His Royal Majesty, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, is expected to preside over a special Akwasidae Festival Celebration at Bowie State University, Maryland, in the United States of America on August 30, 2026.
The historic visit, anticipated to be the most significant gathering of Asante traditional leadership ever held in the United States, is being organised by the Asante community in the United States, together with Ghanaians across North America.
This historic celebration provides a unique opportunity for Ghanaians, Asantes, members of the African Diaspora, scholars, students and friends of Ghanaian culture to experience the beauty, dignity and traditions of the Asante Kingdom.
The event is also expected to bring together thousands of participants from across the United States and beyond to celebrate the enduring legacy of the Asante Kingdom, under the leadership of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
Otumfuo Kyeame Danso, Head of Media and Publicity for the occasion, indicated that His Majesty will be accompanied by an esteemed delegation of Paramount Chiefs, Divisional Chiefs, Queen Mothers, traditional leaders and members of the Asanteman Council.
The Akwasidae Festival is one of the most sacred and cherished observances in the Asante Kingdom celebrated to honour the ancestors, preserve the rich cultural heritage of Asanteman and strengthen the unity of the Asante people.
Kyeame Danso said the event would also afford attendees to witness traditional royal processions, cultural performances, drumming, dancing, the display of Asante regalia and other ceremonies that reflect the rich history and traditions of the Asante people.
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