THE ROYAL PALACE OF BEREKUSO

Odeefoo Oteng
Korankye II

Chief of Berekuso • Twafohene of Akuapem

A digital home for royal leadership, cultural heritage, community and the people of Berekuso.

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THE ROYAL HOUSE

Odeefoo Oteng Korankye II

Chief of Berekuso & Twafohene of Akuapem

Odeefoo Oteng Korankye II became Chief of Berekuso in 1996. His leadership has placed strong emphasis on education, community development and building opportunities for young people. Working with the elders and community, he supported the acquisition of 17 acres for a new school compound and later secured support for teacher accommodation. He has also supported pupils with learning materials, sports activities, BECE fees and transport to examination centres.

His long-term vision is for Berekuso to become a centre of excellence for education and purposeful development. His leadership has also welcomed partnerships that strengthen education and skills development, including the growth of Ashesi University and more recent technical and vocational development initiatives in the community.

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“Tradition is our heritage, leadership is our responsibility, and the future is our shared destiny.”

“One People, One Heritage, One Future.”

THE PALACE

A House of Tradition & Leadership

The Palace stands as a centre of traditional authority, cultural preservation and community leadership in Berekuso.

Traditional Council

Learn about the traditional structures and institutions that support the Palace.

Royal Heritage

Discover the history, customs and heritage of Berekuso and Akuapem.

Community Leadership

Explore initiatives supporting the development and wellbeing of the community.

OUR HERITAGE

Preserving the Legacy

The history of Berekuso is a story of migration, courage, resilience and the preservation of ancestral heritage. Its history is closely connected with the wider history of the Akuapem traditional area and the movements of Akan and Guan communities across the region. According to the oral traditions preserved by the people, the ancestors of Berekuso went through a long journey before establishing the community in its present location. Their movement was shaped by the search for a secure and suitable place to settle, farm and raise their families, as well as by the wars and political changes that affected communities in the region. Historical accounts identify the people of Berekuso with Akwamu/Akan traditions and record a series of migrations before their settlement in the present Berekuso area. One account states that they moved from Twifo-Hemang through places including Abetenase, Gomoa Nyanmangmu, Ofankor and Nyanawase before later moving to Agyankote.

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PALACE CALENDAR

Royal Events & Occasions

Upcoming Berekuso Heritage & Community Events

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Upcoming Palace Occasion

Event details are published and updated based on official information from the Palace or authorised community representatives.

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OUR PEOPLE

Leadership Beyond the Palace

Highlight verified initiatives that contribute to the social and economic advancement of the community.

Education

Supporting pupils, schools, and teachers to improve the quality of education in Berekuso and the surrounding traditional area

Youth Development

Empowering the next generation of community leaders.

Community Development

Promoting initiatives that improve community life.

Culture

Preserving and promoting our cultural identity.

OUR RECENT PROJECTS

Impacting Development Through Education

In partnership with the Odeefoo Oteng Korankye II Education Fund, the Palace supports initiatives for students, teachers and schools across Berekuso and the surrounding traditional area.

BECE Support

Providing examination supplies and support to candidates sitting the Basic Education Certificate Examination across the traditional area's basic schools.