Just days after Ghana’s Afua Asantewaa ended her Guinness World Record singathon attempt, a young Nigerian singer named Jazmine Sawacha has also revealed her intentions of singing for 130 hours nonstop.
Citing a trending flyer, Jazmine is set to embark on a 130-hour singing marathon in March, approved by the Guinness World Record, to come off in March 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria.
Meanwhile, Afua Asantewaa Owusu Aduonum submitted her final evidence to Guinness World Records just two days ago.
While awaiting verification from Guinness World Record judges, Asantewaa’s effort is believed to have significantly exceeded the existing record set by India’s Sunil Waghmare in 2012.
Afua Asantewaa submits her final evidence to Guinness World Records
Last week, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum officially submitted the conclusive evidence of her remarkable sing-a-thon attempt to the Guinness Book of World Records for review and confirmation.
In an interview with Graphic Online, Afua Asantewaa revealed that the final evidence was submitted on Saturday, January 6, 2024, marking the culmination of her extraordinary musical journey.
Afua Asantewaa embarked on her ambitious sing-a-thon on Sunday, December 24, 2023, captivating Ghanaians with days filled with melodious tunes and heartfelt performances.
The marathon showcased not only her vocal prowess but also her determination to break the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon.
The Ghanaian songstress sang for an astounding 126 hours and 52 minutes, surpassing the previous record of 105 hours set by Indian Sunil Waghmare in 2012.
Despite initially planning for a 117-hour effort, Afua Asantewaa’s musical journey extended into the early hours of the sixth day before she concluded the attempt.
The submission of the final evidence marks a crucial step in the process of verifying Afua Asantewaa’s Guinness World Record achievement.
The review and confirmation by Guinness World Records will determine whether she officially holds the title for the longest singing marathon by an individual.
Ghanaians have rallied behind Afua Asantewaa, applauding her resilience, talent, and dedication to achieving such a significant musical milestone.