GUYANA’S top performing National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) student from the hinterland, Anasie Federicks, is receiving overwhelming support from the business community in Guyana as she is preparing to attend the Bishop’s High School in Georgetown. Anasie, who lives in Tapakuma/St Densy in Region Two, copped the fifth position in the region and was the best performer for the hinterland communities at the NGSA with 513 marks.

On July 1, the Pepperpot Magazine featured Anasie, who talked about her performance and her struggles under the caption “I had many sleepless nights”. After reading the article, many, including businesses and NGOs came on board and donated several items to the young girl.

The 12-year-old was presented an Acer laptop, a printer with scanner and photocopier, a wireless mouse and a haversack from Classic Auto Spares. Representing the business, Marquis Omar Khan said that Classic Auto Spares was happy to help Anasie with her journey in acquiring a better education. Khan said that the owner of the business read the article and was propelled to help the young lady.

Food for the Poor Inc. (FFTP) also donated a bicycle, stationary and a hamper to Anasie, while the Ministry of Presidency also donated a laptop to aid in her studies. Anasie during a follow-up interview said, she was grateful to eddveryone who supported her and promised that she will continue to excel.

“I am happy my parents have decided to send me to the secondary school I passed to go. It is my heart’s desire to attend the school I passed to go to, and I will be venturing to Georgetown to acquire my secondary education,” Federicks said.

She said although she will be far from her home, she will remain focused as it is her dream to become a doctor one day, where she can serve her community faithfully. Federicks is currently attending computer classes at the Essequibo Technical Institute (ETI). Her parents, Marlon Federicks and Donnett Edwards have also extended gratitude towards everyone who assisted their daughter with their kind donations.