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The drums are an important part of Asante culture. They are akin to a body’s heart, feeding their souls. Drums are used to make music for ceremonies, entertainment, and to honor the Creator. The drums mark important life events like marriages, births, festivals, and deaths. The drums are also used to inform, so everyone should learn their sounds to be ready to receive messages that could protect them.
Usually following the wrestling competition, the men roast a pig, and everyone enjoys groundnuts, sugarbread, and more. The Kings and chiefs drink while kids play water games.
This year, there is no celebrating or roasting of a pig. Prince Yaw is dead. This year, the joint Council of Elders and Kings will meet to discuss Kwasi’s punishment.
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