Accra came alive once again as Ga Homowo 2025 unfolded in its full cultural glory. At the heart of the celebration, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse, paid homage to his revered predecessor, King Tackie Tawiah I, during a ceremony at Makola.
Dressed in symbolic red attire alongside elders and traditional leaders, the Ga Mantse performed one of the most important rituals of the festival — the sprinkling of kpekple (also known as kpokpoi). This sacred act, deeply rooted in Ga tradition, signifies abundance, unity, and the hope for a prosperous harvest and development in the months ahead.
Watch the full highlights of how King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II paid homage to King Tackie Tawiah I.
Homowo, which translates as “hooting at hunger,” is the Ga people’s annual festival commemorating their triumph over famine generations ago. Today, it remains not only a moment of thanksgiving but also a celebration of resilience, identity, and cultural pride.
The ceremony at Makola was more than a symbolic gesture. It underscored the Ga Mantse’s role as custodian of tradition, bridging the past and present while reminding the people of Accra of the values of unity, peace, and abundance. Drumming, dancing, and communal feasting all added to the vibrant atmosphere, reinforcing the festival’s place as one of Ghana’s most significant cultural events.
This year’s Homowo continues to spotlight the enduring importance of ancestral rituals, even in modern urban spaces. For many, the Ga Mantse’s homage was a reaffirmation that tradition remains alive and relevant in shaping both communal identity and future aspirations.
