Ghana: ASA extends educational assistance to 50 children of customers

ASA Savings and Loans, a prominent financial institution, has extended financial aid to 50 bright yet underprivileged students across 10 areas in the Greater Accra Region.

The recipients were selected from various communities including Nima, Maamobi, Accra Newtown, Kotobabi, Pig Farm, Osu, Lapaz, Abeka, Kwashieman, Awoshie, and Bubuashie.

A total of GH¢ 50,000 was distributed among the beneficiaries, with each receiving GH¢ 1,000.

Speaking at a short ceremony at Maamobi, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ASA Savings and Loans, Mr. Mohammed Aourongjeb said, ASA was committing a portion of its profit to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities, focusing on health, education, and environmental protection. “We are presenting these funds to be invested in the education of the children of our loyal and high-performing clients to express our appreciation for their patronage”, Mr Aourongjeb said.

During the ceremony at 5, 25 cheques were presented. Madam Joana Odei-Larbi, the Divisional Manager, highlighted that the company’s support aligns with United Nations SDG-Goal 4: Quality Education.

Leticia Amoo, a devoted trader and customer representing the beneficiaries, expressed gratitude for the company’s crucial role in supporting the growth of women-led businesses, including her own.

“As a single parent, ASA support has been instrumental in expanding my business, which has enabled me to cater for my children’s fees and upkeep, from the Primary School through to the university,” she said.

CSR/Sustainability Manager of ASA Savings and Loans, Richard Nartey, reiterated the fact that the company has supported various basic and 2nd cycle institutions across the country in the form of teaching and learning materials.