Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, a Ghanaian woman, is on a quest to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest individual singing marathon.
She aims to surpass the current record held by Indian singer Sunil Waghmare, who sang for 105 hours in March 2012.
Starting her singing marathon at midnight on December 24, Afua intends to sing continuously until December 27, totaling 4 days and 9 hours.
She has been performing Ghanaian songs non-stop at the Akwaaba village, where a diverse group of Ghanaians, including A-list musicians and politicians, gathered to support her. Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia also attended to show his support.
The event has garnered significant attention on social media, making the 2023 Christmas season in Ghana truly memorable.
Afua’s dedication has earned praise from social media users and attendees, emphasizing the promotion of Ghanaian songs during the festive season.
Afua’s singing marathon not only demonstrates her determination to break the existing record but has also become a noteworthy event in Ghana, drawing support from various sectors of the community.
