Zongo communities in Kumasi were thrown into a state of joy on Monday as business mogul and philanthropist Dr Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, and his foundation were honored for their transformative educational support.

A traditional mini durbar, hosted by chiefs and elders representing the diverse tribes within the Kumasi Zongos, paid tribute to the foundation's impactful scholarship scheme.

The ceremony served as a profound expression of appreciation for the McDan Foundation's unwavering commitment over the past four years which has seen numerous sons and daughters from the Zongo communities access tertiary education across Ghana.

Many beneficiaries including graduates from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and other universities were present to thank Dr McKorley who community leaders labeled "Messiah of the Zongo" for his life-changing interventions. "This durbar is not just ceremony; it's the heartfelt thanks of a community witnessing its youth rise through education." "Dr McKorley and his foundation have lit a path where before there was often darkness.