Students from communities within the Amansie West and Amansie South districts have received scholarship support through the Asanko Scholarship Programme, providing financial assistance to help them continue their tertiary education.

The initiative, which in its second year, is supporting 31 students enrolled in various tertiary institutions in the country.

Fifteen newly selected students joined the programme this year, while 16 beneficiaries from the first cohort continue to receive funding support as they continue their studies.

The scholarship package covers tuition, accommodation and other approved academic expenses, with each student receiving support of up to GH₵10,000.

The initiative forms part of Asanko Gold Ghana’s five-year Social and Economic Development Plan (SEDEP), which focuses on education and long-term community development across its host communities.

For many beneficiaries and their families, the support comes at a critical time.

One of the beneficiaries, Millicent Frimpong from Manso Fahiakobo, who is pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy degree at KNUST, said financial challenges nearly grounded her educational journey, with her family relying on loans and personal sacrifices to support her studies.

Speaking on behalf of the General Manager of the mine, Social Responsibility Manager, Dr Isaac Kwakye said the initiative seeks to remove financial barriers that prevent young people with big dreams from pursuing tertiary education.

“Through this initiative, we hope to ease the financial burden that can sometimes stand in the way of talented and hardworking young people pursuing tertiary education,” he said.

Beneficiaries are selected through a collaborative process involving District Education Directorates, traditional leaders, District Assemblies and Asanko to ensure fairness and representation across host communities.

Amansie West District Chief Executive, Prince Manu Morrison, also encouraged students to remain committed to education, noting its importance in creating opportunities and supporting long-term community development.

This year’s ceremony highlighted the programme’s continued support for students already progressing through their academic journey while opening opportunities for a new group of beneficiaries.