Our Culture

Language & Oral Tradition

Akan people speak Twi and Fante and use storytelling and proverbs to share wisdom and preserve traditions.

Social Structure

Akan society is matrilineal, with inheritance passed through the mother. Chiefs lead and maintain customs.

Religion and Spirituality

They believe in Supreme Being (Nyame), Asaase Yaa, Lesser gods, and Ancestors with rituals and festivals like Akwasidae and Odwira.

Art and Symbols

Known for kente cloth, Adinkra symbols, and gold jewelry, all of which convey cultural values and status.

Festivals and Celebrations

Events like Apoo, Odwira, Kwafie, Adaekese, Akwasidae, Monofie, etc. commemorate past occurrences, honour ancestors, celebrate harvest, and unite communities.

Music and Dance

Drumming, singing, and dances like Adowa and Kete are integral to ceremonies and storytelling.

Family and Community

Akan lives in matriclans and emphasises on extended family, communal living and respect for elders.

Culinary Traditions

Staples include fufu, banku, and soups, with communal feasting during celebrations..

Symbols of Unity and Identity

The Akan lives by unity in diversity: the Black stool, Golden stool symbolises unity and clan totems represent lineage and identity

Education and Knowledge

Traditional education focused on morals, craftsmanship, and cultural knowledge, passed down by elders.