Excitement and hope filled the air as 172 young men and women from Perseus Mining Ghana Limited’s (PMGL) operational communities were awarded scholarships totaling GH¢278,279 under the company’s Edikan Trust Fund.
The ceremony, which drew together traditional authorities, community leaders, parents, students, and company officials, marked another milestone in PMGL’s ongoing investment in the future of its host communities.
This year’s bursary allocation not only supports the educational pursuits of beneficiaries in various tertiary institutions across Ghana, but also represents a significant increase—GH¢68,279 more than last year’s expenditure. The boost underscores Perseus Mining’s growing commitment to education as a driver of local development.
In his address, Alexander Oduro, General Manager of Perseus Mining, emphasized the transformative power of education. “Education equips individuals with the tools to improve their lives and contribute meaningfully to society,” he said. Oduro assured the gathering that PMGL would continue to empower host communities by investing in young people’s academic journeys.
Board Chairman of PMGL, Ehunabobrim Prah Agyensaim VI, echoed these sentiments, describing education as a catalyst for social transformation. “Education gives young people the opportunity and skills to dream beyond their circumstances and strengthens the pillars of society by nurturing thinkers, innovators, and responsible citizens,” he remarked. He credited this belief as the guiding principle behind the company’s unwavering support for the Edikan Scholarship Scheme over the past five years.
Nana Agyensaim, Paramount Chief of the Owirenkyi Traditional Area, highlighted the broader impact of Perseus Mining’s contributions. Since the inception of the Edikan Trust Fund, the company has invested over GH¢28 million in development projects, including scholarships, that have uplifted communities throughout the region.
Akwasi Gyima Botah, Chairman of the Edikan Trust Fund, explained that the fund was established as a development vehicle to improve the socio-economic well-being of communities within PMGL’s operational areas. Its flagship initiative, the Edikan Scholarship Scheme, provides financial assistance to deserving but needy students at the tertiary level. “Hundreds of youths have benefited over the years. Many have completed their education and are now giving back to their communities,” he noted.
For the beneficiaries, the scholarship is more than financial support; it’s a vote of confidence in their potential. Many expressed their gratitude, pledging to make the most of the opportunity and to honor the investment by striving for academic excellence.
With each scholarship awarded, Perseus Mining reinforces its vision: to position education as a cornerstone for sustainable development in Ghana’s mining communities, ensuring that the next generation is equipped to build a brighter, more prosperous future.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
