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The Kwabre Anwenie Festival is a cultural celebration held in the Kwabre East Municipality of the Ashanti Region in Ghana.

It is organized to promote and display the area’s traditional wood carvings, kente cloth, and other cultural artefacts. The festival aims to strengthen the local economy and provide employment opportunities, especially for the youth.

The celebration emphasizes the rich cultural heritage of the Kwabre East Municipality, with a special focus on wood carving and kente weaving.

It helps create income for local artisans, supports the community, and contributes to the work of the municipal assembly. The event also fosters unity by bringing the people of Kwabre together every year.

A major feature of the festival is the grand durbar, which draws various dignitaries and community members.

Attendees also get to see a wide range of kente cloths, including notable ones such as the “Maame Serwaa Obatanpa” kente, named after a well-known personality.

The festival takes place in multiple locations within the Kwabre East Municipality, including Adanwomase and Ntonso, both recognized for their traditional craftsmanship.

The event receives support from government officials, including the Ashanti Regional Minister, who often attend to highlight its importance.

The Kwabre Anwenie Festival is part of the broader AshantiFest celebration, which aims to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the Ashanti Region.

Explore the list of festivals celebrated in Ghana below.