29/10/2026
A Night of Fellowship, Vision, and Melodies: District Governor Clément Ah-Line Visits the Rotary Club of Saint-Pierre
On Monday, October 26th, the Rotary Club of Saint-Pierre had the distinct honour of welcoming District Governor Clement Ah-Line and his spouse, Lady Catherine Ah-Line, for their official visit at the House of Canton Restaurant in Ebene.
The evening commenced with a focused, restricted board meeting. Club leaders and DG Clement engaged in an in-depth discussion regarding the club’s ongoing affairs, strategic vision, core mission, and key objectives and targets for the Rotary year. Following this productive session, all club members gathered for a general assembly accompanied by a warm, convivial dinner.
Service and Recognition
A highlight of the evening was the club's renewed dedication to global humanitarian efforts. Members collectively reaffirmed their commitment to the End Polio programme. In a remarkable gesture of personal dedication, Past Assistant District Governor (PADG) and Executive Secretary Vidyanand Raghooban joined the PolioPlus Society, pledging an annual contribution to The Rotary Foundation until polio is eradicated.
The spirit of generosity and service was further celebrated as DG Clement officially pinned member Joana Ravina as a Paul Harris Fellow (PHF), recognizing her steadfast dedication to the ideals of Rotary.
Thirty Years of Rotary and a Musical Trip Down Memory Lane
Addressing the assembly, DG Clement reflected on his inspiring 30-year journey within Rotary. During his address, he shared a personal fondness for Fleetwood Mac’s classic anthem, "Don't Stop," drawing a moving parallel between the song's forward-looking, optimistic lyrics and Rotary’s enduring mission of creating lasting, positive change. Later in the evening, the club surprised the District Governor by playing the track, taking him on a nostalgic trip down memory lane and filling the room with energy and camaraderie.
A Triple Birthday Celebration
The memorable evening concluded on a joyful high note with a special triple birthday celebration. The club came together to honour three cherished members of the Rotary family who all share the exact same birthday on October 27th:
🥳President Jacques Daniel Sungaren
🥳Executive Secretary & PADG Vidyanand Raghooban
🥳Lady Chitra Beekoo-Koonja
Between strategic alignment, meaningful foundation commitments, and heartfelt fellowship, DG Clement and Lady Catherine’s visit will undoubtedly remain a cornerstone moment of the year for the Rotary Club of Saint-Pierre.