- On December 24, 2023, Ghanaian Afua Asantewaa Aduonum began her attempt to break the Guinness World Record at Akwaaba Village in Accra.
- Ghanaians have rallied behind her, with many arriving at the venue to support and boost her spirit
- YEN.com.gh has collected encouraging observations that tend to support Aduonum’s bold historical journey
Ghanaians have taken to social media to throw their weight behind Afua Asantewaa Aduonum as she officially embarks on a sing-a-thon to break the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon by an individual.
She started her history making journey at 12:00 am. on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at Akwaaba Village in Accra. It is expected to end on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
Source: Twitter
Her valiant effort to honor Ghana by capturing the coveted title held by India’s Sunil Waghmare was well received by Ghanaians.
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A video of fans and loved ones dancing to Afua Asantewaa Aduonum’s performance:
Apart from the crowd that has flocked to the venue to cheer her on, netizens have rallied in support of her on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter).
YEN.com.gh has compiled some of the heartwarming comments below:
@bbnasiba said:
Afua started singing about 7 hours ago and I am in awe of her strength, beauty and resilience. I’m trying so hard for her and I pray that she reaches the finish line as a winner. Afua sings for all of us.
@jonasnie posted:
The strength of our Lord and of the Heavens shall be your portion. During her breaks, she uses a few minutes to read the Bible. Oh Afua, you are going to break this world record. #GWR #afuaasantewaasingathon.
@realnananayaa posted:
Go girlll #afuaasantewaasingathon.
@memphis_mavio is nominated:
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Afua Asantewaa looks gorgeous in a stunning African dress and no makeup as she begins her song
We came to support something good.#afuaasantewaasingathon
@Bra_Qwaci posted:
Guinness World Record @GWR Sing A-Thon Official Attempt. Best wishes, Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum.
Afua Asantewaa rocks an African dress and no makeup for Day 1 of the sing-a-thon
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Afua Asantewaa Aduonum has officially started her Guinness World Record singing bid in an elegant African dress with three quarter sleeves. The classy ball gown was designed with golden silk fabric that complemented the melanin skin.
Afua Asantewaa Aduonum chose to do the live broadcast with bare face, no makeup and no earrings as she performed songs by top female musicians namely Becca Adina, Wendy Shay, Sefa and the late Ebony Reigns for the first two hours .
Afua Asantewaa Aduonum gives fans a teaser ahead of the sing-a-thon
Also, YEN.com.gh reported that Afua Asantewaa Aduonum shared a clip from her upcoming performance with her followers.
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She announced her intention to break the record on December 8, 2023, at the Electroland Shops in Accra.
The announcement was anything but a failure. hundreds of people, including media houses, potential sponsors, friends and family, were present to support and wish her well.
Source: YEN.com.gh