Grand Durbar of Chiefs
A ceremonial gathering of paramount chiefs and traditional leaders, centred on authority, unity and heritage.
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Programme
A curated journey of ceremony, culture, dialogue and opportunity.
Programme Preview
Official festival experiences to expect.
Asafo Cultural Displays
Processions, drumming and warrior traditions that bring Fante cultural expression into the festival experience.
Diaspora and Investment Forum
A forum connecting diaspora stakeholders with opportunities in Ghana, enterprise and long-term development.
Gala Concert Night
Music, performance and cultural celebration for the London festival audience.
Arts, Food and Crafts Exhibition
Fashion, cuisine, craft and creative enterprise presented as a premium cultural marketplace.
Youth Leadership Summit
A platform for the next generation to connect heritage, innovation and leadership.
Upcoming Event
Official UK Launch
The Ahoobaa Kese Festival - UK Edition
7 August 20265:00 PMCity Hall, London
The official UK Launch introduces FANTEFEST London 2026 to leaders, partners, diaspora voices and cultural stakeholders ahead of the festival weekend.
Special guest of honourH.E. Zita Sabah Benson - Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK & Northern Ireland
Under the distinguished patronage of
- HM Daasebre Kwebu Ewusi VII - Omanhen of Abeadze State & Board Chairman, The Fante Project
- HM Odeefuo Amoakwa Buadu VIII - President, Central Regional House of Chiefs & Paramount Chief of Breman Asikuma Traditional Area
RSVP
- Lilian I. Annih (+44 7377 512795)
- S.D. Ampah (+233 24 391 2982)
Programme Explorer
Sessions by date and time.
Day 1
25 - 27 September 2026
Evening programme
06:00 PM60 minHomecoming Dinner
Invitation Only / Riverside Terrace, London
Homecoming Dinner
Invitation Only / Riverside Terrace, LondonAn exclusive welcome reception for traditional leaders, diplomats, diaspora leaders, investors and cultural institutions.
07:30 PM30 minFestival Welcome and Opening Remarks
Ceremony / Main Stage
Festival Welcome and Opening Remarks
Ceremony / Main StageA formal opening moment setting the tone for the FANTEFEST London 2026 celebration.
08:00 PM45 minCultural Showcase
Culture / Main Stage
Cultural Showcase
Culture / Main StageMusic, performance and storytelling celebrating Fante identity and shared heritage.
08:45 PM45 minDiaspora Leaders Networking
Networking / Conference Hall
Diaspora Leaders Networking
Networking / Conference HallA connection session linking community leaders, business voices and global Fante networks.
09:30 PM90 minHeritage and Hospitality
Experience / Riverside Terrace
Heritage and Hospitality
Experience / Riverside TerraceAn evening of food, music and cultural hospitality designed for premium festival guests.
Day 2
26 September 2026
Day programme
10:00 AM90 minGrand Durbar of Chiefs
Ceremony / Main Stage
Grand Durbar of Chiefs
Ceremony / Main StageA ceremonial gathering of chiefs and traditional leaders celebrating authority, unity and Fante heritage.
12:00 PM75 minAsafo Cultural Displays
Culture / Cultural Arena
Asafo Cultural Displays
Culture / Cultural ArenaProcessions, drumming and performance traditions presented as a living expression of Fante identity.
02:00 PM120 minDiaspora and Investment Forum
Business / Conference Hall
Diaspora and Investment Forum
Business / Conference HallA business and development forum linking diaspora stakeholders with investment, tourism and enterprise opportunities.
05:00 PM150 minArts, Food and Crafts Exhibition
Culture / Culture Market
Arts, Food and Crafts Exhibition
Culture / Culture MarketA premium cultural marketplace for fashion, cuisine, craft, storytelling and creative enterprise.
Day 3
27 September 2026
Closing programme
11:00 AM90 minYouth Leadership Summit
Community / Forum Stage
Youth Leadership Summit
Community / Forum StageA next-generation platform connecting heritage, innovation, public service and leadership.
01:00 PM60 minClean Coastline Campaign
Impact / Impact Forum
Clean Coastline Campaign
Impact / Impact ForumAn environmental campaign moment connecting heritage preservation with coastal protection and sustainable tourism.
07:00 PM150 minGala Concert Night
Performance / Main Stage
Gala Concert Night
Performance / Main StageMusic, performance and cultural celebration closing the festival weekend with a premium London audience.
Featured Session
Grand Durbar of Chiefs
A ceremonial anchor for the festival weekend, bringing traditional leadership, heritage presentation and cultural diplomacy into one premium public moment.
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