The Ghana National Council (GNC) and its Affiliates have announced the cancellation of this year’s GhanaFest due to unexpected circumstances that have impacted both planning and budgeting. With a commitment to maintaining a safe, cost-effective, and authentic celebration of Ghanaian culture, the GNC expressed their gratitude for the community’s continued […]
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Ghanafest 2025 Cancelled……..
April 6, 2025, will be remembered as a melancholic milestone for Ghanaian immigrants in Chicago and beyond. The Ghana National Council’s (GNC) decision reverberated across the Ghanaian diaspora—this year’s Ghanafest, the jewel in the crown of community celebrations, has been canceled. Ghanafest has been a pillar of identity, culture, and […]
Building Connections, Embracing Traditions: Southern Volta Association Charts a Vibrant Future
April 5, Romeoville, Illinois – The Southern Volta Association of Chicago and its surrounding areas reached a significant milestone today as members came together to shape their collective vision for the future. During the meeting, the association proudly ratified its constitution, welfare bylaws, and core values—establishing a solid framework for […]
A Heartfelt Farewell: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Reverend Dexter Gabriel Abankwa
April 5, 2025 – Chicago, Illinois: It was a deeply solemn day at Leak and Son’s Funeral Home on 7838 S. Cottage Grove, as over 500 attendees gathered to pay their final respects to the late Reverend Dexter Gabriel Abankwa. The air was heavy with grief and remembrance as a […]