Aki-Ola Publications donates GH₵482,410 worth of books to GETFund

Aki-Ola Publications Company Limited has donated a collection of educational books valued at GH₵482,410 to the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund). The donation is a key component of the Education Financing and Partnership Initiative (EFPI), a strategic programme launched to encourage private sector organisations to contribute toward enhancing teaching and learning resources across Ghana. This move highlights the growing importance of corporate partnerships in addressing the resource needs of the national education system. The donation was officially presented by the Managing Director of Aki-Ola Publications, Mr. Peter Asiedu, and received on behalf of GETFund by its Deputy Administrator, Hon. Alhassan Sualihu Dandaawa. During the presentation, Mr. Asiedu underscored the transformative power of books in the educational journey of a student. He remarked that providing high-quality learning materials is essential for academic excellence and emphasized that the company’s contribution is aimed at fostering a robust reading culture and improving the overall quality of education in the country. The EFPI, under which this donation was made, represents a broader effort by GETFund to diversify its support base and create more opportunities for private entities to participate in educational development. By collaborating with established publishers and other corporate bodies, the fund seeks to provide schools with the necessary tools to implement the national curriculum effectively. This initiative is particularly focused on ensuring that students have access to supplementary materials that can aid in the comprehension of core subjects and stimulate intellectual curiosity. Receiving the books, Hon. Alhassan Sualihu Dandaawa commended Aki-Ola Publications for its leadership and commitment to corporate social responsibility. He noted that the donation would significantly support GETFund’s mission to provide financing for educational infrastructure and supplies. The books are slated for distribution to various educational institutions, where they are expected to serve as vital resources for both teachers and students. This partnership serves as a model for how the private sector can align its efforts with national development goals to create a more equitable and resourceful educational environment.