The Minister of Social Affairs, Nadine Nathalie Awanang Anato, supervised the official award ceremony of scholarships to thirty (30) new Gabonese high school graduates from the class of 2024, beneficiaries of the YAM’NA scholarship program of the Compagnie Minière de Ogooué (COMILOG). Also taking part in the said ceremony were the Public Affairs Director of Comilog and General Representative of the Eramet Group in Gabon, André Massard, the Technical Advisor to the Minister in charge of National Education and the Director General of the National Scholarship Agency of Gabon, Professor Ruphin Ndjambou.
These scholarships called YAM’NA, “Mutual aid” in the Nzébi language, are part of the Eramet Beyond for Contributive Impacts program, a flagship initiative of the Eramet Group’s Act for Positive Mining roadmap, which reflects the commitment of Comilog and the Eramet Group to education, social equity and excellence.
The YAM’NA scholarship program aims to offer the best Gabonese high school graduates the opportunity to pursue a high-level course in public universities and renowned prestigious schools in Gabon and to guarantee quality education, allowing young people, whatever their socio-economic situation, to succeed in their life project.
Awarded for a period of three years, these scholarships allow deserving young people to reveal their potential and realize their ambitions, while integrating sustainably into society and promoting equity and excellence. The beneficiaries expressed their recognition and gratitude to the Ogooué Mining Company for this valuable support.
By supporting these 30 young talents, Comilog is helping to build a social development model focused on equity and excellence. “Thanks to the YAM’NA initiative, we are investing in the future of Gabonese youth and supporting the essential pillars of our society: education and solidarity”declared André Massard, Director of Public Affairs of Comilog and General Representative of the Eramet Group in Gabon.
The objective of this program, entirely funded by Comilog, is to support young Gabonese high school graduates with high potential from modest backgrounds in higher education, up to the Bachelor level in the country’s best universities. It thus intends to contribute to the reduction of inequalities linked to education and gender, as well as to the training of young people.
This commitment is fully in line with the vision of Eramet and Comilog, which aspire to create positive and lasting impacts within the communities where they operate.
M.-O. Cute
2024-12-06 13:07:00
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How does COMILOG envision the YAM’NA program impacting the future of Gabon?
## Bridging the Gap: An Interview with COMILOG
**Today we have the pleasure of speaking with André Massard, Public Affairs Director of COMILOG and General Representative of the Eramet Group in Gabon. André, thank you for joining us.**
**André:** Thank you for having me.
**We’ve just witnessed a heartwarming ceremony presided over by the Minister of Social Affairs, awarding 30 scholarships to outstanding Gabonese high school graduates through the YAM’NA program. Can you tell us a little more about this initiative and what inspired its creation?**
André: The YAM’NA scholarship program, which translates to “Mutual aid” in the Nzébi language, is a testament to COMILOG and the Eramet Group’s commitment to education, social equity, and excellence in Gabon. We believe in empowering young minds and creating opportunities for them to reach their full potential.
**The scholarships are awarded for a three-year period. What kind of support do the recipients receive during this time?**
André
: The YAM’NA scholarships cover tuition fees and provide living allowances, allowing these deserving students to focus on their studies without financial constraints.
**What criteria are used to select the recipients?**
André:
We look for high academic achievement, leadership potential, and a genuine desire to contribute to Gabon’s future.
**How do you see this program impacting the lives of these young Gabonese?**
André: We believe the YAM’NA program will empower these young people to become future leaders, innovators, and changemakers in Gabon. By investing in their education, we are investing in the future of the country.
**Thank you, André, for shedding light on this remarkable initiative. It’s inspiring to see COMILOG making such a positive impact in communities across Gabon.**
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