King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, held a brief interaction with King Charles III during the 2026 Commonwealth Day celebrations in London on March 8.
The encounter occurred on the sidelines of the event, which was part of activities organised to mark the occasion following the appointment of Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations.
The Ga Mantse’s presence placed Ghana’s traditional leadership in the international spotlight, bringing attention to the role of customary authorities in cultural diplomacy and global engagement.
His interaction with King Charles III highlighted the growing importance of traditional rulers in promoting cultural heritage on the international stage.
The celebrations were attended by several high-profile dignitaries, including Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa; Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, Sabah Zita Benson; and Ogiame Atuwatse III, who was present with his queen, Olori Ivie Atuwatse.
Also attending were Jamaica’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Alexander Williams, along with other distinguished diplomats and leaders from across the Commonwealth.
The Ga Mantse’s participation offered an opportunity to showcase Ghana’s rich cultural heritage while fostering stronger diplomatic and cultural ties with other Commonwealth nations.
