH¢20,000 cash donation

MTN Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to community development and cultural preservation with a generous donation to the Mepe traditional area in support of the 2025 Mepe Afenorto Festival. The donation, made on Friday, August 8, at a brief and colourful ceremony, included GH¢20,000 in cash, airtime worth GH¢1,000, and assorted drink hampers for the […]

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3 w. ago Volta Council of State rep. calls for urgent development action at Mepe’s 69th Afenorto Festival

The 69th Afenorto Festival in the Mepe Traditional Area became a platform for both solemn reflection and a strong call to action as H.E. Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah, Council of State Member for the Volta Region, outlined a clear roadmap for the area’s development.

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