A philanthropist, Felix Akonta has set out to contribute to improving the standard of education in the Ketu South Municipality of the Volta Region.

Through his organisation, he has injected resources into the educational sector, hoping to provide befitting educational infrastructure among others, to enhance academic performance.

This initiative is targeted at developing the human resources of the municipality and shaping its future.

Mr. Akonta’s latest venture saw the training of candidates for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examinations, (BECE) ensuring they are well-equipped for the examination.

As part of preparatory measures, he instituted three mock exams for the candidates to help them get abreast with the examination procedures, how to answer questions, and deal with any phobias that they may experience during the BECE.

As many as 4,400 BECE candidates from 133 basic schools, comprising 57 private and 76 public schools, are benefiting from the first phase of three mock exams.

The beneficiary schools included Klikor Unity Basic School, Klikor Central Basic School, Wisdom International School, Somé National School, Babanawokorpe Basic School, Sukladzi R.C Basic School, Ativuta Basic School, Forever Bless Academy, Akame Basic School, Avoeme Basic School, Viepe R.C. Basic School, Preventive Basic School, Border Basic School, and St. Peter and Paul's Basic School.

During a surprise inspection at the examination centres, Mr. Akonta underscored the enthusiasm exhibited by the students and the commitment of the invigilators.

He, however, registered his displeasure about a few incidents of absenteeism and asked the school authorities to inquire and arrange for the absentees to write the remaining papers, “since the goal was to prepare every candidate for the BECE.”

“A particularly touching case was discovered at Klikor Unity Basic School, where a candidate had given birth and was caring for her child at home. I directed that a female teacher assists the young mother, enabling her to write the remaining papers on Saturday”, he added.

He explained that the mock exams, which are part of a broader approach to improving the educational standard, aim “to secure a prosperous future for the children of Ketu South and beyond.”

“Every parent of the 4,400 candidates is my family, and each of them is my child. Only purposeful action drives change, and we cannot continue doing the same thing and expect different results. The time to act is now.”

“I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Ketu South Municipal and Regional Education Directorate for their support”, he said.