Kumawu: Mr Ernest Yaw Anim, Member of Parliament (MP) for Kumawu, has generously donated items and a cash amount totaling GHS150,000 to support 400 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates from his constituency as they enter senior high schools this year. The donation, which includes chop boxes, trunks, and exercise books, is part of the MP's ongoing educational support initiative aimed at alleviating the financial burden on parents and encouraging students to pursue higher education.
According to Ghana News Agency, the event took place in Kumawu, the district capital, and was attended by education authorities, assembly members, parents, teachers, and students. Attendees praised Mr Anim for his commitment to the welfare of his constituents and his dedication to educational support. Mr Anim stated that his motivation for the initiative stems from his belief that education is the most powerful investment for community transformation.
Mr Anim emphasized that his goal is to ensure that no child in Kumawu is left behind due to financial constraints. He highlighted that the initiative is part of his broader vision to empower the youth through education. "It is my fervent prayer that all BECE candidates in the Kumawu Constituency will continue their education to Senior High and Tertiary levels. I am committed to supporting this vision to make sure it becomes a reality," he stated.
Mr Anim noted that this is the third consecutive year he has embarked on such an initiative to support BECE candidates across the constituency. He stressed that education remains a top priority on his development agenda, as it lays the foundation for producing future leaders, professionals, and innovators who can drive Kumawu's growth. Initially, school authorities presented a list of 225 candidates in need, but further assessments revealed many more students required assistance.
The MP personally identified over 100 students from poor backgrounds whose parents could not provide the necessary materials for their children's secondary education. To ensure inclusiveness, he extended the gesture to 50 additional candidates, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 400. "Apart from the chop boxes, trunks, and exercise books, we added some cash so that parents can purchase other prospectus items required for their wards. This is to ease the pressure on families as their children prepare to enter Senior High School," Mr Anim explained.
He urged the beneficiaries to study hard and remain disciplined as they transition to the next level of their education. He emphasized that the best way to show appreciation for the support was to excel academically and contribute meaningfully to Kumawu's future. "My vision is to see more engineers, doctors, nurses, teachers, and professors emerging from Kumawu. We can only progress as a constituency when we equip our young people with the knowledge and skills to lead development," he added.
Parents and beneficiaries expressed heartfelt appreciation to the MP for his timely and thoughtful intervention. Many described the donation as a significant relief, noting that the cost of preparing their children for SHS has been a major challenge. "Hon. Anim has truly shown leadership. At a time when things are financially tough, this support has come as a blessing. May God continue to bless him for remembering the needs of ordinary families," a grateful parent stated.
Some of the beneficiaries thanked the MP, promising to make him and the constituency proud through their academic performance. "We are so thankful for this help. It means a lot to us, and we will make sure to learn hard and achieve our dreams," one of the beneficiaries said cheerfully.
