Ghana’s grassroots environmental champions, the Buz Stop Boys, are set to receive an international recognition at the 2025 Carnival of Cultures in Berlin, where they will be honoured by the Berlin team.
Scheduled from June 6 to 9, 2025, the annual multicultural festival in Germany’s capital will feature a special tribute to the Accra-based volunteer group during the grand parade on June 8.
Known for their tireless efforts to clean, green, and protect public spaces, particularly bus stops and neglected corners of Ghana’s capital, the Buz Stop Boys have progressed into a symbol of environmental activism.
Fatimah Adamu Suka, CEO of Ghana Carnival Berlin, explained the motivation behind this year’s focus, “The Buz Stop Boys embody community service at its purest.
Their impact is visible, their passion is inspiring, and we believe they deserve to be honoured on a world stage. This tribute is our way of saying: We see you, Ghana sees you, and now the world will too.”
The Ghanaian float will pulse with the energy of traditional drums, bold Kente fabrics, Adinkra symbols, and Afrobeat performances.
This year, it will spotlight environmental stewardship and the power of grassroots action, using the story of the Buz Stop Boys to inspire global audiences.
Ghana Carnival Berlin has, in recent years, used its platform to promote sustainability and responsible tourism.
In 2024, the team began supporting clean-up initiatives back home and advocating for the use of biodegradable materials in public events.
The tribute will serve not only as a celebration but also a call to action, reminding the world that ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they care for their communities.
Founded by a group of young volunteers in Accra, the Buz Stop Boys are widely respected for transforming neglected public spaces into cleaner, greener environments. Their tools are brooms, paint, and plants, their motivation is love for the country.
The Carnival of Cultures
Held annually in Berlin since 1996, the Carnival of Cultures draws hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and the arts.
The four-day event features parades, performances, food, and advocacy, making it a perfect stage for spotlighting global changemakers like the Buz Stop Boys.
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