Marie-Ange Sènami Dolou Chekpo, a 15-year-old student from Benin, has made her country proud by winning the fourth place in the 55th International Letter-Writing Competition organized by the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The competition, which attracted 1,480,000 participants from 65 countries, aimed to promote writing skills and postal services among young people. Marie-Ange, a second-year student at the "Le Bon Berger" school in Godomey, also won the first prize at the national level.
The competition's theme was "The importance of human relationships in a digital age." Participants were asked to write a letter to a friend or acquaintance explaining the significance of human relationships in today's digital world. Marie-Ange's winning letter impressed the international jury, which also awarded her a special mention. The top three places were taken by China, Portugal, and Iran, respectively.
The Universal Postal Union (UPU) launched the International Letter-Writing Competition in 1971 to promote writing skills and postal services among young people aged 9-15. The competition aims to develop participants' writing skills, ability to express their ideas, and appreciation for letter-writing. It also seeks to raise awareness about the role of postal services in connecting people worldwide.
Marie-Ange's achievement is a significant milestone for Benin, as she is the only African student to feature in the top four. Her win has brought pride to her school, family, and the entire nation. The award ceremony, which took place in Cotonou, was attended by dignitaries and officials from the postal service.
The UPU's International Letter-Writing Competition is an annual event that celebrates the art of letter-writing and promotes postal services worldwide. This year's competition attracted a record number of participants, demonstrating the enduring appeal of letter-writing among young people.
Marie-Ange's success has inspired many young people in Benin and beyond to develop their writing skills and appreciate the value of human relationships in a digital age. Her achievement serves as a testament to the power of letter-writing in connecting people and fostering global understanding.
The Beninese government and postal service have congratulated Marie-Ange on her achievement and pledged to support her future endeavors. The country's postal service has also announced plans to promote the UPU's International Letter-Writing Competition in schools nationwide to encourage more young people to participate.
Key points
- A 15-year-old Beninese student, Marie-Ange Sènami Dolou Chekpo, won the fourth place in the 55th International Letter-Writing Competition organized by the Universal Postal Union (UPU).
- The competition attracted 1,480,000 participants from 65 countries and aimed to promote writing skills and postal services among young people.
- Marie-Ange's win has brought pride to her country, and her achievement serves as a testament to the power of letter-writing in connecting people and fostering global understanding.
