Kumasi, March 11, GNA – Ghanaian students have been urged to embrace their traditions and uphold the country’s rich cultural heritage.
Ms. Araba Essuman, Deputy Director of the Ashanti Regional Centre for National Culture (CNC), emphasized the importance of young Ghanaians identifying with their culture, which serves as a key aspect of their identity.
She made these remarks during a visit to Armed Forces Senior High Technical School in Kumasi as part of CNC’s school tour initiative, aimed at promoting Ghana’s cultural heritage in educational institutions.
During the event, teachers and students proudly wore traditional attire representing various ethnic groups in Ghana. Activities included cultural dance performances, poetry recitals, and demonstrations on traditional ways of wrapping Ghanaian cloth for both males and females.
Ms. Essuman highlighted that culture encompasses food, clothing, language, music, dance, games, marriage rites, naming ceremonies, festivals, and tourist sites, among others.
She noted that for several years, CNC has been focusing on students to ensure the preservation and promotion of Ghanaian culture. However, she observed that the younger generation is increasingly disconnected from traditional cultural practices, particularly in entertainment, due to excessive use of the internet.
“In the past, families would gather outside in the evenings to listen to folktales, but now, many are too engrossed in their phones,” she remarked.