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Two-year-old Ace-Liam Nana Sam Ankrah has once again made history. The toddler from Ghana, who has already made headlines as a Guinness World Record holder, continues to amaze the world. Notably, he already holds the distinguished title of being the youngest male artist ever recognized in 2024. Now, in a remarkable new achievement, he has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Global Child Prodigy Award in Art.
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He received the award in London, inside the historic Members’ Dining Room at the House of Commons in the UK Parliament. Dressed in a Ghanaian outfit and beaming with joy, Ace-Liam accepted the award surrounded by global leaders, family, and fellow prodigies. The moment was more than a personal win; it was a landmark achievement for African creativity and global representation.
Ace-Liam, a 2-year-old Ghanaian artist and former Guinness World Record holder for the Youngest Male Artist, has been named among the Top 100 Global Child Prodigies in Art for 2025 in the UK. pic.twitter.com/XlYI44ahTK
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Ace-Liam began painting at just six months old when his mother, Chantelle Kukua Eghan, noticed his fascination with color and texture. Instead of crayons or scribbles, Ace-Liam gravitated toward canvas and brush. He creates vibrant, abstract pieces filled with bold yellows, deep reds, blues, and greens. His brushstrokes, playful yet deliberate, draw praise from art lovers across the world.
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Earlier last year, Ace-Liam made headlines as the youngest artist to host a solo exhibition in Ghana, where collectors purchased many of his pieces. Shortly after, the Guinness World Records officially recognized him, cementing his place in history. Now, with the Global Child Prodigy Award, he adds another international accolade to his growing list.
A Celebration of Global Excellence
Ace-Liam joins an elite group of 100 exceptional children from over 130 countries who received the 2025 Global Child Prodigy Award. These young changemakers span categories such as science, innovation, arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, and social impact. Each honoree shows that age is not a barrier to greatness. Talent, passion, and purpose can flourish early when nurtured and supported.
Why This Win Matters for the World
Ace-Liam’s victory is a celebration of more than just individual genius. It symbolizes the growing visibility and value of African talent in global spaces. For too long, African artists have battled limited resources, underrepresentation, and exclusion from international platforms. Ace-Liam’s story breaks through those barriers.
This award shines a light on Ghana’s emerging art scene and the incredible potential that exists across the continent. It challenges outdated stereotypes and invites the world to reimagine Africa, not as a place of deficit, but as a hub of excellence, beauty, and innovation.
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His victory adds to the rising wave of African excellence in global arts and culture. Nigerian artists dominate the music charts. Kenyan filmmakers earn praise in Hollywood. Ghanaian designers turn heads at fashion weeks. Now, Ace-Liam adds fine art to this growing list. He becomes an ambassador for Ghana’s art scene. His story can attract new interest and investment. Art lovers worldwide will look to Ghana for fresh talent and new perspectives.
He becomes a cultural ambassador not only for Ghana but for African youth everywhere. His success will open doors for other young artists, inspire parents to nurture creativity, and encourage institutions to invest in Africa’s next generation of creators.
A Star Still Rising
What makes Ace-Liam even more remarkable is his pure love for art. He paints for the joy of it. His work is fresh, fearless, and full of imagination. He reminds us of the power of unfiltered expression. While most two-year-olds are learning to string sentences together, Ace-Liam is speaking volumes with his brush.
His mother, who also serves as his manager, says she will continue to guide and support his artistic journey. She hopes his story shows other parents the importance of paying attention to their children’s gifts, no matter how young they are.
Congratulations to Ace-Liam, the two-year-old artist who is changing the narrative for Africa, one painting at a time.
