From quantum‑safe communications and EV myths debunked, to kids coding with Arduino, AI summits, and climate action roadmaps, Ghana’s STEM scene this week mixed practical training with policy and investment momentum. Each item affects everyday life—safer data, cleaner transport, better classes, healthier communities, and more opportunities for young people. (All part of this week’s Ghana STEM news.)
1) Quantum security, explained hands‑on at KNUST
The Ghana Photonics & Optics Laboratory at KNUST ran a practical workshop on quantum technology for secure digital communication. Students and researchers learned how quantum techniques can keep messages safe from hacking—think of it as teaching the next generation how to lock our data with physics rather than passwords.
Why it matters: As banking, health records, and government services go digital, quantum‑safe security will become essential. Training local talent now means Ghana won’t need to import expertise later—great news for jobs, national security, and digital trust. (A solid highlight in this week’s Ghana STEM news.) [knust.edu.gh]
2) Electric vehicles: facts over fiction
KNUST’s Brew‑Hammond Energy Centre and the Climate Compatible Growth Programme hosted a two‑day EV stakeholder primer to address safety concerns and clear up misconceptions about electric mobility in Ghana.
Why it matters: Clear, science‑based information helps Ghanaians evaluate EVs without myths. This improves consumer confidence, informs policy (charging infrastructure, grid planning), and supports cleaner transport—another notable entry in Ghana STEM news this week. [knust.edu.gh]
3) Dengue outbreak update underscores surveillance needs
A December update revisited Ghana’s ongoing response to dengue fever, noting confirmed cases from the 2024 outbreak and reinforcing prevention guidance (repellents, covered water containers, prompt care). Scientific reviews from the year analyzed lessons for arboviral preparedness.
Why it matters: Vector‑borne diseases are a public‑health reality in the tropics. Strengthening lab diagnostics, early warning systems, and community education saves lives and reduces strain on clinics—an important public‑health strand within Ghana STEM news. [thehighstr…siness.com], [mdpi.com] [mdpi.com]
4) RoboCode Ghana graduates 65 young makers in Elmina
Sixty‑five pupils (ages 6–13) completed a STEM training using Scratch‑for‑Arduino (S4A), combining coding with simple electronics. The programme featured gender‑inclusive participation and community partnerships.
Why it matters: Early, hands‑on STEM experiences build curiosity and confidence. These graduates aren’t just coding—they’re designing and debugging, the same mindset used by engineers and scientists. It’s grassroots capacity building proudly featured in Ghana STEM news. [ghanaweb.com]
5) Climate action priorities laid out in Accra
Ghana’s Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability highlighted urgent NDC implementation, a green taxonomy to steer sustainable investment, and the creation of a National Climate Change & Sustainability Hub to link science, policy, and practice.
Why it matters: Clear priorities plus a science‑policy hub help translate research into action—better resilience to floods, heat, and pollution. For lay readers: this is about making climate spending actually go to green projects that improve daily life. A strong governance angle in Ghana STEM news. [ghanaweb.com]
6) Barcamp Accra spotlights mentorship for young innovators
Barcamp Accra 2025 (Dec 20) brought mentors (including Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann) and youth together for speed‑mentoring and community building around impact, innovation, quality.
Why it matters: Mentorship reduces barriers to entry: it helps young people find internships, co‑founders, and practical advice. Events like this keep Ghana’s STEM and tech pipeline inclusive and vibrant—closing our week with community‑driven Ghana STEM news. [ghanamma.com]
7) Ghana Employers’ Association Launches “Girls in Tech” Programme
The Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA), in partnership with the University of Ghana and the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise, unveiled Girls in Tech — a programme designed to equip junior and senior high school girls with digital, innovation, and technology skills. The initiative includes exposure to AI, digital tools, advanced manufacturing, and data systems.
Why it Matters: This highlights a major push toward gender equity in STEM careers. Early exposure to technology can help bridge the gender gap and empower young women to pursue high-demand fields like engineering, data science, and AI — ultimately strengthening Ghana’s future workforce.
- Source: News Ghana News Ghana
8) Government Reaffirms Support for Research via CSIR & Research Fund
Ghana’s Vice President met with leadership of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The government reaffirmed its commitment to scientific research and innovation, highlighting the operationalisation of the Ghana National Research Fund (GNRF) to boost research funding nationwide.
Why it Matters: Sustainable research funding is pivotal for scientific discovery, technological innovation, and economic transformation. This piece of Ghana STEM news signals long-term government backing for scientists and innovators — which can translate into improved agriculture, health solutions, and industrial technologies for the general publi
- Source: Citi Newsroom CitiNewsroom.com
9). STEMBox Initiative Gains Strategic Funding from GETFund
The Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) announced strategic financing to support the nationwide rollout of the STEMBox initiative — a hands-on portable science lab kit for basic schools. President John Dramani Mahama officiated the launch that aims to modernize science education by giving students tools to explore scientific concepts practically.
Why it Matters: Practical science learning nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills from an early age. This demonstrates how public investment can reduce educational inequity by providing basic schools — even in rural areas — with access to modern STEM tools.
- Source: ModernGhana Modern Ghana
10). International Materials Science Conference Held in Accra
Accra hosted the 19th International Conference on Advanced Materials (IUMRS-ICAM 2025), bringing together materials scientists and engineers from around Africa and beyond. Workshops included nanofiber synthesis, electrochemistry, and renewable energy technologies.
Why it Matters: Materials science underpins many technologies — from sustainable energy to biomedical devices. Hosting this conference positions Ghana as a hub for regional scientific exchange and collaboration, and exposes local researchers to global advancements.
- Source: University of Ghana (IUMRS-ICAM) University of Ghana