What are the different regions of Nzema?
The Nzema are divided into the Evalue, Dwira, Ellembelle and Jomoro. During the 19th century Nzema was one region until the deportation of the ruler Kaku Akaa.
What is the Nzema sea?
The Nzema sea in giving Ghana crude oil has cemented the famous saying in Ghana that “The Best Always Comes from the West.” The language of Nzema people is also known as Nzima (in Ghana) or Appolo (in the Ivory Coast). Their various versions of the Nzema language differ only very slightly in very few insignificant ways.
What is the significance of the Nzema?
The Nzema are mostly farmers with some sizable numbers also engaged in fishing. Their sea boundary, Cape Three Point gave Ghana its oil-fields. The Nzema sea in giving Ghana crude oil has cemented the famous saying in Ghana that "The Best Always Comes from the West."
How did NZI-MBA become Nzima?
As the autochthonous people along the Comoe River became known as the “kimbu people” (later Akuamu people), the N’Zi dwellers were nicknamed the N’Zi people, hence Nzi-mba became corrupted into NZIMA. Loading... During this period, there were strife and unrest in the neighbouring regions of Kankyeabo and Bouna near the Kong Mountains.
What region is Nzema in Ghana?
Western RegionLocation: Nzema, Western Region, Ghana.
Where can Nzema be found?
The Nzema are an Akan people numbering about 328,700, of whom 262,000 live in southwestern Ghana and 66,700 live in the southeast of Côte d'Ivoire.
Is Nzema a coastal zone?
Nzema East coastal zone stretches between the Ankobra river, to the west to beyond Agyan in the east. The Nzema East coast is relatively short compared to neighbouring districts. It is not directly affected by industrial development, which gives it its main advantage.
What are the 14 districts in Western Region?
Below is the list of the different districts and their capitals.Ahanta West (Capital: Agona Nkwanta)Aowin/Suaman (Capital: Enchi)Bia East (Capital: Asokore Adabokrom)Bia West (Capital: Essam)Bibiani/Anhwiaso/Bekwai (Capital: Bibiani)Jomoro (Capital: Half Assini)Juabeso (Capital: Juaboso)More items...•
Where did the Nzema migrated from?
Nzulezu is an Nzema word meaning "surface of water." The inhabitants of the village are said to have migrated from Walata, a city in ancient Ghana Empire' the earliest of the Western Sudanese States. According to tradition, ancestors of the village were brought to their present place under the guide of a snail.
What is the meaning of Nzema?
Nzema definition Any member of an Akan people of southwestern Ghana and southeast Côte d'Ivoire. noun.
What language do Nzema speak?
Central Tano languageNzema, also known as Nzima or Appolo, is a Central Tano language spoken by the Nzema people of southwestern Ghana and southeastern Ivory Coast. It is partially intelligible with Jwira-Pepesa and is closely related to Baoulé.
Who is the chief of Nzema?
Dorcas Elizabeth Amoah as the new Municipal Chief Executive of the Nzema East Municipal.
Who are the Ahanta people in Ghana?
The Ahanta/Ayinda are Akan People who live to the north and east of the Nzema. The Ahanta land has been historically known as one of the richest areas on the coast of what is now Ghana.
What are the sixteen regions in Ghana?
Map and Regions of GhanaREGIONCAPITALCENTRALCAPE COASTEASTERNKOFORIDUAGREATER ACCRAACCARANORTH EASTNALERIGU12 more rows
Which region is Western North Region?
The Western North Region is one of the six new regions of Ghana created in 2019. The region is bounded by the Ivory Coast (Comoé District) on the west, the Central region in the southeast, and the Ashanti, Ahafo, Bono East and Bono regions in the north....Western North Region• Total928,309Time zoneGMTArea code0319 more rows
Which region is Western Region?
The Western Region covers an area of approximately 239,221 square kilometers, which is 10% of Ghana total area. The region has 17 agricultural districts. The regional capital is Sekondi-Takoradi which is the seat of Regional Directorate of Agriculture....Western Region.DISTRICTCAPITALJuabesoJuabesoBiaEssam-Debiso13 more rows
What is the main food of the Nzema?
