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  1. July 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    Emeritus Apostle Kwadwo Safo, saying it does not support the activities taking place at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre at Gomoa Mpota.

    Kristo Asafo Mission rejects burial rites of late leader, accuses security agencies of failing to enforce court order
  3. Daily Guide

    Despite an interim injunction issued by the Accra High Court seeking to halt the funeral, thousands of mourners, family members, sympathisers and followers of the Kristo Asafo Mission have gathered at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region to pay their final respects.

    Let Peace Reign So Kantanka Can Rest– Ras Kuuku
  4. Joy Online

    The leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from the alleged burial and funeral activities reportedly taking place at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre at Gomoa Mpota.

    Kristo Asafo Mission distances itself from alleged burial rites, calls for enforcement of court injunction
  5. Joy Online

    Meanwhile, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka is expected to be buried today at Gomoa Mpota, with the final funeral rites scheduled for July 31 at the Independence Square in Accra.

    Kwadwo Safo Kantanka funeral preparations continue despite court injunction
  6. Joy Online

    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

    Mahama, former presidents, other dignitaries to attend Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s funeral – Family confirms
  7. The Chronicle

    r differences over succession issues and is now united in honouring the remarkable life and legacy of one of Ghana’s most celebrated innovators and nation-builders.The burial will take place on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at the Kantanka Automobile Manufacturing Centre at Gomoa Mpota

    Final Preparations Peak For Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s State-Scale Funeral
  8. June 2026
  9. The Chronicle

    According to her, the traditional burial rites, known as “Doteyie”, will be held on July 30, 2026 at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region, where a grand mausoleum has been constructed as the final resting place of the renowned leader.

    Julius Debrah Pays Tribute To Apostle Kwadwo Safo
  10. Daily Guide

    The burial ceremony will now take place on July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region.

    Family Unveils Funeral Cloths for Apostle Kwadwo Safo
  11. The Chronicle

    She announced that the burial ceremony will now take place on July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region.The following day, July 31, a national farewell service will be held at Independence Square in Accra, where thousands of mourners from across Ghana and beyond are exp

    Kantanka’s Funeral Cloths Out
  12. May 2026
  13. The Ghanaian Times

    According to her, during a press conference today, the burial service for the late Founder and Leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission will take place on July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region.

    Late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka’s funeral and burial dates announced

Friday 31 July

  1. Kristo Asafo Mission rejects late leader's funeral rites

    The leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from ongoing burial and funeral rites for its founder, Prof. Emeritus Apostle Kwadwo Safo, stating it does not support activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre. The church alleges that security agencies have failed to enforce a court injunction obtained by the Aduana Kotoko Royal Family restraining the ceremonies.

    31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Ras Kuuku urges Kantanka family to resolve tensions before funeral

    Reggae musician Ras Kuuku has appealed to the family of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka to set aside their differences and allow peace to prevail during funeral arrangements, saying the spiritual leader deserves a dignified burial rather than one overshadowed by family disputes.

    31 July 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Kristo Asafo Mission denies involvement in burial activities

    The Kristo Asafo Mission has distanced itself from alleged burial and funeral activities at the Apostle Safo Suaye Centre in Gomoa Mpota, reaffirming support for its leader and stating the church has no involvement. The Aduana Kotoko Royal Family has obtained a court injunction restraining all burial and funeral activities related to the matter and notified security agencies.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 July

  1. Funeral preparations continue despite court injunction order

    Preparations for the funeral of Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka are ongoing at Gomoa Mpata in the Central Region despite a 10-day interim injunction issued by the Accra High Court on July 29, 2026, which temporarily restrains Sarah Adwoa Safo from proceeding with the funeral arrangements.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Apostle Kwadwo Safo's burial set for July 30 at Kantanka

    The family of late Apostle Kwadwo Safo has announced final preparations for his burial ceremony on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Kantanka Automobile Manufacturing Centre in Gomoa Mpota, Central Region. High-level dignitaries including former presidents are expected to attend, and a memorial edifice housing his personal effects and inventions has been constructed within the industrial complex to preserve his legacy.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Apostle Kwadwo Safo's state funeral set for July 30-31, 2026

    Preparations for the burial and funeral rites of the late Apostle Emeritus Professor Ing Kwadwo Safo, an inventor, industrialist and philanthropist, have reached their final phase. The burial is scheduled for July 30 at the Kantanka Automobile Manufacturing Centre in Gomoa Mpota, followed by a national funeral service on July 31 at Black Star Square in Accra; a memorial museum housing his personal belongings and inventions has been completed at the industrial complex.

    22 July 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah honours late Apostle Kwadwo Safo

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah paid tribute to the late Apostle Emeritus Prof. Ing. Kwadwo Safo, an inventor, industrialist, and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, describing him as an exceptional visionary who dedicated his life to improving others' lives and advancing national development.

    3 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 1 June

  1. Family unveils funeral cloths for Apostle Kwadwo Safo

    The family of the late Apostle Emeritus Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo has unveiled official funeral cloths for his final rites—a black-and-red cloth for the burial and main funeral, and a black-and-white cloth for a thanksgiving service in Kumasi. The Head of the Family urged mourners to follow the approved dress code to ensure dignity and uniformity throughout the ceremonies.

    1 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Kantanka family unveils funeral cloths for final rites

    The family of late Apostle Emeritus Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka has unveiled two official cloth designs for his funeral ceremonies: a black-and-red cloth for the burial and main funeral, and a black-and-white cloth for a thanksgiving service in Kumasi. The family stressed the importance of adhering to the dress code to ensure uniformity and dignity throughout the funeral activities.

    1 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 29 May

  1. Burial and funeral dates announced for Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka

    Sarah Adwoa Safo has announced that her father, the late Apostle Professor Emeritus Engineer Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, will be buried on July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota in the Central Region, with a funeral service on July 31, 2026, at Independence Square in Accra. A thanksgiving service is scheduled for August 8 in Kumasi, Ashanti Region.

    29 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Apostle Kwadwo Safo funeral rites scheduled for July 30–August 1

    The final funeral rites of Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and head of the Kantanka Group, will be held July 30 in Gomoa Mpota, Central Region, followed by a national farewell ceremony at Independence Square in Accra on July 31 and a thanksgiving service in Kumasi on August 1.

    20 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Ghana to bid farewell to Apostle Kwadwo Safo in July

    Industrialist and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission Apostle Dr Kwadwo Safo will be laid to rest on July 30, 2026, with a national farewell ceremony scheduled for July 31 at Independence Square in Accra and a thanksgiving service on August 1 in Kumasi. Safo was widely regarded as one of Ghana's most influential indigenous innovators, known for founding the Kantanka Group and pioneering Ghana's automobile manufacturing industry.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Kristo Asafo founder Apostle Kwadwo Safo funeral set for July 30

    Inventor and industrialist Apostle Kwadwo Safo, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and Kantanka Group, will be buried on July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota, followed by a national farewell ceremony at Independence Square on July 31 and a thanksgiving service on August 1.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

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