The Golden Height Foundation (GHF), a non-governmental organisation, has donated learning materials to pupils in two communities in the Central Region as part of efforts to promote quality education and bridge resource gaps in underserved schools.

A total of 135 backpacks containing pens, pencils, erasers and sharpeners were distributed to pupils of Effutu Kokoado Basic School, and English/Arabic Basic School at Dehia. Thirty-five pupils from Kokoado and 100 from Dehia benefited from the support.

The event brought together education officials, headteachers, teachers, pupils, and community members, and highlighted the importance of equitable access to basic learning materials.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Director of GHF, Dr. Mrs. Mavis Opoku Boadu, said the exercise was aimed at supporting pupils who lack essential school supplies. She noted that the intervention forms part of the Foundation’s Golden Reach 2026 initiative, which seeks to invest in the long-term development of children in disadvantaged communities.

Pupils with of English/Arabic Basic School, Dehia display their backpacks. With them are parents and executives of Golden Height Foundation

She encouraged the pupils to take their studies seriously and make good use of the items, stressing that their background should not limit their aspirations.

The Director of Golden Height Foundation called on institutions and individuals to support its programmes to expand access to education in deprived communities.

Beneficiary pupils of Kokoado Basic School wear their backpacks

The Head of Statistics and School Improvement at the Cape Coast Metro Education Office, Mr. Samuel Akwaah, expressed appreciation to the Foundation, describing the donation as timely. He said the support would improve pupils’ participation in class and contribute to better academic performance.

The Headteacher of Kokoado Basic School, Mr. Messiah Ampah, also thanked the Foundation, noting that the items would ease the burden on parents and motivate pupils to focus on their studies.
The Headteacher of English/Arabic Basic School, Mr. Yusif Yakubu, described the gesture as impactful, adding that such support could help improve attendance and learning outcomes.