Plakali is a staple food mainly prepared by the Ahanta and Nzema peoples of the Western region of Ghana. It consists of cassava dough cooked in hot water, and it is similar to banku, another Ghanaian staple food, and fufu. Plakali is eaten with palm nut or groundnut soup.
What language do Nzema speak?
Central Tano languageNzema, also known as Nzima or Appolo, is a Central Tano language spoken by the Nzema people of southwestern Ghana and southeastern Ivory Coast. It is partially intelligible with Jwira-Pepesa and is closely related to Baoulé.
What festival does the Nzema celebrate?
The Kundum festivalKundum-2019 The Kundum festival is celebrated by the Ahanta and Nzema people of the Western Region of Ghana. It is celebrated to thank God for the abundance of food at the times of the harvest period.
What is the name of Nzema dance?
Abuyor“Abuyor” is a traditional dance from the Western region of Ghana . This dance is a celebratory dance, originated from the Nzema people, that was traditionally danced after the harvest. The dance is now it's dance in most occasions such us wedding and others too. ENJOY!
What happened to Atuabo in 1867?
In about 1867, by a convention between the British and the Dutch merchants, Nzema became subjects to Dutch interim administration. As a result, Atuabo in Eastern Nzema decided to break away from the Dutch who sent messengers to ascertain the truth of this move from the Elders Atuabo. Unfortunately, the messengers were murdered. Immediately a Dutch gun boat went and destroyed Aturabo.
What was Amihere Panin's land called?
His predecessor permitted him to build a new settlement at the site, and the place was named ATUABO (“Atuani” is plural). He lived at ATUABO with his followers. After his death, his nephew, Birimponi Kwesi was enstooled (Birimponi: means paramount chief in Nzema). The elevation apparently increased Beyin’s bitterness and made them more incensed against Atuabo Tradition further asserts that the Nzema welcomed some refugees from Asante led by Ahii Nobia. After swearing the Oath of Allegiance to Birimponi Kwesi they were settled at Abata. Through inter-marriage, it came to light that Abini Nobia practiced human sacrifice secretly.
Why was Nzema divided into two states?
In order to maintain peace and tranquility in the sub-region, Nzema was split into two separate states under different paramount cites. Beyin became the capital of Western Nzema Traditional Area, while Atuabo remained the capital of Eastern Nzema.
What is the Nzema language?
The language of Nzema people is also known as Nzima (in Ghana) or Appolo (in the Ivory Coast). Their various versions of the Nzema language differ only very slightly in very few insignificant ways. It shares 60% intelligibility with Jwira-Pepesa and is close to Baoule. There is however only one standard written Nzema language.
How many days are there in the Nzema calendar?
The Nzema are mostly farmers. According to their traditional calendar, days are ordered in cycles of seven, and these follow each other in a three-week cycle. They have a matrilineal kinship system, with descent and property passed through the maternal lines.
Where do the Nzema live?
The Nzema are an Akan people numbering about 328,700, of whom 262,000 live in southwestern Ghana and 66,700 live in the southeast of Côte d'Ivoire. In Ghana the Nzema area is divided into three electoral districts of Nzema East Municipal also referred to as Evalue Gwira, Ellembele District and Nzema West, which is also referred to as Jomoro District of Ghana. Their language is also known as Nzima (in Ghana) or Appolo (in the Ivory Coast).
Where is Kundum Festival held?
A religious Kundum Festival is held annually all over the Ahanta-Nzema area. Its start is timed to coordinate with the harvest period, so local communities determine when that will be. It begins in the easternmost part of Ahanta and advances southwestward together with the harvest period. Ritual drumming, singing and dancing take place for four weeks, and are considered the way the community expels devils and protects its good fortune. This festival is the main occasion on which the satirical avudewenesongs are performed by young men. The pan-Africanist Kwame Nkrumah was an Nzema. Anton Wilhelm Amo, who was born in the Axim region and taken to Europe as a boy, was raised in Germany as one of a duke's family and educated in the best schools and universities. He became a philosopher in eighteenth-century Germany, teaching at two universities, before he returned to his homeland. Also a member of the tribe was the religious leader Maame Harris Tani.
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Where is Nzema spoken?
