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Kente: stories on the loom

A living craft, passed from one generation to the next.

Women weaving kente in northern Ghana

Kente is woven in narrow strips that are joined to make cloth. Ghana’s kente craftsmanship is recognised by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. Visit weaving communities with curiosity, ask makers about their work and seek permission before photographing them.

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Ghana Unfolded editorial · Reviewed 16 October 2026

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