The Ghana Chamber of Mines has made a significant donation to two special schools in the Eastern Region as part of its corporate social investment programme. On September 25, 2026, the Chamber presented 61 bags of 25kg rice to the Akropong School for the Blind and the Demonstration School for the Deaf at Mampong. The Akropong School for the Blind received 31 bags, while the Demonstration School for the Deaf at Mampong received 30 bags. This donation aims to support the schools in meeting some of their basic needs and improving the welfare of their students.
Speaking during the presentation, Christopher Opoku Nyarko, Director of Analysis, Research, and Finance at the Ghana Chamber of Mines, emphasized the organization's commitment to supporting institutions that serve vulnerable groups. He noted that the Chamber has been supporting the schools since last year and is pleased to continue this relationship. Nyarko assured the schools that the Chamber would make further visits and provide support where possible. He also urged the students to take their education seriously and develop themselves into responsible members of society.
The donation builds on earlier assistance provided by the Chamber to the Akropong School for the Blind. Last year, the organization supported the school with funding towards the painting of some of its facilities, including the assembly hall. The Headmistress of the school, Veronica Dery, expressed appreciation for the continued partnership, which she said had made a positive difference. She hoped that the partnership would continue, stating that the school's assembly hall is now beautiful thanks to the Chamber's previous support.
The Assistant Headmistress for the Mampong Demonstration School for the Deaf, Mabel Ofosu, also thanked the Chamber for the donation, acknowledging that it came at an important time, particularly as the new academic term had just begun. She appealed to the Chamber and other organizations to maintain their support for the school, which has a student population of about 530 and is facing infrastructure challenges. The school currently uses its dining hall as an assembly hall because it does not have a dedicated facility for assemblies.
Ofosu expressed hope that the partnership would lead to further assistance for the school, particularly in addressing its infrastructure needs. The Demonstration School has significant infrastructure needs, including the construction of a proper, disability-friendly assembly hall. The current dining hall is not disability-friendly and does not adequately meet the needs of the students. The school is seeking support to address this and other infrastructure challenges.
Nyarko also encouraged other corporate organizations to include institutions such as the two schools in their community support programmes. He emphasized the importance of supporting vulnerable groups and promoting responsible business practices. The Chamber's donation is part of its efforts to give back to the community and promote sustainable development.
The Ghana Chamber of Mines' donation to the Akropong School for the Blind and the Demonstration School for the Deaf at Mampong demonstrates its commitment to corporate social responsibility and support for vulnerable groups. The donation will help improve the welfare of students at both schools and support their educational development. Key points include:
Key points
- The Ghana Chamber of Mines donated 61 bags of 25kg rice to two special schools in the Eastern Region.
- The donation aims to support the schools in meeting some of their basic needs and improving the welfare of their students.
- The Chamber's support for the schools is part of its corporate social investment programme and commitment to responsible business practices.
