Sierra Leonean chef Kumba Sinah, known as Chef Kumzee, has completed a 163-hour cooking marathon in Freetown, surpassing the existing Guinness World Record time as she awaits official recognition.
Footage filmed on Thursday shows Sinah preparing meals as supporters cheer, sing and film the final moments of her challenge. Kitchen staff are also seen serving food to the crowds.
“I think my passion for cooking, yes, is one thing that has inspired me,” Sinah said, explaining her ambition to showcase Sierra Leone’s cuisine to the world.
“She is a strong woman; she is really strong because she nearly gave up, but we held her, prayed with her together,” kitchen assistant Yeama said.
Gospel musician Judah Zubairu praised the attempt.
“I myself, for one, believe that in Sierra Leone, we have lots of amazing, gifted, talented people that the world needs to know about,” Zubairu said.
The record to beat was 140 hours, 11 minutes and 11 seconds, set by Liberian-Australian chef Evette Quoibia in 2024. Sinah’s 163-hour attempt still requires verification by Guinness World Records.
Source: Viory
