The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has hosted a delegation of student-athletes and coaches from Right to Dream Academy, celebrating their remarkable achievements in robotics and artificial intelligence alongside the institution’s well-known success in football development.
‎‎While the academy has earned international recognition for producing football stars such as Mohammed Kudus and Caleb Yirenkyi, Ghana’s goalscorer in the country’s 2026 FIFA World Cup victory over Panama, the latest visit highlighted the students’ growing excellence in science and technology.
‎The students recently secured first place in the national AI for Good competition and went on to achieve an impressive second-place finish in the senior category at the Robofest 2026 World Championship, demonstrating Ghana’s growing potential in emerging technologies.
‎‎During a courtesy call at the ministry, the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, commended the academy’s “more than a footballer” philosophy, which combines sporting excellence with academic and technological development.
‎Addressing the students, the minister emphasised the importance of digital skills and education as a long-term foundation for success beyond professional sports.
‎‎”Football has a shelf life,” he said. “What will set you apart from any other student who is equally gifted is the fact that in your CV, you have all of these robotics championships. The school knows that they’re not just getting a sports athlete; they’re also getting a fantastic science major.”
‎Mr George noted that digital literacy provides athletes with opportunities and career pathways long after their playing careers have ended, making technological competence an essential asset in today’s world.
‎‎The minister also expressed the government’s gratitude to the MTN Ghana Foundation and the Telecel Ghana Foundation for supporting the academy’s participation in upcoming international competitions.
‎‎He praised the two organisations for sponsoring the team’s journey to Geneva, Switzerland, where they will represent Ghana on the global stage in two weeks’ time.
‎‎To further strengthen the academy’s technological capabilities, Mr George announced that the ministry would donate 30 new laptops to support the institution’s computer laboratory. The ministry will also facilitate the enrolment of students onto the government’s One Million Coders Programme.
‎‎The initiative is expected to provide the young innovators with additional opportunities to develop advanced digital skills and build on their achievements in robotics and artificial intelligence.
‎‎The visit underscored the growing intersection between sports, technology and education in Ghana, with Right to Dream Academy emerging as a model for nurturing well-rounded young people capable of excelling in multiple fields.
‎As the students prepare to compete in Geneva, their achievements continue to demonstrate that Ghanaian youth can thrive not only on the football pitch but also in the rapidly evolving world of technology and innovation.
