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Big Akwasidae Festival
A flagship celebration showcasing the richness of Asante culture through music, dance, regalia, and tradition—bringing communities together in unity and pride.
Akwasidae, which means “the day of the sacred stool” is a six-weekly festival held on Sundays to honor ancestors and reaffirm allegiance to the Asantehene
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Preserving Heritage • Empowering Communities • Connecting Generations
Founded with the blessings of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asanteman UK was established to unite people of
Asante heritage living in the United Kingdom and beyond. The organisation serves as a cultural,
educational, and humanitarian platform—bridging the diaspora with the homeland while preserving the
rich traditions of Asanteman.
The Asanteman UK video gallery is a collection of videos from UK and Ghana, displayed together, allowing users to browse and play them easily. They include videos of events such as Akwasidae, and organised events such as the sanitation project and more.
Advancement And Development
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Discover the Rich Legacy of Asanteman
Asanteman, founded in the 1670s by Osei Tutu I and Okomfo Anokye, was a powerful, highly centralized Akan empire in modern-day Ghana, renowned for its military strength, gold wealth, and the Golden Stool (Sika Dwa). Centered in Kumasi, it expanded from 1701 to 1901, defying British colonial power before becoming a cultural state.y include videos of events such as Akwasidae, and organised events such as the sanitation project and more.
Asanteman UK Charitable Works
Community Reach
Driven by compassion and service, Asanteman UK:
Celebrates Akwasidae with the elderly, providing food, warm clothing, and companionship.
Extends outreach to prisons and correctional centers, distributing meals and essential items
as part of social inclusion and rehabilitation efforts.
Asanteman UK
Asanteman UK is a community-based organization committed to preserving and promoting Asanteman culture in the UK
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+44 7428 878780
info@asanteman.co.uk