Leslie Nkansah Osei-Bonsu Nominated as the Next Mamponghene
The Queen of the Asante Mampong State, Nana Agyakomaa Difie II, has nominated 51-year-old Leslie Nkansah Osei-Bonsu as the next Mamponghene, following the passing of Daasebre Osei Bonsu II in April this year.
A traditional rite was performed on Monday at the Mampong chief’s palace to formalize the nomination, pending the approval of the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.
The ceremony, steeped in Asante tradition, signifies the endorsement of the Mampong Silver Stool’s chosen candidate and marks the beginning of the formal transition process.
Born on March 14, 1974, Mr Osei-Bonsu combines a strong traditional heritage with extensive professional experience in technology and geospatial sciences. He had his early education at the City of Kumasi School before proceeding to Prempeh College, later earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Geometric Engineering from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
He further pursued postgraduate studies in Geo-Information and Earth Observation at the University of Twente in the Netherlands and obtained a second Master’s degree in Computational Science and Engineering from the University of Munich, Germany.
With over two decades of experience as a senior software and geospatial systems strategist, Mr Osei-Bonsu currently serves as the Product and Service Group Manager at GAF AG in Germany, where he oversees digital engineering and geospatial solutions projects.
His nomination comes at a pivotal time for the Asante Mampong Traditional Area, following the death of Daasebre Osei Bonsu II — one of Asanteman’s most revered traditional leaders — who passed away in April 2025 at the age of 86.
Earlier this year, the Mampong Traditional Council and the Bretuo Dynasty formally notified the Asantehene of the late chief’s passing at the Manhyia Palace, in line with Asante customary practice.
The late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II was widely celebrated for his wisdom, humility, and commitment to the development of Mampong and Asanteman, marking the end of a distinguished era in traditional leadership.
