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From Oral Tradition To Creative Enterprise
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A Deep Dive into Tradition and Identity

Ghana is a land of rich traditions, deep cultural heritage, and vibrant expressions of identity.
Across its 16 administrative regions, each area boasts unique customs, festivals, textiles, dances, architecture, and folklore that reflect the soul of its people.

Our diverse cultures, rich traditions, and deep-rooted heritage across the regions tell a unique story of Ghana’s rich cultural past and present.


Vision for the National Commission on Culture (2025–2028)

As the Acting Executive Director of the National Commission on Culture (NCC), I am committed to revitalizing, preserving, and promoting Ghana’s rich cultural heritage while leveraging it as a tool for national development. My tenure will focus on cultural innovation, inclusivity, economic empowerment, and global visibility.

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WAKEFIELD WISDOM ACKUAKU
AG. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Vision

To respect, preserve, harness and use cultural heritage and resources to develop a united, vibrant and a prosperous national community with a distinctive African identity and personality and collective confidence and pride of place among the comity of nations.

Mission

The National Commission on Culture is to maintain the unique cultural identity and values for the promotion of an integrated national culture, as well as contribute to the overall economic development of the nation.

Mandate

The National Commission on Culture was established by the Provisional National Defense Council (PNDC) law 238 of 1990 to manage from a holistic perspective of the Cultural life of Ghana. It is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the implementation of its culture policy.


News & Events

A Message from The National Commission On Culture On Black Star Christmas

 A Message from The National Commission On Culture On Black Star Christmas 560 380 National Commision on Culture

A Message from The National Commission On Culture On Black Star Christmas At the National Commission on Culture, we know…

The Race To STUDRAFEST 2026 Is On!

 The Race To STUDRAFEST 2026 Is On! 560 380 National Commision on Culture

🚨 THE RACE TO STUDRAFEST 2026 IS ON! 🚨 The Regional Students’ Drama Festival competitions are officially underway, and schools…

Are You Ready?

 Are You Ready? 560 380 National Commision on Culture

Are You Ready?  The National Commission on Culture, in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service and the National Theatre of…

NCC Signs MoU with Africa-Caribbean Exchange

 NCC Signs MoU with Africa-Caribbean Exchange 560 380 National Commision on Culture

NCC Signs MoU with Africa–Caribbean Exchange to Deepen Cultural and Youth Collaboration The National Commission on Culture (NCC) has signed…

Research And Development Month

 Research And Development Month 560 380 National Commision on Culture

Research & Development Month celebrates knowledge, identity, and innovation. As custodians of Ghana’s cultural heritage, the Centre for National Culture,…

All African Book Fair 2026

 All African Book Fair 2026 560 380 National Commision on Culture

Date: 26th February to 1st March, 2026 Venue: National Children’s Library. ALL AFRICAN BOOK FAIR PARTNERS WITH THE NATIONAL COMMISSION…


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Indigenous Ewe Symbols And Their Meaning

 Indigenous Ewe Symbols And Their Meaning 560 380 National Commision on Culture


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Festivals

Cape Coast Oguaa Fetu Afahye (Festival)
Hogbetsotso Festival
Takai dance of Dagbon


Upcoming Festivals

Aboakyer Festival | 1st Saturday in May

 Aboakyer Festival | 1st Saturday in May 1000 750 National Commision on Culture

The Aboakyer festival is celebrated on the 1st Saturday in May by the Effutu’s of Winneba Traditional Area in the…

Ohum Festival | June – July

 Ohum Festival | June – July 1000 750 National Commision on Culture

A two days festival celebrated to mark the first yam harvest and ask for God’s blessings in the coming year.…

Bakatue Festival | 1st Tuesday in July

 Bakatue Festival | 1st Tuesday in July 1000 750 National Commision on Culture

The festival marks the beginning of the fishing season in Elmina. During this celebration, the people offer thanks and prayers…

Asafotufiam Festival | July – August

 Asafotufiam Festival | July – August 1000 750 National Commision on Culture

The festival is celebrated in remembrance of the achievements of the ancestors who fought in wars for the settlement of…

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