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Paint-a-thon: Sharon Dede Padi completes GWR attempt after 7 days

Ghanaian artist Sharon Dede Padi Padiki has completed her Guinness World Record attempt for the longest painting marathon by an individual.

Sharon embarked on the attempt at the Accra Tourism Information Centre, where she painted for seven days (168 hours), starting on March 15 and concluding on March 22, 2024.

Her attempt surpassed the current record of 100 hours held by Chancellor Ahaghotu, a Nigerian based in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, in 2023.

Sharon created about 145 paintings throughout her attempt, showcasing her exceptional talent and endurance in the visual arts.

Videos making the rounds on social media showed Sharon being congratulated by fans, supporters, and representatives from the Tourism Ministry.

Sharon Dede Padi Padiki joins the long list of Ghanaians who have embarked on various Guinness World Record attempts since December 2023, including Afua Asantewaa (longest singing marathon), Chef Failatu Abdul-Razak (longest cooking marathon), and Regina Adu Safowaah (longest speech by an individual).

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Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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