MTN Awards Scholarships To 200 Students

The MTN Ghana Foundation has awarded scholarships to 200 deserving and talented students, including 20 individuals with disabilities, in a record-breaking initiative that marks a significant increase from the 120 scholarships granted in the previous year. The MTN Bright Scholarship programme, launched in 2018, aims to alleviate the financial burdens faced by students in public tertiary institutions across all 16 regions of Ghana. The scholarships cover tuition fees, accommodation, a stipend, and the provision of laptops to facilitate their studies. Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, Stephen Blewett, expressed his enthusiasm for the progress of past scholarship recipients, many of whom have now secured senior positions within the company. He emphasized the foundation s commitment to education as a strategic approach to reducing poverty and fostering national development, citing research that indicates each additional year of schooling can increase an individual s income by 10%. Stephen Blewett also highlighted the financial challenges faced by students, with a 2019 study estimating that 20% to 30% of tertiary students in Ghana either dropped out or deferred their studies due to financial constraints. In response, the MTN Foundation has taken a significant step by awarding scholarships to 200 students, reinforcing MTN’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Senior Manager of the MTN Ghana Foundation, Robert Kuzoe, welcomed attendees and celebrated the achievements of the scholarship recipients. He reaffirmed the Foundation s mission to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves, focusing on education, health, and economic empowerment. The MTN Bright Scholarship is a flagship initiative under the Foundation s educational portfolio aimed at providing financial assistance to exceptional students from public tertiary institutions across Ghana. In conclusion, the MTN Ghana Foundation s scholarship initiative has made a significant impact on the lives of deserving students, empowering them to pursue their academic dreams without financial constraints. The Foundation s commit

Source: ghanamma.com
Published on 2024-09-27

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