The Teshie Traditional Council has entered into a partnership with Papillon Brand & Marketing Specialist to transform the coastal town of Teshie into a dynamic hub for youth innovation, entrepreneurship, and cultural tourism.
The initiative, which is set to roll out in phases beginning this quarter, will equip young people in Teshie with practical skills through entrepreneurship training, digital storytelling, eco-tourism branding, and community development workshops.
It also includes town planning support and branding strategies that aim to reposition Teshie as a destination for creative enterprise and cultural engagement.
Speaking at the launch of the partnership, the team from Papillon, said the collaboration is centered on long-term social impact rather than surface-level aesthetics.
“This partnership is purpose-driven and deeply rooted in community impact. At Papillon, we believe branding is not just about aesthetics, but about unlocking the soul of a place,” they said.
“Teshie has untapped potential, and our goal is to help uncover it, amplify it, and support systems that enable youth to thrive.”
They added that urbanisation must go beyond physical infrastructure to focus on identity and shared value, noting that true progress is measured by the empowerment of communities and the economic inclusion of their youth.
At the launch were traditional leaders including, Gbetsoolo Nii Ashitey Akomfra III, Member of the National House of Chiefs, Kumasi; the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, Dododwa; the President of Teshie Traditional Council, Nii Ashikwei Kwaobotswe II; Teshie Dzasetse and Divisional Chief of Lenshie,Nuumo Adjei Sankuma III, Osabu Ayiku Wulomo; and Klemusun Mantse, Nii Kotey Afutu Brempong IV.
Additionally, Pantang Mantse, Nii Nmerteh Aku I, Ayim Mantse, Nii Amartey Kwei III; Kweiman Mantse, Nii Laryea Brenya I; Danfa Mankralo, Nadziaŋdããlɔ Nii Odaitei Samsam Odaiteiman Mantsɛ; Nii Adjetey Okpey III, Teshie Shikitele; Nii Adzei Wawadzan II, Teshie Woleiatse; Nii Mensah Tukwowenim Akwashontse, Shibulor; Nii Martey Sanshie IV, Atofotse were all present.
