Friends of Girls Africa (FoGA) is a Ghanaian non profit organisation committed to empowering young people through education, mentorship, leadership development, and economic inclusion.
The maiden edition of its flagship “FoGA Future Ready Series”, was successfully launched on Saturday, 13 June 2026, at the MAKROSEC Assembly Hall in Odumase Krobo. The event was organised under the theme “Beyond the Uniform: Preparing for Life After SHS.” The programme brought together ten accomplished professionals from diverse industries who volunteered their time and expertise to help students understand the realities of life after secondary school.
The initiative reflects FoGA’s broader mission of preparing young Africans, especially girls and young women, with the knowledge, confidence, and opportunities needed to thrive after school while also engaging boys and young men as partners in building stronger and more inclusive communities.
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Friends of Girls Africa (FoGA) Future Ready Series
The FoGA Future Ready Series marks an important milestone for the organisation as it expands from supporting existing youth initiatives to implementing its own large scale mentorship programmes. Not less than 200 final year Manya Krobo SHS students were empowered through its maiden Future Ready Series.
FoGA gives students the opportunity to participate in panel discussions, interactive mentoring sessions, and question and answer engagements focused on career planning, financial responsibility, entrepreneurship, higher education, technical and vocational training, leadership, relationships, personal development, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence in today’s workplace.
The programme encouraged students to think critically about their future while exposing them to multiple career pathways rather than presenting a single definition of success.
Why FoGA Was Launched At Manya Krobo Senior High School
The choice of Manya Krobo Senior High School for the inaugural event carried deep personal significance. FoGA Co Founders, Christel Comfort Agbemafle and Godsway Cofie Obro Boateng, are both alumni of MAKROSEC and served as Senior School Prefects in 2017. Returning to their former school as mentors represented a commitment to investing in the institution that helped shape their leadership journey.
Speaking during the opening session, Christel reflected on the importance of giving back to the school community and inspiring students to pursue purpose driven lives beyond the classroom.
School authorities welcomed the initiative and praised FoGA for creating meaningful opportunities for students. Assistant Headmaster III, Mr Jonas Dorkordi, commended the organisation and proposed the establishment of a permanent FoGA club at the school to sustain mentorship and leadership development for future students.
Professionals Share Honest Career Experiences During FoGA Maiden Edition
A major highlight of the event was an engaging panel discussion moderated by Mrs. Christel Comfort Agbemafle.
Seven professionals from different career backgrounds shared their personal journeys, discussing both their successes and challenges after completing senior high school.
The panel featured entrepreneur and veterinarian Wendell Nyumutei, Laynah Cares Foundation Founder Lawrencia Yeboah, development practitioner Prince Forson, project management professional and peer counsellor Andrews Acquah Abekah, administrative professional Hetty Lumor, Chartered MCIPS procurement specialist Emmanuel Yoosi Affum, and ODA Delivery Officer Ezekiel Hayford.
Their discussions covered university life, taking gap years, financial discipline, career planning, entrepreneurship, social media, relationships, and emerging opportunities created by artificial intelligence.
Their authentic stories resonated strongly with students, many of whom actively participated throughout the programme.
Exploring Multiple Pathways After Secondary School
During the interactive question and answer session, students explored four major pathways available after completing senior high school.
These included university education, Technical and Vocational Education and Training, entrepreneurship and direct employment, as well as professional certifications and self directed online learning.
Mentors encouraged students to choose paths that matched their talents, interests, and long term ambitions instead of following societal expectations.
The enthusiastic participation extended the session beyond its scheduled closing time as students continued seeking practical advice about their future.
About Friends of Girls Africa (FoGA)
Friends of Girls Africa (FoGA) is a Ghanaian-based Not-for-Profit organisation dedicated to nurturing a generation of young Africans. The group equips youth with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and opportunities needed to shape their futures and contribute positively to society.
Vision of FoGA
FoGA envisions a future where African youth are inspired, equipped, and supported to thrive. This includes:
- Girls and young women having equal opportunities to reach their full potential.
- Boys and young men actively contributing to a more inclusive, respectful, and progressive society.
Mission of FoGA
The mission of the organisation is to nurture and equip young Africans with the skills, opportunities, and support needed to realise their potential. Driven by the core pillars of investing in youth and transforming communities, FoGA works to promote environments where every young person can thrive.
Volunteers Behind FoGA
The success of the programme was made possible by a dedicated team of volunteers who supported event coordination, logistics, photography, documentation, and creative production.
The wider team included Emmanuel Narh, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Magma Multimedia, entrepreneur and travel consultant Bright Okley, LAWSCAMP GH Deputy Director of Operations Dennis A. Senyo, photographer and cybersecurity student Yaw Appiah Kubi, together with creative contributors Mawuko Kojo Ishmael Awuye and Tawiah Obed Narh.
Many members of the organising team are also MAKROSEC alumni, reinforcing the programme’s spirit of giving back and community development.
FoGA’s Bigger Picture
Friends of Girls Africa continues to expand its impact through programmes focused on education, scholarships, health and wellbeing, economic empowerment, mentorship, leadership development, and human rights advocacy.
The successful launch of the FoGA Future Ready Series signals the organisation’s growing commitment to preparing young people with practical life skills that extend beyond academic achievement.
For the approximately 200 students who participated, the event offered more than career advice. It provided inspiration, practical knowledge, and the confidence to make informed decisions as they prepare for life after senior high school.
With the strong reception received at MAKROSEC, the Future Ready Series is expected to become one of FoGA’s signature youth empowerment initiatives, reaching more schools and communities across Ghana in the years ahead.
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