By: Francis Abedi
The one-week observation for the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, is currently underway at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.
The ceremony, which began today, August 21, 2025, is being observed with strict Asante tradition, bringing together royals, traditional leaders, and mourners from across the Ashanti Region and beyond.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III, who passed away on August 7, 2025, at the age of 98, was widely respected for her dedication to preserving Asante traditions and cultural heritage.
She was the 14th Asantehemaa, enstooled in 2016, and played a pivotal role in maintaining unity within the royal family and providing guidance to the broader Asanteman community.
