Kofi Ahovi

  The MTN Ghana Foundation has reminded prospective applicants that submissions for its 2026 Bright Scholarship programme will close on May 31, 2026. In a statement issued in Accra on Friday, the Foundation urged eligible students to complete and submit their applications through the scholarship portal before the deadline. The scholarship programme is open to continuing students pursuing first degrees at public tertiary institutions, as well as students enrolled in vocational and technical skills training programmes. Teachers pursuing first degrees and postgraduate STEM-related programmes have also been encouraged to apply. Applicants are required to be Ghanaian, demonstrate good conduct and maintain strong academic performance. The MTN Bright Scholarship package covers tuition, accommodation, stipends for books and learning materials, as well as a device for each beneficiary. Commenting on the initiative, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana, Adwoa ...

  MTN Ghana Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to education as a powerful driver of social transformation, as beneficiaries of its flagship Bright Scholarship emerged as top award winners and valedictorians at the end of their tertiary education. The outstanding achievements of the scholars underscore the impact of MTN Ghana Foundation’s deliberate investment in academically gifted but financially constrained students, an intervention designed not only to fund education, but to unlock opportunity, restore confidence and break cycles of disadvantage. Eight Bright Scholarship beneficiaries who distinguished themselves across various tertiary institutions were celebrated by the Foundation for their academic excellence, resilience, and determination, reflecting the Foundation’s belief that when potential is supported with purpose, excellence follows. The event gave the valedictorians a platform to recount the personal journeys that carried them from humble beginnings to the pinna...

  T he MTN Ghana Foundation has officially opened applications for its Bright Scholarship for the 2026/2027 academic year. The Bright Scholarship aims to ease the financial burden on students by covering the cost of tuition, accommodation and essential learning resources, helping to eliminate barriers to academic achievement and fostering the emergence of future leaders and innovators. The programme is open to Ghanaian continuing students pursuing undergraduate degrees, as well as vocational and technical skills training at any public tertiary institution across the country. Interested applicants are required to submit their applications online via scholarship.mtn.com.gh by May 31, 2026 . To qualify for consideration, applicants must be Ghanaian citizens who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and uphold exemplary conduct.  Additionally, candidates must not be subject to any disciplinary action. The entire application process is completely free; no fees are req...

 The MTN Ghana Foundation has committed GHS1.2 million to support smallholder women farmers and unemployed youth through a modern farming initiative aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and skills development. As part of activities to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day under the theme “Give to Gain,” the Foundation pledged to establish a model farm at Pantang Hospital in the La Nkwantanang Municipality. The project is designed to equip an initial group of 60 smallholder women farmers with advanced agricultural techniques to improve both yield and efficiency. The model farm initiative is being implemented in collaboration with the La Nkwantanang Municipal Agriculture Department and Defarmercist. Together, these partners provide specialized expertise in agronomic support and capacity building to empower women farmers across the municipality. The initiative also forms part of the Foundation’s broader efforts to celebrate and support women in agriculture, recognizin...

The MTN Ghana Foundation has held a sod-cutting ceremony to begin the construction of a modern farm aimed at supporting women smallholder farmers in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality . The ceremony, held at the premises of Pantang Hospital in Accra , forms part of activities marking this year’s International Women's Day . The initiative seeks to empower women in agriculture by providing access to modern farming technologies, training and resources to improve productivity and livelihoods. Speaking at the ceremony, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana , Adwoa Wiafe , said the project reflects the Foundation’s commitment to sustainable development and women’s economic empowerment. “This project forms part of our commitment to support sustainable development and create economic opportunities for women, particularly those engaged in agriculture,” she said. According to her, the farm will serve as a centre for innovation and capacity building...

 The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has applauded the MTN Ghana Foundation for delivering a transformational expansion of the Accident and Emergency Block at Ho Teaching Hospital. Speaking at the handover ceremony on March 5, 2026, he hailed the GHS 15.4 million investment as a landmark achievement that significantly advances healthcare delivery in the region. He noted that strengthening critical healthcare services is essential to the region’s development, describing the Foundation’s intervention as a remarkable philanthropic effort that aligns with the government’s vision to deliver quality healthcare to all Ghanaians. At the ceremony, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer of MTN Ghana, Adwoa Wiafe, reaffirmed MTN Ghana Foundation’s commitment to championing accessible healthcare for all. “Health is essential. It is everyone’s right, not just a privilege or a gift. We must all share in this responsibility,” she emphasized. She added that the newly exp...

