The newly established Coalition of Organisations in STEM (COS), comprising a diverse group of private entities, non-governmental organisations, and advocates for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEM/STEAM), has called on Ghana's Minister of Education to prioritise collaboration with local STEM stakeholders to transform the country’s STEM education system.

In a statement issued today, the coalition acknowledged the government's ongoing efforts to advance STEM education in Ghana.

However, COS believes that significant untapped potential remains within the country's educational framework, which, if harnessed, could greatly benefit students and drive the local STEM economy.

The coalition emphasised the importance of innovative educational practices that align with the needs of the 21st-century economy.

COS expressed strong support for the Minister's vision to ensure that no Ghanaian child, regardless of their background or financial circumstances, is excluded from STEM education from primary through to tertiary levels.

The coalition stressed that solutions designed by Ghanaians for Ghanaians must be at the core of any educational reforms, with a focus on fostering a sustainable, innovation-driven economy.

Despite the growing emphasis on STEM in Ghana, COS raised concerns over the limited engagement with local STEM experts in the past.

The coalition argued that this lack of collaboration has stifled opportunities for innovation, job creation, and the development of a self-sustaining STEM ecosystem in the country.

COS urged the Minister not to repeat the mistakes of previous administrations and pledged to assist in creating an avenue for local STEM players to enhance education delivery from the primary level, potentially generating over 1,000 jobs for Ghanaian youth.

The coalition’s call to action highlighted the need for active collaboration with local experts to develop innovative STEM initiatives tailored to Ghana's unique needs.

By integrating local resources and expertise, COS believes that Ghana can build a more inclusive and effective educational framework that will not only improve learning outcomes but also contribute to national development.

The coalition expressed hope that, under the Minister's leadership, Ghana can cultivate a robust STEM ecosystem that empowers the next generation of leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers while creating meaningful job opportunities for young Ghanaians.