Berekuso Chief woos investors with vision of thriving education hub

Correspondence from the Eastern Region

The Chief of Berekuso in the Eastern Region, Nana Oteng Kurankye II, has extended a strong invitation to investors to consider the community as a prime destination for educational and real estate development, citing its rapid transformation into a growing academic enclave.

Speaking on the development trajectory of the area, the Akuapem Twafohene highlighted the increasing concentration of educational institutions in Berekuso, describing it as a community with a promising future anchored on knowledge and human capital development.

According to him, the presence and continued establishment of schools in the area have created a unique ecosystem where students can pursue their entire academic journey—from kindergarten to the university level—within the same locality.

“The siting of institutions here continues to bring us significant advantages. We already have a number of universities established or in the process of being established, and this positions Berekuso as a complete educational hub,” he noted.

Nana Oteng Kurankye II emphasized that the influx of educational institutions has not only improved access to quality education but has also contributed to job creation and stimulated local economic growth. He explained that these institutions have invested in infrastructure and regularly extend their facilities to support nearby basic and senior high schools.

He further pointed to the rise in hostel and accommodation projects as a key area of opportunity for investors, noting that the demand for student housing continues to grow alongside the expanding academic population.

“Hostel accommodation opportunities have been created for investors, and the local economy is booming as a result of these developments,” he added.

The chief also underscored the role of traditional authorities in facilitating development, particularly through the provision of land for institutional projects and fostering peaceful coexistence between students and the local community.

“We support these institutions in diverse ways, including providing land for their establishment. We embrace the students as part of our community, and they are equally happy to be among us,” he said.

Beyond infrastructure, Nana Oteng Kurankye II revealed that he has personally instituted an educational fund aimed at supporting students, especially those struggling academically. The fund, managed in collaboration with schools, organizes targeted interventions and workshops for teachers to enhance learning outcomes.

“These initiatives have helped improve students’ attitudes towards education, and we are seeing positive changes in performance and commitment,” he noted.

Reaffirming his appeal, the chief assured prospective investors of a conducive and rewarding environment, stressing that investments in Berekuso would yield long-term benefits.

“Investors are welcome here—you will not lose if you invest in this community. Parents should also consider enrolling their wards in schools here because the environment is serene and ideal for learning,” he urged.

Berekuso, once a quiet community, is steadily gaining recognition as an emerging educational and investment hub, driven by strategic collaboration between traditional leadership and private sector stakeholders.