The family of gospel icon Yaw Sarpong has announced the funeral arrangements for the celebrated musician, setting a three-day programme to honour a man whose voice became the soundtrack of faith for countless Ghanaians.
The final funeral rites will be held in Asuofua, near Kumasi in the Ashanti Region — the hometown that will now serve as the final resting place of one of Ghana’s most beloved gospel artists.
Activities will begin with a wake-keeping ceremony on Friday, May 8, 2026, before the main burial service takes place the following day, Saturday, May 9, at the Asuofua Town Park. Mourners will be given the opportunity to file past the body and pay their final respects before the burial. The family will then bring the proceedings to a close with a thanksgiving service on Sunday, May 10, 2026 — a fitting tribute to a life devoted to worship and ministry.
The announcement comes months after the one-week observation, which drew family members, industry figures, and devoted fans who gathered to mourn and reflect on Sarpong’s towering legacy in Ghanaian gospel music.
Yaw Sarpong, the visionary leader of the iconic Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo Band, passed away on January 20, 2026, after a period of illness. His death sent shockwaves through Ghana’s music and religious communities, with tributes pouring in from across the country and beyond. Many remembered him not just as a musician, but as a pioneer — one of the defining voices who helped shape the sound and soul of modern Ghanaian gospel music.
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Over a career that spanned decades, Sarpong’s spiritually uplifting songs and commanding stage presence earned him a loyal following both at home and among the Ghanaian diaspora. His music ministered to generations, offering comfort, inspiration, and a deep connection to faith.
As the funeral date approaches, members of the gospel fraternity and fans from across Ghana are expected to converge on Asuofua to give the legend the send-off his life and ministry deserved.