STUDENTS at Worcester College of Technology want to raise more than £26,000 as part of a project to support some of the poorest communities in Africa.

The team have been organising events and fund-raisers in order to reach their target, including auctioning off students’ artwork, a cake sale and a gig, with the aim of raising enough money to get to Cape Coast regions of Ghana.

Working in association with Projects Abroad, students will spend their time abroad building small houses and helping run arts and sports activities in local schools and orphanages.

They will also have opportunities to work with local farmers to help develop vital sustainability projects for the local community.

The idea was originally from member of the student union Kelly-Anne Archer, who knew a student who had previously worked with Projects Abroad and found it worthwhile.

She said: “I’ve always wanted to go to Africa but never thought I would get the opportunity to.

“What’s even more amazing is that we will be making a difference. It will be a great experience, but also an eye opening one.”

Student activities officer, Sammy Engele, said that even if students are unable to go to Ghana, they can still make a difference by donating the money they raised.

He said: “The fund-raisers have been so much fun.

“Even if we don’t go, it’s brought us all closer together.”

Students raised so far is £1000, which they hope to boost at the University of Worcester Community Fair on May 25.

Fund-raising events will continue until the cut off deadline of July 3, when the students will know whether or not they will be flying out to Ghana.