BREAKING: Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka Passes On at 76
Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo, the revered religious leader, technological innovator, and founder of the Kristo Asafo Church, has died peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025, his family has confirmed. He was 76.
Known affectionately as “Kantanka, the African Star,” Apostle Safo was a celebrated figure in Ghana for his contributions to technology, agriculture, and industry.
In a statement released by the Safo family, led by his daughter Sarah Adwoa Safo, they cited Romans 14:8 and described him as a “gallant son” whose legacy was marked by his unwavering commitment to excellence.
The family has requested privacy during this period of mourning. Funeral arrangements will be announced soon.
Read the full statement below:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THE PASSING OF APOSTLE DR. KWADWO SAFO
With profound sorrow and deepest grief, the Safo Family and the Kristo Asafo Church announces the peaceful passing of Ghana’s beloved man of God, the greatest technological icon, philanthropist, agriculturalist and industrialist popularly referred to as “Kantanka, the African Star”.
Our dearest Father passed away peacefully on Thursday 11th September, 2025.
Romans 14:8 states; “For if we live, we live to the Lord and if we die, we die to the Lord”.
Apostle Safo was a true genius, the beacon of hope for many, a father to the fatherless. Ghana has indeed lost a galant son and a true legend.
His unique persona was shaped by his life struggles, dreams, resilience, courage, determination and dedication to His calling and conviction.
During this time of grief, we humbly request that the general public respects the privacy of the family and loved ones.
The burial and funeral arrangements shall be duly communicated in the coming days
Signed
Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo (Esq)
