The Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD), in collaboration with the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE) and the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), has started the first batch of the Girls-in-ICT, Training of Girls (ToG) programme for the Ashanti Region.
This training, running from 28th October to 1st November 2024, aims to equip young girls with essential ICT skills across various centers in 18 districts.
This initiative seeks to inspire young girls to pursue careers in ICT and develop a strong interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The training modules include Scratch, Computer Programming, E-safety, Game Development, Website Development, Animation, and Coding, among others.
The districts participating in the first batch include Offinso North, Offinso South, Ahafo Ano North, Ahafo Ano South West, Ahafo Ano South East, Adansi South, Adansi North, Adansi Asokwa, Bosome Freho, Asante Akyem South, Asante Akyem Central, Asante Akyem North, Amansie West, Amansie South, Amansie Central, Adansi Akrofrom, Obuasi East, and Obuasi Municipal.
During the opening session at Jacobu Senior High School, the District Coordinating Officer, Mr. Anthony Brako, welcomed the initiative and commended the Ministry and its partners for extending the programme to benefit the districts.
He congratulated the selected girls and encouraged them to make the most of the five-day programme to unlock new opportunities in ICT.
Mr. Brako indicated that the training provides a valuable platform for girls to acquire digital skills and bridge the gap between technology and social development, thereby fostering economic empowerment.
Source: Aayushya Ranjan( TechAfricaNews)
