Two young Ghanaian schoolgirls are emerging as powerful symbols of Africa’s growing presence in global artificial intelligence and robotics, placing Ghana firmly on the international innovation map.
Maame Abena Nhyira Antwiwaa Yamoah-Antwi and Nana Adwoa Aseda Ampomaah Yamoah-Antwi, pupils of , have captured global attention through their participation in one of the world’s most competitive youth robotics and AI platforms. The pair are members of AI GIRLS, a Ghanaian team that has come to represent confidence, excellence, and the rising potential of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education in the country.
Their journey from Accra to is being celebrated as a milestone moment for Ghanaian youth innovation. In December 2025, the girls competed at the , one of the largest global competitions for young innovators, drawing participants from 61 countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa.
The Ghanaian delegation to the global finals was led by , a pioneering institution dedicated to equipping children, young people, and educators with hands-on skills in robotics, coding, and artificial intelligence. Through structured training, mentorship, and exposure to global platforms, The MakersPlace has played a key role in nurturing the talents that propelled AI GIRLS onto the world stage.
AI GIRLS first announced their arrival on the continental scene in September 2025 at the ENJOYAI African Open, hosted at the . Competing in the Cyber City Challenge within the Upper Elementary category, Maame Abena Nhyira and Nana Adwoa Aseda impressed judges with their structured problem-solving approach, calm coordination under pressure, and strong teamwork. Their performance earned them second place and secured their selection as part of Ghana’s national delegation to the global finals in China.
At the ENJOYAI 2025 Global Finals in Wuzhen, the competition reached an entirely new level. Thousands of students competed across multiple categories at the Light of the Internet Expo Centre, showcasing cutting-edge robotics solutions, algorithmic thinking, and strategic execution. Against this backdrop of intense global rivalry, Ghana recorded one of its strongest showings ever at the event, finishing as second runner-up in the Robot Game category.
While the podium finish was significant, AI GIRLS distinguished themselves in an equally powerful way. The team was awarded the Best Team Spirit Award, a recognition reserved for participants who demonstrate exceptional unity, discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship throughout the competition. Organisers praised the Ghanaian girls for supporting one another during technical challenges, maintaining focus under pressure, and encouraging fellow competitors from other countries.
According to ENJOYAI officials, the conduct of AI GIRLS reflected the core values the competition seeks to instil in young innovators: collaboration, perseverance, creativity, and mutual respect. Their behaviour, both on and off the competition floor, left a lasting impression on judges and participants alike.
The success of the Ghanaian girls has also elevated Ghana’s profile within the global robotics and AI education community. ENJOYAI organisers have confirmed that Accra will host the 2026 African Open from 24 to 25 September, a decision widely seen as recognition of Ghana’s growing influence in youth technology education. The event is expected to attract teams from across the continent, further positioning Ghana as a regional hub for robotics, AI, and STEM learning.
Education experts say the achievements of Maame Abena Nhyira and Nana Adwoa Aseda reflect a broader shift in Ghana’s approach to STEM education. Increasing investment in practical learning, early exposure to technology, and partnerships with innovation-focused organisations are beginning to yield visible results.
Beyond medals and awards, the impact of the girls’ experience is deeply personal. Exposure to the global stage has reshaped their ambitions and broadened their sense of what is possible. Both now speak confidently about future careers in technology and innovation, fields where African girls remain significantly under-represented.
Their story has also inspired conversations around gender inclusion in STEM across Ghana and beyond. Educators and advocates point to AI GIRLS as proof that with the right tools, mentorship, and opportunities, young African girls can compete and excel at the highest levels of global innovation.
Parents, teachers, and policymakers alike have hailed the girls’ success as a call to action to expand access to STEM education, particularly for girls in public and private schools across the country. Many see their achievement as evidence that talent is abundant, but opportunity must be intentionally created and sustained.
In Wuzhen, amid complex robotics systems, advanced coding challenges, and fierce international competition, two young girls from Accra quietly but confidently demonstrated that Ghanaian ingenuity belongs on the world stage. Their journey stands not only as a personal triumph but as a powerful signal of Africa’s rising generation of innovators.
As Ghana prepares to host the next ENJOYAI African Open, the legacy of AI GIRLS is already taking shape, inspiring a new wave of young minds to dream beyond borders and believe that global innovation has room for Ghanaian voices.
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