The death of Ghanaian highlife icon Dada KD has ignited scrutiny of the country’s healthcare system after his manager revealed the musician was turned away from two hospitals during a medical emergency.
Manager King Pee disclosed in a Peace FM interview with Kwesi Aboagye that Dada KD collapsed at home and was rushed to three facilities before receiving attention at Gbawe Government Hospital.
“A caregiver found him unconscious and, with a taxi driver, tried two hospitals with no doctors on duty,” Pee stated, emphasizing that delays in accessing care may have impacted survival chances. The exact cause of death remains undisclosed, but the incident has amplified calls for improved emergency medical infrastructure.
Dada KD, renowned for his baritone voice and timeless love songs, shaped Ghana’s highlife genre over decades. His music became synonymous with weddings and cultural celebrations, earning him a loyal fanbase. Fans and peers now mourn not just his loss but systemic gaps highlighted by his final hours.