The 2024 Ghana National Robotic Competition for Junior High
Schools (JHS) and Senior High Schools (SHS) is set to unfold on the 22nd and
23rd days of February. Organized by the Coderina Education and Technology Foundation
in partnership with the Ministry of Education, this year's event will see
participation from 36 schools, comprising 25 SHSs and 5 JHSs.
Mr. Ben Amoakoh, the Country Representative for Coderina
Education and Technology Foundation, revealed in an exclusive interview with
GBCGHANAONLINE's Franklin Asare-Donkoh, that winners of the two-day robotics
competition will advance to compete for global recognition. These winners will
join other talented individuals from around the world in vying for prestigious
honors.
Selected from a pool of over 100 schools currently enrolled
in the program nationwide, the 36 participating schools reflect a significant
investment in robotics education in Ghana. Mr. Amoakoh disclosed that more than
5000 children and students have undergone robotics training since 2021,
underlining the program's commitment to fostering STEAM education and sparking
interest in science and technology among young learners.
The First Lego League (FLL) challenge, a cornerstone of the
competition, utilizes robotics and project-based learning to immerse children
in STEAM subjects, making learning both enjoyable and impactful. Mr. Amoakoh
emphasized the competition's potential to inspire innovation and creativity in
young minds, nurturing future leaders in robotics and engineering.
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, the Deputy Minister for Education,
emphasized the government's dedication to preparing Ghanaian students for the
evolving global workforce dominated by robotics. Recognizing the transformative
potential of robotics in various industries, he stressed the importance of
equipping future generations with the skills to navigate this technological
landscape.
The 25 SHSs selected for this year's competition include
prestigious institutions such as Presbyterian Boys SHS, Wesley Girls SHS, and
Adisadel College, among others. Additionally, five JHSs, including Achimota
Basic and Adweso Cluster, will showcase their robotics prowess, highlighting
the diverse participation across educational levels.
As Ghana continues to invest in robotics education, events
like the National Robotic Competition serve as catalysts for innovation,
preparing students to excel in the dynamic field of technology and engineering.
With the government's unwavering support, Ghanaian students are poised to
become pioneers in robotics, shaping the future of industry and innovation on a
global scale.