  MTN’s Save a Life Initiative came to life at the handover of the expanded Accident and Emergency (A&E) Block at Ho Teaching Hospital, a project that reflects the hospital’s powerful tagline: “ Save a Life, Save a Nation.” The upgraded A&E facility features 35 beds, state-of-the-art medical equipment and an elevator, significantly improving the hospital’s capacity to deliver fast and efficient emergency care. In his welcome address, the CEO of the hospital described the A&E unit as “the door to the hospital.” He expressed deep gratitude to MTN Foundation for not only opening that door but keeping it wide open for patients who need urgent care. In her remarks, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer (CCSSO), Adwoa Wiafe noted that the true value of the facility will only be realized if patients receive quality care. She encouraged staff to ensure that everyone who comes through the A&E doors receives timely, compassionate, and professional service. T...

 The MTN Ghana Foundation will officially hand over the completed, expanded Accident & Emergency (A&E) Block at Ho Teaching Hospital. The official handover ceremony will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, bringing together key stakeholders, traditional authorities, community leaders, health professionals and representatives of the MTN Ghana Foundation to celebrate this important project. The newly constructed A&E Block, initiated in June 2024, features modern equipment aimed at enhancing emergency medical care, improving accessibility, ensuring convenience for patients, staff, visitors and patient outcomes in the Volta Region. The MTN Ghana Foundation continues to demonstrate its unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare delivery in Ghana. As the Foundation prepares for the upcoming handover ceremony, it reaffirms its commitment to supporting impactful initiatives that enable communities to access quality medical services and drive meaningful progress in the reg...

 MTN Ghana Foundation, in partnership with Cal Bank, will lead the 2026 “Save A Life” Blood Donation Drive with an ambitious target to collect 7,000 units of blood in a single day to support the National Blood Service and regional hospital blood banks across the country. The nationwide event is scheduled for Friday, 13th February 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with donation centres activated across all 16 regions of Ghana. Major collection points will be set up at the MTN Ghana Head Office, MobileMoney Ltd office at the Stanchart Building and Cal Bank Head Office at Ridge, Accra, alongside 44 designated centres nationwide to ensure maximum public participation. Speaking ahead of the exercise, Samuel Bartels, Acting Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Ghana, underscored the urgency and impact of the initiative: “Ghana still faces a significant blood shortage and every unit donated becomes a lifeline for someone’s parent, child, friend, or colleague. This campa...

 The MTN Ghana Foundation has awarded 500 Bright Scholarships to brilliant but needy students and teachers across the country for the 2025/2026 academic year. The awardees consist of 300 students pursuing science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), and vocational training, as well as 200 teachers upgrading their skills at public universities. The scholarship package covers tuition, accommodation, stipends, and laptops, aiming to support students from diverse backgrounds, including those with special needs. Speaking at the presentation ceremony in Accra, MTN Ghana CEO Stephen Blewett emphasized that the scholarship is not just about financial support but about "investing in dreams, unlocking potential, and securing the future of Ghana". Blewett highlighted the programme's focus on science and technology, aligning with MTN's business interests, and emphasized the importance of regional coverage to ensure equal opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds....

 The MTN Ghana Foundation has been awarded the top spot as the No. 1 Corporate Institution in Ghana for donating 6,620 units of blood during its annual "Save a Life" campaign. This achievement was recognized during the World Blood Donor Day celebrations by the National Blood Bank Service. The "Save a Life" Campaign Launched in 2011, the campaign aims to address Ghana's critical blood shortages by mobilizing voluntary blood donations. To date, the initiative has collected over 35,620 units of blood, significantly contributing to the National Blood Service's efforts. The campaign's success is attributed to the collaboration between MTN Ghana Foundation, its employees, partners, and the general public. Impact on Ghana's Healthcare Ghana faces significant challenges in meeting its blood transfusion needs, with a blood collection index of 5.8 per 1,000 population, far below the World Health Organization's recommended minimum of 10 units per 1,000 peop...

