About us

Explore African Arts at AAMA – Music, Dance & Language by the Beach in Accra

Experience Ghana’s rich cultural heritage at the Academy of African Music and Arts (AAMA) in Kokrobite. Founded by legendary drummer Mustapha Tetteh Addy, our coastal academy offers immersive workshops in traditional drumming, dance, and Ga language—perfect for learners seeking authentic African arts education in a vibrant beachside setting.

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Our Vision – Empowering African Heritage Through Arts & Education

To be a globally recognized center for African artistic excellence, where music, dance, theatre, and language converge to celebrate Ghana’s cultural soul and inspire lifelong learning.

Our Objective

  • Preserve & Promote Tradition:
    Revive and share indigenous Ghanaian arts—especially the legacy of legendary drummer Mustapha Tetteh Addy—with local and international audiences.
  • Deliver Immersive Education:
    Offer hands-on workshops in African drumming, dance, theatre, and Ga language that blend heritage with creativity.
  • Foster Global Exchange:
    Create a welcoming space in Kokrobite for learners, artists, and educators from around the world to connect and collaborate.
  • Uplift Local Communities:
    Engage Ghanaian youth and artists through education, employment, and cultural empowerment rooted in the rhythms of their heritage.
  • Build Sustainable Partnerships:
    Collaborate with institutions, brands, and changemakers to expand the reach and impact of African arts education.

What Makes AAMA Unique in Ghana, West Africa

About AAMA – Preserving Ghana’s Cultural Legacy Through Music, Dance & Language at Kokrobite Beach

At the Academy of African Music and Arts (AAMA), we don’t just teach African arts—we live and breathe them on the shores of Kokrobite. Founded by master drummer Mustapha Tetteh Addy, AAMA is rooted in the soul of Ghanaian tradition and powered by authentic experiences that blend education, community, and creativity.

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Courses offered with
85%
Participants reporting a deeper cultural connection
96%
Satisfaction rate across international and local learners.
500
learners annually
100%
Guests rating AAMA’s hospitality as excellent

Meet the team

Ayisha

Principal & Member of B.O.D.

Kotey Emmanuel

Vice Principal,

Stella

Director

About Us

Tucked along Kokrobite’s scenic coastline near Accra, the Academy of African Music and Arts fuses African rhythms, dance, and art with the charm of a beachside escape—offering immersive workshops