The Manhyia Palace has announced a ban on all funerals across Asanteman on Thursday, August 21, 2025, to allow for the one-week celebration of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III.
This announcement follows a briefing by His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, to the Asanteman Council on Monday, August 11, 2025, regarding the passing of the revered Queen Mother, who died peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
The One Week Celebration is scheduled to take place at Bogyawe, Manhyia Palace, from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. on the designated date.
The funeral ban aims to ensure that the King, royal family, and people of Asanteman can fully participate in the traditional rites and pay their respects to the late Queen Mother.
Nana Konadu Yiadom III was a pivotal figure in the Ashanti Kingdom’s social and cultural life, serving as a mother figure, custodian of tradition, and unifying symbol for her people.
Further details regarding the funeral arrangements will be communicated by the Palace in the coming weeks.
