Akim Asafo:The Ntikuma Project (TNP), a nonprofit organization in Ghana, has officially handed over a new computer lab to the Akim Asafo Presbyterian Basic School. This initiative includes 14 all-in-one desktop computers and a printer, marking the opening of the school's first operational ICT lab.
According to Ghana Web, the handover event took place in the Abuakwa South Municipality and is part of TNP's efforts to bridge the digital divide in primary and junior high schools. An additional six computers are expected to be delivered by the end of 2026. TNP has also pledged to provide an ASANKA Device for three years, which will support teaching and learning without needing an internet connection.
Previously, the school's ICT lessons were limited to a whiteboard or a single laptop owned by the ICT teacher, accommodating an average class size of 40 pupils. The new lab aims to enhance practical learning by allowing students to engage directly with technology.
The equipment donation is unconditional, and the school now owns the devices. Each computer runs Windows 11 with LibreOffice and an offline learning library, ensuring full functionality without internet access. All equipment was verified and recorded in an asset register shared with the school and the District Education Directorate.
The handover was witnessed by various stakeholders, including representatives from the Akim Asafo Traditional Authority, the Ghana Education Service, and the school's Parent-Teacher Association. TNP managed all aspects of procurement, customs clearance, and installation.
This project is the first phase of TNP's TEPS framework, which aims to develop young people into Technology Enhanced Problem Solvers. Teacher orientation occurred before the handover, and TNP will monitor the program's impact on learning outcomes.
Kay Ampofo, Founder and Executive Director of TNP, emphasized the importance of providing technology access to every child in Ghana, starting with his hometown school. Headteacher Twum Ampofo Thomas expressed gratitude for the new lab, highlighting its role in preparing students for the digital age and enhancing their problem-solving skills.
The Ntikuma Project is committed to equipping underserved schools with technology and training, beginning its work in the Eastern Region of Ghana.