The Scout and Guide Fellowship Ghana (SGF-Gh) celebrated the spirit of friendship by hosting Mr Ayman Ahmed Afifi, a member of the Egyptian Association of Former Scouts and Guides, in Ghana from 19September to 3October 2026.
During his two week stay, Mr Afifi visited several tourist attractions in the Greater Accra Region and other parts of Ghana, experiencing the country’s rich history, culture and hospitality. He also visited the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park in Accra, where the remains of Ghana’s first President, Dr KwameNkrumah, are interred.
As part of the visit, Mr Afifi joined members of the Ghana Fellowship for an educational programme with a Scout group at Morning Star School in Accra, reinforcing the shared values of learning, service and friendship that unite Scouts and Guides across borders.
The fellowship also introduced him to a variety of Ghanaian dishes, some of which he tasted and thoroughly enjoyed, creating opportunities for cultural exchange through food and shared experiences.
The visit culminated in a farewell dinner attended by Mr Afifi and members of the Ghana Fellowship. In a special gesture of friendship and cultural appreciation, the Fellowship presented him with a traditional Kente smock from the Northern Region of Ghana as a symbol of the country’s rich cultural heritage and the warm friendship established during his stay.
In return, Mr Afifi prepared Homos El Sham, a traditional Egyptian soup, for members of the Fellowship to experience Egyptian cuisine for the first time. The exchange symbolised mutual appreciation, cultural sharing and the bonds of friendship that transcend national boundaries.
The evening was filled with food, drinks, conversations and laughter, providing a memorable conclusion to his stay in Ghana and a beautiful demonstration of the theme “A Gesture of Friendship” for the 2026 ISGF Fellowship Day.
Through this exchange, the Scout and Guide Fellowship Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening international bonds, promoting cultural understanding and celebrating the enduring friendship that unites members of the ISGF family worldwide.
Prepared by: MsStephanie Birikorang,
Executive Secretary,
Scout and Guide Fellowship Ghana (SGF-Gh).
19th October, 2026.