We, the Ghanaian Social Club of Abu Dhabi (GHASCAD), inspired by a common determination to promote unity and cooperation, shoulder the responsibility of development and cultural identity in response to the aspirations of Ghanaians in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. As a social organization aimed at strengthening the Ghanaian community, we share occasions of joy, such as births and marriages, and stressful situations such as deaths, illnesses and accidents through visits and get-togethers.

To create social settings conducive to teaching and learning about Ghanaian culture and traditions through interactions among and between members. This includes providing social outlets and stimulating cultural educational experiences for members of GHASCAD and to be recognized as a reputable association, unparalleled in promoting and sharing rich Ghanaian culture with individuals, groups, and other organizations.

The preferred Ghanaian Social Club in the United Arab Emirates through community engagement, fostering unity and cooperation.

Greetings to the Ghanaian Community in Abu Dhabi and United Arab Emirates as a whole.It is an honor and a privilege to join you once again as a Founder of this great Community. I am grateful for the leadership of the Trustees of the now Ghascad and the passion they have exhibited to build such a vital and extraordinary resource for our community. I am thrilled to have the chance to play a part in its future. I believe that community foundations play a critical role in bringing people together to promote positive change amongst Ghanaians and promote our rich culture to the people of United Arab Emirates.

GHASCAD was formed in the latter part of 1994, at my residence in Abu Dhabi. We were quite a few friends working at Abu Dhabi Seaport Authority (Mina Zayed) in 1992.

We found ourselves as the only Ghanaians residing in the emirate of Abu Dhabi until we came across another Ghanaian during a football match, when he played as our opponent. He happened to be a student in Al Ain but chose to give up his education to pursue football as a professional career. We had interactions with him after the game and found out that there were lots of Ghanaian students in Al Ain.
As a believer in community building, I mobilized my colleagues and we paid the students a visit in Al Ain for a day. It was fun, just to say the least.
Upon our return to Abu Dhabi, we had discussions amongst ourselves and decided that anytime we had a holiday, either we will visit them in Al Ain or we will welcome them to Abu Dhabi. There were no phones during that period so our friend from the other team who plays with us in the Departmental League, was the medium of communication between Ghanaians in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi as He normally visited Al Ain every weekend.
Our major meetings were during Eid and Christmas holidays.
Fast Forward to later part of 1994, I had the chance to bring in few more Ghanaians to join my company most notably Mr. Samuel Kwaku Neequaye. The student community in Al Ain was also growing. It was during the same time we heard of a Ghanaian family in Dubai. The Ghana community was growing and I felt like bringing all of us together and creating a sense of belonging will be very good for all.
I invited everyone for a meeting and during that meeting I nominated Mr. Saeed Abdul Mumin, then a graduate from Al Ain University as the First President and put myself as the General Secretary. We extended our social gatherings to Dubai and Northern Emirates to see if we can attract Ghanaians from every corner. We had a lot of challenges as to where and when to meet.
Then we were hit by Global crisis where people lost their jobs and relocated. GHASCAD went downhill but we were able to re-organize again. This time we nominated Mr. Mohammed Ali as the President and I retained my position as the General Secretary to steer the affairs as usual. Then we had a second crush when our Mr. Mohammed Ali had relocated to the United States. GHASCAD took a nose dive again for quite a period of time until we came back together stronger to re-ignite the fire once more. This time we wanted to have a strong base and therefore we decided to put down a constitution that will help govern the community. Mr. Samuel Neequaye was nominated President unopposed, Mr. Henry Kesson became the General Secretary, I Mr. Benjamin Opoku Agyeman became the Financial Secretary this time and other Executives were Mr. Michael Amoonoo, Mr. Ebenezer Koomson (Humble), Nurudeen Salifu to mention but a few. Four years or so along the line, we had elections and Madam Maha Captan was elected as the President. Myself and Mr. Henry Kesson maintained our respective positions. Mr. Michael Amoonoo – Treasurer, Mr. Ebenezer Koomson (Humble) – Organizer, Nurudeen Salifu – Assistant Gen. Secretary. Mr. Samuel Neequaye was elevated to occupy Patron position.
In conclusion, the journey has sometimes been muddy and rough but we have always gotten to our intended destination. I would like to ask for a favor from the current governing team to continue and strive for the sole purpose of developing our Ghanaian community in the United Arab Emirates andencourage everyone to participate in order to get a vibrant community.
May the Good Lord continue to bless all members of this vibrant community.
GHASCAD, together as one.