Harry Graphic Blog of Thursday, 3 April 2025
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Former MP for South Tongu Hon. Kobena Mensah Woyome Supports Hlevi M/A Basic School with GHS 1000 During Fundraising Event to Renovate Old School Building
In a remarkable display of community support, Hon. Kobena Mensah Woyome, the former Member of Parliament for South Tongu, has made a generous contribution to the Hlevi M/A Basic School in the Volta Region.
During the fundraising event organized by the school to renovate its dilapidated building, Hon. Woyome donated a sum of GHS1000 to help in the renovation efforts. His gesture comes as part of his continued commitment to the development and betterment of educational infrastructure in his constituency, South Tongu.
The Hlevi M/A Basic School, like many schools in rural areas, has been grappling with the challenge of aging and deteriorating infrastructure since its establishment in 1961. The school’s main building, which has served the community for several decades, is in urgent need of repairs to provide a safer and more conducive learning environment for students. The fundraising event aimed to rally the support of both the local community and well-wishers to address the pressing need for renovations.
Hon. Kobena Mensah Woyome’s donation was met with widespread appreciation from both the school management and the local community. Speaking at the event, his representative, Mr. Harry Ahovi emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future of the youth and pledged and highlighted the former MPs continued support for educational initiatives in the constituency. His contribution will go a long way in assisting the school in its renovation efforts, ensuring that students can learn in an environment that promotes academic excellence.
The fundraising event saw contributions from various stakeholders, with Hon. Woyome’s donation serving as a catalyst for further support. The community of Hlevi expressed immense gratitude for the former MP’s generosity, and it is hoped that more individuals and organizations will come forward to assist in the renovation project. With the support of leaders like Hon. Woyome, Hlevi M/A Basic School is set to experience a much-needed transformation, paving the way for a brighter future for its students.