Beyond connectivity, Telecel Group is investing in young learners’ digital and soft skills
Before Dorcas first joined the Skills for School Programme, she barely spoke in class. She was shy, struggled with anxiety and often doubted herself. Standing up in class to answer a simple question felt difficult.
Telecel Group's investment in the Skills for School Programme is transforming the lives of young people in Ghana, focusing on both digital and soft skills development. Before joining the program, Dorcas was shy, anxious, and lacked confidence in speaking up in class. However, the Skills for School programme helped her overcome these challenges, becoming a confident leader and a role model for her peers.
The programme, run by King’s Trust International in partnership with Junior Achievement Ghana, targets 11 to 17-year-olds in 31 schools within the Greater Accra Region. Since its launch in 2020, over 5,000 young people have benefited from the initiative, which aims to equip them with essential skills for education, employment, and life.
With Telecel Group's support, the Skills for School Programme has expanded its impact by integrating a significant digital learning component. The funding has improved access to technology and infrastructure, including the establishment of computer labs in seven schools. Additionally, a new digital safety module has been introduced to educate students about online security.
External Affairs Director of Telecel Ghana, Komla Buami, emphasized the importance of preparing young people for the digital future, stating that Telecel Group's investment aims to give students the confidence to speak up, solve problems, collaborate, and use technology as a tool for opportunity creation. Programme Manager at Junior Achievement Ghana, Lorretta Domfeh Owusu, highlighted the programme's focus on targeting young people who face challenges with confidence, communication, self-management, and academic engagement, including learners with disabilities.
The partnership between Telecel Group, King’s Trust International, and Junior Achievement Ghana has been instrumental in enhancing the Skills for School Programme. Andre Harriman, Head of Delivery for Africa at King’s Trust International, expressed gratitude for Telecel Group's support, stating that the collaboration has enabled the introduction of a digital dimension to the program, providing students with practical digital skills and an understanding of online safety to support their educational journeys and future careers.
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