Yendi: Telecommunication service operator MTN Ghana, as part of its annual 21 Days of Y'ello Care programme, has donated school uniforms to pupils of Katinguli R/C and Baale L/A Primary Schools in the Yendi Municipality of the Northern Region. The initiative seeks to address pressing needs in underserved communities, reflecting MTN's commitment to social responsibility beyond their core telecommunications services.
According to Ghana News Agency, the 21 Days of Y'ello Care is an annual event held from June 1 to 21 across MTN's operational regions in Africa and the Middle East. During this period, employees volunteer their time and resources to support various community needs. This year, the donation of school uniforms to the pupils of Katinguli R/C and Baale L/A Primary Schools was a significant gesture, particularly for those who previously did not own school uniforms.
The theme for the 2025 edition, 'Connecting at the Root: Connecting Communities Through the Use of Digital Tools,' underscores that true connection extends beyond technology. MTN Ghana's initiative not only provided essential educational supplies but also aimed to foster inclusion and empowerment for every Ghanaian child, irrespective of their location or background.
Mr. Mohammed Bawa Ziblim, Headteacher of Katinguli R/C Primary School, expressed deep gratitude for the donation and highlighted the urgent need for improved infrastructure. He appealed to MTN Ghana for a six-unit classroom block, as pupils currently study under trees due to insufficient facilities. Similarly, Mr. Dauda Shani, Headteacher of Baale L/A Primary School, thanked MTN while requesting a new classroom to replace their existing makeshift structure.
Mr. Uboi Baabe, speaking on behalf of both communities, also conveyed appreciation for MTN's support and echoed the call for enhanced educational infrastructure to further uplift the quality of education in the area.
