Two outstanding former students of Kade Senior High Technical School have received scholarship support from The Obeng Scholarship Foundation during a presentation ceremony held at the school. 

The event, attended by students, teachers, parents, and dignitaries, celebrated academic excellence and highlighted the importance of supporting talented students facing financial difficulties. 

The beneficiaries, Alexander Marfo Appiah and Kelvin Addo, were both recognised for their academic achievements and determination throughout their educational journey.

The two students also previously represented Kade Secondary Technical School in the National Science and Maths Quiz, bringing recognition to the school through their performance and commitment to academic excellence. 

Alexander Marfo Appiah is currently pursuing a degree in Biochemistry at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, while Kelvin Addo is studying Civil Engineering at University of Energy and Natural Resources. 

According to the Foundation, the scholarship package covers tuition, boarding, transportation, living allowance, and mentorship support to ensure the students receive both financial and personal development assistance throughout their studies. 

Speaking at the event, Seraphine Dogbey, Communications and Outreach Manager of The Obeng Scholarship Foundation, said many brilliant students across Ghana continue to face the risk of dropping out of school because of financial hardship rather than lack of ability. 

“Across Ghana, there are thousands of talented young people, bright, capable, and determined, who are at risk of dropping out of school not because they lack intelligence, but because they lack support,” she said. 

“At the Obeng Scholarship Foundation, we are committed to changing that. We connect students with qualified and responsible mentors, provide continuous guidance, and create an environment where they can discover, develop, and harness their God-given talents.” 

She added that intentional support and mentorship can create lasting impact beyond individual students, “because when talent is supported early, guided properly, and nurtured intentionally, it does not just succeed; it transforms lives, communities, and nations”. 

The Foundation also called on individuals, corporate organisations, institutions, and well-meaning members of the public to support its mission of expanding educational opportunities for brilliant but underprivileged students across Ghana.

According to the Foundation, increased donations and partnerships will help sustain and expand scholarship opportunities, mentorship programmes, and educational support initiatives for many more students whose dreams are limited by financial barriers. Donations can be made via obengfoundation.org/donate/ 

Aspiring member of parliament, Patrick Asomaning Darkwa (Don Pope) who introduced the students to the Obeng Foundation urged them to make the most of the opportunity they had been offered. According to him, by doing so, they would pave the way for others who would come after them to receive such support. 

“I believe in you that one day, you will come back to Kade Senior High Technical School to give back to your community and the school. 

Recipients, I am proud of you. You have made Kade proud and we will be by your side every step of the way,” he noted. 

Patrick noted that the founder of the foundation, Samuel Obeng was once a scholarship recipient during his tertiary education as he was from a disadvantaged background. 

He stated that, “Where he is coming from did not stop him from where he was going to. I am saying this to encourage you..” 

About Obeng Scholarship Foundation 

The Obeng Scholarship Foundation is a non-profit organisation focused on supporting talented students facing financial barriers through scholarships, mentorship, and educational support initiatives aimed at helping students achieve academic and personal success. 

The foundation collaborates with schools and community leaders to identify students who meet its criteria. 

Interested students should apply at: https://obengfoundation.org/apply/