By Ishmeal 
The Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, has called for stronger cultural relations between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, emphasising the need to preserve the shared heritage of the Nzema people.
The MP, who also serves as Deputy Minister for Transport, made the call when she attended the grand durbar of the Kundum Festival in Tiapoum, Côte d’Ivoire, as the Guest of Honour.
The celebration brought together members of the Nzema community in Côte d’Ivoire, including Ghanaians living in the neighbouring country, to celebrate their traditions, history and cultural identity.
Kundum Festival celebrates shared Nzema heritage
The Kundum Festival is an important cultural celebration among the Nzema people. It provides an opportunity for communities to reconnect with their ancestral roots, promote traditional values and strengthen relationships across generations.
Speaking at the event, Madam Affo-Toffey expressed her delight at being part of the celebration and highlighted the importance of protecting the Nzema cultural heritage.
She noted that the cultural identity of the Nzema people goes beyond geographical boundaries, as communities in Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire share common history, traditions and values.
Call to preserve culture for future generations
The Jomoro MP encouraged continued efforts to promote and preserve Nzema traditions, particularly among younger generations.
She explained that cultural celebrations such as Kundum provide an important platform for passing ancestral customs and values to the next generation.
The event also served as an opportunity to strengthen the longstanding social and cultural relationship between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.
Madam Affo-Toffey expressed optimism that continued cultural exchanges and cooperation would further deepen the relationship between the two neighbouring countries.
The celebration was attended by traditional leaders and other dignitaries from both countries, highlighting the longstanding connections between communities on both sides of the border.
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