A level 400 student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has been selected as a beneficiary of the prestigious 2025 Telecel Female Engineering Student Scholarship Programme (FESSP).

Ms. Michelle Opara Uche, a Computer Science student, was among ten outstanding final-year female engineering students honoured at an awards ceremony held at Telecel Ghana’s headquarters in Accra.

The scholarship scheme, which recognises academic excellence and aims to empower young women pursuing careers in engineering and technology, since its inception in 2011, has supported over 100 brilliant female engineering students through financial aid, mentorship, and technical resources.

The initiative aligns with Telecel Ghana’s commitment to bridging the gender gap in telecom engineering and inspiring more women to excel in technical fields.

Each beneficiary of the scholarship received GHS 5,000 to cover final-year tuition and book fees, a brand-new tablet with a six-month complimentary data package and access to industry mentors.

They also would enjoy internship opportunities, national service, graduate programmes, and full-time employment with Telecel Ghana.

This marks another milestone for UCC, following last year’s success when two students, Daniella Edinam Nyaletey and Hilda Abena Wilson, were awarded the same scholarship. Both are currently interns with Telecel, further highlighting the programme’s impact on shaping careers in the telecom sector.

Daniella Edinam Nyaletey (L) and Hilda Abena Wilson (R)

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC