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Traditional and cultural head of the Asante community,

Asantefouhene
Nana Kwame Amponsah Kakabo

The traditional and cultural head of the Asante community, serving as the unifying authority who preserves Asante customs, promotes community development and provides overall leadership and representation.

Second-in-command to the Omanhene

Krontihene
Nana Nketia Marfo

Serves as the principal advisor to the Asantefouhene on governance, security, and customary law, and assists in strategic leadership and policy implementation.

Military leadership

Nifahene
Nana Osei Appiah

Supports the Asantefouhene in leadership and cultural affairs, helping to maintain order, discipline, and unity within the community.

Left Wing Commander

Benkumhene
Nana Antwi Boasiako

Contributes to leadership deliberations and decision-making processes that promote unity, welfare, and the preservation of Asante heritage.

Traditional Enforcer

Adontenhene
Nana Akwasi Aboagye

Plays a strategic role in leadership and security, assisting in the execution and enforcement of decisions made by the Asantefouhene and the traditional council.

Legacy rooted in culture.

Amamerehene
Nana Osei Bonsu

Oversees communication and public information, ensuring effective coordination, transparency, and unity within Asanteman.

The supreme head of the extended family unit.

Abusuapanin
Kaakyirie Koo Kumi

Serves as the head of a family, acting as the principal elder and custodian of lineage affairs, family unity, and welfare.

Asantefouhemaa

Asantefouhemaa
Obaahemaa Akosua Abrefi Koto

The senior female traditional leader and custodian of Asante womanhood, culture, and family values, providing maternal leadership and guidance within the community.

Senior female authority - the female counterpart to the Krontihene

Krontihemaa
Ohemaa Yaa Brayie

Often responsible for the town or state in the absence of the Omanhene. Asantefouhene

Senior female authority

Obaapaynin
Akosua Agyeiwaa Kodee

Focuses on the welfare of women and the preservation of customs.

Unity

Benkumhemaa
Ohemaa Akosua Asubonteng

Supports the Asantefouhemaa and promotes unity among women and families while advancing cultural and welfare initiatives.

AGONA
ASENIE
BRETUO
OYOKO
ADUANA
ASAKYIRI
ASONA
EKUONA
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Asanteman Association of Minnesota

Organize periodic workshops to educate members on pertinent issues such as Asante’s culture, legal, immigration, health, employment, insurance, and investments …

Our Mission

To unite and bring all Asanteman members together regularly to create a better relationship among members and support each member in terms of needs.

To provide a source of cultural enrichment and promote interest, inform, and educate our children born in the USA and the general community of Minnesota about Asante Culture.To support Asanteman development projects by motivating and educating members to financially support educational, health, and other social programs in the USA, Ashanti, and Ghana

Our Vision

To unite and promote the social, moral, educational, and general welfare of all Asanteman members and their dependents residing in Minnesota, social networking, and support one another in terms of needs.

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Kente Dance 2026
12
September 2026
  • 06:00PM - 06:00PM
  • Embassy Suites Bloomington 2800 America Blvd West

Kente Dance 2026

Asanteman Kente Dance 2026

The Asanteman Association of Minnesota historic Swearing-In Ceremony.
25
April 2026
  • 11:00AM - 11:00AM
  • 4301 Thomas Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55412

The Asanteman Association of Minnesota historic Swearing-In Ceremony.

The Asanteman Association of Minnesota, in collaboration with ACONA USA, invites you to a historic …

Asanteman Picnic - 2025
10
June 2025
  • 01:46AM - 01:46AM
  • Location not specified

Asanteman Picnic - 2025

Asantemanfuo 2025 Picnic was a day of connection, culture, and community. This gathering brought f…

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