Akufo-Addo launches and commissions Accra STEM Academy

His Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Friday, December 27, 2024, launched and commissioned the Accra Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Academy.

Commenting on the launch of the STEM institution in a social media post sighted by GhanaEducation.org, Akufo-Addo said “The Academy is a testament to the belief that education, especially in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), holds the key to unlocking the full potential of our nation.

The world around us is changing rapidly. Technology is at the heart of this transformation, driving progress in education, healthcare, agriculture, transportation, industry, and every aspect of our lives. For Ghana to thrive in this modern era, we must equip our young people with the tools they need to succeed. STEM education is not a choice – it is a necessity.

This institution is a space where young minds will be inspired to dream big, think critically and solve the problems of tomorrow. A Ghana where our students continue to ‏‏lead systematic breakthroughs in robotics, artificial intelligence and biotechnology.

We have also embarked on the development of twenty STEM centres and ten model STEM Senior High Schools across the country. These institutions are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences with cutting-edge facilities. From coding to robotics, our students are being prepared for the demands of the 21st century.

By focusing on STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), the Academy will enhance 21st-century education, equipping students with cutting-edge skills.”

The Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), Dr Eric Nkansah on his part said “I am confident that the Accra STEM Academy represents a strategic investment in Ghana’s future, poised to yield transformative dividends for generations to come.”

“This state-of-the-art institution is a game-changer for education in Ghana. It equips our youth with the skills to lead in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Together, we are shaping a future of innovation and opportunity,” the Minister for Education, Dr Yaw Adutwum reacted to the launch in a social media post.