Nzema. Nzema is member of the Kwa branch of the Atlantic-Congo language family. It is spoken mainly in Jomoro district of the Western region in southwestern Ghana, and also in the Comoé district in Aboisso department in southeast Ivory Coast.
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When was Nzema written?
Nzema has been written with the Latin alphabet since 1965.
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What is the capital of Nzema East?
Nzema East’s capital Axim is the home of sub-Saharan second oldest Fort. This Fort was built in the year AD1515 by the Portuguese and is now being used by Ghana Museum for tourist attraction. Axim is also reported to have witnessed the establishment of the first Bank in the then Gold Coast. The Building for the first Bank in the then Gold Coast is still there but now not inhabited. The Ahunyame mysterious rock formation is also an attraction for tourists.
What is the Nzema East Municipal Assembly?
The Nzema East Municipal Assembly, with Axim as its capital, is one of the Twenty-Two (22) administrative authorities in the Western Region. The Nzema East Municipal Assembly was established by L I 1917 on 25th January 2008.
Why did the Nzema East Municipal Assembly receive items from stakeholders?
The Nzema East Municipal Assembly received items from Stakeholders to help facilitate development in the municipality.
Who is the chief executive of Nzema East Municipality?
The Municipal chief Executive Hon . Frank Okpenyen addressing the people of Nzema East Municipality during the Town Hall meeting.
Who continues to distribute PPEs to churches?
HON. FRANK OKPENYEN CONTINUES THE DISTRIBUTION OF PPEs TO CHURCHES AND MOSQUES
Is Boboyise Island a tourist attraction?
The Municipality is rich in tourism attractions although most of these are still undeveloped. The district is replete with warm sandy beaches, which provide conventional beach tourism. The navigable Ankobra River is another tourist attraction, since it affords tourists the opportunity to enjoy river boat trips. Naturists have plenty to see as well, especially with the district’s vast forest reserves, network of rivers, interesting landscape and wide assortment of wildlife, and the renowned Boboyise Island, an enticing retreat for both solitude and celebration.
Where did the Nzema originate?
Oral traditions among the Nzema are unanimous on the point that their founding ancestors originally lived somewhere along the N’Zi River which runs parallel to the Comoe River in north-eastern Cote d’Ivoire . As the autochthonous people along the Comoe River became known as the “kimbu people” (later Akuamu people), the N’Zi dwellers were nicknamed the N’Zi people, hence Nzi-mba became corrupted into NZIMA.
Where are the Nzema people?
Nzema people also known as Ndenye or Apollonians (in Ivory Coast) are an Akan people numbering about 328,700 people of whom 262,000 live in southwestern Ghana and 66,700 live in the southeast of Côte d’Ivoire. The Nzema are divided into the Evalue, Dwira, Ellembelle and Jomoro. During the 19th century Nzema was one region until the deportation of the ruler Kaku Akaa. Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Freedom fighter and Ghana`s first president and the first African/black to become a professor in European higher institution, University of Halle-Wittenberg in 1799, Professor Anton Wilhem-Amo, are Nzema people.
What is the Nzema East Municipal Assembly?from nema.gov.gh
The Nzema East Municipal Assembly, with Axim as its capital, is one of the Twenty-Two (22) administrative authorities in the Western Region. The Nzema East Municipal Assembly was established by L I 1917 on 25th January 2008.
Why did the Nzema East Municipal Assembly receive items from stakeholders?from nema.gov.gh
The Nzema East Municipal Assembly received items from Stakeholders to help facilitate development in the municipality.
What are some non-traditional agricultural products in Gwira?from mofa.gov.gh
A few farmers in the Municipality are into some non-traditional agricultural production such as black pepper, ginger, miracle berry production and snail farming. Timber species have been planted within the Gwira Area by CARE International and their local partners, Friends of the Nation. These activities need to be encouraged and expanded to improve incomes of farmers. Species such as bird’s eye chilies (mesiwa) have been found suitable for the area. This needs to be developed as non-traditional agricultural product for export in collaboration with the Ghana Export Promotion Council (GEPC).
