Events

Mala Majo 2025: African Dance Rhythms to Set Nungua Main Station Ablaze

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12 months ago

September 2, 2025

On Saturday, September 6, 2025, the bustling Nungua Main Station will transform into a hub of energy, music, and culture as the Mala Majo Music and Dance Festival returns with another unforgettable edition.

Organized by One Spirit Africa, led by the renowned multi-instrumentalist and choreographer Fredrick Nii Kpakpo Addo, Mala Majo has grown into more than just an event. The festival offers a free platform for progressive traditional and neo-traditional acts to shine, while giving back to the very community that nurtured its founders.

While the lineup boasts celebrated names such as Dela Botri, Adotey Tetor, Lipstick Queens, Full Energy, and the One Spirit Africa Band, one group is set to deliver a show-stopping performance, African Dance Rhythms.

With their powerful drumbeats, infectious energy, and captivating choreography, African Dance Rhythms is celebrated for bringing African heritage to life through movement. Their performances fuse traditional African dance with modern flair, creating a storytelling experience that is both electrifying and deeply cultural. From the very first beat, they capture attention, transforming rhythm into a universal language that unites audiences.

“Mala Majo is more about identity not just entertainment,” says founder Fredrick Nii Kpakpo Addo in an exclusive interview with Anansesemmedia.net. “Groups like African Dance Rhythms remind us of the strength of our traditions and show the younger generation how to carry that into the future.”

For many young performers, Mala Majo is a launching pad. It inspires them to dream bigger, work harder, and stay grounded in their roots. Over the years, the festival has been a powerful reminder that art can build bridges, spark awareness, and uplift communities.

This year’s edition promises to be no different, with African Dance Rhythms lighting up the stage alongside other talented acts, audiences can expect a cultural spectacle like no other.

Come witness how tradition meets innovation, and how groups like African Dance Rhythms and other amazing performers keep the heartbeat of Africa alive.

Bring your friends and family, this is more than a festival, it is a cultural statement, a celebration of heritage, and an experience that will echo long after the drums fall silent.

Events

Bright Mumuni Aziz Champions Adolescent Health and Youth Development at National Stakeholder Engagement

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1 month ago

July 11, 2026

Ferty Felix

Education Advocate and Entrepreneur Bright Mumuni Aziz, Director of Research, Monitoring & Evaluation at the Federation of African Youth Development (FOAYD), has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing adolescent health and youth development through evidence-based advocacy and strategic stakeholder engagement.

As part of the Federation’s ongoing efforts to influence youth-centered policies, Bright Mumuni Aziz led a delegation from the Federation of African Youth Development (FOAYD) to participate in a high-level stakeholder engagement on the Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (ASRH) Programme, jointly organized by the National Youth Authority (NYA) and UNICEF Ghana. The FAYD delegation included Ms. Caroline, General Secretary, and Ms. Rosemond Boayerik, a member of the Federation. The engagement, held at Sunlodge Hotel in Accra, brought together representatives from government institutions, development partners, and youth-focused organizations to discuss practical strategies for improving the health, rights, and well-being of adolescents in Ghana.

Representing the Federation of African Youth Development, Bright Mumuni Aziz played an active role in the discussions and delivered a presentation based on the UNICEF Ghana framework on adolescent health. His presentation emphasized the importance of evidence-driven interventions, multi-sector collaboration, and policies that respond to the evolving needs of young people.

The stakeholder engagement served as an important platform for exchanging ideas, strengthening partnerships, and contributing to the development of sustainable interventions aimed at creating safer and healthier environments for adolescents across the country.

Speaking during the engagement, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority, Alhaji Inusah Mahama, underscored that youth development extends beyond education, employment, and entrepreneurship. He called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to promote gender equality, protect adolescent rights, strengthen institutional systems, and deliver lasting impact for young people throughout Ghana.

Bright Mumuni Aziz’s participation and leadership of the FOAYD delegation reflect his growing influence in youth development, research, and policy engagement. Through his leadership at the Federation of African Youth Development, he continues to champion initiatives that bridge research and practice, ensuring that policies affecting young people are informed by credible evidence and meaningful stakeholder collaboration.

His contribution to the ASRH stakeholder engagement demonstrates the critical role of research professionals in shaping national conversations on adolescent health. By advocating for inclusive, data-informed approaches and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders, Bright Mumuni Aziz continues to support efforts that empower young people to thrive in safe, healthy, and supportive communities.