Tamale: PAMEPI Women in Tech Ghana inspires young minds in STEM through inventors program

PAMEPI Women in Tech Ghana recently hosted an inventors program for senior high schools in the Northern Region, aiming to inspire students to explore advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics.

The initiative built on the success of a similar program held earlier at Bosomtwe Girls STEM High School in the Ashanti Region.

The event, which took place at Ghana Senior High School Tamale, brought together participants from schools such as Tamale Senior High School, Business Senior High School Tamale, Anbariya Senior High School, and Tamale Girls Senior High School. It also attracted the presence of traditional rulers and prominent officials, including the Deputy Northern Regional Director of Education, Mr. Kingsley Adzraku.

In his remarks, Mr. Adzraku underscored the importance of STEM education in equipping students with the skills needed to address national and global challenges. He highlighted its potential to improve the quality of life while addressing issues such as energy efficiency. He praised the program as a key driver of national growth and innovation, emphasizing that initiatives like these foster a culture of technological curiosity and creativity among the youth.

Mr. Yakubu Fuseini, CEO of PAMEPI Women in Tech Ghana, spoke about the organization’s commitment to empowering young women and ensuring equal access to opportunities in technology. He described the program as a means of fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills among students, preparing them for future challenges and opportunities. He stressed that the organization’s focus on empowering young women reflects its dedication to bridging gender gaps in technology and innovation.

The Headmaster of Ghana Senior High School Tamale, Mr. Yakubu Haruna Douglas, appealed to the government and non-governmental organizations to prioritize investments in STEM education. He highlighted the transformative impact of technology on everyday life and its ability to address global challenges. He praised the inventors program for empowering students to become leaders and innovators who can drive positive change in their communities.

The program also served as a platform for students to present their innovative projects. Among the highlights were a smart waste bin designed by students from Tamale Girls Senior High School to address waste management challenges, and an electronic walking stick developed by Anbariya Senior High School to aid visually impaired individuals. These projects showcased the students’ creativity and their ability to apply technology to solve real-world problems.

The event reinforced the critical role of STEM education in fostering innovation and equipping Ghana’s youth with the tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. It also highlighted the importance of empowering young women to contribute to technological advancements and societal development.