The rich culture of the Upper East Region continues to gain national recognition as the Dunseema Festival of Kandiga, in the Kassena-Nankana District, has been officially featured in the 2025 “December in Ghana” Events Calendar released by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) as part of the Black Star Experience.
The listing places the Dunseema Festival among Ghana’s most vibrant cultural celebrations held in December, highlighting the unity, strength, and heritage of the Gurune-speaking people. Scheduled for December 31, the festival is described as a grand celebration of tradition and identity — featuring electrifying performances by women’s groups, traditional war dances, soothsaying, and storytelling that embody ancestral wisdom and cultural pride.
A major highlight of the festival is the traditional wrestling competition, which symbolizes strength, courage, and communal spirit. Other exciting attractions include live music, calabash art displays, bow-and-arrow demonstrations, and communal feasting — all capturing the essence of Gurune culture and its deep connection to heritage.
Over the years, the Dunseema Festival has been championed by Spotless Event Planners, whose innovative and professional approach has transformed the celebration into a well-branded cultural attraction. Through strategic event management and dynamic social media engagement, the team has successfully drawn national attention to the festival, demonstrating how creativity and digital promotion can elevate traditional events to new heights of visibility and participation.
The inclusion of the Dunseema Festival in the national events calendar not only boosts its profile but also underscores Ghana’s growing recognition of regional cultures as vital drivers of tourism, creativity, and heritage preservation.
This year’s “December in Ghana” edition — themed around celebrating the nation’s creative and cultural energy — features an array of concerts, festivals, exhibitions, and heritage events across all regions. According to the GTA, the initiative aims to position Ghana as “the heartbeat of African hospitality and culture.”
With the Dunseema Festival now among the nationally recognized celebrations, the people of Kandiga have every reason to celebrate not only their cultural identity but also their contribution to Ghana’s creative economy and tourism landscape.
For more information about the Dunseema Festival, interested persons may contact the organizing team at sabiasina@gmail.com or 0247523109.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Gerard Asagi|Bolgatanga
