The President Nana Akufo Addo has declared Tuesday, 21st September, 2021 which marks Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, as a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country.

This was contained in a press statement signed by Minister for the Interior, Ambrose Dery.

“The general public is hereby informed that Tuesday, 21st September 2021, which marks Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day, is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country,” the statement from the Interior Ministry said.

Background:
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day is a statutory public holiday, which is celebrated on September 21st. If September 21st falls on a weekend, the following Monday will be observed as a holiday.

This holiday commemorates the birthday of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President.

Prior to the passing of the Public Holiday Amendment Bill into law in March 2019, the holiday on September 21st was known as Founder’s Day. However, Founders’ Day will now be celebrated with a public holiday on August 4th.

How is Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day Celebrated?
The day is marked with lectures and events to commemorate the achievements and legacy of Dr. Nkrumah.