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Festivals

Hogbetsotso

Hogbetsotso is a colorful and lively festival celebrated by the Anlo-Ewe people of Ghana. The community gathers during Hogbetsotso to remember their historic emigration. The Anlo-Ewe people are said to have fled from their repressive former homeland and taken sanctuary…

Damba

The Damba festival is a lively and vibrant celebration observed by the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. During the festival, the community comes alive with excitement and joy. It’s a time when people gather to honor and commemorate the birth…

Odwira

Odwira is a festival celebrated by the Akan people of Ghana. It is a time for the community to come together and give thanks for the harvest season while also cleansing and purifying their surroundings. The Akan people perform a…

Fetu Afahye

Fetu Afahye is a festival that is celebrated by the people of Cape Coast in Ghana. It usually takes place in the month of September and is a time for the people to come together and celebrate their heritage and…

Homowo

Homowo is a vibrant and joyous festival celebrated by the Ga people of Ghana, specifically in the Greater Accra Region. It is a highly anticipated event that brings communities together to commemorate the rich history and traditions of the Ga…

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Agbamevorza Kente Festival

The Ewe people of Ghana and Togo annually hold the Agbamevorza Kente Festival, often referred to as the Kente Festival. It usually takes place in November and honours the heritage and cultural importance of Kente fabric, a handwoven item of…