Investing in Education: Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe’s Commitment to Amenfi Central

In a remarkable display of leadership and compassion, Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe, the Parliamentary Candidate for Amenfi Central, has taken a significant step to improve education in her constituency. Understanding the challenges faced by rural schools, she has proactively paid four months’ salaries in advance for 20 community teachers across five local communities. This initiative, spanning from October 2024 to January 2025, highlights her unwavering dedication to fostering learning in areas where educational resources are scarce.

The schools benefiting from Cudjoe’s initiative reflect a diverse range of communities, each with its own unique needs. For instance, the Bredi D/A Basic School in the Agona Camp electoral area, home to 206 pupils, receives a monthly investment of GH₵2,700 . Meanwhile, the Dwete D/A Basic School in the Sumpre electoral area, catering to 146 pupils with three teachers, is supported with GH₵2,400 each month.

Anomatewa D/A Primary School, situated in the Kyeikrom electoral area, serves 107 students with a monthly allocation of GH₵2,140 . The Atonsu Community School in the Manso Amenfi electoral area, providing education for 157 pupils, receives a substantial GH₵5,000 per month for its five teachers. Lastly, the House of Joy Preparatory School in Manukrom, located in the Kwamang electoral area, supports 147 students with six community teachers, costing GH₵3,000 each month.

In total, Cudjoe’s investment amounts to GH₵15,240 each month, culminating in an impressive GH₵60,960for the four-month salary advance. Her vision extends beyond this immediate support; she has pledged to fund the salaries of these community teachers annually, which will amount to GH₵182,880 . This commitment ensures that teachers are retained, classrooms are filled, and students receive the education they deserve.

Cudjoe’s initiative is not merely about numbers; it embodies a profound understanding of the struggles faced by families in Amenfi Central. By alleviating the financial burden of school levies on parents, she aims to create an environment where education can flourish. Her foresight in addressing the teacher shortages in rural communities reflects a deep-rooted belief that every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of their circumstances.

Starting February 2025, the remaining salaries will be disbursed quarterly, ensuring sustained support for these vital educational roles. Hon. Joana Gyan Cudjoe’s commitment to enhancing the educational landscape of Amenfi Central serves as a beacon of hope for many families and a testament to her leadership. Through her efforts, she is not only investing in teachers but also in the future of her community, empowering the next generation to rise above challenges and thrive.