Ghana and Indonesia’s educational ties have received a boost as seven Ghanaian students were awarded the 2025 Indonesian Government Scholarship (KNB Scholarship Scheme) to pursue studies at leading Indonesian universities.
The scholarships were facilitated through the office of the Honorary Consul of Indonesia to Ghana, H.E. Paskal A.B. Rois.
The beneficiaries departed Ghana on Saturday, August 23, 2025, to study in fields such as Education, Engineering, and other disciplines vital to Ghana’s development agenda.
The scholarship package covers full tuition, accommodation, and living expenses, in addition to free round-trip airfare, visa support, and a monthly stipend—doubled this year to further support international students.
Words of Encouragement from H.E. Rois
At a brief farewell meeting, H.E. Rois urged the students to serve as ambassadors of Ghana while embracing Indonesian culture. He encouraged them to study diligently, remain disciplined, and make both nations proud.
“This opportunity is not only for your personal growth but also for the future of Ghana. Return with skills and knowledge that will help transform our country’s economy and strengthen the bonds between Ghana and Indonesia,” he remarked.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
H.E. Rois emphasized that the scholarship initiative strengthens the longstanding bilateral relations between Ghana and Indonesia. He expressed gratitude to the Indonesian Government for its continued support of Ghana’s human capital development and clarified that the KNB Scholarship is fully funded by the Indonesian Government, with no payment required from applicants or through his office.
History and Promotion of the KNB Scholarship in Ghana
While the KNB Scholarship has existed for years, awareness among Ghanaians was limited until H.E. Rois’ appointment as Honorary Consul in 2020, after which he actively promoted the program. Since then, an increasing number of Ghanaians have successfully applied and benefited from the scheme.
Advice to Future Applicants
H.E. Rois advised prospective applicants to prepare their documents ahead of the one-month application window, noting that incomplete documentation often leads to disqualification.
A Call to Ghanaian Youth
He concluded by encouraging more Ghanaian youth to take advantage of the scholarship in coming years, highlighting that Indonesia offers quality education at globally recognized universities along with a rich cultural experience that shapes well-rounded future leaders for Ghana.
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