Ashaiman, March 10, GNA — Kente cloth and beads have long been symbols of Ghanaian culture, telling stories of many ethnic groups and traditions. In recent times, artisans have begun blending Kente ...

A dynamic new “consumer class” emerging from Africa is attracting international attention. With the prospect of rising incomes and a young population, international consulting firms see the continent ...

Among the 2012 Smithsonian Folklife Festival’s numerous attractions, perhaps the most globally germane exhibition was the Common Threads tent in the Creativity and Crisis section. Common Threads ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Worn as part of an ensemble by a ...

Bamboo, cloth, beads and terracotta jewellery is gaining popularity, even as shoppers go 'local for vocal' while buying ornaments Terracotta jewellery has gone a chic and funky makeover, courtesy a ...