Some young activists in Yeji in the Pru East District of the Bono East Region have founded the Wadudu and Colleagues Foundation Aid for Education (WACO), a non-profit organisation that aims to tackle educational challenges in the area.
Under the leadership of Abdul Wadudu Faridu, the organisation is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for all children of school-going age by ensuring they have access to quality education and a solid foundation for lifelong learning and personal development through a range of initiatives, including resource support, educational programs, and community partnerships.
Speaking at the organisation's launch on Thursday, November 7, 2024, the Executive Director of WACO, James Azupero, stated, "Our mission at WACO is to ensure that every child has access to uninterrupted education.
We are committed to providing basic necessities, supporting the education of girls, and assisting students with disabilities.