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Sankofa, has two different meanings. In the Akan Language of Ghana translated in to English means 'Reach back and Get it'. Alternatively, The Asante Adinkra Symbol is a Bird with its head turned Backwards taking an egg of its back, or another of a Decorative Heart Shape.

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Sankofa is a word in the Akan language of Ghana meaning "go back and get it." It represents the idea of learning from the past in order to move forward and make positive progress. It is often symbolized by a bird with its head turned backwards while carrying an egg on its back.

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