What is the latitude of Nzema East?from mofa.gov.gh
It is located on the Southern end of the region between longitude 2 0 05” and 2 0 35” West and latitude 4 0 40 and 5 0 20 North.
Who is the chief executive of Nzema East Municipality?from nema.gov.gh
The Municipal chief Executive Hon . Frank Okpenyen addressing the people of Nzema East Municipality during the Town Hall meeting.
Who continues to distribute PPEs to churches?from nema.gov.gh
HON. FRANK OKPENYEN CONTINUES THE DISTRIBUTION OF PPEs TO CHURCHES AND MOSQUES
Where are the periodic markets located in Edelesuazo?from mofa.gov.gh
There are three periodic markets in the Municipality located in Edelesuazo, Dominase and Kutukrom. As an agrarian Municipality, goods traded in core mainly as agricultural produce come from the catchments areas and sometimes beyond. Manufactured goods are largely imported from outside the Municipality especially from Takoradi and Elubo.
Our Story
The Nzema East Municipal Assembly, with Axim as its capital, is one of the Twenty-Two (22) administrative authorities in the Western Region. The Nzema East Municipal Assembly was established by L I 1917 on 25th January 2008.
Our Vision
To become the most effective business-like Municipal Assembly in the provision of Socio-Economic infrastructure, services and development of human and material resources in collaboration with our stakeholders and other development partners.
Our Mission
The Municipality Exist to ensure the total development of the Municipality through the effective management of resources in collaboration with its stakeholders
Core Values
Accountability, client-oriented, creativity, diligence, discipline, equity, integrity, innovativeness, loyalty, commitment, anonymity, impartiality, permanence, timeliness and transparency
Functions
According to the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), the district Assemblies have the right to exercise Deliberative, Legislative, and Executive functions as outlined in Section 12, Sub-Section 2 of the law as follows; The District Assembly shall among other things
What was Amihere Panin's land called?
His predecessor permitted him to build a new settlement at the site, and the place was named ATUABO (“Atuani” is plural). He lived at ATUABO with his followers. After his death, his nephew, Birimponi Kwesi was enstooled (Birimponi: means paramount chief in Nzema). The elevation apparently increased Beyin’s bitterness and made them more incensed against Atuabo Tradition further asserts that the Nzema welcomed some refugees from Asante led by Ahii Nobia. After swearing the Oath of Allegiance to Birimponi Kwesi they were settled at Abata. Through inter-marriage, it came to light that Abini Nobia practiced human sacrifice secretly.
What is the Nzema language?
The language of Nzema people is also known as Nzima (in Ghana) or Appolo (in the Ivory Coast). Their various versions of the Nzema language differ only very slightly in very few insignificant ways. It shares 60% intelligibility with Jwira-Pepesa and is close to Baoule. There is however only one standard written Nzema language.
Why is Kundum celebrated?
It is celebrated to thank God for the abundance of food as it ushers in the harvest period of the area.
Where do Nzema live?
Nzema people also known as Ndenye or Apollonians (in Ivory Coast) are an Akan people numbering about 328,700 people of whom 262,000 live in southwestern Ghana and 66,700 live in the southeast of Côte d'Ivoire. The Nzema are divided into the Evalue, Dwira, Ellembelle and Jomoro. During the 19th century Nzema was one region until the deportation of the ruler Kaku Akaa.
Why do we air truths during abissa?
Airing truths during Abissa allows the truth-tellers to forgive and those who have strayed from the proper path to be forgiven. It is a time of collective catharsis that leads to renewal and a spiritual re-birth of the entire community.
Where did the Nzema originate?
Oral traditions among the Nzema are unanimous on the point that their founding ancestors originally lived somewhere along the N’Zi River which runs parallel to the Comoe River in north-eastern Cote d’Ivoire . As the autochthonous people along the Comoe River became known as the “kimbu people” (later Akuamu people), the N’Zi dwellers were nicknamed the N’Zi people, hence Nzi-mba became corrupted into NZIMA.
What do people wear to the festival of the drums?
The people who partake in the celebration wear distinctive dress, footwear, and sometimes masks. The festival begins by taking the drums to the five different shrines on outskirts of town. At the shrines, requests for the good of the town are made and rum is poured on the ground as libation.
