Ghana Marks 67th Independence Anniversary with Enthusiasm and Hope

Ghana celebrates 67 years since gaining independence from its former colonial rulers, the British, today, March 6, 2024, the Ghana News Agency reports.

After 83 years of British colonial rule, Ghana gained independence, becoming the first sub-Saharan African country to achieve freedom from Britain.

The country’s inaugural President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, proclaimed Ghana’s liberation from colonial rule as a significant milestone in the nation’s leadership.

Every year on March 6, celebrations take place nationwide and among Ghanaians living abroad, featuring a range of activities that continue throughout the month.

This year’s national anniversary celebration will take place at the Youth Resource Centre in the Eastern Regional capital of Koforidua.

In 2017, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo decided to rotate the national independence celebration to showcase different regions and stimulate the local economy.

The Eastern Region is now the third region to host the national anniversary following the Central Region in 2022 and the Volta Region in 2023.

Cote D’Ivoire President, Alassane Ouattara, is the special guest of honour for Ghana’s 67th independence anniversary celebration.

President Ouattara highlighted the strong historical ties between Ghana and Ivory Coast, emphasizing Ghana’s pioneering role in gaining independence from colonial powers.

He commended Ghana for its achievements despite global challenges such as the Covid-19 pandemic, the conflict in Ukraine, and the issues in Gaza.

President Ouattara expressed confidence in the enduring friendship between Ivory Coast and Ghana as Ghana marks 67 years of independence.