As Ghana prepares for another vibrant December in GH and the globally recognised Detty December season, Accra is gearing up for one of the continent’s most anticipated live music events －The African Festival (TAF) Concert, the explosive finale of the 3-day African Festival.
Scheduled for 30th December 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC), the concert is already being hailed as “a landmark Pan-African music night” set to draw thousands of festival-goers, diaspora travellers, and international visitors. Gates open at 7pm, and the show ignites at 8pm.
This star-studded musical spectacle is positioned as the grand climax of the festival and is expected to be one of the defining highlights of Detty December in Ghana.
A Powerhouse Line-up of African Music Legends
The African Festival Concert assembles some of the most influential voices in African music, offering a rare multi-generational, cross-cultural musical experience.
Yvonne Chaka Chaka – The Princess of Africa. A global icon whose timeless catalogue has shaped African music for over three decades.
Rocky Dawuni – Four-time GRAMMY Awards nominee and global ambassador for Afro-roots sound.
Wiyaala – The Lioness of Africa. One of Africa’s most electrifying performers, known for her fierce vocals and stagecraft.
Amadzeba Nat Brew – A living legend celebrated for shaping the soundscape of Ghanaian highlife.
Bisa Simon of the iconic Osibisa band.
The Adaha Band – Accra’s unstoppable contemporary live band, guaranteed to elevate the night’s sound experience.
Together, these artistes deliver a festival finale that blends heritage, rhythm, dance, and cultural pride, a night designed to celebrate African excellence on a global performance scale.
Part of a Three-Day Pan-African Cultural Experience
The African Festival Concert is the culminating event of The African Festival, running from 28th to 30th December 2025 at AICC. This year’s edition has been curated as a comprehensive cultural journey, aimed at positioning Ghana as the leading December tourism destination in Africa.
FULL FESTIVAL LINEUP
28th December — Don Quixote Africa
A bold African adaptation of the world’s first modern novel (1605), reinterpreted through the Gonja Kingdom by playwright Latif Abubakar.
Two shows: 4pm & 8pm.
29th December — The Second Coming of Nkrumah: The Musical
A global-scale theatrical spectacle imagining the return of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
Two shows: 4pm & 8pm.
30th December — The African Festival Concert
The grand musical climax featuring the continent’s finest artistes.
Gates open 7pm; show starts 8pm.
The festival is part of a strategic push to make Accra a global Pan-African cultural destination every December. Beyond music there is a full cultural immersion for December in GH.
Visitors to The African Festival can also experience:
The Den of History, an outdoor storytelling, film screenings, and African folktales by the fireside.
Camel Rides & Desert Experience, a Sahara-inspired adventure recreated within Accra for the festive season.
Iconic African Installations such as the Pyramid of Giza, Nelson Mandela Capture Site, Ancient Sahelian architecture
Contemporary Art & Craft Market, African Food Village and Children & Family Experience Zone
These attractions make the festival one of the most complete cultural offerings for Detty December, appealing to diaspora families, creatives, tourists, music lovers, and corporate groups.
Powered by Major Cultural Institutions
The African Festival Concert and its accompanying events are presented by Globe Productions in partnership with Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), ECOWAS Bank (EBID), MoMo (Mobile Money), Embassy of Spain, Joy Entertainment
Their support underscores the festival’s role in advancing Ghana’s creative economy, cultural diplomacy, and international tourism footprint.
A Must-Attend Experience for Detty December 2025
With Accra fast becoming the cultural capital of Africa during December, The African Festival Concert is positioned as one of the top events for December in GH, attracting thousands from the US, UK, EU, the Caribbean, and across the continent.
Cultural analysts predict the concert will help cement Ghana’s position as the leading December party and cultural tourism hub in Africa.
TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Ticket Prices: GHS 300, Standard per show and GHS 500 VIP. Buy Tickets via visit www.theafricanfestival.com or Dial *447*1092#. Ticket Hotline: 0571 900 900
With the level of star power and December tourism demand, tickets are expected to sell out quickly.
THE FINAL WORD
The African Festival Concert is a Pan-African celebration of artistry, identity, history, and unity. As the pinnacle of a three-day festival of theatre, culture, and creativity, it promises to deliver one of the most unforgettable live experiences of December in GH.
On 30th December 2025, Africa rises in rhythm.
Accra becomes the heartbeat of the continent.
And you are invited.
