– Two UK museums return 17 gold and silver artifacts to Ghana after 150 years
– Artifacts looted from Asante people during colonial battles in West Africa
– Cultural treasures on long-term loan arrangement with Victoria & Albert Museum in London and Manhyia Palace Museum in Ghana
– Return includes 13 pieces of Asante royal regalia purchased by V&A at auction in 1874
– Items taken by British troops during Anglo-Asante wars of 1873-74 and 1895-96
– Collaboration announced by British Museum, V&A, and Manhyia Palace Museum
– Return signifies recognition of impact of colonization on countries and cultural heritage
– Return sets precedent for repatriation of looted cultural treasures from colonial periods
– Return prompts crucial conversation about restitution of looted artifacts to countries of origin
– Marks victory for Asante people and broader conversation on restitution of cultural heritage and historical injustices of colonialism