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Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games 2026 slated for Sept 5

The 2026 edition of the Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games, aimed at promoting the heritage of the Dagaabas and Frafras through a healthy celebration of sports, culture, food, and peaceful coexistence, has been slated for the El-wak Stadium on September 5. This year’s edition would be on the theme “Unity in Diversity: The Dagaaba-Frafra Model for Peaceful … The post Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games 2026…

Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games 2026 slated for Sept 5

The upcoming 2026 edition of the Dagaaba-Frafra Friendly Games is set to take place at El-wak Stadium on September 5. This event aims to celebrate the heritage of the Dagaabas and Frafras through sports, cultural activities, and food, promoting peaceful coexistence. The theme for the event is "Unity in Diversity: The Dagaaba-Frafra Model for Peaceful Co-existence."

Notable dignitaries expected at the event include officials from the Presidency, the Speaker of Parliament, former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, chiefs, queen mothers, senior military personnel, justices of the Superior Courts, academics, and prominent sports figures. The games will feature football and basketball, attracting participants and spectators from the Dagaaba and Frafra communities.

In addition to sporting events, the festival will showcase traditional music, dance, and food, with a food and beverage exhibition featuring dishes like tuozafi, tupaani, Bambara beans, koose, and pito.

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