Lancaster University Ghana and KGL Foundation Empower Students with Tech Experience

Accra: More than 30 Senior High School students from 10 underserved and international schools have benefited from an 8-week Emerging Technologies Centre (ETC) Bootcamp. The bootcamp provided these students with immersive experiences in artificial intelligence, robotics, coding, microcontrollers, smart systems, and advanced 3D printing. According to Ghana News Agency, the program was organized by Lancaster University Ghana (LUG) in partnership with the KGL Foundation, also supporting six teachers. The Bootcamp is a hands-on learning program designed to introduce young people to emerging technologies and practical innovation. Throughout the 8-week course, participants engaged in intensive hands-on training, collaborative teamwork, peer-to-peer mentorship, and insightful guest lectures. The goal was to foster creativity, problem-solving skills, and technological curiosity. Dr. Emmanuel Arthur, Provost at Lancaster University Ghana, emphasized the university's commitment to excellence in STEM education, especi ally for young people from underserved communities. He highlighted the institution's goal to contribute to developing a pipeline of future engineers, innovators, and technology leaders. Dr. Arthur also noted that the partnership's support was crucial for the successful implementation of the bootcamp, reinforcing a shared vision of youth empowerment, digital inclusion, and skills development in Ghana. Lancaster University Ghana and the KGL Foundation are not just preparing students for tomorrow; they are helping them build it today.