Asante Kingdom unveils Nana Ama Bonsu I as new Queenmother
The Asante Kingdom has a new Queenmother following the official unveiling of Nana Ama Bonsu I as the new Asantehemaa.
The Asante Kingdom has officially unveiled Nana Ama Bonsu I as the new Asantehemaa, bringing to an end a vacancy that has existed since the death of Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III.
The unveiling marks a significant milestone in the leadership of the Asante Kingdom, restoring one of its most influential traditional offices after years without a substantive Queenmother.
The ceremony, conducted in accordance with Asante customs and traditions, formally introduced Nana Ama Bonsu I as the new Queenmother of the kingdom, a position regarded as one of the highest authorities within the Asante traditional governance structure.
She succeeds Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III, whose death nearly a decade ago left the revered office vacant.
As Asantehemaa, Nana Ama Bonsu I assumes a role that extends beyond ceremonial duties. The Queenmother serves as a key adviser to the Asantehene on matters relating to succession, governance, culture and the welfare of the people, while also safeguarding the customs and traditions of the Asante Kingdom.
She is also expected to champion the interests of women and children, promote peace and social cohesion, and play an important role in resolving disputes within the kingdom.
Her installation is seen as strengthening the traditional leadership of the Asante Kingdom by restoring a key institution that has historically worked alongside the Asantehene in preserving the kingdom's heritage and guiding its affairs.
Traditional rulers, dignitaries and members of the Asante Kingdom attended the unveiling ceremony, reaffirming their commitment to the customs and traditions of the kingdom and welcoming Nana Ama Bonsu I into one of Ghana's most revered traditional offices.
Below is a list of past Asante Queen Mothers
1) Nana Nyarko Kusiamoa ( 1695 – 1722 )
2) Nana Nkatia Abamo ( 1722 – 1740 )
3) Nana Akua Afriyie ( 1740 – 1768 )
4) Nana Konadu Yiadom I ( 1768 – 1809 )
5) Nana Akosua Adoma ( 1809 – 1819 )
6) Nana Ama Serwaa ( 1819 – 1828 )
7) Nana Yaa Dufie ( 1828 – 1836 )
8) Nana Afua Sarpon ( 1836 – 1857 )
9) Nana Afua Kobi I ( 1857 – 1884 )
10) Nana Yaa Akyaa ( 1884 – 1917 )
11) Nana Konadu Yiadom II ( 1917 – 1945 )
12) Nana Ama Serwaa Nyarko ( 1945 – 1977 )
13) Nana Afua Serwaa Kobi Ampem II ( 1977 – 2016)
14) Nana Konadu Yiadom III (2017 - 2025)