Mfantsipim celebrated a remarkable milestone in its 150-year history with a memorable Awards and Fundraising Dinner held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, bringing together distinguished old boys, invited guests, institutional partners, corporate leaders and members of the Mfantsipim community to honour excellence and mobilize support for the school’s future.
The elegant evening was a celebration of the school’s rich heritage, its enduring contribution to Ghana’s educational and national development, and the generations of distinguished men whose achievements continue to reflect the Mfantsipim spirit.
A major highlight of the occasion was the recognition of outstanding individuals and contributors whose exceptional achievements embody the values and traditions of Mfantsipim. Among the distinguished winners, Alex Apau Dadey, Executive Chairman of KGL Group, was honored with two prestigious awards: the Partner of Impact Award and a special category award recognizing his immense contributions to Mfantsipim. His commitment to supporting the school’s initiatives has made a lasting impact, exemplifying the leadership and service that the awards seek to celebrate. Distinguished winners across the categories were:
– Outstanding Teaching Staff: Mr. Solomon Kweku Afful
– Outstanding Non-Teaching Staff: Mrs. Constance Odur
– Education Impact Award: Kwame Dapaah-Afriyie MD
– Distinguished Alumnus-Academia & Research: Prof. Albert Kwadwo Adu Boahen
– Arts & Cultural Excellence: George Quaye
– Distinguished Alumnus-Public Service & Governance: Rt. Hon. Prof. Kofi Abrefa Busia
– Distinguished Alumnus-Business & Entrepreneurship: Mr. Frank Ivan Adama Tackie.
Beyond the celebration, the dinner served as an important fundraising initiative in support of the school’s 150th anniversary ambitions and its long-term development priorities. Elegant artworks, the bespoke ultra-exclusive release of 10 custom anniversary Caveman Watches and a Collector’s Edition 150th Anniversary Anthology all featured in the live auction to raise funds for the school’s legacy and infrastructure projects.
Executive Secretary for the Mfantsipim 150th Anniversary Planning Committee and Secretariat.
Mr. James Morgan underscored the significance of the 150-year milestone, noting that Mfantsipim’s greatest legacy lies not only in its history but also in the lives it has shaped and the values it continues to instill: “It is a true honour to be here tonight amongst my fellow old boys, celebrating a beloved Institution which has shaped the history of our Motherland Ghana as well as the careers of our nation’s most illustrious men.”
The evening also featured outstanding live performances from Ghanaian singer and songwriter Sefa, as well as Efya. Special recognition was given to KGL Group and Margins Group as the main sponsors for the event and prominent guests included the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Justice Srem-Sai; The Okuapehene, Oseadeeyo Kwasi Akuffo III; Mr. Alex Apau Dadey and Moses Kwesi Baiden Jr.
As Mfantsipim marks 150 years of educational excellence, the Awards and Fundraising Dinner stands as a powerful reminder that the responsibility of preserving its legacy belongs to every generation. The celebration was not simply a tribute to the past, but a renewed commitment to building an even stronger future.
Mfantsipim at 150: Celebrating Our Legacy. Inspiring Our Future.
About Mfantsipim
Established in 1876, Mfantsipim is one of Ghana’s most distinguished secondary educational institutions. For 150 years, the school has played a significant role in shaping generations of leaders, professionals, innovators and nation-builders. Its enduring commitment to academic excellence, discipline, character development and service continues to define its contribution to Ghana and beyond.
