Every community has an ultimate
leader. In a typical Ghanaian setting, chiefs are considered as the owners of
the community and therefore serve as the ultimate leader. It is thus necessary
that the team embark on a visit to the chief of Kumbungu against the backdrop
that, our activities as international Service ICS volunteers are going to take
place in his sphere of authority and thus has direct influence on the
communities under his care.
17th July, 2017 was as
the first official day at work. The first activity of the day was a brief
introduction of the work, expectations and the teams drafted plan and a formal
introduction to the NFED staff of Kumbungu and together, we set off to visit
the chief. On arrival, we followed directives as custom demands and we were set
to meet the chief and his elders. A brief introduction made following which our
mission was explained to him.
He welcomed us to his home and
assured us of his maximum support and encouraged us to continue the good works
we have started. He later confirmed us as residents of Kumbungu and assuring us
that we are entitled to every good thing any resident enjoys. As custom
demands, the chief gave us cola nuts as a symbol of a peaceful welcome. An
indication of a rich culture it was.
It was such a wonderful time and
a means of cross cultural learning.
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