The Ghana Association of Sports Betting Operators (GHASBO) has supported educational activities of five communities in the Volta Region affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage.
The association further donated relief items to the victims to alleviate their plight as part of its humanitarian mission programmes.
In collaboration with its member operators, GHASBO organised a donation of learning materials and 1000 boxes of relief items to provide much-needed relief to those impacted by the environmental disaster.
Each customised box contains contributions from GHASBO member operators, reflecting a collective effort to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the victims.
President of GHASBO, Dr. Kobby Boateng, in his remarks at the presentation ceremony, indicated that the association raised about GH₵470,000 which was spent on the special course.
The donated items include 1000 boxes of assorted food items and 1000 bags of sachet water to 1000 households as well as learning materials to 939 pupils. The five different communities are Tokpo, Mepe, Bakpa, Azizanya and Anyako.
“We are proud to stand alongside our operators as we extend a helping hand to communities affected by the dam spillage along the basin. We all know that in times like this, it is important that we join hands together and support the afflicted with our widow’s mite,” he underscored.
Dr. Boateng mentioned that the donation illustrates GHASBO’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and belief in the importance of giving back to society.
The Gaming Commission, represented by Beatrice Baiden, acknowledged and commended GHASBO for their CSR efforts in donating learning materials and food items to support flood victims.
“We empathise with the victims and assure them of our care. This initiative highlights the operators’ commitment to societal welfare beyond revenue generation,” she iterated.
Coordinator – GHASBO, Eric Kpai, stressed that the exercise is an indication to GHASBO’s commitment to supporting communities in need through CSR interventions.
He added that GHASBO would continue to prioritise corporate social responsibility initiatives in the future to help the less-privileged in society. “Through collective action and compassion, GHASBO and its member-operators strive to make a lasting impact on the lives of those facing adversity.”
This initiative highlights the compassionate and caring side of the industry, demonstrating its capacity to bring about positive change and supporting vulnerable populations during times of crisis.
Also present at the event was the Executive Assistant – GHASBO, Efric Kpogoh Azumah.
