Most popular African weddings of 2025

According to an article published on GhanaWeb on Monday, January 5, 2026, the year 2025 will be remembered as a golden era for celebrity and high-profile weddings across Africa, particularly in Ghana and Nigeria, with opulent destination ceremonies and culturally rich traditional rites dominating headlines and social media while showcasing the evolving landscape of African wedding culture.

1. Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola's cross-continent wedding

Leading the list was the cross-continent wedding of Nigerian Afrobeats star Mr Eazi and actress and fashion entrepreneur Temi Otedola. Their three-part celebration spanned Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland, blending luxury, culture, and symbolism. The Monaco civil ceremony in May honoured Mr Eazi’s late mother, followed by a glamorous Yoruba traditional wedding in Dubai, and culminating in a breathtaking white wedding in Iceland, complete with a performance by global music icon John Legend.

2. Priscilla Ojo & Juma Jux

Equally captivating was the union of Priscilla Ojo and Tanzanian music star Juma Jux. Tagged #JP2025, their wedding journey crossed borders and cultures, with ceremonies in Dar es Salaam, Lagos, and Tanzania. The celebrations brought together Nigerian, Tanzanian, and Islamic traditions and were attended by top Nollywood stars and political figures. The couple later welcomed their first child, adding to the public fascination around their love story.

3. Davido and Chioma

Nigerian superstar Davido and Chioma Rowland’s Miami wedding, though held outside Africa, also resonated strongly within Ghana’s social scene. The presence of Ghanaian personalities such as Stonebwoy and Edwina Akufo-Addo highlighted the growing interconnectedness of African celebrity culture and the rising popularity of destination weddings.

4. Empress Jamila and Kwabena

Closer to home, influencer and fashion stylist Empress Jamila’s wedding to Kwabena in Accra stood out for its visual appeal and fashion-forward choices. Her dramatic ombré Kente bridal gown became a viral moment, earning admiration from fashion enthusiasts and positioning the wedding as one of the most stylish of the year.

5. Fiifi Coleman and Liza Kwarteng

Actor and filmmaker Fiifi Coleman’s wedding in Kumasi also captured national attention. Blending Ashanti traditions with modern elegance, the event—popularly dubbed “FIZA25”—brought together leading figures from Ghana’s entertainment industry while maintaining a sense of authenticity and intimacy.

6. Kofi Atta Kakra Kusi and Sharon Danquah

Rounding off the list was the elegant wedding of Kofi Atta Kakra Kusi, Deputy Director at the Ghana Tourism Authority, and Sharon Danquah. Their Accra-based ceremony drew diplomats, government officials, and entertainment personalities, symbolising the intersection of public service and social prominence. The seamless fusion of traditional and contemporary elements reflected the modern direction of Ghanaian weddings.

Collectively, these weddings not only celebrated love but also showcased Africa’s rich cultural diversity, growing global influence, and the creative evolution of wedding ceremonies on the continent.