The family of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo has announced that final preparations for his burial and funeral rites have reached their final stages, with the family, children and lea
The report indicates that the family of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo has announced that final preparations for his burial and funeral rites have reached their final stages, with the family, children and leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission united in their determination to accord the revered spiritual leader, industrialist, inventor, technologist, farmer and philanthropist a befitting farewell.
It further notes that in a statement issued by the family, it stated that following initial discussions surrounding succession matters, all differences had been put behind them and that they were now singularly focused on celebrating the extraordinary life and enduring legacy of one of Ghana’s greatest innovators, visionaries and nation-builders
According to the family, the burial ceremony will take place on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Kantanka Automobile Manufacturing Centre at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region—the industrial hub established by the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo, where his vision of a wholly Ghanaian automobile manufacturing industry took shape.
In accordance with his last testament, Apostle Kwadwo Safo left detailed instructions on how he wished to be remembered by future generations. In fulfilment of those wishes, a memorial edifice has been constructed within the industrial complex to preserve his legacy.
The memorial will house his personal effects, including his attire, footwear, tools, inventions, prototypes and selected works, creating a permanent repository of his life’s achievements.
The family announced that the national funeral service will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the Black Star Square (Independence Square) in Accra, where tens of thousands of mourners from across Ghana and abroad are expected to gather to pay their final respects.
The funeral is expected to attract an unprecedented gathering of dignitaries from across the political, traditional, religious, diplomatic and business communities. President John Dramani Mahama is expected to lead the nation’s tribute, accompanied by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, ministers of state and senior government officials.
Former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo have also expressed their willingness to attend the funeral in honour of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo, the family said. Joining them will be former Vice President and Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, together with national executives of both the NPP and NDC.
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, together with Members of Parliament from both the Majority and Minority Caucuses, are also expected to attend.
In a rare parliamentary honour, the Speaker has directed that a statement be made on the floor of Parliament in memory of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo, with members from both sides expected to pay tribute to his extraordinary contributions to Ghana’s industrial, scientific and technological advancement.
As part of Parliament’s tribute, Parliament TV will throughout the week broadcast a special documentary chronicling the remarkable life, inventions and achievements of Apostle Kwadwo Safo.
The final funeral observances will conclude with a Thanksgiving Service on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi, the family added.
The family stated Apostle Kwadwo Safo leaves behind an unparalleled legacy of innovation, self-reliance, industrial excellence and service to humanity.
Through his pioneering work in automobile manufacturing, engineering, agriculture, education, science and technology, he demonstrated that Africans possess the ingenuity and capacity to solve their own developmental challenges.
