Also known as: Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II · His Royal Highness Tackie Teiko Tsuru II · His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II · Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II · King Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II
Ga Mantse who chairs civic initiatives including waste management, road development, and journalism awards in Accra; calls for sustainable mining practices benefiting communities.
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The Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has accepted an invitation to chair the Ghana Journalists Association’s (GJA) 30th anniversary celebration and Awards. …
Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II to chair GJA 30th anniversary AwardsJoy Online
The President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, has commended the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, for helping resolve an electoral dispute that stalled the Association’s leadership transition in 2021. …
GJA President Albert Dwumfour praises Ga Mantse over 2021 election disputeJoy Online
… The tournament was officially launched at the Ga Manste Palace in Accra by His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. …
Ga Manste Tennis Open begins todayJoy Online
… The committee, inaugurated at the Ministry’s conference room on Thursday, October 15, 2026, is chaired by the Ga Mantse, King Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. …
Ga Mantse chairs committee to drive Accra Green and Clean City InitiativeThe Ghanaian Times
The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has met the Ga Mantse, His Royal Majesty King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, and members of the Ga Traditional Council to discuss plans to improve roads in Accra and other parts of the country. …
Roads Minister meets Ga Mantse over Accra road developmentThe Ghanaian Times
… The Patron of the GJA, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is also expected to attend, while the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, will serve as Guest of Honour. …
GJA launches 30th Media AwardsJoy Online
The Minister of Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has assured the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, that the government’s plans to improve Accra’s road network will not come at the expense of the city’s historical heritage. …
We’ll modernise Accra without losing its heritage – Roads Minister assures Ga MantseJoy Online
… A representative of the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, similarly called for sustained responsibility from residents and traders after organised clean-up exercises.
Mahama Ayariga gives MMDCEs 30-day deadline to secure land for waste transfer stationsJoy Online
… The AMA said its consultations began on July 9, 2026, when Mayor Michael Kpakpo Allotey briefed the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, and the Ga Traditional Council on the proposed market, its land requirements and implementation arrangements. …
AMA says Konkomba traders were consulted ahead of Agbogbloshie 24-hour market projectThe Ghanaian Times
The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for greater investment in the education of Ga-Dangme youth to equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to become responsible citizens and contribute to the development of the Ga-State. …
Scholarship scheme launched for Ga-Dangme studentsThe Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has accepted an invitation to chair the Ghana Journalists Association's 30th anniversary celebration and Awards. The event will bring together media industry stakeholders to recognize journalism excellence and journalists' contributions to national development.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has accepted an invitation to chair the Ghana Journalists Association's 30th anniversary celebration and Awards. The event will bring together media industry stakeholders to recognize journalism excellence and journalists' contributions to national development.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Journalists Association President Albert Dwumfour has commended the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, for helping resolve an electoral dispute that stalled the Association's leadership transition in 2021. The dispute had halted the GJA's electoral process for nearly a year after a court injunction blocked elections originally scheduled for 2020 and postponed to 2021 due to COVID-19 and the 2020 general elections.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The six-day Ga Manste Tennis Open Championship begins today at the Accra Sports Stadium, featuring men's and women's singles and wheelchair tennis, alongside an exhibition match with former Black Stars captains and media personalities. Launched by King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the tournament is part of the 2026 Homowo festival celebrations and aims to discover and nurture young talent across Ghana and Africa.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has inaugurated a steering committee chaired by the Ga Mantse to coordinate efforts to make Accra cleaner and greener through corporate partnerships. The Adopt-a-Street/Adopt-a-Corridor Programme will encourage corporate organisations to maintain designated streets and public spaces through cleaning, landscaping and tree planting.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Roads and Highways met the Ga Mantse and the Ga Traditional Council to discuss plans to improve roads in Accra and other parts of the country, including projects with Oswal Investment Limited and a facelift of principal streets ahead of Ghana's 70th Independence Anniversary in March 2027.
8 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Journalists Association has given the Ghana Armed Forces two weeks to provide a comprehensive report on investigations into reported attacks on journalists Philip Abutiate of Bullet TV and Kweku Dennis Sika of Sika Official. The GJA said failure to provide a satisfactory report would compel it to pursue the matter through legal, institutional and public accountability channels.
8 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Minister of Roads and Highways assured the Ga Mantse that government plans to improve Accra's road network, including dualising routes from Tema through Osu to the old Winneba Road, will not destroy sites of historical importance. The coastal corridor project aims to ease traffic pressure on the Kasoa corridor while respecting the city's cultural assets.
7 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga has directed Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives to identify and submit at least one-acre sites for waste transfer stations within 30 days as part of an overhaul of the country's waste management system. The initiative includes plans to provide households with two waste bins for source separation and to replace open-bucket tricycles with self-loading waste vehicles.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly has denied that traders and stakeholders at Agbogbloshie were excluded from discussions over the proposed 24-hour market, stating it engaged affected groups for more than three months ahead of the redevelopment project to address concerns over design, land, trader movement, and business continuity.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse has called for greater investment in Ga-Dangme youth education at the launch of the RNAQ Ga-Dangme Youth Scholarship Scheme in Accra, which aims to provide educational opportunities for brilliant and promising tertiary students facing financial difficulties.
