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In Ghana, young tech enthusiasts are enhancing women’s and girls’ participation in STEM by using 3D printing to create robot parts. This method enables rapid prototyping and cost-effective solutions, empowering innovators and fostering creativity. Our technology correspondent, Paul Ndiho, just returned from the West African nation, where he met Jonathan Kennedy, CEO of Inovtech Stem Center in Accra. He is leading this initiative to create a more inclusive future in STEM education and inspire female tech talent.

Many Nigerians need more legal identification to access social services, with over half the population needing documentation. Only 12% have a national identification number, and less than 1% possess an identity card. The “Nigeria Digital Identification for Development” project, in collaboration with the Nigerian government and the World Bank, aims to create a digital identification system for all Nigerians to enhance access to services while promoting inclusivity and gender equality. Our technology correspondent, Paul Ndiho, spoke to Hilary Damissah, Editor of Cyber News and COO at the Center for Cyber Awareness and Development in Abuja, Nigeria.

President-Elect John Mahama has returned to lead Ghana after winning a contested election against Vice President Mahamadu Bawumia.

His victory is attributed mainly to widespread dissatisfaction with the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) amid economic struggles, including inflation, defaulting national debt, unemployment, and the profound implications of illegal mining on the country’s resources and communities.

In an exclusive interview with VOA’s Paul Ndiho, President John Dramani Mahama discusses some of Ghana’s most pressing challenges today and how he plans to tackle them.

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama is set to return to office on January 7, 2025, after winning the 2024 election and defeating ruling party candidate Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. In a sit-down interview with VOA’s Paul Ndiho, the president-elect said he looks to use his second term to strengthen the nation’s economy, paving the way for job creation, and address issues like corruption and galamsey. This term describes ongoing illegal small-scale mining.

Former President John Mahama is returning as Ghana’s president after defeating Vice President Mahamadu Bawumia in the December 7th election. His victory comes amid widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s management of the country’s economic crisis. VOA’s Paul Ndiho has more.

Ghana’s Electoral Commission has announced John Dramani Mahama as the president-elect following the 2024 presidential elections in Accra. Mahama, the opposition leader of NDC, secured over 56 percent of the votes, successfully defeating Mahamudu Bawumia, the candidate from the ruling party NPP. This result reflects voter dissatisfaction with the government’s economic management and the rising cost of living, as citizens opted for change during the recent ballot.

A dynamic team of young Ghanaians is gearing up to make their mark at the ENJOY AI 2024 Global Robotics Competition finals in Shanghai, China. This inspiring group of students has dedicated the past six weeks to intense training and collaboration, and they are eager to represent Ghana alongside other African teams from Uganda, Kenya, and Morocco.
Focusing on innovation, creativity, and perseverance, these talented individuals embody the spirit of global competition while striving to highlight Ghana’s growing presence in robotics.

Ghana’s opposition leader, John Mahama, has officially won the presidential election, securing over 56.6 percent of the vote, while the ruling party candidate, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, garnered 41.6 percent. VOA’s Paul Ndiho is in Accra, Ghana, and has more

Accra voters prioritize peace and stability as they head to the polls. They are committed to peaceful elections while choosing their next president and parliament. With the economy being a significant concern, candidates such as frontrunner Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia and former President John Mahama are engaged in a tightly contested race. Citizens are determined to use their votes to foster an environment of tranquility and development in the country. VOA’s Paul Ndiho spoke to some of the voters from downtown Accra.

The upcoming general election in Ghana is set for Saturday, with intense competition shaping the political landscape. The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), led by current Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, faces off against the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), represented by former President John Mahama. VOA’s Paul Ndiho has more from Accra, Ghana.