The Class of 1981 of Bekwai SDA Basic School has marked a historic milestone, celebrating 60 years of life, friendship and shared heritage at a grand dinner and commemoration event held on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Held on the theme “Together at 60,” the event brought together about 35 former classmates from across Ghana and the diaspora, including the United States and the United Kingdom, making the celebration a rare and emotionally significant reunion of primary school peers who have maintained lifelong bonds.
The highlight of the celebration was a special honour bestowed on the class’s former teacher, Mr. J. K. Mensah, whose lasting influence on the lives of his pupils was acknowledged through a moving citation.
The tribute drew applause and emotion from attendees, with some teachers present noting that the gesture reaffirmed the enduring impact of dedicated teaching across generations.
Adding colour and nostalgia to the programme, members recreated scenes from their basic school days through a match past, mock assembly and classroom-style activities, sparking laughter and admiration from guests and community members.
The event also featured a solemn remembrance of departed classmates and teachers, led by the class choir, as well as the presentation of gifts to members whose parents are still alive, in recognition of parental sacrifice and support.
The celebration was graced by Rt. Hon. Joseph Osei Owusu, a former Member of Parliament for the area and former Deputy Speaker of Parliament, alongside other distinguished personalities from Bekwai.
Their presence underscored the significance of the occasion, which many described as one of the most remarkable reunions in the town’s history.
Members of the class noted that the association was unique, as it was uncommon for primary school classmates to remain active and united decades after school.
Officially formed in 2019, the group emerged from deliberate efforts to trace and reconnect with old classmates, beginning with a WhatsApp platform that has since evolved into a strong support network.
Beyond social interaction, the Class of 1981 has consistently provided mutual support to its members in times of need, a show of solidarity that impressed guests and residents alike.
Many described the celebration as inspiring and a powerful example of unity rooted in childhood friendships.
The Class of 1981 reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining the bond forged in their early years, pledging to preserve the legacy of friendship, support and unity for generations to come.
