About Swami Ghananand Foundation
The Swami Ghananand Foundation was established in 2016 in honour of His Holiness Swami Ghananand Saraswati, the first Black African Hindu monk of the Holy Order of Sannyasi, following his attainment of Mahasamadhi on January 18, 2016.
As a spiritual teacher, philosopher, and visionary leader, Swami Ghananand played a pioneering role in establishing and contextualising the Hindu Dharma in Ghana and across Africa.
The Foundation serves as the living legacy of his spiritual mission, dedicated to preserving and promoting the universal values of love, devotion, inclusivity, and the practical application of dharma.
Rooted in his teachings, the Foundation fosters intercultural harmony, spiritual education, and community well-being.
Mission
To preserve, promote, and propagate the teachings, values, and spiritual vision of Swami Ghananand Saraswati through education, interfaith dialogue, holistic health, and social transformation, with a special focus on fostering understanding of the Hindu Dharma in Africa.
Motto
Carrying the Light Forward
Swami Ghananand Foundation
Objectives / Key Program Activities
1. Swami Ghananand Memorial Lectures
A public lecture series to honour the legacy and thought leadership of Swami Ghananand, promoting dialogue on spiritual values, social ethics, and religious harmony.
2. Dharma Education and Youth Empowerment
Organising structured classes, seminars, and study circles on the fundamentals of Hindu philosophy and ethics, with a particular focus on youth development and leadership training.
3. Health and Wellbeing Initiatives
Promotion of holistic living through yoga camps, meditation workshops, and traditional wellness programs, encouraging physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
4. Interfaith and Cultural Dialogue
Building platforms for mutual understanding between diverse religious and cultural traditions, fostering peace and cooperation across communities.
5. Community Service and Humanitarian Outreach
Initiating service projects that reflect the spirit of seva (selfless service), including educational scholarships, feeding programs, and disaster relief support.