12 Ghanaian education technology companies have been selected for the inaugural cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program. The program seeks to empower edtech companies and accelerate their growth and impact.
How will the program support the companies to scale?
Launched earlier this year in Ghana, the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship is being implemented by MEST Africa. The companies will also receive $60,000 equity-free funding and access other funding opportunities to fuel the growth and sustainability of your business.
The fellowship will provide the companies with the needed resources, mentorship, and support needed to accelerate their growth and impact.
Meet the Chosen Ones
- Perbi Cubs is an innovative literacy program using engaging digital tools to address poor reading skills among Ghanaian and African children.
- Inspiring Teachers Ghana, helps teachers improve the learning outcomes for Ghanaian children by leveraging their combined expertise in teacher training and program development.
- Dext Technology develops and deploys innovative, user-friendly and affordable tools for the effective learning of basic Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics education.
- Loozeele Excellence Academy is pioneering STEM-focused early childhood education in the Upper East region, offering comprehensive learning experiences and practical exposure at an accessible cost.
- Ayaprep is an educational application that teaches mathematics in local Ghanaian languages, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity in learning.
- Qknow Edtech democratizes education by offering quality learning resources and personalized tutoring, utilizing technology and educator expertise to provide accessible educational opportunities.
- Wonderspaced is an educational content creation, publishing, and distribution platform for primary school students and educators focused on promoting critical thinking, creativity, and literacy through interactive content.
- DeafCanTalk is revolutionising accessibility for deaf students with assistive technology, removing communication barriers and enabling inclusive education.
- Firefly IO is pioneering hands-on STEAM and Robotics education, fostering curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills to empower students to make real-world impacts.
- Coral Reef Innovation Hub prepares students for the future workforce through AI, content development, and Edtech services.
- eCampus is revolutionising learning with technology-driven solutions, facilitating smarter studying, employability, and prosperity for a billion learners worldwide.
- Alpha Virtual Academy is a comprehensive digital learning platform for K-9 schools featuring interactive modules, assessments, teacher training, and administrative tools.
Source: MEST Africa
