Of all the African fabrics, Kente is arguably the best known. Popularly known as the icon of African heritage around the globe, Kente can be defined by its bold designs, bright colours, multi-coloured patterns and dazzling shapes.
Made from African silk, Kente comes from the Ashanti (Akan) word (Ken
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