@dangmepeople: DANGME FESTIVALS SEASON 2026: DODOWA NGMAYEM FESTIVAL THE GRAND DURBAR In the video: The Durbar ground is ready. The canopies, chairs and stage are set, and people are beginning to arrive. The Grand Durbar is about to begin. The people of Dodowa, within the Sɛ (Shai) Dangme Traditional Area, are coming together with traditional leaders, dignitaries, citizens and visitors to celebrate and showcase their rich Dangme culture, traditions, history and heritage. The Grand Durbar is led by the Chiefs and Queen Mothers of Dodowa and features a vibrant display of Dangme traditional heritage. CELEBRATING DANGME HERITAGE The Grand Durbar showcases the richness of Dangme traditional heritage through: • A grand procession of traditional leaders dressed in beautiful royal regalia. • Traditional Dangme music and dances, showcasing the cultural expressions of the people. • Traditional rites and cultural displays, highlighting the customs and heritage of Dodowa. • The gathering of chiefs, Queen Mothers, elders, state officials, religious leaders, dignitaries, citizens and visitors to celebrate together. THE SPRINKLING OF NGMA AT THE GRAND DURBAR The sprinkling of Ngma (millet) is an important ritual associated with Ngmayem that takes place at the Grand Durbar. It carries deep historical, cultural and spiritual significance. The ritual forms part of the traditions through which the community expresses thanksgiving and connects the present generation with the heritage and traditions passed down from their ancestors. The Grand Durbar is not only a celebration. It is also an opportunity to preserve, document and showcase the history, traditions and identity of the people of Dodowa for present and future generations. Through these cultural celebrations, traditions are kept alive, while younger generations are given the opportunity to learn about and appreciate the heritage of their people. Our ancestors. Our history. Our heritage. Our identity. #DodowaNgmayem2026 #DangmeFestivals2026 #Dangme #DangmeCulture #DangmeHeritage

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Saturday 03 October 2026 12:40:46 GMT