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Aburi, Ghana – UDAI Studios USA LLC, organizers of the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival (DDAF), is proud to announce to the general public, the appointment of Mr. Fred Kyei Mensah as the Board Chairman of the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival.
This landmark appointment marks an exciting new chapter in the festival’s journey as it continues to grow into one of Africa’s leading platforms for cultural exchange, tourism, and the creative arts. Mr. Fred Kyei Mensah’s extensive experience, visionary leadership, and outstanding contributions to Ghana’s creative industry make him an exceptional choice to lead the Festival Board. The legendary Ghanaian music producer has a vast array of dynamic experience when it comes to creativity, entertainment and tuorism.
Founded by UDAI Studios USA LLC, the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival was established with the mission of connecting Africa and the global diaspora through dance, music, fashion, visual arts, tourism, education, and cultural heritage. Since its inception, the festival has provided a dynamic platform for artists, cultural practitioners, entrepreneurs, and communities to celebrate African identity while fostering international collaboration and cultural exchange.
As Board Chairman, Mr. Fred Kyei Mensah will provide strategic leadership, governance, and direction to the Festival Board and Organizing Committee. He will also play a pivotal role in strengthening partnerships with government institutions, traditional authorities, corporate organizations, cultural institutions, tourism stakeholders, and international partners, helping to elevate the festival’s profile both in Ghana and across the world.
His appointment comes at a historic moment as preparations intensify for the 4th Edition of the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival, scheduled for October 15–17, 2026, in Aburi, Ghana. This year’s edition will coincide with the celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Revered Odwira Festival, one of Ghana’s oldest and most cherished cultural festivals.
Festival attendees can look forward to an exciting lineup of activities, including:
💃 Dance Performances
🎨 Art Exhibitions
👗 Odwira Street Fashion Experience
🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
🛍️ Vendor Marketplace
🌍 Cultural Heritage Showcases
🍲 Community Cooking Initiative
🩺 Community Health Screening
🤝 Networking & Cultural Exchange
🏛️ Tourism Promotion Activities
Speaking on the appointment, Moses Frimpong (Usher1Baby) and Nana Adwoa Sarfowaa Adei, Dabrehemaa of the Asona Akoaboa Clan and Co-Founders and Executive Directors of UDAI Studios USA LLC, shared their excitement:
“We are honored to welcome Mr. Fred Kyei Mensah as the Board Chairman of the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival. His experience, integrity, and unwavering passion for Ghana’s creative industry will provide invaluable leadership as we continue to build a festival that connects Africa with the global diaspora. We are confident that his guidance will strengthen our vision and help elevate the festival to even greater heights.”
The appointment reflects the festival’s commitment to excellence, strong governance, and sustainable growth. Under Mr. Fred Kyei Mensah’s leadership, the Festival Board will work to expand the festival’s reach, create greater opportunities for artists and cultural organizations, attract strategic partnerships, and position Aburi as a premier destination for cultural tourism and international engagement.
As the countdown to the 4th Edition begins, UDAI Studios USA LLC, together with its valued partners—Cediweb, King of All Perfume, 2Geez Entertainment, Medazee Ventures, and Koo’s Empire Designs—invites artists, dancers, musicians, fashion designers, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, media partners, and cultural enthusiasts from across Ghana, the African continent, and the global diaspora to be part of this historic celebration.
The Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival 2026 promises to be more than just a festival—it will be a powerful celebration of heritage, creativity, unity, tourism, and the enduring bond between Africa and its global diaspora, creating unforgettable experiences while honoring 200 years of the Revered Odwira Festival.
📍 Aburi, Ghana
🗓 October 15–17, 2026
About the Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival
The Diaspora Dance & Arts Festival (DDAF) is an international cultural festival organized by UDAI Studios USA LLC. The festival celebrates African culture through dance, music, visual arts, fashion, tourism, and community engagement while strengthening cultural, social, and economic ties between Africa and the global diaspora.
Theme: Celebrating 200 Years of the Revered Odwira Festival
