Randy Boakye Yiadom, a student from the Sekyere Kumawu District, has placed 4th in the Grand Finals of the 2026 Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge (OCRC).
The Grand Finals of the 2026 Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge were held on Friday, October 2, 2026, at the Jubilee Hall of the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, bringing together selected young readers from different districts to demonstrate their reading abilities in English Language and Asante Twi.
Randy Boakye Yiadom represented the Sekyere Kumawu District in the prestigious competition. He is a student of Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS, under the Sekyere Kumawu District Education Directorate in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.
His participation in the Grand Finals follows his impressive performance during the earlier stages of the competition. Randy successfully represented the Kumawu area and advanced to the final stage, where he competed against other talented students selected from five districts.
A total of five districts were selected to participate in the Grand Finals of the 2026 Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge. The contestants were given the opportunity to demonstrate their reading skills and knowledge in both English Language and Asante Twi.
After the various stages of the final contest, Randy Boakye Yiadom secured the 4th position among the participating contestants.
Although he did not finish among the top three, his fourth-place achievement represents a significant accomplishment for him, his school, his teachers, his parents and guardians, and the entire Sekyere Kumawu District.
The competition provided the young participants with an important platform to develop and demonstrate their reading abilities. It also encouraged students to take reading seriously while appreciating the importance of both English and the Asante Twi language.
Training in English Language and Asante Twi
As part of their preparation for the competition, the contestants received training in reading English Language and Asante Twi.
The training was designed to help the participants improve their reading skills, pronunciation, fluency and confidence. It also exposed them to the importance of reading in both formal education and everyday communication.
For Randy, the opportunity to participate at the Grand Finals was not only about competing for a position but also about gaining valuable experience that could contribute to his academic and personal development.
His participation also brought recognition to Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS and the Sekyere Kumawu District Education Directorate.
Congratulations to Randy and the Team
Following his performance at the Grand Finals, members of the Sekyere Kumawu District Education Directorate have extended their congratulatory messages to Randy Boakye Yiadom and the entire team that supported his participation in the 2026 OCRC.
The Directorate’s recognition of Randy’s achievement highlights the importance of encouraging young learners who demonstrate commitment and interest in reading.
Randy’s fourth-place finish is also a reminder that competitions such as the Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge can provide students with opportunities to build confidence, improve their communication skills and develop a stronger interest in reading.
The achievement is therefore worth celebrating, particularly within the Sekyere Kumawu District and at Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS.
The 2026 OCRC Grand Finals have provided another opportunity to promote reading among young people while bringing together students from different districts to showcase their talents.
As Randy Boakye Yiadom continues his education, his participation in the 2026 Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge and his 4th-place finish at the Grand Finals will remain an important achievement in his academic journey.
Congratulations to Randy Boakye Yiadom, Bodomase St. Stephen R/C JHS, the Sekyere Kumawu District Education Directorate, his teachers, parents and guardians, and the entire team for their efforts and contribution to his success in the 2026 Otumfuo Community Reading Challenge.
