{"id":99101,"date":"2025-10-18T02:01:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-18T02:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=99101"},"modified":"2025-10-18T02:01:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T02:01:00","slug":"kufuor-hails-apostle-safo-kantanka-as-a-grace-and-a-gift-to-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=99101","title":{"rendered":"Kufuor hails Apostle Safo Kantanka as \u2018a grace and a gift\u2019 to Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has paid an emotional and wide-ranging tribute to the late Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, hailing the legendary engineer, philanthropist, and spiritual leader as \u201ca grace and a gift not just to his family, but to Ghana and the entire African continent\u201d.<\/p>\n

The tribute was delivered during a solemn courtesy visit at Mr. Kufuor\u2019s Aburi residence, where Sarah Adwoa Safo, former Dome-Kwabenya MP and daughter of the late Apostle, led a delegation of the Safo family to formally inform the former President of the passing of their patriarch. <\/p>\n

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Apostle Safo, founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission and Kantanka Group of Companies, passed away in August 2024 at the age of 76 after decades of pioneering work in industry and technological innovation.<\/p>\n

Celebrating a Visionary\u2019s Lifelong Impact<\/strong><\/p>\n

Reflecting on Apostle Safo\u2019s remarkable journey, Mr. Kufuor emphasized the universality of purpose and legacy, noting the late inventor\u2019s profound spiritual and technological contributions.<\/p>\n

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\u201cApostle lived his life well and told his own story before his passing,\u201d the former President remarked, underscoring the sense of fulfilment that defined the Apostle\u2019s career and family life.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

He praised the resilience and unity shown by the Safo family in the wake of their loss, adding:<\/p>\n

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\u201cA grace and a gift not just to his family, but to Ghana and the entire African continent.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Mr. Kufuor observed that Apostle Safo \u201cnurtured his children well,\u201d commending the next generation\u2019s commitment to upholding his legacy.<\/p>\n

Honouring a National Icon<\/strong><\/p>\n

During his presidency (2001\u20132009), Mr. Kufuor recognised Apostle Safo\u2019s contribution to national development with a state award. Although the Apostle was unable to attend the ceremony, the President highlighted the significance of that national acknowledgement, noting that it reflected the broad impact of Safo\u2019s decades of entrepreneurship and innovation.<\/p>\n

Apostle Safo\u2019s legacy is particularly evident in Ghana\u2019s burgeoning automotive and technology sectors. The Kantanka Group\u2019s achievements include the first locally assembled vehicles, a range of industrial machinery, and advanced agricultural equipment\u2014milestones that have inspired a new generation of African innovators. <\/p>\n

According to the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Kantanka\u2019s operations have created more than 2,000 jobs and contributed to a 15% increase in domestic technology manufacturing since 2015.<\/p>\n

Mr. Kufuor also recounted his attendance at one of Apostle Safo\u2019s celebrated technology exhibitions in Gomoa in September 2024.<\/p>\n

The event, which drew thousands of participants from across Ghana and abroad, showcased innovations in robotics, alternative energy, and agriculture, and highlighted what Mr. Kufuor described as the Apostle\u2019s \u201cglobal appeal.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cHow far his work and personality appealed globally,\u201d the former President noted, referencing the international attention and partnerships sparked by Kantanka\u2019s products.<\/p>\n

A Call for a Dignified Farewell<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Looking ahead, Mr. Kufuor pledged his personal support to the upcoming 40th Day observation for Apostle Safo, scheduled for the University of Ghana, Legon\u2014a traditional milestone in Ghanaian funeral rites that marks the transition of a departed soul.<\/p>\n

He urged the family to ensure that the late visionary is accorded a \u201cdignified burial befitting his legacy,\u201d reassuring them of his continued involvement in commemorative activities.<\/p>\n

Family\u2019s Response: Commitment to Legacy<\/strong><\/p>\n

Responding on behalf of the family, Sarah Adwoa Safo expressed deep appreciation for Mr. Kufuor\u2019s enduring support, both in public life and in private counsel.<\/p>\n

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She affirmed the family\u2019s resolve to rely on his \u201crich experience and guidance\u201d as they work to preserve and advance their late father\u2019s legacy.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Ms. Safo reiterated the family\u2019s determination to strengthen the institutions and innovations inspired by Apostle Safo, reflecting the late patriarch\u2019s belief in self-reliance, creativity, and national pride.<\/p>\n

A Legacy of Innovation and Inspiration<\/strong><\/p>\n

Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka leaves behind a lasting legacy as one of Ghana\u2019s foremost inventors, religious leaders, and advocates for African industrialization. His works in robotics, local automobile manufacturing, and agricultural technology have received global recognition, including features by the BBC and CNN, and have positioned Ghana as a rising player in Africa\u2019s science and technology renaissance.<\/p>\n

As preparations continue for his 40th Day memorial, tributes continue to pour in from across the continent, with leaders, engineers, and faith communities all acknowledging the indelible mark left by a man whose vision transcended borders and generations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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