Adossa-Gadao
Harvest thanksgiving and knife-dance festival of the Tem (Kotokoli) people of Sokode, in central Togo, combining the Gadao harvest rites with the Adossa dance.
When it happensThe month is settled. Organisers set the exact days each year.
Where it happens
The Gadao festival celebrates the heritage of the Ewe people, featuring traditional music, particularly the famous Gadao drum rhythms. The festival includes cultural displays, traditional ceremonies, and community gatherings.
How it's celebrated
Drumming performances, traditional dances, cultural exhibitions
The culture
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