In a significant move to bolster Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education within Ghana, the MTN Ghana Foundation has recently unveiled a state-of-the-art robotics center at Methodist Girls Senior High School (MEGHIS) located in Akuapem Mamfe, Eastern Region.
This initiative is set to play a pivotal role in preparing Ghanaian youth for the challenges and opportunities of the digital economy.
Africa’s digital skills gap is widening alarmingly, with projections from the African Development Bank indicating that it could affect around 230 million people by 2030.
This gap threatens to leave a significant portion of the continent’s population behind in the fast-evolving digital era.
The World Bank has underscored the urgency of addressing this issue, noting that the digital economy could contribute as much as $180 billion to Africa’s GDP by 2025.
Bridging this skills gap is crucial for Africa’s economic prosperity and its competitive stance on the global stage.
The GHC2.3 million robotics center at MEGHIS, a school celebrated for its achievements in global robotics competitions, is a strategic response to this urgent need.
Having outshined over 5000 teams worldwide to clinch two world titles in robotics, MEGHIS’s new facility is a testament to Ghana’s commitment to fostering digital literacy and competency among its youth.
Selorm Adadevoh, the outgoing CEO of MTN Ghana, emphasized the center’s role as a beacon of innovation and practical learning.
It is equipped with cutting-edge tools like LEGO, Rev Robots, and 3D printers, offering students a hands-on experience in building, coding, and artificial intelligence research.
This environment is designed to nurture advanced design skills and stimulate interest in STEM fields.
Professor Franklyn Manu, Board Chairman for the MTN Ghana Foundation, highlighted the foundation’s dedication to reducing the digital skills gap through investments in projects like the Robotics Centre and the Digital Skills Academy.
The Deputy Minister for Education, Hon. John Ntim Fordjour, commended this collaboration between MTN Ghana Foundation and the Ministry of Education, affirming the government’s support for enhancing STEM education and equipping students with critical 21st-century skills.
The establishment of the robotics center marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s educational landscape.
Maame Akua Nkrumah Arko, the Public Relations Officer for the Methodist Girls SHS Robotics Clubs, expressed optimism that the new facility would overcome the limitations of their previous laboratory and called on the government to provide scholarships for students passionate about robotics.
This initiative is a giant leap towards building Ghana’s digital future and ensuring its youth are well-prepared for the opportunities and challenges of the digital age.
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