 Mothers who gave birth during the festive season expressed surprise and gratitude as the MTN Ghana Foundation distributed 600 hampers to mothers in 30 hospitals across the 16 regions of Ghana. The hampers, containing essential items such as newborn clothing, detergents, toys, blankets, and personal care products, were presented to mothers at the various hospitals, including Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in the Greater Accra Region, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in the Ashanti Region, the Tamale Teaching Hospital in the Northern Region, Wiawso Government Hospital in the Western North Region, and the Dambai Hospital in the Oti Region.   Samuel Bartels, Senior Manager Regulatory and Government Affairs leads the team to present hampers at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital The recipients expressed their gratitude to the MTN Ghana Foundation for the kind gesture. One of them, Madam Sylvia Essuman said the hamper will help ease the financial burden of the mothers. Another beneficiary, Ma...

 The MTN Ghana Foundation brought joy to over 1000 basic school children in three regions through Christmas parties held during the festive season.   Pupils of Adzintem DA Basic School take turns to receive their refreshment during MTN Ghana Foundation Christmas Party The events which took place at the Aburi Methodist School in the Eastern Region, Adzintem D/A Basic School in the Central Region, and Gethsemane Chorkor Basic School in the Greater Accra Region featured an exciting lineup of activities, including musical chairs, dancing competitions, and poem recitals followed by a sumptuous feast of quality meals and refreshments. The excitement reached its peak as winners of the various activities were awarded prizes, while all participants, including tutors, received souvenirs.   Joyous Celebration at Aburi Methodist School during MTN Ghana Foundation Christmas Party The events highlighted the MTN Foundation's dedication to supporting education and community initiatives a...

 MTN Ghana Foundation, in collaboration with the Martha Inspires Foundation, marked this year’s International Day of the Girl Child with an event that aimed at empowering young girls to envision and build a brighter future. The event, which was held in the Northern regional capital, Tamale, brought together young girls from the community to explore themes of leadership, creativity, and online safety.   A cross section of students at the event in Accra Georgina Asare Fiagbenu, Senior Manager for Corporate Communications at MTN Ghana, led a session where she engaged the young girls in discussions about their goals and aspirations. She encouraged the young girls to dream big in their aspirations saying “You have the power to become anything you aspire to in life. When you dream big and commit wholeheartedly to your goals, nothing and no one can stand in your way.” The event also touched on safe online practices in an increasingly digital environment. Georgina Asare Fiagbenu took ...

  MTN Ghana Foundation has launched the Enterprise Support Program geared towards boosting youth entrepreneurship and driving innovation across the country. The initiative, which is in partnership with Innohub Foundation, is part of MTN’s legacy projects aimed at accelerating socio-economic growth through economic empowerment initiatives. Through this partnership, MTN Enterprise Support Program will support  500 small businesses  operated by youth, students, women and persons with disabilities aged between 25 and 35 years old, over a five-year period with training, business development support, technical assistance and seed funding. A statement from MTN Ghana Foundation said “ Each year, 100 SMEs will be supported . Selected businesses will go through incubation and training on practical business and ideas for implementation.” The Enterprise Support initiative will target businesses across the 16 regions of Ghana within the five-year period. However, the first year of the...

 MTN Ghana Foundation has officially opened entries for the 2023 Bright Scholarship program. The Foundation is receiving entries from  1st February 2023 to 31st May 2023. The Bright Scholarship will award 100 scholarships to students in public tertiary institutions across the country for the 2023/2024 academic year. Beneficiaries will be selected from all 16 regions of Ghana with special consideration given to students from the six newly created regions (North East, Savannah, Ahafo, Bono East, Western North and Oti). Applicants who meet all the criteria may apply through the web portal scholarship.mtn.com.gh. This year’s application process will only be online. No hardcopy applications will be accepted. The scholarship award is free and no payment must be made for processing, submission or final selection. Commenting on the 2023 edition of the MTN Bright Scholarship, the Executive Secretary of the MTN Ghana Foundation, Robert Kuzoe said following the award of 300 scholarships ...