The Bissa Health Professionals Union has added a healthy voice to the Zekula@20 donation chorus in the early hours of Saturday, presenting an amount of GHS 500 to support the Zekula@ cultural celebration happening today in Kulungungu.
The union, comprising medical doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare workers of Bissa descent, made the generous contribution in response to an appeal launched by the Bissa Development Association (BDA), the organization that instituted the festival.
“As healthcare professionals, we understand the importance of preserving our cultural heritage for the well-being of our community,” said Dr. Ayishetu Bukari, the president of the BHPU. “The Zekula@ celebration not only brings us together but also promotes the values of unity and resilience, which are essential for a healthy society. We are proud to contribute to this remarkable event.”
The BHPU’s donation is a testament to the organization’s commitment to serving the Bissa community, extending beyond the medical realm. Its members, hailing from various healthcare disciplines across the country, have come together to uphold and celebrate their rich cultural traditions.
The Zekula festival, is a cherished annual event that brings together the Bissa community from across Ghana and beyond to celebrate their rich heritage and promote unity.
This year’s festivities, happening today Kulungungu, promise to be even more vibrant, thanks to the overwhelming support received from various organizations and individuals.
The BHPU’s generous contribution adds to the growing list of supporters rallying behind the cultural event, joining the ranks of organizations like the Bissa Youth Forum, which also donated GHS 500 in the early hours of Saturday.
As the Zekula@ celebration takes place today, the excitement in the Bissa community continues to build, with the collective efforts of organizations like the BHPU ensuring that the event will be a resounding success, celebrating not only their rich heritage but also their commitment to shaping a brighter future for the Bissa people.