The Creative Arts Agency (CAA) has announced a National Candlelight Vigil in honour of the late Ghanaian highlife legend , who passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
In a statement signed by Acting Executive Secretary, Gideon Aryeequaye, the agency extended an invitation to the public to attend the solemn ceremony on August 2, 2025, at Independence Square in Accra, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
The vigil will form part of a global tribute held simultaneously in Ghana, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Netherlands, aimed at celebrating the musical icon's legacy and uniting communities through music and culture. "Your presence will not only honor the legacy of an icon but also unite us in celebrating the power of music, culture, and community," the statement read.
Attendees are expected to RSVP by July 31, 2025, to confirm participation. , born Charles Kwadwo Fosu, remains one of Ghana's most revered musicians, with a career spanning over four decades and more than 30 albums to his name.
