The Council of Ewe Associations of North America (CEANA) celebrated its 31st annual convention with a highly successful event at the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Loveland, Colorado.
This year's theme, "Mina Mia Tu Ewe Dukor," which translates to "Let Us Develop Eweland," underscored the organization's dedication to the socioeconomic and cultural advancement of Eweland.
In his welcome address, CEANA President, Dr.
Tsatsu Nyamadi expressed heartfelt gratitude to the supporters of the annual fundraising and celebration of Ewe culture.
He emphasized the organization's focus on education and healthcare, highlighting these areas as key to their commitment to community development.
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Nyamadi also honored the memory of the departed heroes and heroines, sons and daughters of Eweland who have significantly contributed to shaping CEANA.
Quoting Ralph Waldo Emerson, he said, "Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail," to emphasize CEANA's mission to pioneer development in underserved areas of Eweland.
Ghana's Ambassador to the USA, Hajia Alima Mahama, addressed the gathering, commending CEANA's dedication to community development and its lasting impact.
She announced new initiatives to support Ghanaian communities in the USA, including the issuance of Ghana cards and a streamlined passport process.
Before her speech, she energized the audience with her Agbadza dancing skills.
All the speakers at the convention called for prayers for peaceful elections in Ghana.
The Ambassador reiterated President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's promise of free and fair elections in Ghana this year.
CEANA aims to raise $200,000 to fund its projects.
The convention highlighted CEANA's commitment to fostering community and cultural pride, serving as a beacon of hope and progress for the Ewe people in Ghana, Togo, Benin, and parts of Nigeria.