You'll find them everywhere in Ghana - Adinkra symbols. They originate from the Akan tribes of Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire in West Africa, and represent concepts, original thoughts, and popular proverbs in easily memorable form. They’re also a record of historical events and express traditional attitudes.

Now, however it is more associated with the Ashanti who in the 19^th century developed a unique art of printing it. Originally associated with royalty and sacredness they can now be found everywhere.

 Each symbol has a name and meaning, a few of which are on some of our products.  If you would like to know more about Adinkra please follow the links on our site.