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The MTN Ghana Foundation, in collaboration with the University for Development Studies (UDS), has taken a significant step towards advancing digital learning and STEM education in the Northern Region. The organizations have officially broken ground for the construction of a modern Student Resource Centre on the Tamale campus, marking a major milestone in their commitment to bridging the digital gap and fostering innovation.
The GHS 9.7 million facility, scheduled for completion in eight months, will provide UDS students and visiting learners from other institutions with cutting-edge digital infrastructure. The centre will feature a fully equipped computer lab with 70 laptops, robotics tools, and video conferencing facilities linked to UDS Nyankpala Campus. Students will also have access to courses through the MTN Skills Academy platform, and the centre will offer opportunities for non-UDS students in the region to register for digital skills training.
Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony, Robert Kuzoe, Senior Manager of MTN Ghana Foundation, emphasized the significance of the initiative in addressing Ghana’s youth unemployment challenge. With 57% of Ghana’s population under the age of 25, Kuzoe noted that the project directly responds to the urgent need for skills development to prepare young people for opportunities in the digital world. He added that the foundation is not just laying the foundation for a building, but rather a future where Ghana’s youth are equipped with the skills and opportunities to lead in the digital age.
Professor Muniru Alhassan, Dean at the UDS Nyankpala Campus, expressed his gratitude to MTN Ghana Foundation for their support. He described the centre as a one-stop hub for nurturing both technical and social intelligence, providing students with the competitive edge needed to blend theory with practice and meet job market demands.
The project falls under the Education focus area of the MTN Ghana Foundation, which remains committed to investing in interventions that enhance capacity building and improve learning efficiencies for both teachers and students. This initiative is a testament to the foundation’s dedication to empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators.
