From AI in classrooms to cancer genomics, this weeks round up of Ghana STEM News show a growing role in global STEM innovation. They highlight how science impacts health, education, and sustainability, making STEM relevant for everyone.
1. Ultra-modern STEM complex launched at Adisadel College
Source: Ameyaw Debrah – “Adisadel College Commissions Ultra-Modern STEM Laboratories…” AmeyawDebrah.com
Adisadel College has opened a fully alumni-funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) complex including robotics & IT labs, engineering and mathematics labs. This matters because it signals local investment (alumni giving back) into quality STEM infrastructure which provides students with hands-on, inquiry-based learning facilities rather than just textbook lessons.
2. Ghanaian innovator recognised for aquaculture tech
Source: Wikipedia – Frank Owusu (innovator) page: Runner-up in the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation for “Aquamet”, a smart water-quality monitoring system. Wikipedia
Frank Owusu’s development of Aquamet – a local engineering solution tackling water-quality in fish farms shows Ghanaian STEM talent developing context-appropriate innovations (not just imported solutions). This international recognition (Africa Prize runner-up) gives visibility, networks, and potential for scaling.
3. Localizing generative AI tool for Ghanaian teacher training
Source: arXiv pre-print – “Glocalizing Generative AI in Education for the Global South: The Design Case of 21st Century Teacher Educator AI for Ghana” arXiv
Researchers in Ghana developed a generative-AI tool (the “21st Century Teacher Educator”) tailored for Ghana’s curriculum, languages (e.g., Twi, Dagbani), and context. Many AI tools are designed for Western contexts — localization means relevance and better uptake. It supports teacher education, so there’s a multiplier effect (better teachers → better student STEM learning). For Ghana STEM news, it highlights an often-underreported area: digital innovation and AI in education.
4. Workshop at University of Cape Coast to upskill STEM educators
Source: University of Cape Coast (UCC) news: “Holds STEM Education Workshop for Academic Senior Members” University of Cape Coast
UCC organised a workshop for senior academics across departments (Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Education) introducing robotics, coding, and low-tech STEM approaches. This addresses the need to upskill educators to teach modern STEM effectively. Additionally, cross-department collaboration means breaking silos (science, tech, engineering, maths). In Ghana STEM news, it suggests systemic capacity-building, not just student-level interventions.
5. Concerns raised about the nature of STEM-celebration in quizzes
Source: MyJoyOnline commentary – “A Quiz Is Not STEM: Ghana must stop confusing entertainment with education” MyJoyOnline
The article argues that while programmes like the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) are popular, they may emphasise speed and recall over innovation, experimentation and hands-on STEM learning. It prompts reflection on quality of STEM education in Ghana, not just quantity or visibility while also encouraging stakeholders to shift from spectacle (quizzes) to substance (labs, inquiry, experimentation).
In Ghana STEM news, it highlights a critical voice: that expanding STEM access must go with transforming pedagogy and culture.
6. Genomics Breakthrough for Cancer Care
Source: Ghana Business News
Yemaachi Biotech installed Africa’s first NovaSeq X Plus sequencer to advance cancer genomics.
This milestone promotes precision medicine and addresses inequities in cancer care for African populations.
7. Drug Innovation Group Tackles Malaria & TB
Source: Gavi
University of Ghana’s Drug Innovation Group is developing new treatments for malaria and tuberculosis.
With rising drug resistance, Ghana’s leadership in medicinal chemistry is critical for global health.