The maiden edition of the popular ‘Waakye’ festival which seeks to promote the local Ghanaian food, Waakye, is set to take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024.
The word “waakye” is from the Hausa language, and is the contracted form of the full name “shinkafa da wake,” which means rice and beans.
This explanation is supported by origins of the dish being placed in Northern Ghana with the Hausa communities, whose staple crops are rice and beans.
The Organizers of Koforidua Fufu Party and Koforidua Marathon, Wise Ink Concepts, said
this maiden edition promises to be an event to remember.
The theme for the event is “Community Revitalisation through cultural culinary festival.”
It will feature an impressive lineup of local and international cuisine, cooking demonstrations, free health screening, free dental screening; Children play grounds, Game Park, fun activities such as rap battles, dancing competition, eating completion and live entertainment with Artist musical performances.
Over 30 food stalls offering a diverse range of dishes, from traditional favorites to innovative creations, there will be cooking competition and demonstrations, live music and performances to keep you entertained and a chance to vote for your favorite food vendor.
There will also be meet-and-greet opportunities with some renowned Ghanaian celebrities.
The Waakye festival-Kasoa and Gomoa East will take place on (Saturday 3rd August, 2024) from (6am) to (10pm) at (The Zion School park Kakraba Adade) Gomoa East Kasoa.
Patrons will also be thrilled with performances by Ghanaian musicians including; Koo Ntakra, Santrofie, Babylow, Fresh wan GH, Bush Girl, Vapour, Shata Ratty among other special surprises.
According to the Organizers – Wise Ink Concepts, whose CEO is Mr. Kwabena Bediako Antwi-Dako, this maiden edition will be big.
