By Sammy – Manhyia Palace Museum KUMASI — In the sacred heart of the Asante Kingdom, the final chapter of mourning unfolds as Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Asante people, prepares to perform the last rites for the late Queen. Following four days of elaborate funeral observances, the […]
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Wife of Special Envoy to AES Passes Away
Regina Gbevlo-Lartey, the beloved wife of Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, Esq., has passed away. Her death was confirmed in a statement from the HSRCGh team, which expressed profound sadness over the loss. Mr. Gbevlo-Lartey is the Founder, Convener, and Chairman of the organization, as well as the Special Envoy to the African […]
Royal Farewell: Asante Kingdom Concludes 4-Day Funeral
Kumasi, Ghana – The Asante Kingdom concluded a four-day period of mourning and burial rites for the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, with a solemn burial service held on September 18, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace. The ceremony, presided over by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, drew a gathering […]
Prez Mahama Lays Wreath at Asantehemaa’s Funeral
KUMASI, GHANA—President John Dramani Mahama joined a host of high-profile dignitaries to pay his last respects to the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, at her burial service in Kumasi. As part of the solemn ceremony, President Mahama laid a wreath in honor of the Queen Mother, a traditional gesture […]
King Osei Tutu II to Lead Final Rites for Late Queen
Kumasi, Ghana – Following a four-day funeral, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is set to perform the final rites for the late Asantehemaa. The final ceremonies will begin with the Queen’s body, in its royal casket, being taken to the Dwabrem grounds of the Manhyia Palace for a burial […]







