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Otumfuo Osei Tutu II

Also known as: Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II · Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II · Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene · His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II

Asantehene (paramount ruler of the Asante Kingdom) who intervened in the KATH doctors' strike and is attending Ghana's 2026 World Cup activities.

2026-04-252026-06-15

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    At the national level, she has received several accolades, including Female CEO of the Year in 2023 and the Asantehene Award, conferred on her by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Ghana’s mining industry.

    Angela List pledges to maximise nation’s mineral wealth
  3. Joy Online

    A notable highlight will be the attendance of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, whose presence organisers say reflects the importance of cultural diplomacy and the growing relationship between Ghana and Canada.

    Asantehene to attend tribe Culturefest’s fan festival at Toronto’s Sankofa Square
  4. Joy Online

    We have been to Manhyia to receive the blessing of Otumfuo. The reception was delightful.

    Okyenhene lauds Garden City University leadership, urges focus on education and human capital
  5. Daily Guide

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II The Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, must adopt a better management template for the sector he manages on behalf of the people of Ghana.

    Bravo The Asantehene
  6. Joy Online

    The strike was suspended after the intervention of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, although doctors maintain that the government must engage stakeholders and find an amicable resolution to the issues that triggered the dispute.

    KATH OPD resumes full operations after suspension of doctors’ strike
  7. Joy Online

    The strike was suspended after the intervention of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, although doctors maintain that the government must engage stakeholders and find an amicable resolution to the issues that triggered the dispute.

    KATH OPD resumes full operations after suspension of doctors’ strike
  8. The Chronicle

    The Komfo Anokye Doctors’ Association (KADA) has suspended the industrial action embarked upon by its members following the intervention of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and other stakeholders.

    KATH Doctors Suspend Strike; Spotlight Returns To Congestion Crisis
  9. Joy Online

    Caveman Watches has established itself as a timepiece of choice among presidents, global icons and cultural tastemakers, counting President John Dramani Mahama, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Sir Sam Jonah, Beyoncé, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Angélique Ki

    Anthony Dzamefe’s Caveman Watches earns Forbes Africa spotlight
  10. Joy Online

    This follows what they describe as fruitful engagements and the timely intervention of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

    KATH doctors suspend strike after Asantehene’s intervention
  11. Joy Online

    The Summit carries the Royal Patronage of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene and Chancellor of KNUST, who will deliver the Royal Keynote Address on 27 August.

    Millennium Excellence Foundation to host Africa Business Investment Summit in Washington DC

Today

  1. Angela List elected First Vice President of Ghana Chamber of Mines

    Angela List, founder and CEO of Nguvu Mining Limited, has been elected First Vice President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines at its annual general meeting in Accra. List pledged to draw on her 25 years of mining industry experience to help maximise the country's mineral wealth and promote greater female participation in the sector.

    6 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times

Yesterday

  1. Asantehene to attend Ghana's World Cup fan festival in Toronto

    Tribe Culturefest will stage a FIFA World Cup 2026 fan activation at Toronto's Sankofa Square as Ghana prepares to face Panama on 17 June, featuring cultural performances, exhibitions, food and interactive activities. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, will attend to reflect cultural diplomacy and Ghana-Canada relations.

    21 hours ago · Joy Online

Saturday 13 June

  1. Okyenhene commends university leadership, emphasises human capital investment

    The Okyenhene praised Garden City University's leadership for promoting innovation through education and contributing to national development, urging Ghana to focus on developing human capital rather than relying primarily on natural resources. He stressed that education and integrity among leaders in academia and public service are essential to the country's future success.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 11 June

  1. Asantehene intervenes to resolve doctors' strike at KATH

    An editorial in the Daily Guide criticizes Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh's management of the sector, noting that doctors at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital downed tools in protest. The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, intervened to suspend the strike, and the editorial calls on the government to expedite a response to the doctors' grievances and for the minister to maintain better relations with health workers.

