The rhythmic cycle of the Ashanti Akwasidae Festival
In short: Discover the enduring traditions of the Asante kingdom through this documentary on the Akwasidae Festival, a recurring celebration held every six weeks by the Ashanti people and their diaspora.
The video explores the structure of the Akan annual calendar, which consists of nine months. Each period lasts between 40 and 42 days, featuring two distinct celebrations: the Akwasidae Festival on the final Sunday and the Awukudae Festival on a Wednesday. The footage also highlights the significance of the Fofie, a ritual Friday occurring ten days before Akwasidae, and the importance of the year's final Akwasidae, known as the Adae Kese Festival, where food offerings and donations are made to assist others.
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