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The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has appealed to Asantes in the diaspora to forge strong unity among themselves and uphold the name of Asanteman with great esteem. Speaking at a grand celebration of the Akwasidae Festival held in the United States of America on Sunday, August 30, 2026, the Asantehene charged the diaspora community to fully embrace their roles as cultural ambassadors for both Asanteman and Ghana. He emphasised that Asantes abroad must actively engage […]
The Monarch of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has engaged the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as part of his working visit to the country. The meeting took place in Washington, D.C., on August 31, 2026 and brought together prominent diplomatic figures, corporate executives, and distinguished public policy experts representing American and international business interests. Accompanying the Asantehene were prominent traditional rulers including Nana Otuo Siriboe II, Juabenhene; Nana Effah Apenteng, Bompatahene; Nana Prof. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei Woahene II, Otumfuo […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and his wife, Lady Julia, have paid a visit to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C to explore its vast collection of rare biblical artefacts, historic manuscripts and immersive exhibits. The visit on August 31, 2026, formed part of the Asantehene’s two-week working visit to the United States. The Monarch and his wife were welcomed by the founders, Steve and Jackie Green. At the Museum of the Bible, […]
The Queen of the Asante Kingdom, Nana Yaa Akyaa II, has granted audience to the Manhyia Division Chapter of the Police Ladies Association (POLA). The delegation, led by Superintendent Obidiaba Immaculate, included DSP Dorcas Kyei-Mensah, ASP Mrs Eunice Adu-Antwi, ASP Evelyn Dogbey, ASP Constance Ameyaw, Chief Inspector Nana Ama Konadu, and Inspector Nana Akua Nimoh II. The chapter comprises female police officers from the Airport, Asokore Mampong, KNUST, Manhyia and Oforikrom Districts. On behalf of the Association’s President, COP Maame […]
Virginia State University has honoured the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, with its Presidential Citation in recognition of distinguished leadership, service and global impact. The citation was presented by the 14th President of the University, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah, on August 27, 2026. In the citation, the University said Otumfuo has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and an enduring commitment to the advancement of education, the preservation of Asante and Ghanaian heritage, and the empowerment of present and future generations. It said […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has facilitated a new academic partnership between the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Ghana and Virginia State University in the United States, culminating in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions. The MoU was signed on August 27, 2026, by Virginia State University President, Dr. Makola M. Abdullah, and KNUST Board Chairman, Akyamfour Asafo Boakye Agyemang-Bonsu, to deepen academic collaboration. The agreement, […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has wooed international investors to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, home to the Asantehene’s seat, as well as the Western Region, which nurtured his growth. His Majesty made the call during a keynote address on August 27, 2026, at the Africa Business Investment Summit in Washington, D.C. Touting Kumasi as a centre of commerce, enterprise, and culture, he addressed an international assembly of world leaders, institutional investors, and corporate executives. […]
Nana Abu Pra III, Praasohene, has sworn allegiance to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, officially recognising the authority of the Golden Stool. The Asantehene accepted his oath on August 17, 2026, after he was presented by his family and divisional chiefs. Before granting his request, His Majesty advised him to prioritise his traditional duty to the Manhyia Palace. “Asante Akyem is mine. Come and serve with plantain from the land. You must also bring me fish from River Pra.” His […]
The King of the Asante Kingdom, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has directed all persons who bought land at Sakora Wonoo and Gyamfi Wonoo from Osei Tutu, the destooled Otumfuo Nkosuohene Akwamuhene, to retrieve their money from him. The declaration was made on August 17, 2026, when Daasebre Osei Bonsu III, Asante Mamponghene, appeared before the Kumasi Traditional Council over the authorisation granted to Osei Tutu regarding Gyamfi Wonoo. After hearing that there was no elder in Gyamfi Wonoo except the […]
The Occupant of the Golden Stool, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has announced a planned one-month leave of absence for next month. His Majesty made this known to the Occupant of the Silver Stool, Daasebre Osei Bonsu III, at a Kumasi Traditional Council meeting on August 17, 2026. The Monarch will embark on a two-week trip to the United States of America in the coming days. “I will be away for two weeks. Asanteman is in your care during the period. […]