Central Region
Central Region To Host 2022 edition of National Festival of Arts & Culture
Central Region is set to host the 2022 edition and 60th anniversary celebration of National Festival of Arts & Culture.
The annual event is organized by the National Commission on Culture under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture.
In collaboration with the Central Regional Coordinating Council, the 60th anniversary celebration of NAFAC is scheduled for December 2022 in Cape Coast.
Detailed information concerning the 2022 edition of National Festival of Arts and Culture is drafted below.
NAFAC @60
The National Commission on Culture under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture presents: NAFAC @60
This is an event that brings together all the 16 regions of Ghana under one umbrella to showcase their distinct Culture and Tourism potential for socio- economic development of the Country.
The theme for this year’s National Festival of Arts and Culture is:
Reviving patriotism, peace and unity through Cultural diversity for sustainable development.*
Among the dignitaries that would be present are:
The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo- Addo.
The Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Awal.
The Executive Director of the National Commission on Culture, Madam Janet Edna Nyame.
The Central Regional Minister, Hon. Justina Marigold Assan: the host for this great event.
The President of the Central Regional House of Chiefs, Odeefuo Amoakwa Boadu VIII.
The Omanhen of Oguaa Traditional Area, Osaberima Kwesi Atta II
The Regional Director of the Centre for National Culture, Madam Dorcas Salamatu Alhassan.
Venues: Adisadel school park and CNC- Cape Coast.
Date : 9th – 16th December, 2022.
Activities include:
• Arts and Craft exhibition.
• Exhibition of Traditional cuisines.
• Masqueraders festival.
• Coloquium.
• Highlife Performances
• Theatre night
• Miss NAFAC
• Awards night and many more.
All are encouraged to participate in this grand Arts and Cultural Festival.
Long live Central Region.
long live Ghana and our rich Cultural heritage.
Source: http://Sintim Media
CMA 2025 Artiste of the Year, Kojo Vypa, Secures Sponsored International Tour to Rwanda, South Africa, and Lesotho.
Kojo Vypa – 2025 Central Music Awards Artiste of the Year.
Heritage Promotions, organisers of the annual Central Music Awards (CMA), have once again delivered on their commitment to artiste development, as Kojo Vypa, the reigning Artiste of the Year, embarks on a two-week international tour across Rwanda, Lesotho, and South Africa.
For the third consecutive year, Heritage Promotions has honoured its promise to execute the Artiste of the Year package, reinforcing its reputation for consistency, credibility, and sustained investment in creative talent.
Kojo Vypa, Winner of 2025 Central Music Awards Artiste of the Year.
The exclusive tour features a series of high-level industry engagements, including media appearances, participation in music business conferences, and strategic networking sessions within the international music ecosystem.
Kojo Vypa with Mr. Nicholas Hagan, Board Chairman of the Central Music Awards.
The package is proudly sponsored by Mr. Nicholas Hagan, Board Chairman of the Central Music Awards, in fulfilment of the pledge announced during the awards ceremony held on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
Kojo Vypa emerged as one of the biggest winners of the night, delivering electrifying performances and securing four awards: Best EP/Album of the Year, Best Rapper of the Year, Best Event of the Year, and the coveted Artiste of the Year title.
As part of his prize package, Kojo Vypa received a fully sponsored international tour covering Rwanda, South Africa, and Lesotho. The initiative combines participation in music business conferences, promotional activities, and leisure experiences, all aimed at expanding his global exposure. The package also includes a two-day vacation stay at Lemon Beach Resort in Elmina and Wilberforce Apartments in Cape Coast.
Kojo Vypa, known for his EP “Inspiration from Pains,” is expected to return to Ghana on Saturday, April 25, 2026, marking the successful completion of this international exposure initiative.
Source: Bismark Botchwey
Deputy Communications Executive
Heritage Promotions
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