21/02/2025
February started off on a heavy note. My wife’s aunt passed away suddenly, and we had to attend her funeral in Mafi Kumasi. I had originally planned to kick off our Black History Month (BHM) program on February 1st, but with the funeral, that wasn’t possible. As we were there, it hit me—February 2nd was the anniversary of my mother Yaa Bea’s passing. That Sunday morning, we visited her grave, poured libations, and placed flowers in her honor. It was an emotional and grounding experience. Looking back, I realize how special that moment was. It reminded me why I do what I do—why these celebrations of our history and culture matter.
This is my fifth year organizing BHM in Ghana with the Born Again Afrikan History Study Group and Real Repatriation Consultant at the Born Again Afrikan Ghana Soul Food now Born Again Afrikan Event Center. Every year, I put my heart and soul into this program—not just as an event organizer but as a father, a mentor, and a member of the African Diaspora reclaiming our history. Instead of organizing different types of events, I’ve made it a priority to focus on education, empowerment, and culture. This year’s theme, “Black Inventors,” is powerful. We are celebrating the minds that changed the world—African and Black inventors whose contributions often go unrecognized.
I’ve been working non-stop since January to bring together a strong network of organizations and individuals to make this happen. We’ve got:
Sankofa Global Project - Alex Kwarpong Tracy Gray
Edna Oliver Asarei of the Mawu Klenam Foundation and the National Youth Authority
Luyusah Mohammed, District Coordinator, an incredible partner over the years
Nana Sarpong Isreal (Appiah) Nana Appiah Kwaku of Blood Drive, Save Life Foundation, who’s organizing a blood drive
Mawu Klenam leading a clothing drive to help expectant mothers and those in need
The MMG Foundation group Mosiah Marcus Garvey Foundation, one of our key sponsors, providing a keynote speaker Mr. Neville Buchanan Girma Melekot
Morgan Academy STEM School, where my kids go. Their students will be performing drama and cultural pieces
The Future Leaders of Africa, a group my wife, Janet Muhammad, has been mentoring, will perform skits about Black inventors
Emerging English Coaching, a long-time supporter of Born Again Afrikan events
And it’s not just organizations—we’ve got young people from the Discover Akosombo Area Book Club stepping up to help, especially Brother Fritz, who’s been working hard to get the space cleaned up and ready.
Let’s be real—organizing people isn’t easy. It takes patience, flexibility, and, honestly, thick skin. I know I’m not always the easiest person to work with, but I’m learning to be more flexible. At the end of the day, what matters is that we create something meaningful for the community.
One of the things I’m most excited about? The food. We’re bringing together African American soul food, Ghanaian dishes, and some Jamaican flavors, thanks to our brothers and sisters from the Marcus Garvey movement. It’s going to be a fusion of cultures, history, and good vibes.
Growing up in the U.S., I often heard that African Americans didn’t have a culture. Now, here I am, celebrating Black History Month in Ghana, surrounded by my people, honoring our ancestors, and teaching the next generation about their history. This is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done.
So, I invite you to be part of this special day on February 22, 2025. Come out, learn about Black inventors, enjoy the performances, and celebrate our shared heritage. Let’s make history together.
See you there!
