Cape Coast has been draped with colour and royalty coupled with rich display of culture to mark the 2024 Fetu Afahye.
The vibrant city is packed with patrons from far and near who have converged at Victoria Park for the celebration which is the 60th edition.
OGUAA FETU AFAHYE: Grandma and others welcome you to the Fante land😊#Amammre #OguaaFetuAfahye24 #AdomFestivals pic.twitter.com/U0o9klTeAu
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The Paramount Chief of Oguaa, Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II and his chiefs have been joined by the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II who is the special guest of honour.
The celebration which coincides with the 25th anniversary of Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II as the Oguaamanhen is on theme: “Celebrating the city of firsts; our people, our future.
At a glance is a display of chiefly umbrellas and regal royalty at the Victoria Park.
Preceding the grand durbar on Saturday was the “Orange Friday” festivities.
Sights and scenes from the Oguaa Fetu Afahye Orange Friday.#Amammre #OrangeFriday24 #OguaaFetuAfahye24 #AdomFestivals pic.twitter.com/B3koOoyXeS
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“Orange Friday” is a significant part of the commemoration of the Oguaa Fetu festival which seeks to promote community spirit and unity among celebrants.
The event which is a blend of entertainment, business, and culture saw residents re-enact slave trade from the Gold Coast era.
