Lights of Africa heads to three universities in Accra

Soundhunt Lights of Africa brings two-day university talent hunt across Accra to discover rising music stars

Sat, 30 May 2026 Source: Erica Arthur, Contributor

The energy is about to rise across campus grounds as Lights Of Africa prepares to make an unforgettable stop in three universities in Accra for an intensive music talent discovery experience.

Designed to discover the next generation of music stars, the event combines raw talents, live performances, audience interaction, and real-time judging into one electrifying platform.

This new initiative is more than just a competition. It is a movement focused on discovering authentic voices, unique sounds, and rising performers who are ready to make their mark in the music and entertainment industry.

Day One: The Intensive Sound Hunt

The first day of the event will focus on the highly anticipated Sound Hunt.

Selected judges move around the campus and identify random talents, engage them individually, and ask them to perform original pieces to test their musical style and ability before they reach the final stage.

The Sound Hunt is expected to uncover hidden gems within the universities as participants battle for a chance to advance to the next level.

From Afrobeats and Highlife to Rap, R&B, Dancehall, and Alternative sounds, the platform welcomes creativity and individuality.

Judges will carefully assess contestants based on:

● Vocal performance

● Originality and sound identity

● Stage presence

● Audience connection

● Overall performance quality

Only the most outstanding contestants will qualify for the next stage of the experience.

Day Two: The Up Rising Stage

After surviving the Sound Hunt, selected contestants will advance to the Up Rising Stage, a live performance showdown where talent meets real-time audience engagement.

Unlike the audition-style format of day one, the Up Rising Stage brings contestants face-to-face with a live audience atmosphere.

Qualified performers will deliver full performances on stage while both judges and audience members actively participate in the voting process.

This unique setup creates an exciting blend of entertainment and competition, giving fans and supporters the opportunity to influence who stands out as the next rising star.

The second day promises:

● Live stage performances

● Real-time audience reactions

● Judge and audience voting

● High-energy entertainment

● Networking opportunities for creatives and music lovers

Lights of Africa continues to position itself as a strong platform for youth empowerment and entertainment development.

By taking this experience directly to university campuses, the initiative creates direct opportunities for young creatives to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

The event is also expected to attract music enthusiasts, influencers, content creators, media personalities, and industry stakeholders who are passionate about discovering fresh talent from Ghana’s growing creative scene.

With music culture rapidly evolving among Ghanaian youth, Lights of Africa’s university tour represents a fresh and engaging way to bridge underground talent with mainstream opportunities.

The combination of auditions, live showcases, and audience participation creates a memorable experience that goes beyond ordinary campus entertainment.

As anticipation builds, students across Accra are preparing to witness two unforgettable days of music, creativity, competition, and emerging stars.

Source: Erica Arthur, Contributor