Sorbelle Hosts Grand Celebration of Gandawii Naabahilme Festival

The people of Gandawi in the Pulma Traditional Area gathered on Saturday, 22nd February 2025, to celebrate the annual Gandawii Naabahilme festival in Sorbelle, located in the Sissala West District of the Upper West Region.

This vibrant week-long festival serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Gandawii people. It marks the conclusion of the farming season, offering an opportunity for the community to express gratitude to the gods for a successful harvest.

The festival is filled with a variety of traditional activities that bring people together in joy and festivity, reinforcing the deep-rooted customs and identity of the region.

This year’s celebration is themed “Harnessing Our Cultural Heritage for Unity and Sustainable Development”, emphasizing the importance of tradition in fostering growth and cohesion within their communities.

Source: Sissala Radio