Drive to Inspire-Africa (DTI-A) has welcomed 20 new scholars into its scholarship programme and presented laptops to 14 existing and newly admitted scholars at a scholarship award event held in Accra on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
The event, held in partnership with Sonne Scholarships by Cerveau Initiative, brings the total number of scholars under DTI-A’s scholarship programme to 80.
This cohort brings together students pursuing diverse academic programmes across 10 tertiary institutions in Ghana.
Their fields of study span both the sciences and the arts, including Diploma in Registered Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Conservation Biology and Entomology, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), and Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, among many others. They were selected through a competitive process, based on academic excellence and financial need.
Speaking at the event, Founder of Drive to Inspire-Africa, Nana Adjoa Hackman, said the scholarship programme is not about ticking boxes or increasing numbers, but is an investment in the growth of young people.
She appreciated Cerveau Initiative and thanked them for their continuous commitment towards the scholarship programme.
Addressing the scholars, Miss Hackman emphasised DTI-A’s commitment to the growth of its beneficiaries, and to giving them platforms to develop and harness their potential.
“Some of our existing scholars are really doing well in their various schools and taking up leadership roles, and that shows how important it is to invest in young people,” she said.
She encouraged the new beneficiaries to follow the example of the high-performing scholars and to make full use of the opportunities available to them.
Representing Sonne Scholarships by Cerveau Initiative, Operations Director Sonia Mendy commended Drive to Inspire-Africa for its remarkable work in ensuring that young people get the support they need to pursue their dreams.
She urged the beneficiaries to push themselves beyond their limits, reminding them that no one can limit them except themselves.
This partnership reflects the shared commitment of both organisations to nurturing the next generation of leaders, innovators and professionals.
The organisations noted that access to quality education remains a challenge for many talented students across the country, and that school fees, learning materials and access to technology are among the most common obstacles.
By pairing financial support with laptops, the programme aims to address both the cost of education, and the tools students need to succeed in a digital world. Beyond the scholarship programme, Drive to Inspire – Africa invests in the skills, personal development and leadership growth of its scholars through mentorships, webinars, leadership programmes and internship programmes preparing them to become well-equipped individuals and contributors to their communities.
For the recipients, the awards come as a significant relief. Kate Wienu, a Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship and International Business student at the University of Cape Coast, said:
“This scholarship marks a significant stage in our educational journeys, and I want to pour out my heartfelt appreciation to Cerveau Initiative and Drive to Inspire-Africa for their support in not just our education, but also our overall growth. This support gives me a renewed sense of hope and is an encouragement not to give up, but rather to keep pushing and striving to do more.”
These scholars were selected through a competitive process, based on academic excellence and financial need. They join the DTI-A scholarship programme, which supports brilliant but underprivileged young people to access tertiary education, alongside mentorship and long-term empowerment opportunities.
About Drive to Inspire-Africa
Drive to Inspire-Africa LBG is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young Africans primarily through education, mentorship and scholarship opportunities. It was founded by Nana Adjoa Hackman, a Ghanaian corporate lawyer, entrepreneur and advocate for youth empowerment. The organisation works to bridge educational inequality and supports underprivileged but brilliant young people through educational support, mentorship and long-term empowerment opportunities.
About Sonne Scholarships by Cerveau Initiative
Cerveau Initiative was born from a deep-rooted belief in the power of compassion and collective action to create a more just and equitable world.
Since its creation, the journey began with a simple yet powerful mission: to empower disadvantaged individuals and communities to reach their full potential.
Driven by a shared passion for education, health, environment, we set out to break down barriers, unlock opportunities, and build a brighter future for those who need it most.
Across many communities, talented students face financial barriers that threaten their academic dreams. Without support, potential is lost, not due to lack of ability, but lack of opportunity.
The Sonne Scholarship Programme exists to ensure that financial hardship does not define a student’s future.
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