    11 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 10 June

  1. KATH OPD resumes full operations after doctors suspend strike

    The Out-Patient Department of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has resumed full operations after doctors suspended a four-day strike over the suspension of the hospital's chief executive officer. The strike was halted following intervention by the Asantehene, though doctors say the government must engage stakeholders to resolve the underlying issues.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. KATH OPD resumes full operations after doctors suspend strike

    The Out-Patient Department of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has resumed full operations after doctors suspended a four-day strike over the hospital's chief executive officer's suspension. The strike was suspended following intervention by the Asantehene, though doctors say the government must engage stakeholders to resolve the underlying issues.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. KATH doctors suspend strike after Asantehene intervention

    The Komfo Anokye Doctors' Association has suspended its industrial action following intervention by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II and other stakeholders, allowing medical services to resume at the hospital. The association said it remains committed to resolving the issues that triggered the strike while prioritizing patient care and public health.

    9 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Caveman Watches founder featured in Forbes Africa 2026

    Anthony Mensah Dzamefe's Ghanaian luxury watchmaker Caveman Watches has earned a feature in Forbes Africa Ghana 2026: Africa Undiscovered Edition, recognized for reshaping perceptions of African-made luxury products and positioning Ghana as a hub for world-class craftsmanship. The brand has grown to serve customers across Africa, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

  3. KATH doctors suspend strike following Asantehene intervention

    Doctors at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital have suspended their industrial action following discussions involving the Asantehene, hospital board, and management. The association said it prioritized patient care and the broader public interest while remaining committed to resolving the issues that sparked the strike.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Millennium Excellence Foundation hosts Africa investment summit in Washington DC

    Millennium Excellence Foundation, partnering with IC Publications, will host the Africa Business Investment Summit 2026 in Washington DC on 27 August under the Royal Patronage of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. The summit aims to facilitate a minimum of USD 500,000,000 in structured capital commitments between African deal originators and US-based investors across seven sector tracks.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 8 June

  1. Asante Agona installs new chief pending oath to Asantehene

    Kingmakers of Asante Agona have installed Odehyie Benjamin Kwaku Boakye, who takes the stool name Obiri Komfo Anokye Boakye I, as the new Agonahene. The installation will be completed once he swears an oath of allegiance to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

    8 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Thursday 4 June

  1. Asantehene to attend Black Stars' 2026 World Cup opener in Toronto

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is expected to travel to Canada to watch Ghana's Black Stars play Panama in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match at BMO Field in Toronto on June 17, and will also attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup Business Summit as Special Guest of Honour.

    4 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Berekum enstools new Paramount Chief after predecessor's death

    Odeafour Kyere Diabour Asante II was enstooled and outdoored as the new Paramount Chief of Berekum, succeeding Daasebre Dr. Amankona Diawuo II who passed away in 2023. The ceremony was attended by the queen mother, council of elders, and a representative of the Asantehene.

    4 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah honours late Apostle Kwadwo Safo

    Chief of Staff Julius Debrah paid tribute to the late Apostle Emeritus Prof. Ing. Kwadwo Safo, an inventor, industrialist, and founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, describing him as an exceptional visionary who dedicated his life to improving others' lives and advancing national development.

    3 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Ashanti NHIA registers 1.4m subscribers in May tribute

    The Ashanti Regional branch of the National Health Insurance Authority registered 1,484,174 subscribers in May, exceeding its one-million-person target for the month declared in honour of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's birth month. The total comprised 51,976 new members and 1,432,198 renewals.

    3 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana expands Kumasi operations, reports 36.7% loan growth

    Access Bank Ghana conducted a five-day strategic visit to Kumasi in May 2026, reaffirming its commitment to expanding operations and supporting businesses. The bank recorded significant growth in 2025, including total assets of GH¢19.0 billion and a 36.7 per cent increase in its loan book to GH¢5.06 billion.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 1 June

  1. NHIS registers 1.48 million in Ashanti's inaugural King's Month campaign

    The Ashanti Regional Directorate of the National Health Insurance Authority registered and renewed membership for 1.48 million people during its first "King's Month" campaign in May 2026, comprising 51,976 new subscribers and 1,432,198 renewals. The initiative, held in honour of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has been adopted as an annual programme to be observed every May.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Family unveils funeral cloths for Apostle Kwadwo Safo

    The family of the late Apostle Emeritus Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo has unveiled official funeral cloths for his final rites—a black-and-red cloth for the burial and main funeral, and a black-and-white cloth for a thanksgiving service in Kumasi. The Head of the Family urged mourners to follow the approved dress code to ensure dignity and uniformity throughout the ceremonies.

