Parents and Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the Kumawu Constituency have showered immense praise and gratitude on the Member of Parliament, Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim, for his generous donation of educational materials and financial support to ease their transition into Senior High School (SHS).
The benevolent lawmaker, who has consistently championed educational development in his constituency, donated chop boxes, trunks, exercise books, certificates, and additional cash packages valued at over GH¢150,000 to 400 BECE candidates within the Kumawu District. The gesture, which has become an annual tradition, aims to reduce the financial burden on parents and motivate students to pursue higher education.
At a colourful ceremony held at Kumawu, the district capital, parents, teachers, and community members gathered in large numbers to express their heartfelt appreciation. The atmosphere was filled with joy and excitement as beneficiaries received their items with smiles and applause, describing the support as a timely intervention that has brought great relief to many families.
Speaking at the event, Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim reaffirmed his deep commitment to improving access to education for every child in Kumawu. He emphasized that supporting BECE candidates forms part of his broader vision to nurture the next generation of professionals who will contribute meaningfully to the development of the constituency. “It is my fervent prayer that all our BECE candidates will further their education to the Senior High and Tertiary levels. I will continue to support this vision to make sure that no child in Kumawu is left behind due to financial challenges,” he stated.
Hon. Anim explained that this marks the third consecutive year he has organized this initiative, underscoring his unwavering belief that education is the most powerful tool for community transformation. He noted that apart from the distributed items, each student received an amount of cash to help parents purchase additional prospectus items required for SHS admission. “This support is to ease the burden on parents and guardians, especially as their wards prepare to enter SHS. It is also to encourage other students to work hard, knowing that their efforts will be recognized and rewarded,” he added.
The MP disclosed that while school authorities initially presented a list of 225 BECE candidates, he personally identified over 100 more students from deprived families who were in dire need of support. Additionally, he provided prospectus assistance to 50 more candidates, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 400.
Parents could not hide their joy as they took turns to thank the MP for his thoughtful and life-changing gesture. They described the donation as a blessing that has come at the right time, especially in an era when many families are struggling with the cost of SHS enrollment. “We are so grateful to Hon. Anim. This support has lifted a heavy burden off our shoulders. Many of us were wondering how we would buy these items for our children, and now, thanks to him, our worries are over,” a parent said emotionally.
Some of the BECE candidates also expressed their heartfelt appreciation, promising to study hard to make the MP and the entire Kumawu constituency proud. “We thank Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim for this help. We promise to learn hard and become great people who will also support others one day,” a beneficiary student said with excitement.
Hon. Anim, in his closing remarks, reiterated that his vision for Kumawu is to build a community of educated and skilled youth who will use their knowledge to transform the area’s economy and social development. He urged the beneficiaries to stay focused and disciplined as they progress to higher levels of education. “Education remains one of my topmost priorities because it holds the key to breaking the cycle of poverty and unlocking opportunities for our youth. The future of Kumawu depends on how well we prepare our children today,” he concluded.
The program ended with songs of appreciation, cheers, and prayers from the beneficiaries and their families, as hundreds of students carried home their newly received chop boxes, trunks, and other learning materials — symbols of hope and opportunity for a brighter future in Kumawu.
