ACCRA, Jan. 31 (Xinhua) -- The Confucius Institute at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy in Ghana on Friday awarded 71 KNUST cadets the Chinese Ambassador's Scholarship in Kumasi, Ghana's second-largest city.

Ke Ningli, the Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute at KNUST, said the scholarship scheme reflected the depth of educational cooperation between the two countries.

He urged the awarded recipients to continue strengthening their Chinese language proficiency and cross-cultural communication skills to contribute to long-term bilateral relations.

In a speech delivered on behalf of the vice-chancellor of the KNUST, Philip Antwi-Agyei, Provost of the College of Science, conveyed management's appreciation to the Chinese Embassy, describing the scholarships as an investment in Ghana's intellectual and human capital.

"These scholarships are far more than financial support, they are seeds sown into the fertile soil of Ghanaian intellect," he said.

Nana Akua Abakoma, who was awarded the scholarship, reflected on her experience at the international Chinese Bridge competition and described cultural exchange as a powerful tool for global understanding.

She said the experience deepened her appreciation of Chinese values such as respect, hospitality and wisdom, and inspired her to continue learning and sharing through cultural exchange.

In his remarks, Daniel Duah, the Ghanaian Director of the Confucius Institute, said the institute had recorded steady growth since its establishment, noting that the KNUST is preparing to host the 2026 Chinese Bridge Chinese proficiency competition.