Volta Regional Minister Hon. James Gunu Receives Official Invitation to 70th Mepe Afenorto Festival Grand Durbar

On Monday, July 6, 2026, the Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, hosted a courtesy call from a high-powered delegation comprising representatives of the Mepe Traditional Council and the Mepe Development Association. The visit was primarily to extend a formal invitation to the Minister for the upcoming 70th edition of the Mepe Afenorto Festival Grand Durbar. The delegation was led by the North Tongu District Chief Executive, Hon. Victoria Yawa Amefadzi Doe, underscoring the collaborative spirit between traditional authorities, local government, and regional leadership.

The delegation presented the official invitation and briefed Hon. Gunu on preparations for the landmark festival. This year’s celebration holds special significance as the community continues to rebuild and recover from the devastating impacts of the Akosombo Dam flood disaster. Festival organizers emphasized the need for collective participation to showcase Mepe’s rich cultural heritage while fostering stronger partnerships for long-term progress.

A central highlight of the engagement was the announcement of this year’s festival theme, which focuses on unity, investment, and sustainable development. The theme reflects the community’s resilience and forward-looking vision in the post-flood era. It aims to attract both local and external stakeholders to invest in Mepe’s recovery efforts, infrastructure development, and economic empowerment initiatives that will benefit current and future generations.

Hon. James Gunu expressed profound appreciation to the delegation for the honour bestowed upon him. He commended the thoughtful choice of theme, noting its alignment with broader regional goals for peace and progress. The Minister further encouraged the traditional authorities and development partners to sustain their efforts in promoting peace, unity, and inclusive development across the area.

The courtesy call reinforces the strong partnership between the Volta Regional Coordinating Council and traditional institutions in driving community-led development. As preparations for the 70th Mepe Afenorto Festival intensify, stakeholders anticipate a memorable celebration that not only honours cultural traditions but also charts a sustainable path forward for the flood-affected communities in North Tongu.