ROTARY CLUB OF ACCRA-NORTH KANESHIE FORGES STRONGER COMMUNITY TIES AT THE GA MANTSE’S PALACE IN NORTH KANESHIE
A visit to foster collaboration and advance service projects within the Ga North Kaneshie enclave by the Rotary Club of Accra-North Kaneshie.
In a significant step towards deepening community engagement, a delegation from the Rotary Club of Accra-North Kaneshie, together with the District Governor (Rotarian Nana Yaa Pokua Siriboe) and the District Secretary (Rotarian Theresa Agobodo) of Rotary District 9104, paid a courtesy visit to the Ga Mantse – Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II at the Palace in North Kaneshie on 22nd December 2025. The visit, anchored in the spirit of service and partnership, served as a direct follow-up to the impactful earlier visit by the Rotary International President’s Representative (RIPE) and laid the groundwork for sustainable projects within the community.
The meeting, marked by warmth and mutual respect, allowed the club to reintroduce itself not only as a service organisation but also as a committed neighbour and partner. The Club President – Rotarian Bismarck Buernor Puplampu Jnr. emphasised their dedication to the Rotary ideal of “Service Above Self” and reaffirmed their desire to collaborate closely with the traditional authority for the benefit of all residents.
A key point of discussion was the environmental legacy from the RIPE’s visit. The club formally assumed full responsibility for the trees planted during that memorable occasion. Furthermore, in a commitment to expanding this green initiative, the club proposed adding a substantial number of new trees around key locations within the North Kaneshie enclave. This project symbolises growth, sustainability, and a lasting environmental impact, reflecting the strengthening relationship between the club and the community.
Looking ahead, the club presented its actionable plans for community development, aligning with its goals for the Rotary year. Two major initiatives were discussed:
- A comprehensive clean-up exercise:Targeting specific areas in need, this project aims to promote public health, environmental hygiene and community pride. The club sought the palace’s guidance and collaboration to mobilise participants and ensure the exercise’s success and cultural appropriateness.
- Maternity ward refurbishment:Recognising the critical need for improved maternal healthcare facilities, the club discussed preliminary plans to refurbish the maternity ward at the Kaneshie Polyclinic. This project aims to create a safer, more dignified and better-equipped environment for mothers and newborns, directly impacting the community’s wellbeing.
Ultimately, the core objective of the visit was to cultivate a long-term, harmonious relationship with the Ga State leadership. The club leadership expressed its belief that such a foundation of trust and open communication is essential for identifying real needs, gaining community buy-in and carrying out projects smoothly and effectively within the vicinity. The palace’s insights and blessings are viewed as invaluable for ensuring that Rotary’s efforts are meaningful, respectful, and genuinely beneficial.
The Ga Mantse, through his representatives, welcomed the delegation and expressed appreciation for Rotary’s sustained interest and practical approach to service. The dialogue concluded with a shared commitment to continued collaboration, turning the discussed plans into tangible realities for the people of Accra.
This visit by the Rotary Club of Accra-North Kaneshie has undoubtedly strengthened a vital bridge, promising a future of collaborative service and lasting positive impact in the North-Kaneshie community and its environs.
s—it delivered hope. Partners include the Rotary clubs of Accra East, Accra Airport East, Accra Airport Enclave, Accra Labone, Akosombo, and the Rotaract club of Accra Teshie Nungua. Others include Mission 195 and ABE Ventures.
