Akwaaba (Welcome)
Artist: Lordina
Medium: Pencil, Crayon
Age: 15
Country: Ghana
Akwaaba (Welcome)
Artist: Lordina
Medium: Pencil, Crayon
Age: 15
Country: Ghana
What Is the Story?
My story illustrates hospitality and respect.
Why did You Select this Story?
I chose this story because my culture values hospitality and respect. The art shows me welcoming visitors with water in a calabash.
Who is in Your Story?
Me, Lordina Akolgo.
Where does It Take Place?
At home.
When does it Take Place?
On the 25th of December, 2025.
What do you want to be Understood about You/Your Culture?
I want to show students from our partner school that in our culture the first thing you give to a visitor is water.
About the Artist
Family Details
My family speaks frafra (a dialect from northern Ghana). We come from Nalerigu (a town in northeastern Ghana).
In What Ways is Cultural Heritage Important?
Because it makes me special.
Likes and Dislikes
I dislike eating snails. I like singing in the church. I like playing football.
Free Time Activities
I play games.
My Role Model
My auntie because she is my guidance.
Career Goals
I want to be a nurse in the future because I want to take care of patients when they are sick.
