By: Robert
Kwaku Annor
MTN Benin has joined a
national campaign to distribute school kits to 145,580 learners across the
country for the 2026–2027 academic year, as part of efforts to improve learning
conditions and reduce school dropout.
The company participated in
the official launch of the campaign on September 8, 2026, in Touncountouna. The
initiative was organised by the Ministry of Nursery and Primary Education with
support from UNICEF Benin and other partners.
The national campaign
includes MTN Benin’s Back to School programme and is intended to ease the
financial burden on families while ensuring that children begin the school year
with essential learning materials.
The distribution of school
kits is expected to support learners, particularly those from families facing
economic difficulties, by improving their access to basic educational materials
and creating more conducive conditions for learning.
MTN Benin said its
participation reflects its commitment to supporting inclusive education and
expanding opportunities for children across the country.
The initiative also seeks to
contribute to reducing school dropout by addressing some of the practical
barriers that prevent children from remaining in school and participating
effectively in their education.
The campaign brings together
government, development partners and private-sector organisations in a
collective effort to support children’s education and strengthen the
foundations for their future development.
MTN Benin said every school
kit distributed represents an opportunity for a child to learn, develop
ambitions and build a better future, reinforcing the company’s broader
commitment to inclusive development in Benin.
