GlobalEd Connect, partners equip students on Canadian varsity, study openings.

 The programme brought together students, parents, and representatives of accredited Canadian institutions with the aim of simplifying access to higher education abroad.

According to organizers, the programme was designed to eliminate uncertainty surrounding overseas studies by offering a transparent and ethically guided platform for Cameroonian families. It provided a rare opportunity for direct engagement between secondary schools and international faculties, allowing students to obtain first-hand information about admission requirements, tuition costs, living expenses, and post-graduation work permits.

Officials explained that the initiative also sought to curb the influence of so-called “ghost agents” by connecting students directly with verified institutions. This approach, they noted ensured that participants received accurate and reliable guidance while making informed decisions about their academic future.

Throughout the sessions, students were engaged in face-to-face discussions with international admissions officers who assessed their individual academic profiles. 

Institutions conducted live admission assessments, during which students were encouraged to present their academic transcripts for preliminary evaluations. Dedicated workshops were also organized to explain funding and loan opportunities, including bursaries and scholarships available for the 2026 academic year.

Participants further benefited from Visa Mastery Workshops, where experts provided up-to-date information on Canadian and European student visa policies. These sessions enabled students and parents to better understand application procedures and legal requirements for studying abroad.

Speaking to journalists during the programme, the Vice-President of Passage, Khaled Elhennawy, said his organisation is committed to helping young talents from across the globe unlock their potential through education in top Canadian institutions.

“At Passage, we try to help talent from all around the globe to unlock their potential through education within our top Canadian institutions by providing them an alignment that combines education, employability and growth within Canada,” Elhennawy stated.

He explained that Passage works with local partners to guide students toward programmes with high employability prospects in Canada. According to him, this allows students to choose courses that match their skills while responding to Canada’s labour market needs.

“We are providing them with one of our local partners to guide them through programmes that have very high employability outcomes within Canada. Students can start their application today and also discuss funding options that Passage can make available for them in order to assist them to complete their tuition fees while they study and work and gradually pay back their loans,” he added.

Elhennawy noted that the main objective of the programme is to help Cameroonian talents secure a clear academic pathway in Canadian institutions. On funding options, he revealed that several schemes are available to cover tuition and, in some cases, living expenses.

“We are offering different funding options. There are funding options that cover tuition and living expenses, and the payment programme depends on the type of programme chosen. It is paid over a long term, between four to seven years. This starts from the moment students begin their academic programme in Canada. While they work part-time, they can pay small installments on a monthly basis,” he explained.

For his part, the Co-founder of GlobalEd Connect, Roland Nkemasong, expressed gratitude to partners, including Passage, for coming to Cameroon to facilitate access to Canadian colleges and universities for local students.

“We encourage people to take action within the bounds of human rights, using legal opportunities. The goal is to talk with students, and that is why advisors and representatives from 11 Canadian colleges and universities are here. We are here to look at their profiles and grant eligibility to those who qualify. Passage will then provide funding to those who meet the criteria,” Nkemasong said.

He further emphasized that GlobalEd Connect is interested not only in securing admissions but also in ensuring long-term success for students. “We take them from college eligibility, follow their academic progress, and help them integrate into Canadian society and the workforce,” he noted.

According to Nkemasong, the main fields of study available include ICT, education, health, social sciences and STEM-related disciplines, which cover technical skills such as plumbing, electricity, electronics and other vocational professions.

He concluded by expressing the hope that many students would benefit from the initiative before the next academic season. “We want to count the number of successful applicants from here who have gained funding, obtained admission, and will be studying in Canada and graduating,” he said.

This article was first published in The Guardian Post Edition No:3693 of Wednesday February 04, 2026