Consolidated Bank Ghana Ltd (CBG) has donated 30 desktop computers to three junior high schools at Agona in the Afigya Sekyere South District in the Ashanti Region to equip the students with essential information and technology (IT) skills to bridge the digital gap.

The beneficiary schools , the Agona SDA JHS, Bedomase D/A Basic School and Bipoa JHS, received 10 computers each, besides the refurbishment of their Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratories, which covered electricals, painting , tiling works, among other things, to provide a conducive learning environment for the development of fundamental digital skills.

The initiative forms part of the bank's commitment to community development through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. 

Handing over

Speaking at the handing over ceremony, the Managing Director of CBG, Daniel Addo, reiterated the bank’s dedication to supporting education.

“At CBG, we believe in the power of community and the importance of contributing to the development and sustainability of the communities we serve. Today, we are proud to help bridge the gap and empower students with the tools they need to succeed in the world of technology,” he said.

Mr Addo stated that the initiative aligned with CBG’s core CSR pillars focused on health, community development and education as a way of contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

“In today’s digital age, access to computers is not a luxury but a necessity. We are excited to see the impact this initiative will have on the students and the broader community,” the CBG Managing Director added.

Gratitude

The Headmaster of Bipoa JHS, Desmond Kwadwo Mensah, who spoke on behalf of the beneficiary schools, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to CBG for the generous support.

“This donation will truly transform the learning experience of our students. For many of them, this is their first real encounter with computers, and we believe this will open doors to new opportunities,” the headmaster said.

With this latest donation, CBG continues to demonstrate its commitment to strengthening the educational foundation in the communities it serves.

By empowering students with digital resources, the bank aims to foster greater academic performance and opportunities for the youth.