A black horse moves to adowa drums at Manhyia Palace
During the ‘Dote Yie’ of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, a black horse at the Manhyia Palace amazed mourners as it moved in rhythm with the traditional drumming.
The burial rite began on September 15, 2025, in Kumasi and has attracted mourners, royals, priests, and dignitaries from all over Ghana.
In a video shared by Anigye TV, the horse, with its rider, was seen moving to the beat of the ‘adowa’ drums.
The animal seemed to mimic the movements of dancers, jumping in time with the rhythm, much like human performers do when performing the ‘adowa’ dance.
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The ‘Dote Yie’ has seen traditional performances, with priests and priestesses offering rituals to honour the late queen mother.
Security, medical teams, and strict protocol have been put in place to ensure safety and order throughout the ceremonies.
Movement of vehicles near the Manhyia Palace has been restricted, with special transport arranged for mourners.
The burial rites will conclude on September 18, 2025, when the President, former Presidents, the judiciary, and other state officials will pay their final respects.
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Later that night, Nana Konadu Yiadom III’s remains will be laid to rest at the Breman Royal Mausoleum.
Schools and trading activities in Kumasi are also expected to shut down on the final day to pay respect to the late queen mother, who reigned for eight years after succeeding her biological mother, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem, in 2016.
A horse amazed onlookers at the funeral of the late Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, by rhythmically performing the ‘Adowa’ dance. pic.twitter.com/23OohmRCaj
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