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What is kente cloth associated with in Ghana?
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Kente cloth is a richly colored, handwoven textile traditionally associated with the Akan and Ewe peoples of Ghana.1
It is deeply integrated into the cultural life of the nation, often displayed during local and regional festivals alongside other forms of ceremonial regalia. The production of this cloth is a specialized craft, with the village of Bonwire, located near Kumasi, being particularly famous for its kente weaving traditions.1