Basket weaving is one of the unique trades of the people of the Upper East Region of Ghana, Bolgatanga.
Apart from its recognition for the use of leather in producing bags, shoes and sandals, basket making has travelled wide and far.
Women and men engage in this beautiful art to make a living, while away time and show off their art skills by designing unique and beautiful patterns on every basket they make.
The people of Bolgatanga are also known for the "smock" attair they weave.
Tuozafi* (T.Z) and Bito* soup is the popular food prepared and eaten in Bolgatanga.
To be continued. .........
Edna Aninga is a writer, an artist and a humanitarian. outside writing her next passion is painting. She loves humanitarian activities and also has the passion for acting. She is currently working on her own project to help the less fortunate, called "Heart to Hut". She has many stories written for children which will be published soon and she is currently working on movie scripts. she has an undying love for books and children.
Wednesday, 20 May 2015
Northern Heritage
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