Ghana to Mark 68th Independence Day with Modest Celebrations

Ghana will celebrate its 68th Independence Day on March 6, 2025, with modest activities led by the Government. The President will address the nation, and various cultural performances will occur. Celebrations are restructured to be cost-effective while promoting national pride and unity, echoing Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy.

On March 6, 2025, Ghana will celebrate its 68th Independence Day, commemorating its liberation from colonial rule. This historic event marks Ghana as the first sub-Saharan African nation to achieve independence in 1957, led by Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who later became the nation’s first Prime Minister and President. Unlike previous years, the Government has elected to hold “modest” celebrations to reduce costs, moving away from grand ceremonies at the iconic Black Star Square.

Central events will take place at the Presidential seat, where the President will deliver a national address. The theme this year, “Reflect, Review, Reseat,” will feature a Military Guard of Honour and cultural performances by basic school pupils, alongside a poetry recital from a senior high school student.

Similar scaled-down celebrations are anticipated across Municipal, Metropolitan, and District Assemblies nationwide. Although past observances were held on a rotational basis outside the capital to promote inclusivity, the Government has reversed this policy as a part of budgetary cost-cutting measures. While the official date is March 6, activities celebrating nationalism and unity will span the entire month.

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah famously declared Ghana “free forever” in 1957, affirming the nation’s commitment to leading the African liberation movement. His powerful words highlighted the intertwined fates of Ghana’s independence and the broader quest for freedom across Africa. The national flag, hoisted at midnight on the day of independence, features red for blood spilt in the struggle, yellow for prosperity, green for Ghana’s natural wealth, and a black star, symbolizing African unity and hope.

In summary, Ghana’s 68th Independence Day will be celebrated on March 6, 2025, with a focus on modesty and cost-effectiveness during the commemorations. The President will lead the activities at the seat of Government under the theme “Reflect, Review, Reseat,” while encouraging a month-long celebration of Ghanaian nationalism and unity. Dr. Kwame Nkrumah’s legacy of independence and the symbolism of Ghana’s flag continue to inspire national pride and a commitment to collective freedom across the African continent.

Original Source: gna.org.gh