JS Construction has strengthened its commitment to education and skills development with the introduction of a three-year full scholarship scheme for female students, alongside the donation of an industrial multifunctional printer to support examination processes at Kumasi Technical University.
Under the leadership of its Managing Director, Joshua Selasi Sefogah, the company continues to demonstrate strong support for the development of Ghana’s built environment sector through targeted educational initiatives.
An alumnus of the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment (FBNE) at Kumasi Technical University, Mr. Sefogah has taken steps to promote gender inclusion and academic excellence. The company has confirmed a three-year full scholarship package for two outstanding female students pursuing construction-related programmes at the Department of Construction Technology and Quantity Surveying.
The initiative, known as the JS Group Female Scholarship Scheme, is designed to empower young women to excel in a traditionally male-dominated industry. The scholarship is renewable every three years, ensuring sustained support and long-term impact.
To formalise the partnership, JS Construction and the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the coming week. The agreement will cover both the scholarship scheme and structured internship opportunities for students within the company, helping to bridge the gap between academic training and industry experience.
As part of the same engagement, the company has donated a high-capacity industrial Canon multifunctional printer to the faculty. The machine will be used for the secure printing and photocopying of examination materials, easing operational pressure, improving efficiency, and strengthening the integrity of academic processes.
Speaking at the presentation ceremony held at the Adako campus, Mr. Sefogah outlined additional support initiatives in development, all aimed at promoting academic excellence and providing students with practical industry exposure. He emphasised that the initiative goes beyond philanthropy, describing it as a strategic investment in people, knowledge, and the future of the construction industry.
Earlier, JS Construction announced that one per cent of its total contract sums in 2026 would be committed to supporting education in Ghana under its “1% for Education” initiative. The programme forms part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility agenda and signals a sustained investment in human capital development.
As part of this broader vision, the company is partnering with the Dean of FBNE, F. K. Bondinuba, on a “Dean’s Legacy Project” aimed at upgrading infrastructure, strengthening research capacity, and aligning academic training with industry demands.
Prof. Bondinuba commended the gesture, noting that the printer will significantly improve examination management, while the scholarship scheme and legacy project will create lasting value for generations of students. He also called on corporate organisations, development partners, and alumni to support the initiative through financial contributions, equipment, and strategic partnerships.
The initiative by JS Construction underscores the growing role of private sector leadership in advancing education, empowering future professionals, and strengthening Ghana’s technical and professional capacity.
