This edition of Quarterly Newsletter: Inside This Issue covers the period October – December 2024, capturing the spirit of resilience, collaboration, and meaningful action that drives our work.
This issue highlights our end-of-year reflections, strengthened partnerships, and strategic initiatives that continue to push the boundaries of advocacy and change for communities across Ghana and beyond.
Enjoy the read and thank you for staying with us on this journey of impact.
This edition of Quarterly Newsletter: Inside This Issue covers the period July – September 2024, capturing the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and sustainable impact that defines our work.
This issue places a spotlight on our growing partnerships and forward-thinking innovations that are shaping a brighter, healthier future for communities across Ghana and beyond.
Enjoy the read and thank you for staying with us on this journey of impact.
On March 22, 2025, the Yamoransa Model Lab 14 was officially dedicated in Nadowli-Kaleo in the Upper West Region, marking a significant milestone in bridging the educational gap through technology, particularly in such remote areas in Ghana. Designed to equip students with cutting-edge digital tools and resources, YM Lab 14 is set to revolutionize learning and foster innovation in the region.
Under the auspices of Rt. Hon. Alban S.K. Bagbin, Speaker of the Parliament of Ghana, who financed the construction of the facility as part of his commitment to promoting STEAM education, emphasized in his speech the lab’s role in fostering sustainable development. He urged the community to take ownership of the facility and ensure its sustainability for future generations.
This lab represents more than just bricks and mortar; it embodies the spirit of innovation and the promise of a brighter future. It is a space where dreams will be nurtured, ideas will be cultivated and solutions to pressing challenges will be discovered. – Rt. Hon. Alban S.K. Bagbin (Speaker of Parliament / Promoter & Building Financier YM Lab 14)
The dedication ceremony brought together dignitaries, educators, stakeholders, students, and members of the Nadowli-Kaleo community at the forefront of the YM Lab 14 building to celebrate this momentous achievement. The event was graced by officials from the Parliament of Ghana, representatives from the District Coordinating Council, District Assembly, District Education Directorate, Ghana Education Service (GES), Kaleo Traditional Council, and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Upper West Region executives, alongside CSOs, private institutions, and media representatives.
Executives from the Helping Africa Foundation (HAF), the technology funders of the project, highlighted the stakeholder engagement efforts leading up to the commissioning and commended the Speaker’s commitment to expanding STEAM education in Ghana. The CEO of TECHAiDE, Mr. Kafui Prebbie, also took the stage to discuss the ASANKA digital learning platform, which has been integrated into all devices in the lab. This innovative platform, built into computers and tablets, enables students and teachers to access the GES curriculum and other educational content offline and for free, ensuring seamless learning experiences without internet dependency.
The YM Lab 14 is a state-of-the-art facility featuring:
With these resources, the lab is expected to serve approximately 3,439 students from 10 schools in the Kaleo community, while also being accessible to individuals outside the school system.
As the driving force behind this project, Rt. Hon. Alban S.K. Bagbin pledged his continued support to bridge educational gaps in his district through collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable funding to expand the initiative to other communities. The local community expressed excitement and appreciation, with many parents emphasizing how the advanced technology in the lab would enhance their children’s learning experiences.
IMPLEMENTERS remains committed to bridging the educational gap through technology through the Yamoransa Model Labs Program. With the establishment of YM Lab 14, students in Nadowli-Kaleo now have an opportunity to build practical STEAM skills, empowering them to become innovators and problem-solvers for a sustainable future.
On February 13, 2025, IMPLEMENTERS took a significant step in advancing sustainable agriculture by hosting an Agriculture Consultation Session at the Center for Opportunities and Rural Development (CORD-Ghana) in Sognaayili, Tamale. The session brought together experts from diverse sectors, including academia, foundations, TVET institutions, farmer associations, NGOs, women empowerment groups, and government agencies.
This strategic gathering aimed to analyze critical challenges facing Ghana’s agricultural sector, identify key opportunities to enhance productivity and sustainability, and explore funding avenues to drive impactful agricultural initiatives.
The session facilitated engaging discussions on emerging trends, policy interventions, and strategic solutions for sustainable agricultural transformation. Experts shared insights on climate-smart farming, post-harvest losses, access to finance, and responsible consumption and production, aligning with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12.
Following the consultation, on February 14, 2025, the IMPLEMENTERS team visited the University for Development Studies (UDS) – Africa Food Innovations to have a firsthand look at agricultural technologies and best practices that can be integrated into real-world farming to boost resilience and productivity.
At IMPLEMENTERS, we are committed to bridging research, policy, and practice to create a more resilient and sustainable agricultural sector. By fostering multi-sectoral partnerships and driving innovation, we aim to ensure food security, economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability for communities across Ghana and beyond.
