… They recounted that historically the Sekyere-Kumawu area was known for its rich diversity of wildlife, which contributed to the appointment of the district’s hunting chief as the official hunting leader for the Asante Kingdom. …
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Asante Kingdom
Also known as: Asanteman
Asante Kingdom — traditional monarchy in Ghana's Kumasi region, led by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II since 1999.
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- May 2026
… The MD disclosed that the bank intends to invest in infrastructure, education, agriculture and industry in the coming years, to support Asanteman. …
Access Bank management meets Otumfuo… A section of participants at the awards ceremony According to him, the restitution campaign by the Asante Kingdom has entered a new phase following discussions with institutions including the Wallace Collection over looted Asante artefacts. …
Manhyia Palace Museum announces international cultural partnership initiatives to preserve Asante history… Speaking at the Ghana Business Leaders Conclave held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) on Friday, May 15, the revered traditional ruler drew parallels between conflict resolution within the Asante Kingdom and the challenges confronting modern businesses and …
Asantehene urges business leaders to embrace integrity and moral leadership at UPSA conclave… He further expressed appreciation to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the chiefs and people of Dedesua and Asanteman for welcoming the project, while assuring residents that SHC would engage the community throughout the development process. …
SHC MD Seeks Collaboration To Tackle Housing Deficit… The Asantehene also stressed that he does not rely on government in handling traditional and chieftaincy matters, explaining that his decisions are guided by the customs, traditions and established practices of the Asante Kingdom. …
House of Chiefs cannot install chiefs – Otumfuo warns against politicising chieftaincy… His birthday is a day set aside for spiritual cleansing and the consecration of souls within Asanteman. …
Asantehene @ 76: How Otumfuo celebrates his birthday- April 2026
… Present at the anniversary ceremony together with His Royal Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse lIl, the queen expressed admiration towards Otumfuo, applauding him for upholding the rich culture of Asanteman. …
Warri Queen Eulogises Otumfuo’s Leadership… The occasion was The World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball held in recognition of His Royal Majesty OpemsuoOsei Tutu II, the Overlord of the Asante Kingdom as a “Pillar of Peace”. …
Otumfuo honours national leaders to mark 27th anniversary of enstoolmentOtumfuo OSei Tutu II HIS ROYAL Majesty, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, will be exactly 27 years on the sacred Golden Stool of the Asante kingdom on Sunday, April 26, 2026. …
Otumfuo Clocks 27 Years On Golden Stool
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Indigenous knowledge integrated into Ghana wildlife education reform
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Dr. Dickson Adom is leading an initiative to transform wildlife conservation education in Ghana's basic schools by developing an indigenous knowledge-inspired pedagogical model, addressing concerns that wildlife education has been overly dependent on Western scientific perspectives and overlooking local ecosystems and cultural heritage.
Why it matters
Integration of indigenous knowledge into wildlife education reform represents a significant shift toward localised, culturally grounded conservation pedagogy.
23 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
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Indigenous knowledge integrated into Ghana wildlife education reform
Dr. Dickson Adom is leading an initiative to transform wildlife conservation education in Ghana's basic schools by developing an indigenous knowledge-inspired pedagogical model, addressing concerns that wildlife education has been overly dependent on Western scientific perspectives and overlooking local ecosystems and cultural heritage.
23 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Tuesday 19 May
Access Bank management introduces new MD to Otumfuo
Access Bank Ghana's management visited Manhyia Palace in Kumasi to introduce its Managing Director, Pearl Nkrumah, to the Asantehene. The bank plans to expand in Kumasi and invest in infrastructure, education, agriculture and industry to support development in the region.
19 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Monday 18 May
Manhyia Palace Museum announces international restitution and heritage partnerships
The Manhyia Palace Museum has launched international partnerships with museums and cultural agencies across Africa and Europe to preserve Asante history. The museum is pursuing restitution of looted Asante artefacts from institutions including the Wallace Collection, with an exhibition "Encountering Gold – Asante and the Wallace Collection" scheduled to open in London in 2027, and the first batch of artefacts expected to return to Ghana next year.
18 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Friday 15 May
Asantehene urges business leaders on integrity and moral leadership
At the Ghana Business Leaders Conclave held at UPSA on Friday, May 15, the Asantehene stressed that sustainable business success requires integrity, fairness, and ethical leadership at the centre of corporate governance. Drawing on his experience resolving disputes within the Asante Kingdom and extending that to national peace-building, he told participants that every conflict has a solution if men apply reason, fairness, patience, perseverance, and respect for truth and honour.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 14 May
SHC MD calls for private sector collaboration on housing deficit
The Managing Director of the State Housing Company has called for private sector support to help tackle Ghana's estimated housing deficit of 1.8 million units, saying collaboration would reduce construction costs and improve affordability. The company plans to complete about 300 housing units in Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi before year-end and is undertaking urban redevelopment projects in Kaneshie, Adenta, Effiakuma and Kanda.
14 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Wednesday 13 May
Asantehene insists House of Chiefs cannot install chiefs
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has stated that the National House of Chiefs has no authority to install chiefs, with such powers belonging exclusively to traditional councils. He cautioned against politicising chieftaincy elections and called on Parliament to clarify the specific roles of various Houses of Chiefs in matters of enstoolment and recognition.
13 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 6 May
Asantehene marks 76th birthday with spiritual rites, public event later
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II turned 76 on May 6, 2026, observing the day with traditional soul consecration at Manhyia Palace rather than public celebration. A public event to mark the milestone has been scheduled for May 10, 2026.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 29 April
Warri Queen praises Asantehene at 27th anniversary celebration
The Queen of Warri Kingdom, Ivie Atuwatse III, attended the 27th Coronation Anniversary of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at Manhyia Palace, where she praised his leadership and cultural preservation. Ogiame Atuwatse III also received the Pillar of Peace Award for his commitment to unity and cultural preservation.
29 April 2026 · Daily Guide →
Monday 27 April
Asantehene honours national leaders on 27th enstoolment anniversary
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marked the 27th anniversary of his enstoolment on the Golden Stool by honouring national leaders and prominent figures for their contributions to peace and stability. President John Dramani Mahama, former Presidents John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Akufo-Addo were among awardees presented with commemorative gold coins for their roles in peacebuilding and national development.
27 April 2026 · The Chronicle →
Saturday 25 April
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II marks 27 years
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th Asantehene, will mark 27 years on the Golden Stool on April 26, 2026, with a grand durbar at Manhyia Palace in Kumasi coinciding with an Akwasidae festival. He was enstooled on April 26, 1999, succeeding his brother Otumfuo Opoku Ware II after a 29-year reign.
25 April 2026 · Daily Guide →