Yaw Sarpong, a legendary gospel musician, has died.
Reports suggest that Yaw Sarpong died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi.
His death was confirmed by artiste manager Nana Poku Ashis.
Sources close to his family revealed the legendary gospel musician was receiving medical care at the hospital.
The late Yaw Sarpong was widely respected for his groundbreaking contributions to Ghanaian gospel music.
He rose to fame as the long-time leader of the Asomafoɔ Gospel Band, with whom he produced several timeless gospel classics.
His music helped shape contemporary gospel music in Ghana.
His work earned him immense respect within the Christian community and the wider music industry over the years.
Many younger gospel artistes cite him as a major influence on their musical journeys.
The late Yaw Sarpong has been in music for nearly 5 decades, with his first album coming out in 1981, “Adesrede”.
His hit gospel songs include ‘Awurade Kasa,’ ‘Tie Obiaa,’ and ‘Wo Haw Ne Hwan.’
Last year at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs), Yaw Sarpong was honoured with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to Ghanaian gospel.