Accra Metropolitan University presents Dzenten Festival plans to Ga Mantse

A five-member delegation from Accra Metropolitan University, led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Goski Alabi, has paid a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, to discuss the inaugural Dzenten Festival. The meeting, held ahead of the festival's scheduled date of November 1, focused on the institutional collaboration required to celebrate the cultural and spiritual heritage of the Gadangme people. The festival is a joint initiative between the university and the office of the Gborbu Wulomo-Shitse, aimed at bringing national and international attention to indigenous traditions.

During the engagement, Professor Alabi highlighted the central role of the Angmu Te rock, a historical landmark in Sakumo-Nungua, which the festival seeks to honor. She emphasized the university's commitment to academic and cultural preservation, noting that the institution is actively advocating for the Angmu Te rock to be recognized on UNESCO’s cultural heritage listings. This effort reflects a broader institutional goal to document and promote Ghanaian historical sites through research and community engagement.

In response, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II expressed his full support for the festival and the university's proactive approach to cultural heritage. He noted that such initiatives are vital for strengthening goodwill and unity within the Gadangme community. The traditional leader commended the partnership between the university and the Gborbu Wulomo-Shitse’s office, stating that the integration of academic resources with traditional leadership is essential for the sustainable preservation of the people's history.

The Dzenten Festival is expected to serve as a significant cultural milestone, drawing stakeholders from various sectors to Sakumo-Nungua. Beyond the immediate celebrations, the partnership aims to establish a framework for ongoing documentation of Gadangme history. By securing greater recognition for sites like the Angmu Te rock, the organizers hope to foster a deeper sense of identity among the youth while promoting the region as a hub for cultural tourism.