On February 18, 2025, IMPLEMENTERS, in collaboration with the National Consortium For Voluntary Organisations Ghana (NCVO Ghana) and the Partnership Bureau, officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to solidify a strategic partnership for the upcoming Africa Non-Profit Organisations Summit 2025. This trilateral agreement brings IMPLEMENTERS on board as an operational partner, leveraging our expertise in event execution, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement to ensure the summit’s success.
The Africa Non-Profit Organisations Summit (ANPOS) is a collaborative effort aimed at bringing together non-profit organisations, thought leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders across Africa. The goal is to enhance organisational capacity in the non-profit sector, strengthen impact and innovation in social development, and foster cross-sector collaborations and partnerships.
This second edition of the Africa Non-Profit Organisations Summit is expected to convene a diverse group of participants, including non-profit founders, funders, philanthropic organisations, corporate entities, social enterprises, and representatives from the public sector and government.
As an operational partner, IMPLEMENTERS will play a key role in ensuring the effective planning and execution of the summit. Our responsibilities will include event management and logistics, overseeing all aspects of planning and coordination to ensure a seamless experience for participants. We will also contribute to summit content development, designing sections of the agenda that align with current trends and challenges in the non-profit sector. Additionally, IMPLEMENTERS will be involved in on-ground execution, ensuring smooth facilitation and engagement throughout the event.
At IMPLEMENTERS, our involvement in the Africa Non-Profit Organisations Summit 2025 aligns with our commitment to creating a meaningful impact through strategic partnerships. IMPLEMENTERS is proud to be part of this journey, and we are committed to ensuring the success of the summit and its impact on the non-profit ecosystem in Ghana and beyond.
The Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AIRTAD) & Robotics Competition ends the 2025 edition leaving behind a legacy of innovation and a renewed commitment to STEAM education in Ghana and beyond.
Held from February 22 to 26 and under the theme ‘The Yamoransa Model Impact Year: Scaling Successes of Bridging Educational Gaps with Technology’, the fourth edition of AIRTAD was dubbed the Impact Year for the Yamoransa Model Labs (YM Labs) Program, which has since 2016 been providing students in deprived communities with state-of-the-art ICT and Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education facilities, equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving technological world.
The event saw over 700 attendees, bringing together industry leaders in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) field, policymakers, students, and young innovators from the various Yamoransa Model Labs in Ghana, Liberia and The Gambia to celebrate the impact of the Yamoransa Model (YM) Labs Program on STEAM education and explore solutions to challenges in integrating STEAM into Africa’s educational landscape.
The event kicked off with preliminary competitions on February 22 & 24, hosted at Academic City University. The preliminary session of AIRTAD 2025 saw YM Labs beneficiaries from Ghana, Liberia, and The Gambia and students from various senior high schools in Ghana including the Presbyterian Boys Senior High School, Accra Academy, St. Mary’s Senior High School, Odorgonno Senior High School, Presby Senior High – Teshie, Labone Senior High School, Accra Girls Senior High School, Aburi Girls Senior High School, and Achimota School competing in riddles, problem-solving challenges, and hands-on robotics tasks.
At the end of the preliminary competitions, Achimota School, YM Lab Liberia, YM Lab 3.1, and Accra Academy advanced to the grand finale of the Senior High School (SHS) competition, while YM Lab 7, YM Lab 8, YM Lab 4, and YM Lab 11 qualified for the basic school finals.
The main event, held at the Cedi Conference Center, University of Ghana, on February 25 and 26, was a powerful gathering of stakeholders discussing the impact and future of STEAM education in Africa.
The opening remarks featured esteemed guests, including Prof. Elsie Kaufmann, Dean of the School of Engineering Sciences, University of Ghana, and the Country Representative of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to Ghana, Mr. Edmund Moukala. Their speeches emphasized the crucial role of technology, robotics, and innovation in transforming education and preparing students for the future.
The event featured other key highlights including the Yamoransa Model Roadmap Talks which featured the visionaries behind the YM Labs Program including Dr. Deborah Rose, President, Helping Africa Foundation (HAF), Mr Japhet Aryiku, Executive Director, HAF, Mr Jonathan Wiesner, Deputy Executive Director, HAF and Mr Kafui Prebbie, CEO, IMPLEMENTERS. The discussion delved into the impact of the Yamoransa Model Labs and highlighted the expansion and sustainability of YM Labs across Africa.
Roundtable Discussions on The Yamoransa Model as a Blueprint of Sustainability featured panelists including Hon. Vincent Oppong Asamoah, Member of Parliament for Dormaa West, Victor Opare-Addo, GES Representative for YM Lab 7, Edward Kwarteng Owusu, Center Manager for YM Lab 8, and Richard Brefo Boateng, Assistant Impact Manager, IMPLEMENTERS, discuss the role of STEAM education in solving real-world problems.
Further discussions on Sustaining Impact and Scaling Innovation in STEAM Education put a focus on empowering educators and expanding STEAM opportunities for students. This session was moderated by Prof. Elsie Kaufmann, and featured astute professionals including Nana Darko Asiedu, country manager, ALX Ghana, Abdul Hamid Yakub, Program Specialist, UNESCO Ghana, Mrs. Faruiza Safian, Executive Director, CAMFED Ghana, and Dr. Dennis Sinyolo, Africa Director for Education International.
A notable moment during the event was the attendance of His Excellency Hiroshi Yoshimoto, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Ghana, who delivered a powerful speech on the need to utilize STEM skills to think critically to solve problems. He further emphasized that the power of STEM has the potential to expand young people’s capabilities.
The event further featured project exhibitions from young innovators from YM Labs pitch groundbreaking projects addressing sustainable development goals including zero hunger through sustainable agriculture (SDG 2), affordable & clean energy solutions (SDG 7), smart homes for sustainable urban living (SDG 11).
The final day of AIRTAD 2025 saw a thrilling grand finale of the senior high and basic school robotics competition. In the Senior High category, Achimota School emerged as the champions, taking home GHS 6,000 cash prize, four laptops, and an educational support fund of GHS 18,000. YM Lab Liberia secured second place, earning GHS 3,000 cash prize and an educational support fund of GHS 15,000, while YM Lab 3.1 claimed third place, receiving GHS 2,000 cash prize and an educational support fund of GHS 10,000.
In the Basic School category, YM Lab 7 clinched the championship title, winning a GHS 5,000 cash prize and an educational support fund of GHS 12,000. YM Lab 8 finished as runners-up, securing GHS 3,000 cash prize and an educational support fund of GHS 10,000, while YM Lab 4 took third place, earning GHS 2,000 cash prize and an additional GHS 7,000 in educational support.
As part of efforts to empower the individuals who drive the success of the Yamoransa Model Labs Program, a specialized Robotics, AI & Leadership Training was conducted on February 27 and 28 for YM Lab beneficiaries, center managers, and Ghana Education Service (GES) representatives. This two-day training equipped participants with advanced technical skills, critical problem-solving strategies, and leadership techniques to drive future innovation in their communities.
The event ended with a renewed commitment from partners and policymakers to expand STEAM education and ensure continued innovation and sustainability in Ghana’s educational sector.
AIRTAD is a flagship initiative designed to evaluate the successes of the Yamoransa Model Labs and to celebrate the innovations and talents of young minds in STEAM. With over 13 labs across Ghana, Liberia, and The Gambia, the initiative is shaping the next generation of problem-solvers and tech innovators.
The Yamoransa Model Labs Program, a pioneering initiative funded by the Helping Africa Foundation (HAF) and managed by IMPLEMENTERS (IMP), is set to host the fourth edition of the Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AIRTAD) and Robotics Competition. The highly anticipated event will take place from February 22 to 26, 2025, under the theme “The Yamoransa Model Impact Year: Scaling the Successes of Bridging Educational Gaps with Technology.”
Since 2016, the Yamoransa Model (YM) Labs have played a crucial role in expanding access to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and STEAM education in underserved communities across Ghana and beyond. AIRTAD serves as both a celebration of these remarkable achievements and a platform to explore future opportunities in STEAM education.
This year’s event will feature an exciting lineup of activities, including preliminary robotics competitions, roundtable discussions, exhibitions of student projects, and a grand finale showcasing the best of Ghana’s young innovators.
The competition will commence with preliminary rounds on February 22 and 24 at the Academic City University, where students from various YM Labs will showcase their robotics skills. The main event, scheduled for February 25 and 26 at the Cedi Conference Center, University of Ghana, will feature high-level discussions, project exhibitions, and networking opportunities with key policymakers and industry leaders.
A key highlight of the event will be a guest lecture on the ethical considerations of AI in education, as well as lightning talks and an awards ceremony recognizing the most innovative student projects.
The organizers invite all stakeholders in education, technology, and policy development to participate in this groundbreaking event. For media coverage and partnership opportunities, interested parties can contact bokam@theimplementers.org or call 020-0119-132.
To register for the event, visit https://bit.ly/airtad2025registration.
Join us as we drive the future of STEAM education and innovation in Ghana!
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