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19 Jun

I’m Considering A Second Singathon Attempt – Afua Asantewaa

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Ghanaian broadcast journalist and singer, Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum, has announced her intention to attempt breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest individual singing marathon for a second time. Her previous attempt in December 2023, where she aimed to surpass the existing record held by Indian singer Sunil Waghmare, who sang for 105 hours straight in 2012, ended in disqualification. Despite the setback, the mother of three remains undeterred and is gearing up for another shot at the prestigious title. She explained that first attempt was hindered by limited preparation time, having only two weeks to organise the challenge…

21 Mar

Afua Asantewaa Announces A ‘Thank You’ Tour After Failed GWR Sing-A-Thon Attempt

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Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, following her recent Guinness World Record attempt for the longest singing marathon, has revealed plans for a 'Thank You Tour' to express appreciation to her supporters. In December 2023, at the Akwaaba Village in Accra, Afua sang tirelessly for 126 hours and 52 minutes, aiming to surpass the current record of 105 hours set by Sunil Waghmare in 2012. However, the Guinness World Records later clarified that her attempt fell short of the required break timings, a pivotal rule for marathon records. Taking to Twitter on March 19, Afua Asantewaa announced her upcoming tour, commencing with gratitude…

01 Mar

The Singing Marathon Didn’t Make Me Famous – Afua Asantewaa

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Afua Asantewaa Aduonum has acknowledged that her attempt to break a Guinness World Record (GWR) with a singing marathon last year might have brought her opportunities, but she asserts that it wasn't the sole reason for her current fame. As a journalist, event organizer, and entrepreneur, Afua emphasizes that she was already well-known before the Sing-A-Thon event, which took place from December 24-29, 2023, at the Akwaaba Village in Airport, Accra. In a conversation with Graphic Showbiz on Monday, February 26, Afua clarified that fame preceded her Sing-A-Thon endeavor. She refutes claims that she pursued the marathon for popularity, stating,…

26 Feb

I Didn’t Have Access To My GWR Account – Afua Asantewaa Justifies Failure To Announce Disqualification

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Ghanaian entrepreneur, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum has addressed her reason for failing to communicate the results of her sing-a-thon publicly after allegations surfaced that she knew the results but failed to communicate them. In December 2023, Afua Asantewaa began her attempt to break the record for the longest sing-a-thon by an individual which she achieved an impressive 126hrs and 52 minutes. But announcing the record attempt by Afua Asantewaa on February 23, 2024, the Guinness World Records (GWR) stated; “Unfortunately, Afua’s Guinness World Records attempt for the longest singing marathon was not successful.” https://twitter.com/TheKennethDarko/status/1762081702833250788?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1762081702833250788%7Ctwgr%5E9dcbe6974e8f462e6015f14b11f4e6c6b73dd829%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adomonline.com%2Fi-didnt-have-access-to-my-gwr-account-afua-asantewaa-justifies-failure-to-announce-disqualification%2F Speaking on GTV on February 26, 2024,…

26 Feb

Arnold Asamoah Baidoo Slams Afua Asantewaa For Concealing GWR Disqualification Decision

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Entertainment critic Arnold Baidoo Asamoah didn't mince his words as he heavily criticized Afua Asantewaa, the brand ambassador for Ike City Hotel, for her actions regarding the Guinness World Record sing-a-thon attempt. Speaking on Peace FM’s Entertainment Review program, Arnold Asamoah Baidoo emphasized that Afua Asantewaa had been informed of the outcome of her attempt but chose to remain silent due to her ongoing deals. Arnold asserted that while many businesses had initially partnered with Afua, perceiving her as a potential winner, her decision to withhold the disqualification news from Guinness World Records (GWR) tarnishes her integrity. He stressed that…

22 Feb

Afua Asantewaa Lands Ike City Hotel Ambassadorial Deal

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Guinness World Record (GWR) attemptee, Afua Asantewaa O Aduonum has landed yet another brand ambassadorial deal with Ike City Hotel, the second in five days. And per the agreement, the ambassador is expected to act as a representative to promote and market the hotel through traditional and electronic media, including social media, in accordance with the terms of the agreement. The agreement takes effect from February 22 , 2024 . President of Ike City Hotel, Isaac Ofori Amoako said his quest to change the narrative in the hospitality industry informed his decision to venture into the industry. He said “We…

19 Feb

People Insult You With Their GHc1 Data And Secretly Beg You For Jobs, Says Afua Asantewaa

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Afua Asantewaa has taken a swipe at social media users who have made her family a subject of trolling on social media. Afua Asantewaa and her husband, Kofi Owusu Aduonum have come under online bullying in the last weeks with some netizens passing derogatory comments about their marriage. Reacting in a video, Afua, who has perhaps had enough of the dragging took a dig at such critics, revealing that many of them send her private messages begging for money. “Too many people expose their ignorance on social media. "They comment anyhow with 1gh data and DM [direct message] or meet you…

17 Feb

Afua Asantewaa’s Husband Dispels Notions Of Insecurity

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Mr. Kofi Owusu Aduonum, the husband of Ghanaian internet sensation Afua Asantewaa, has made candid remarks urging Ghanaians not to be surprised if they frequently spot him by his wife's side. "I have no fear of losing my wife to a rich or powerful man," he said in an interview, dispelling notions of insecurity. Mr. Owusu disclosed that their public togetherness is not merely about his wife's newfound fame but rather a longstanding practice since their marriage. "Many things go behind the scenes that would perplex Ghanaians," he hinted, suggesting a deeper connection between them. Shockingly, Mr. Owusu revealed intimate…

01 Feb

Sing-A-Thon: We’ve Paid $750 To Expedite Verification Process – Afua Asantewaa

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Weeks after completing an impressive five-day singing marathon, Afua Owusu Asantewaa Aduonum has revealed that she has paid $750 to fast-track the verification process of her Guinness World Record attempt. She explained that her team opted for a priority review to by bypass the standard review time and that came at a cost $750. The standard waiting period for Guinness World Record results is around 12 weeks, but Asantewaa and her team chose to expedite the process for quicker results. By opting for a priority review, the approval time was reduced to just five business day s. In an interview…

19 Jan

Guinness World Records Finally Responds To Afua’s Singing Marathon

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Guinness World Records (GWR) has for the first time responded to Ghanaian event organiser, Afua Asantewaa's attempt to break the record for the longest singing marathon by an individual. GWR's response came up after a TikTok user, cute_gyebuaxx tagged the Guinness World Records in a post inquiring about Afua's singing marathon. The TikTok user's comment read “Please there was this girl in Ghana who did a singing marathon. Can you please say something about it cos we've been waiting?” In response, the World Records replied, “We've been reviewing Afua's evidence and will be letting her know the results soon.” Afua Asantewaa completed her…