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Photos show Ghana’s fantasy coffins as a stylish final rest

  • Fantasy coffins displayed in Teshie, Accra, Ghana, are crafted by Nicholas and his family to embody the deceased's essence.
  • Coffins may represent a farmer's tools or cultivated crops, reflecting personal stories.
  • The practice started among the Ga people and has since spread across Ghana.
  • Ghanaian funerals are vibrant affairs, where each coffin tells a story carved in wood.
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Ghana's fantasy coffins are a colorful celebration of life and legacy

Ghana's fantasy coffins are unique creations that embody the essence of a person's life. Known by locals as Abebuo, these colorful coffins, shaped like animals, tools, or symbols, serve as a final message from the deceased.

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WKMG broke the news in Orlando, United States on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
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