MTN Ghana Donates to Kobbine Festival, Supports Community Football Championship

Ghana’s largest telecommunications network MTN Ghana has donated an amount of GHC15,000 and assorted items to support the annual Kobbine Festival celebrated by the people of Lawra in the Upper West Region of Ghana. The support include credit cards worth one thousand Ghana Cedis and trophies for the annual football championship.

For nearly a decade, MTN Ghana has been a steadfast supporter of this festival, demonstrating its commitment to the local community. This year, MTN’s contribution has been remarkable, including generous donations and support for the community championship.

The gesture from MTN Ghana this year comprised a donation of fifteen thousand Ghana Cedis (GHC15,000) worth of airtime, along with an assortment of valuable items. This contribution not only adds to the festive spirit of the Kobbine Festival but also proves MTN’s dedication to uplifting the image of the highly revered festival.

Another highlights of MTN’s involvement in this year’s Kobbine Festival is its support for the community championship, where local talent gets a platform to showcase their skills and passion for sports. By backing such initiatives, MTN Ghana not only encourages athletic development but also promotes the spirit of healthy competition within the community.

Naa Ngmenmaal Yobo III, the Kunyukuo Naa and chairman of the Kobbine Festival, expressed his gratitude on behalf of the Lawra People for MTN’s continued support. He emphasized the importance of corporate partnerships like this in preserving and celebrating their cultural heritage. Naa Ngmenmaal Yobo III acknowledged MTN Ghana for its consistent presence and commitment to the welfare of the community.

Collins Agyei, the Area Sales Manager for the five Northern regions, represented MTN Ghana and spoke at the event. He reiterated the company’s dedication to supporting the local communities it serves. Collins Agyei emphasized that MTN believes in giving back to the people and places where they operate, fostering mutual growth and development.

The partnership between MTN Ghana and the Kobbine Festival is a shining example of corporate social responsibility in action. It showcases how a telecom giant can positively impact the lives of the people it serves, not only by providing connectivity but also by actively participating in the cultural and social fabric of the community.

MTN Ghana’s continued support for the Kobbine Festival is a direct manifestation of the company’s commitment to making a difference in the lives of the Lawra People. The company has built a niche of supporting traditional festivals across the country. They recently hosted the annual Media Engagement forum at Delagio Hotel in Wa Municipality of the Upper West Region of Ghana.