Asantehene
Britishnoun
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If the apology were accepted, the Agona chief would then convey the message to the Asantehene and then set a date to take her to Manhye Palace for another apology.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2024
"Take your cursed self and your troubles with you. Whatever comes your way in the future, deal with it on your own. Do not ever return here," the Asantehene told her, according to local media.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2024
The Asante king, or Asantehene, is seen as a symbol of traditional authority, and is believed to be invested with the spirits of his predecessors.
From BBC ● May 1, 2024
The return of the Asante items comes a month ahead of celebrations marking the silver jubilee of the Asantehene.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2024
He had talked to Julia March, mostly about her research on the Asantehene in Ghana, and stood absorbed, listening, until Susan came over and pulled him by the arm.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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