The MTN Ghana Foundation has taken a significant step in advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education with the handing over of a modern integrated STEM laboratory at Wiamoase in the Ashanti Region.
The ultra-modern integrated STEM Lab is the first of its kind in the Region.
A statement issued in Accra by Madam Adwoa Afriyie Wiafe, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer, said the facility was part of Foundation’s commitment to empower young people through education and innovation.
It said the integrated STEM Lab would provide students and teachers with hands-on experience in robotics, programming, electronics and other STEM related programmes.
The statement said the Foundation supported the project with GH746,425.00 to furnish the Integrated STEM Lab with the following equipment, including LEGO education STEM learning solution for pre-school, primary and secondary school students.
The statement said SPIKE Essential would engage students in hands-on investigation of STEM concepts using everyday themes.
REV Robots: “This kit has over 1400 parts and provides the most robot design flexibility of any kit on the market, providing teams with a strong foundation to build on,” it said.
Other include Drone Technology, Virtual Reality Sets Scratch, Java and Python Programing and Science Research
The MTN Ghana Foundation’s support for STEM education and this project reaffirmed MTN’s belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern, connected life.
Mr Robert Kuzoe, Senior Manager of the MTN Ghana Foundation, reiterated MTN’s commitment to bridging the digital gap in underserved and unserved communities.
He said, “Our support for STEM education and this project reaffirms our belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern, connected life.”
He said that the Integrated STEM Lab was more than just a building; it is a gateway to opportunities.
It symbolizes hope, progress and a brighter future for the children and youth of Wiamoase and beyond.
Nana Boakye Yiadom, the Chief of Wiamoase, expressed his appreciation to the MTN Ghana Foundation for the initiative and urged the students to embrace digital literacy and make good use of the facility to learn digital skills.
Since the inception of the MTN Ghana Foundation in 2007, the Foundation has implemented over 178 major projects in areas of health, education and economic empowerment.
These projects are estimated to have impacted over 5 million people.
