The Wassa people are an ethnic group or tribe located in the Western Region of Ghana And the Notable initiatives of the prominent newspaper Wassaman Insider Newspaper And Wassaman Entertainment And Business Awards
The Wassa traditional area is split into two: Wassa Amenfi and Wassa Fiase.
Territory
Wassa territory covers 9,638 km2 (3,721 sq mi), almost the same as Central Region (9,826 km2 (3,794 sq mi)); Western Region as a whole now covers 14,293 km2 (5,519 sq mi).[2]
The prominent towns in Wassa are: Samreaboi, Asankrangwa, Manso-Amenfi, Wassa Akropong, Bawdie, Bogoso, Prestea, Tarkwa, Daboase, Old Subri, Nsuta, and Mpohor.[3]
Wassa is the largest tribe in Western Region in terms of land and population.
Culture And Traditions
The Wassa people have a rich tradition of music and dance, with instruments like the djembe, kora, and fontomfrom drums being used to accompany traditional dances.
The Wassa people are renowned for their expertise in woodcarving and goldwork. They create intricate wooden carvings and gold ornaments that are highly prized
The Wassa people wear traditional clothing made from colorful kente cloth, which is woven with symbolic patterns and designs.
The Wassa people celebrate several festivals throughout the year, including the Wassa Akwasidae festival, which honors the ancestors and gods.
In Wassa culture, elders are highly respected for their wisdom, knowledge, and life experience. Children are taught to show deference to their elders and seek their guidance
Wassa culture places a strong emphasis on community and social bonding. Extended family ties are important, and community members often come together to celebrate special occasions or support one another in times of need.
References
- ^ Olson, James Stuart (1996). The peoples of Africa: an ethnohistorical dictionary. Santa Barbara, CA: Greenwood Press. pp. 589–590. ISBN 978-0-313-27918-8.
- ^ TMLT (2021) Detailed Information about the 16 Regions of Ghana and their Capitals. Filed in Articles, Geography and Environmental Studies Project Topics by TMLT Editorials on April 7, 2021.
- ^ Lists of Districts in Ghana (2022).
- ^ Ghana Administrative Division: Regions and Districts (2021).
- ^ "National Commission on Culture - Ghana - Western Region". www.s158663955.websitehome.co.uk. Retrieved 9 January 2025.
