Godenu


Gbi-Godenu is a divisional chieftaincy of the traditional area of Hohoe recognized within of the Constitution of Ghana and legislation regulating the "Headquarters" in Gananese society. It is located in the Volta River region of Ghana.
The current traditional monarch/ruler of Godenu is Togbe Osei III. He is supported by a council of the crown itself.
The Gbi-Godenu area covers 18 square kilometers with approximately 13,000 inhabitants in four places near Hohoe.

Talking River

A tourist attraction and enigmatic symbol of Godenu is the so-called "Talking River". According to tradition the river communicates with the ancients, the togbe and other persons of "strong spirit" and in a sort of oracle points the way forward, including for the future of the town of Godenu itself.
Another attraction of the river is its small islets, some with denser vegetation cover and others made of stones, which give the landscape its shape.

Dynastic orders

As a way of raising funds and materials for the development of the village of Godenu, Togbe established a small honorific system of European inspiration for the principality
The reigning togbe grants two insignias in recognition of the faithful followers of the kingdom, making them honorary knights or dames:
Help Godenu - Help for Godenu "is a non-profit association dedicated to the education, health and peaceful coexistence of religions in the Kingdom of Godenu.