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Golden Stool (Skia Dwa Kofi)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

The Golden Stool is a sacred symbol of the Ashanti people in Ghana, representing their unity and sovereignty. It is believed to contain the spirit of the Ashanti nation.

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