DC Ghana Week Returns to Washington, D.C. with Full Schedule of Events from October 7-12, 2024

October 1, 2024 – Major League Soccer (MLS)
D.C. United News Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – D.C. United will host 24-time Ghana Premier League champions, Asante Kotoko, in a historic soccer friendly known as the “Capital City Africa Cup” on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 6:00 p.m. at Audi Field as the culmination of DC Ghana Week. DC Ghana Week is a series of events devoted to the celebration of Ghanaian art, culture, business, tourism, sports, food and more, taking place October 7-12, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The full schedule of events hosted by the Ghana Tourism Authority, LIQUID SOUL-DC, Events DC, and D.C. United was revealed today.

“D.C. United is proud to be part of DC Ghana Week celebrating Ghanaian art, culture, business, tourism, and sports right here in Washington, D.C.,” said Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations at D.C. United. “The Capital City Africa Cup embodies the unifying power of soccer, and we were thrilled to host the Ghanaian Premier League Champions, Medeama SC, at Audi Field last fall. It’s important for our club to create meaningful opportunities within our city and to support the vibrant Ghanaian community here. We’re excited to welcome Asante Kotoko, another esteemed Ghanaian Premier League team, for what promises to be an exciting match for our fans.”

For the first time, DC Ghana Week will also feature African Restaurant Week, offering the community an opportunity to experience the rich and diverse flavors of Pan-African cuisine, including African, African American, and Caribbean delicacies, with special discounts and prix fixe menus at several local restaurants. Featured restaurants and food establishments include Bukom, Hezdole, Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine, Appioo, Serengeti Restaurant Lounge and more. For more information on African Restaurant Week and the full list of participating restaurants, go to AfricanRestaurantWeek.com.

€” Monday, October 7 (6 – 9 p.m. ET): DC Ghana Week & Capital City Africa Cup Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception

€”‹ The official kick-off to the week of events

€”‹ Speakers are slated to include Akwasi Agyeman, CEO of Ghana Tourism Authority; Mark Addo, Vice President, Ghana Football Association; Danita Johnson, President of Business Operations, D.C. United; Paxton Baker, Managing Partner, LIQUID SOUL-DC; Angie Gates, President and CEO, Events DC; Aly Kaba, Executive Director, DC Mayor’s Office of African Affairs

€”‹ Note, this event is by invitation only and not open to the…