Author: Sammy Heywood Okine
The third edition of the classic Korle Gonno Street Festival, proudly organized by 9Tis Crew has been officially launched at Oceanic Beach Resort on Saturday, 4th April 2026.
This year’s event is under the theme is “Welcoming Our Heroes.”
Korle Gonno has produced many distinguished personalities and heroes who continue to make the community and nation proud, such as Charles Nii Armah Mensah (Shatta Wale) – the King of African Dancehall, Richard Nii Armah Quaye, Jupitar – The Dancehall General, Kamelion, Benjamin Asare – Ghana Black Stars No.1goalkeeper, boxers Ayitey Powers, Bukom Banku, Emmanuel Mayweather Martey and many other distinguished sons of the community.
Yours Truly had the opportunity to address the launch which attracted some beautiful and handsome young women and men who are eager to change the narrative for the better.
I advised them to save the environment, especially the beach which is a tourism attraction and be time conscious as well as disciplined and confident.
A short film on the history of Korle-Gonno was viewed by guests, and the Ambassador for this year were introduced.
For years, people said nothing good could come from Korle Gonno. But our heroes have proven that greatness can rise from our streets. From music to sports and business, they have shown the world that Korle Gonno breeds champions.
The celebration of our heroes involves spectacular arts. music, sports and cultural performances that will take place at the most electrifying Korle Gonno Street, Rodger Avenue from 7th to 9th August, 2026
Let’s come together, celebrate our roots, and change the narrative about Korle Gonno.
