By Kodjo Adams
Accra, Oct.14, GNA- The organisers of this year’s Stemnnovation competition have selected 56 Senior High Schools from 250 registered institutions to participate in the grand finale in Accra.
The chosen schools will present their innovations focused on environmental sustainability, energy sustainability, and food sovereignty to a panel of five judges.
The competition, scheduled for Wednesday, October 16, offers cash prizes of GH¢ 50,000 for the winner, GH¢ 40,000 for second place, and GH¢ 30,000 for third place.
Schools that place fourth to tenth will receive GH¢ 20,000 each, while those in the eleventh to twentieth positions will each get GH¢ 10,000.
The competition is being organised by the Ministry of Education in partnership with the National Entrepreneurship Innovation Programme.
It is on the theme “Addressing Future Challenges Now.”
Prof. Kingsley Nyarko, the Deputy Minister of Education responsible for Technical and Vocational Education and Training, noted that this year’s competition saw a 10 percent increase in participating schools compared to 2023.
He praised the creativity of the schools, emphasising that the event highlights collaboration in showcasing the future of Ghanaian innovation.
Prof. Nyarko revealed that 51 per cent of the projects would focus on environmental issues, 21 per cent on energy innovations, and 11 per cent on digital solutions, reflecting the dynamism and ingenuity of the next generation of Ghanaians.
He was confident that the students’ solutions would motivate the country to explore new approaches to tackle challenges in those fields.
“The competition will bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills, ensuring that our young people not only innovate but also create tangible solutions that can be applied across industries,” he said.
Mr. William Darkwa, National Coordinator of the Free SHS Secretariat, emphasised the significance of STEM education in unlocking students’ creative potential.
“STEM education is key to unlocking the socio-economic transformation of the country. Students develop ground-breaking concepts to address societal problems,” he said.
GNA