Adinkra Symbols Explained — African Heritage Socks

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Adinkra Symbols: The Visual Philosophy of the Akan People

Adinkra symbols are a system of visual communication developed by the Akan people of Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire. Each of the 40+ symbols represents a concept, proverb, or philosophical idea. Sankofa means "learn from the past." Gye Nyame means "except for God." Dwennimmen means "strength with humility."

Afropop Socks celebrates Adinkra wisdom with bold designs stocked at Tate Modern, V&A Museum, and the Smithsonian NMAAHC.

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