About Rotary

 Olayinka Hakeem Babalola, from the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, serves as the Rotary International President for the 2026–27 term. [1]His term officially begins on July 1, 2026, succeeding Francesco Arezzo. [1, 2]Key Facts About the 2026–27 Presidency:

• Presidential Message: The official presidential message for his term is "Create Lasting Impact," which focuses on unleashing change within members and undertaking collective actions that bring sustainable, meaningful differences to communities globally. [1, 2]
• Historic Milestone: Babalola is only the second African to serve as Rotary International President, following Jonathan B. Majiyagbe in 2003–04. [1]
• Professional Background: Babalola spent 25 years in the oil and gas industry in senior positions at Shell PLC and is the founder of Riviera Technical Services Ltd. and Lead and Change Consulting

 Paul Percy Harris (1868–1947) was an American attorney best known for founding Rotary International, the world's first service club organization. [1, 2, 3, 4]Key Facts

• The Founder: He established the first Rotary Club in Chicago on February 23, 1905, to recreate the friendly camaraderie of his small-town upbringing for big-city professionals. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• The Legacy: What began as a simple fellowship network evolved under his leadership into a massive global humanitarian organization.
• The Impact: Today, his vision connects over 1.4 million members worldwide who dedicate themselves to community service, peace, and eradicating diseases like polio. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Rtn. MPHF Sathish Bolar, the proud son of Smt. Sarojini and Shri Vishwanath Suvarna, is a distinguished Rotarian known for his humility, visionary leadership, and unwavering commitment to service. A dedicated member of the Rotary Club of Mangalore South, he has been elected as the District Governor Elect of Rotary International District 3181 for the Rotary year 2026–27. This well-deserved recognition is a matter of pride not only for his home club but also for the entire Rotary fraternity that has witnessed his sincerity, dedication, and exemplary leadership over the years.

With over sixteen years of committed service in Rotary, Rtn. Sathish Bolar has built a remarkable legacy founded on the principles of integrity, fairness, fellowship, and compassion. His Rotary journey reflects a steady progression through various leadership roles, each undertaken with enthusiasm and purpose.