NSMQ and Science Digest Show: A partnership advancing science and health education in Ghana
Long before Africans interacted with Europeans, Africans had cultivated scientific knowledge that guided them in performing technical activities such as building, farming, fishing, healing the sick, and communicating. Through scientific principles, they could study astronomy, which allowed them to determine seasons for farming, fishing, and hunting.
The National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) and the Science Digest Show have joined forces to advance science and health education in Ghana. The NSMQ, which began in 1994, has become a prestigious platform for second cycle schools to showcase their knowledge and passion for science. However, not all schools possess the necessary resources to excel in science education. The Science Digest Show, a six-year-old initiative, aims to dispel myths about science education and provide health education to Ghanaians.
Led by Dr. Solomon Bediako-Frempong, the Science Digest Show uses a teaching approach that makes scientific and health facts accessible to everyone. The Show has recognized the NSMQ by introducing an award scheme for top runner-up schools. In 2024, they awarded GH¢3,000 to Adonten Senior High School, a private school that reached the semifinals of the NSMQ.
This year, the Show supported Bright Senior High School in Kukurantumi, Eastern Region, becoming the first private school to receive the award for reaching the semifinals.
The Science Digest Show's initiatives emphasize the importance of creating an environment where young people can overcome misconceptions about science, discover their potential, and pursue careers that contribute to human welfare. Their vision is for Ghana to embrace science and technology fully, aligning with the nation's desire to uplift humanity and make the Earth a better place.
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