Together for Ghana: Gerald Asamoah and His Delegation Visit GISA

Warm encounters, engaging conversations and plenty of enthusiasm for shared projects: today, Sunday, the German International School Accra welcomed Gerald Asamoah and his delegation. The visit took place during the heart surgery week organised by the Gerald Asamoah Foundation and kinderherzen e.V. as part of their “Together for Ghana” mission. Alongside representatives of both organisations, the mission brings together business and private supporters whose commitment helps make this vital work possible.

The guests were keen to learn about the many connections that have developed between GISA and Gerald Asamoah. At the heart of this partnership lies a shared ambition: to give children opportunities for better health, education and personal growth. Through scholarships for children with heart conditions, GISA builds on the medical support by opening up long-term educational opportunities. The school community is also contributing directly to the current heart surgery week, with Grade 8 students helping to provide meals for the medical team.

GISA’s extracurricular programme coordinator, Sara Debackere, shared the success story unfolding on the football pitch. The Gerald Asamoah Football Academy at GISA now welcomes well over 70 children and young people across its age groups, from kindergarten to U14. Particularly encouraging is the strong girls’ team, which has become an integral part of the Academy through its enthusiasm and ability.

Gerald Asamoah was impressed by the improvements in quality and the Academy’s development. Beyond sporting progress, the strong team spirit was a particular highlight. Training together, looking out for one another, taking responsibility and encouraging teammates: these experiences make the Academy an important part of school life. Special thanks went to Head Coach Enoch and the entire coaching team, whose dedication continues to drive this progress.

The Academy’s popularity also brings challenges. With more and more children eager to take part, the limited space available for training is becoming an increasingly pressing issue. Conversations therefore also explored how to maintain good training conditions and create opportunities for further development.

A tour of the school gave the guests a closer look at GISA, with plenty of opportunities for questions, personal conversations and ideas about the next steps in the partnership. Also visiting during his trip to Ghana was Thorsten “Kluti” Machelett, a passionate Schalke supporter known for his charitable work. Alongside their connection to Ghana, the visitors therefore brought plenty of royal-blue spirit to the school.

The atmosphere was warm and relaxed, with laughter, attentive listening and lively exchanges throughout the visit. There was a shared sense of pride in what has already been achieved – and a clear determination to do even more together for children and young people.

GISA thanks Gerald Asamoah and his delegation, the Gerald Asamoah Foundation, kinderherzen e.V. and all supporters of the “Together for Ghana” mission. This partnership shows how personal connections can create real opportunities: on the football pitch, in the classroom and far beyond.