The Ashanti Kingdom is mourning the loss of its revered Queen Mother, the Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III , who passed away at the age of 98.
The announcement of her death was made by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, during an Asanteman Council meeting at the Manhyia Palace on Monday, August 11, 2025.
According to the Asantehene, Nana Konadu Yiadom III joined her ancestors peacefully in the palace on August 6, 2025.
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Nana Konadu Yiadom III was a highly one of the revered queenmothers in Africa and in the Ashanti Kingdom, known for her compassion and steady leadership as the 14th Asantehemaa.
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During her tenure, which spanned nearly a decade, played a paramount role in the cultural and traditional affairs of the kingdom.
As the biological sister of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Nana Konadu Yiadom III held a position of great importance among the Ashanti people.
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A one-week observance to honor the life and legacy of Nana Konadu Yiadom III is scheduled for Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace.
This observance will be an opportunity for the Ashanti people and others to pay their respects to the late Queen Mother.
The Asantehemaa holds a vital position in the traditional setup of the Ashanti Kingdom, often playing a crucial role in cultural and ceremonial functions.
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