KNUST Business School pays courtesy call on Ga Mantse, invites him to 20th anniversary celebration

A high-powered delegation from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Business School (KSB) has paid a courtesy call on His Royal Majesty, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, at his palace in Accra.

The visit, led by key officials of KSB, aimed to strengthen ties between the institution and the Ga State while exploring potential collaborations.

During the engagement, Dr. Samuel Yaw Akomea, Head, Centre for Business Development, KNUST proposed specialized training programs in customer service and human resource management, initially targeting palace staff and later expanding to market women within the Ga community.

The delegation assured the Ga Mantse of their commitment to supporting his vision of empowering the Ga people through education and skills development.

A key highlight of the visit was the formal invitation extended to King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II to grace KSB’s 20th-anniversary celebration, scheduled for June 2, 2025, in Kumasi.

The anniversary event is expected to bring together distinguished personalities, alumni, and industry leaders to commemorate two decades of academic excellence and innovation.

Dr. Akomea emphasized the Ga Mantse’s leadership and influence, describing him as a role model whose achievements resonate with many students.

In response, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, Ga Mantse welcomed the initiative, expressing his appreciation for the courtesy call and the proposed training programs.

He highlighted the need for structured human resource development to drive the progress of the Ga State, stating that investing in education and professional training would equip the youth with the necessary skills to contribute meaningfully to socio-economic transformation.

“The Ga State has been exploring a number of initiatives to enhance our collective development. One key priority is ensuring that our people have the expertise needed to lead and sustain growth in various fields,” the Ga Mantse noted.

He further stressed the importance of collaborations with institutions, consultants, and academic experts to facilitate skill development and enhance career opportunities for the Ga people.

King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II assured the KSB delegation that tye Ga State would grace the upcoming anniversary celebrations.

A planning committee is expected to be set up to coordinate preparations ahead of the event.

Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith