Ghana’s hard work and love for technology shone brightly at the ENJOY AI Global Robotics Championship 2024 in Shanghai, China. Competing against 34 countries and over 100,000 participants, the MakersPlace Robotics Team represented Ghana with creativity, teamwork, and determination, earning international praise and awards.
The team, made up of amazing students from Globen School, RisingSun Montessori, and Brentford International Academy, made Ghana proud. After months of hard training in robotics, coding, and artificial intelligence, their efforts paid off with two big wins:
- Most Dedicated Team Award
- Team Spirit Award
On top of this, The MakersPlace was named the Best Organization, showing how much they’ve done to support STEM education in Ghana. This achievement isn’t just about awards; it shows how technology and education can help shape the future for young people.
What Makes This Event Special?
The ENJOY AI Global Robotics Championship is one of the biggest robotics competitions in the world. It brings together young problem-solvers from many different countries to show off their skills in technology, teamwork, and creativity. Ghana’s amazing performance proved how much talent there is in Africa to lead the way in technology and innovation.
The MakersPlace Robotics Team got to this level through lots of hard work, support from their families and schools, and guidance from experienced mentors. Their journey showed what can be achieved with dedication and a love for learning.
Building the Future of Technology in Ghana
At The MakersPlace, the goal is to help young Ghanaians gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed in a world powered by technology. This victory is proof of what can happen when students are given the chance to dream big and work hard. By offering top-notch STEM education, The MakersPlace is helping Ghana become a leader in robotics and artificial intelligence.
“Winning at the ENJOY AI Global Robotics Championship is more than just getting awards,” said Douglas Ayitey, Founder of The MakersPlace. “It’s about giving young Ghanaians the chance to showcase their incredible talents, compete globally, and pursue meaningful careers in technology. This achievement fills us with pride and strengthens our commitment to bringing STEM education to even more communities across Ghana.”
What’s Next?
This success is just the beginning. The MakersPlace is committed to bringing STEM education to even more young people across Ghana. With new partnerships, hands-on learning programs, and more competitions, the dream is to help every child discover their potential, no matter where they come from.
We want to thank the students, their schools, parents, and everyone who supports The MakersPlace. Together, we’re building a brighter future for Ghana and the world.
We invite schools that want their students to experience the excitement of robotics competitions to join us on this incredible journey. Partner with The MakersPlace to provide your students with the skills and opportunities to shine on both national and international stages. Additionally, we welcome organisations and sponsors who are passionate about empowering young innovators to support our robotics team in achieving even greater heights. Together, let’s inspire the next generation of technology leaders. Reach out to us today!
Congratulations to Team Ghana and The MakersPlace Robotics Team! You’ve shown that with hard work and big dreams, anything is possible.
