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Description: Oseikrom is a popular name associated with the Ashanti Region and especially Kumasi. The name means “Osei’s Town” or “Osei’s City,” in honor of Otumfuo Osei Tutu I, the first Asantehene who unified the Ashanti states and founded the Ashanti Empire in the late 17th century. Under the leadership of Osei Tutu I, Kumasi became the capital of the Ashanti Kingdom and the spiritual home of the sacred Sikadwa Kofi. Because of his influence and legacy, the region and its capital became widely associated with his name, giving rise to the nickname “Oseikrom.”
Description: The Sankofa bird is an important symbol in the culture of the Akan people of Ghana. The word “Sankofa” comes from the Twi language and means “go back and get it.” The symbol is often represented as a bird turning its head backward while moving forward, sometimes carrying an egg in its mouth. This image teaches the importance of learning from the past in order to build a better future.
Description: The Duafe is one of the traditional Adinkra symbols from the Akan people of Ghana. “Duafe” literally means wooden comb. The Story & Meaning Behind Duafe. In Akan culture, the wooden comb was much more than a grooming tool. It symbolized: beauty, cleanliness, femininity, care, love, good character and nurturing energy.
