Volta Lake Credit Union at Akwasidae & Yam Festival

Festival Celebration & Community Partnership

In a vibrant display of cultural solidarity and community partnership, a delegation comprising board members and management of the Volta Lake Cooperative Credit Union joined the chief and people of Akwamu Pesse to celebrate their Akwasidae and Yam Festival on Sunday.

Traditional Leadership Recognition

During the festival durbar at Adjena Pese, Okotsuasuom Nana Osae Nyampong VI lauded the Credit Union’s contributions to the community, describing its initiatives as “transformative and deeply appreciated.” He encouraged residents to embrace the Credit Union movement, citing its role in promoting financial inclusion and ethical stewardship.

Decade of Community Service

For over a decade, the Volta Lake Cooperative Credit Union—headquartered at Akosombo-Marine—has served as a pillar of financial empowerment across Pesse, Adjena, Adumasa, Gyakiti, Kudikofe, and surrounding communities. Through inclusive and innovative financial services, it has strengthened livelihoods, fostered economic resilience, and championed sustainable development.

Strategic Partnership Proposal

In a gesture of goodwill and strategic partnership, Nana Osae Nyampong VI pledged to provide office space should the Volta Lake Cooperative Credit Union consider establishing an additional agency in the community—an offer met with enthusiastic applause from festival attendees.

Traditional Protocol & Respect

The day began with a courtesy call on Nana Ansah Kwao IV, the chief of Adumasa—affectionately known as “the little Republic”—where the delegation paid homage and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening ties with traditional leadership and local communities.

Collaboration for Development

The event underscored the enduring relationship between traditional institutions and cooperative financial models, highlighting the power of collaboration in advancing grassroots development.