The Ghana Tourism Authority has conferred on journalist and event organizer Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum the title of Tourism Ambassador after her attempt to break the Guinness World Record (GWR) for the longest singing marathon by an individual.
She was also given a one-week relaxation trip to Royal Senchi with her family by the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, and a V8 car to cruise with.
Afua Asantewaa received her new role at a victory party held in her honor at Akwaaba Village on Friday after the successful completion of her singing marathon.
She commenced her attempt to break the sing-a-thon record on Christmas Eve and concluded on Friday, December 29, after an impressive 126 hours and 52 minutes against the 117 hours planned with GWR to make up for all the mistakes and breaks during her singing.
While awaiting verification from the Guinness World Record, Asantewaa’s effort is believed to have significantly exceeded the existing record set by the legendary Indian singer Sunil Waghmare in 2012.
The entrepreneur, during the sing-a-thon, solely performed Ghanaian songs back-to-back to project Ghanaian music at the Akwaaba village, where several Ghanaians, including A-list musicians and politicians, passed through to support her.
Afua’s appointment signifies a pivotal chapter in her journey and holds the promise of making a substantial contribution to the promotion of Ghana’s vibrant tourism industry.
As the nation eagerly awaits the official confirmation from GWR, Afua Asantewaa’s narrative unfolds, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of Ghanaians and setting the stage for a brighter, stronger future for the country.
Source: Ghana/MaxTV/MaxFM/max.com.gh/Joyceline Natally Cudjoe
