Sway DaSafo to be Honored With One-Week Memorial in Ghana
The family of the late British-Ghanaian rapper Sway DaSafo has announced a one-week memorial observation to be held in Accra, Ghana, on October 3, 2026. The event aims to honor the legacy of the artist, who passed away earlier this month.
Why it matters
The memorial highlights the cultural impact of the artist and the international mourning process within the music community.
Comment Save Share Comments Comments Tony Buckingham/Redferns Key Takeaways Sway DaSafo's family will honor the late British-Ghanaian rapper with a one-week memorial observation in Accra, Ghana, on October 3, 2026, from 11 A.M. to 8 P.M. The family called Sway "a legend" whose death left "an immense void" and asked attendees to request the venue address through the WhatsApp number in the Instagram announcement. Sway died at his home in Ghana earlier in September, prompting tributes from artists including Lupe Fiasco. Sway DaSafo , the beloved British-Ghanaian rapper who died earlier this month , will be honored with a one week memorial next month.
On Monday (September 28), a post appeared on the late rapper's Instagram announcing a "one week observation arrangement" set to take place in Accra, Ghana starting October 3.
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