Afrochella Ends with Surprise Announcement, Rebrands as AfroFuture
In a surprising turn of events, the popular Ghanaian music and cultural festival Afrochella announced its conclusion during the final moments of its 2022 edition. Co-founder Abdul Abdullah addressed thousands of attendees at Accra’s El-Wak Stadium, stating, “This is the last Afrochella,” without providing further details citeturn0search0.
The announcement shocked many, especially members of the African diaspora who had traveled from the US and UK to partake in the festivities. Afrochella had become a significant event in Ghana’s “Detty December” lineup, attracting tourists and celebrating African culture citeturn0search0.
Despite the abrupt announcement, organizers later clarified that the festival would continue under a new name, “AfroFuture.” Co-founder Ken Agyapong Jr. explained that the rebranding aligns with the festival’s evolving vision, emphasizing sustainability and the celebration of African culture citeturn0search3.
The 2022 festival, themed “Afrofuturism,” featured performances by artists like Burna Boy, Stonebwoy, and Ayra Starr. Notably, Ayra Starr experienced a fall on stage, later attributing it to the organizers’ oversight in stage maintenance citeturn0search0.
As AfroFuture prepares for its inaugural event, it aims to continue the legacy of Afrochella by offering a platform that celebrates African music, art, and culture while fostering connections within the global African community.
