Stakeholders urge greater investment in STEM to prepare Ghana for the digital future

Stakeholders in Ghana's education sector are urging the government to focus on STEM education. They believe it is essential for improving teaching and boosting global competitiveness.

Dr. Stella Agyenim-Boateng spoke at a digital skills training program in Tema. She is the Vice Chairperson of the Public Services Commission. Dr. Agyenim-Boateng emphasized the need for investment in STEM and digitalization.

"Our children must have the right digital skills," she said. "Increased investment in STEM is an urgent national priority."

The Telecel Digitech Academy led the program with support from the Ghana Education Service and the National STEM Centre. It provided practical training to students from three schools in Tema.

Over 12 weeks, students learned coding, robotics, web design, and other vital digital skills. Dr. Agyenim-Boateng praised their creativity during a demonstration of their work.

She highlighted how this showcases the transformative power of STEM education. She called for ongoing support to expand such initiatives for more students.

Madam Rita Agyeiwaa Rockson from Telecel Ghana Foundation stressed bridging classroom theory with real-world application in STEM education. "The Digitech Academy nurtures future problem-solvers and innovators," she noted.

Mrs. Bernice Ofori, Tema Metropolitan Director of Education, also supported STEM's importance. She pointed out its role in fostering critical thinking, creativity, and leadership among young learners.