Which village near Kumasi is internationally famous as the historic centre of Adinkra cloth stamping and dye production?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Ntonso
- Step 1: Ntonso is the historic village where Adinkra cloths are designed, stamped, and dyed. Step 2. Artisans boil the Badie tree bark to produce the dark indelible 'Adinkra aduru' ink. Answer: Ntonso. Why not the others: Bonwire is Kente weaving; Ahwiaa is wood carving; Kenyasi is in Ahafo.
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