Daasebre Osei Bonsu III enstooled as Mamponghene
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has enstooled Daasebre Osei Bonsu III as the Mamponghene at a colourful ceremony held at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi on Monday, January 19, 2026. Daasebre Osei Bonsu III swore the oath of allegiance to formally assume the Silver Stool of the Asante Kingdom as chiefs and traditional leaders, dressed in black in keeping with Asante custom, witnessed the ceremony amid cheers.