A show of Royalty, prestige unfolds in Kumasi…As Otumfuo welcomes King Mswati III
A show of Royalty, prestige unfolds in Kumasi...As Otumfuo welcomes King Mswati III.
Culture and tradition took centre stage in the Ashanti Region as a grand durbar was held in Kumasi to honour the King of Eswatini, His Majesty King Mswati III.
The monarch’s visit, which began earlier this week, is said to mark a significant milestone in strengthening diplomatic and cultural relations between the Kingdom of Eswatini and Ghana.
It was a spectacle of royal grandeur and cultural pride at the Manhyia Palace. The sound of talking drums reverberated across the durbar grounds as dancers, draped in vibrant kente, moved rhythmically to welcome the visiting king.
A kaleidoscope of colour—golden yellows, deep reds, and lush greens—swept through the crowd, each cloth and bead a symbol of Ashanti identity and heritage. The rich regalia, from intricately woven kente to symbolic ornaments, reflected the prestige and enduring power of the Ashanti Kingdom.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, hosted the durbar in honour of King Mswati III. The event drew chiefs, traditional leaders, and government officials who gathered to celebrate a shared commitment to African unity and cultural preservation.
In his remarks, King Mswati III called for a stronger role for traditional authorities in Ghana’s governance system, emphasising their importance in safeguarding cultural heritage and promoting social cohesion.
“We must modernise and document our cultures to strengthen their roles in governance and administration. Our laws must be rooted in our traditions, not super-imposed foreign ideas,” he urged.
Source: News DESK REPORT
