Reviving Tradition — Fetatrotro

Lotsu Tenge Djokoto pictured here at the lounge of his shrine.

In an era dominated by western pop culture and digital trends, young Ghanaians are rediscovering and embracing their roots through African spirituality, music, dance and food.

A new cultural movement is gaining momentum across Ghana, where youth-led traditionalists of the Lotsu Tenge Dzokoto temple are organizing festivals, music concerts, and workshops on African tradition. The goal: to preserve Ghana’s diverse cultural identity while making it relevant for a new generation.

One such initiative, Fetatrotro, was held through a three-day festival at Agbogba, featuring bonfire, traditional artists, and pottery-making sessions. The event attracted numerous attendees — many of them college students and young working professionals.

“We want to make tradition cool again,” said Lotsu Tenge Dzokoto, Founder of the temple, says while members dance around a bonfire.

“Our traditions are beautiful, but many young people feel disconnected from them. We’re trying to change that by presenting them in a fresh, interactive way.” He added.

Experts say this cultural revival reflects a growing awareness among youth about the importance of identity in a globalized world.

As Ghana balances tradition and modernity, these cultural ambassadors are proving that heritage isn’t just something to be preserved—it’s something to be proudly lived.