Mate Masie

The BMC logo is based on the Ghanaian Adinkra symbol of wisdom, knowledge and prudence.

The implied meaning of the phrase “mate masie” is “I understand”. Understanding means wisdom and knowledge, but it also represents the prudence of taking into consideration what another person has said.

Principles

wisdom noun 1 the quality of being wise. 2 the ability to make sensible judgements and decisions, especially on the basis of one's knowledge and experience; prudence and common sense. 3 learning; knowledge. 4 the weight of informed opinion • the current wisdom on capital punishment. 5 old use wise sayings.

understanding noun 1 the act of understanding or the ability to understand. 2 someone's perception or interpretation of information received. 3 an informal agreement. 4 a sympathetic harmony of viewpoints. 5 a condition agreed upon • on the understanding that you stay for six months. adj sympathetic to, or keenly aware of, the feelings and opinions of others.

prudent adj 1 wise or careful in conduct. 2 shrewd or thrifty in planning ahead. 3 wary; discreet. prudence noun.