Lake Bosumtwi is the only natural lake in Ghana. It is situated within an ancient impact crater that is about 10.5 kilometres (6.5 mi) in diameter. It is about 30 km (19 mi) south-east of Kumasi the capital of Ashanti and is a popular recreational area. There are about 30 villages near crater lake Lake […]Read More
As a member of the Royal Society of Asante History and Culture (ROSACH), I read to an utter shock a news bulletin written by one Daniel Kenu, entitled “Kumasi Zoo Reopens” published on March 08, 2021 at www.graphic.com.gh, and widely circulated by other media outlets. With the Daily Graphic news outlet having gained a longstanding […]Read More
Asanteman celebrated 8th Akwasidae on Sunday, 18th October 2020. The last of the 9 Akwasidae’s celebrated in a year will be commemorated on Sunday, 29th October, 2020 to bring to year on the Asante Calendar to a close.Read More
Harnessing our cultural heritage for youth empowerment can be enhanced by using technology as an enabler. The relationship between modern technology and traditional culture has been a great concern of many. Those with a gloomy view states that they are not compatible with each other. However, based on my experiences, technology and traditional culture do […]Read More
Although Kente, as we know it was developed in the 17th Century A.D. by the Asante people, it has it’s roots in a long tradition of weaving in Africa dating back to about 3000 B.C. The origin of Kente is explained with both a legend and historical accounts. A legend has it that a man […]Read More
News of Nana Tuffour’s death came to me this morning via some posts on Facebook. The posts had about them the hesitancy and lack of specificity with which our people disseminate national tragedies. My immediate reaction was to call the person from whose post I picked the premonition of some unpleasant breaking news. The confirmation […]Read More
Otumfuo Asantehene has AKYEAME DU MIENU (Twelve Linguists or Spokesmen), who also serve as his Counsellors and Advisors. Three of them are shown in this photo taken at Otumfoɔ Asantehene Address @UPSA, Accra. Two of them are holding the Akyeampoma (Akyeamepoma) also known as the Linguist Staff. From the right on your screen: The Chief […]Read More
Aside from everything he has accomplished in life……: Pastor; Agronomist; Industrialist; Inventor;… you name it. …. Apostle Ɔbrempɔn Kwadwo Safo, is also a Man of Culture. He is utterly culturally situated. After all, part of him comes from Asumenya, Aduana Piesie. The beloved and respected man, whose accomplishments in life, is beyond words and description, […]Read More
A clip tells a million stories. This one sounds like an eulogy of a great past, a confused present and an uncertain future of a once vibrant suburb, the biggest in Kumasi, and the place of birth and nurture of the city’s most illustrious sons and daughters. Ashanti New Town(Ash-Town ,as it is affectionately known) […]Read More
The VillageA tasteful collection of modern environmentally – friendly homes, designed and built for eco-luxury living, come together to form a vibrant private community that provides its residents with full and convenient access to contemporary amenities. Pass through the spectacular gate to your own peaceful home and haven. Schools, sporting facilities, a community centre, parks […]Read More
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