    1 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  3. Kantanka family unveils funeral cloths for final rites

    The family of late Apostle Emeritus Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka has unveiled two official cloth designs for his funeral ceremonies: a black-and-red cloth for the burial and main funeral, and a black-and-white cloth for a thanksgiving service in Kumasi. The family stressed the importance of adhering to the dress code to ensure uniformity and dignity throughout the funeral activities.

    1 June 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Benjamin Kwaku Boakye nominated as Agona Omanhene-elect

    Benjamin Kwaku Boakye has been nominated to occupy the Okomfo Anokye Amoampon Stool as Omanhene of Agona Traditional Area and was formally presented to the Asantehene. He will undergo customary oath-swearing ceremonies before his installation, succeeding the late Omanhene Nana Frimpong Anokye Ababio, who died in 2022.

    20 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Animated film on Osei Tutu I debuts at Manhyia Palace

    Parables Animation Studios and Manhyia Palace Museum unveiled an animated feature film, Opemsuo Osei Tutu I: Birth of an Empire, at the Asantehene Arts Award in Kumasi. The film chronicles the rise of Osei Tutu I and the founding of the Asante Empire, blending Asante culture with cinematic storytelling for a global audience.

    19 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  2. Mamprugu Overlord accuses security agencies of abuse in Bawku conflict

    The Overlord of Mamprugu has accused state security agencies of abuse of power and called for investigations into alleged killings and mistreatment of Mamprusi youth linked to the Bawku chieftaincy crisis, saying the situation has deteriorated despite mediation efforts and continues to witness killings, arson, abductions, and insecurity.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Mamprugu king alleges security abuse in Bawku conflict

    The Overlord of Mamprugu has accused state security agencies of arbitrary arrests, unlawful detentions, torture, abductions, and alleged extrajudicial killings of Mamprusi youth linked to the Bawku chieftaincy crisis. He called for urgent investigations and expressed concern that mediation efforts have failed to restore peace, with the area continuing to experience killings, arson, and widespread insecurity.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Ghana Sports Fund outlines plan for nationwide sports development

    Officials of the Ghana Sports Fund have outlined a roadmap aimed at transforming sports development through sustainable financing, grassroots talent development, infrastructure support, and transparent governance. The Fund, established after Parliamentary passage in December and Presidential assent the same month, began operational structures in January with an 11-member governing board chaired by Professor Koryoe Anim-Wright.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Ghana Sports Fund seeks stakeholder consensus on sustainable financing

    Officials of the Ghana Sports Fund are conducting stakeholder engagements to build support for a new sustainable financing model for sports development, focusing on revenue mobilisation, accountability, and implementation strategies. The administrator stated the strategy for this year would prioritise dialogue and partnership rather than aggressive enforcement of the newly operational law.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Asantehene calls for unity beyond partisan politics in nation-building

    The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, urged Ghanaians to move from partisan politics toward unified nation-building, warning that over-indulgence in partisan rivalry has stifled innovation and enterprise development. Speaking at the Ghana Business Leaders' Conclave at UPSA, he stated that allegiance to political parties has frequently overridden allegiance to the state, and called for Ghana to become "a nation of builders" focused on production and value creation rather than political rhetoric.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

  7. Asantehene calls for decade of business development focus

    Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has urged the government to dedicate the next 10 years to building businesses, creating value, and constructing a resilient economy, calling for a move away from political rhetoric toward production and enterprise after nearly 70 years of independence.

    19 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  8. 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

  1. Parliament urged chiefs to avoid partisan political alignment

    The Vice Chairman of Parliament's Select Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture and Religious Affairs has appealed to chiefs to refrain from engaging in partisan politics, warning that openly declaring support for political parties risks compromising their neutrality in settling disputes and administering justice in their traditional areas.

    18 May 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. 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

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