16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
At the Zongo Chiefs Conference in Accra, Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II called for closer cooperation between Zongo community leaders and traditional authorities to strengthen peaceful coexistence and development. He stressed the need for clear communication channels and dialogue to prevent disputes and resolve misunderstandings.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Richard Nii Armah Quaye and King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II are launching a scholarship scheme for Ga-Dangbe students, scheduled for September 14, to support bright students and promote unity within the community while encouraging collective investment in development.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An account of attending the Oguaa Fetu Afahye festival in Cape Coast (September 3–7, 2026), describing it as one of Ghana's most decorated and biggest festivals, with particular enthusiasm for Orange Friday's citywide participation and energy.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Cape Coast has filled with revellers, traders and artisans ahead of the Oguaa Fetu Afahye festival, themed "Heritage, Resilience and Prosperity," with pop-up venues, eateries and entertainment springing up across the city. The Ga Mantse is scheduled to attend Saturday's grand durbar, highlighting the festival's role as both cultural heritage and engine for local livelihoods.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Advans Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd visited the Ga Mantse to reaffirm its commitment to community development, financial inclusion, and partnership with traditional leadership. The visit, led by the company's Managing Director and senior executives, marked part of Advans Ghana's 18-year presence in Ghana and its dedication to supporting economic opportunities across communities.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, announced plans to confer new traditional titles on the 12 finalists of the Africa Monologue Challenge Season Three before they leave Ghana, during a courtesy visit at his residence as part of the competition's activities.
2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ga Mantse will attend the Grand Homowo UK Festival in London on October 3, 2026, organised by Ga Dangme UK & Ireland at Wandsworth Civic Centre. The festival will celebrate Ga heritage and traditions, marking the second time the Ga Mantse attends the UK event, with a theme commemorating 200 years since the Battle of Katamanso.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse has called on mining companies to make their corporate social responsibility programmes measurable and impactful rather than occasional gestures, emphasizing that CSR should translate into tangible and sustainable benefits for host communities through infrastructure, education, health services, and local employment opportunities.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse has urged Ghana's mining industry to ensure that communities dependent on mines do not collapse when operations end, arguing that mining must create enduring opportunities rather than leaving behind economic hardship and environmental degradation. He warned against pursuing immediate economic gains at the expense of future generations' prospects.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called on mining stakeholders to consider the long-term consequences of exploiting Ghana's mineral resources rather than pursuing short-term wealth at the expense of future generations, stating that the current generation must account for how the country's natural resources have been used.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse said mining companies' social licence to operate in host communities can be withdrawn if they act irresponsibly. He emphasized that social licence is not a legal document granted by a minister or regulator, but rather a continuous acceptance conferred by traditional authorities and affected communities.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse and President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs has called for responsible and sustainable mining practices, warning that Ghana cannot pursue mineral wealth today at the expense of future generations. He stressed that mining companies and policymakers must balance economic development with environmental protection and the interests of mining communities.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Mining Dialogue 2026 is taking place in Accra, organised by Asempa 94.7 FM's Ekosiisen in partnership with Semmis DS and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources. The event addresses key issues including local content and participation, formalisation of small-scale mining, gold traceability, and strategies for retaining mining revenue, amid concerns that mining wealth has not translated into meaningful development for host communities.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's maternal mortality ratio has improved from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 in 2023, but remains above the WHO benchmark of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030. President Mahama's government has made reducing maternal mortality a national priority, viewing preventable pregnancy and childbirth complications as a critical health challenge.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana has reduced its maternal mortality ratio from 943 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2000 to 234 in 2023, but this remains above the WHO benchmark of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030. President Mahama has made reducing maternal mortality a national priority through the Ministry of Health.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana tabled a UN resolution recognising slavery as "the greatest crime against humanity" and hosted a June summit in Accra with delegates from around 80 countries to advance the case for reparations. Ghana has been designated by the African Union as "champion for reparatory justice" in the intensifying global conversation on formal apologies, debt relief, and financial compensation from nations that benefited from slavery.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ga Mantse has praised the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) for its 2025 profit of GH¢1.1 billion and royalty collections of GH¢5.4 billion, noting the fund's contribution to national development under Chief Executive Officer Justina Nelson.
10 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The maiden Oobake Experience, curated by Naomi Naa Borley Larbi and held at Bukom Boxing Arena, celebrated Ga culture through cuisine, live music, boxing, and art. Ga Mantse King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II attended and commended the initiative, which featured performances from artists including D-Black, EL, Jupiter, Cina Soul, Mzbel, and Gasmilla.
10 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Organisers of the Sacred Crown Awards 2026 are conducting further verification and stakeholder engagement to ensure fairness and integrity in the nomination process. They have made adjustments to selected categories and opened a one-week window for corrections of administrative errors, while clarifying that this does not constitute a reopening of nominations.
9 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund donated 100 boxes of bottled water and 100 boxes of assorted soft drinks to the Ga Mantse to support this year's Homowo Festival. The Ga Mantse praised the gesture as a demonstration of respect for Ghana's cultural heritage and a strengthening of partnerships between traditional institutions and national development initiatives.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →