Ghana's traditional weddings are known for being fun, colorful, exciting, and vibrant! Some of the things you can expect from a Ghanaian traditional wedding include traditional attire, cultural rituals, exchange of dowry, and symbolic gestures. To pull off a great traditional wedding, it’s a good idea to consult local elders and wedding experts who can tell you exactly what is … [Read more...]
Ashanti Wedding Traditions – 9 Interesting Facts
The Ashanti, also known as the Akan people, is the largest tribe in Ghana. The traditional Ashanti wedding is an important community event, as it involves the couple, the couple’s immediate and extended family, and the community at large. Listed below are some of the most interesting aspects of Ashanti wedding traditions. Kasasie When a man wants to get married, he … [Read more...]
Ghana Wedding Traditions – 6 Customs That Are Still Practised Today
Although many old age traditions have been wiped out by modern practices, wedding traditions in Ghana have withstood the test of time. Traditional customs add color and excitement to the process of joining man and woman. Below are a few of the Ghana wedding traditions that characterize Ghanaian weddings. Ghana Wedding Traditions Gifts In Akan tradition, the groom … [Read more...]
9 Important Requirements for a Ghana Traditional Wedding
Top Requirements for a Ghana Traditional Wedding! In Ghanaian culture, the traditional wedding ceremony is something that everyone looks forward to, as is symbolizes the legitimization of a marital relationship between a man and woman. As such, there are items that the groom is required to present to the bride’s family at the wedding. Check out the most common Ghana … [Read more...]
A Compressed Guide to Acing Afro-Inspired Ghana Weddings
Curious about what an African wedding is? About what throwing one involves? Today we will go through the answers to those two questions. The past 19 articles covered it in detail, but this one is for those who haven’t yet made up their minds. First of all, an afro-inspired wedding isn’t that unique. All weddings have an inspiration, whether it is traditional western, Texan … [Read more...]