In 2024, several Ghanaians attempted and succeeded in breaking the Guinness World Record in various fields, including the longest hours spent cooking, singing, hugging trees, applying makeup, and more.

Below are some fascinating stories of Ghanaians who achieved Guinness World Records in 2024: Ace Liam Nana Sam Ankrah Ace Liam, who has been painting since he was six months old, was confirmed as the Guinness World Record holder for the Youngest Male Artist on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

This one-year-old Ghanaian artist set the record during an attempt in Accra from January 18 to January 20, 2024, breaking the previous record held by 3-year-old American Lante Lamb.

Abdul Hakim Awal Abdul Hakim Awal, a 23-year-old journalist from Kumasi, set the world record for the longest time spent hugging a tree, completing 24 hours, 21 minutes, and 4 seconds.