Team Ghana Wins 35 Medals At STEAM Ahead In Indonesia, Including 6 Gold And 4 Silver

Team Ghana Wins 35 Medals At STEAM Ahead In Indonesia, Including 6 Gold And 4 Silver

  • Team Ghana, led by Mr Abel Ohene Acquaye and Mr Anis Haffar, excelled at STEAM Ahead 2023 in Bali, Indonesia, securing a record-breaking 35 medals, including 6 Golds and 4 Silvers
  • Two members were crowned overall world champions in VANDA Science, highlighting Ghana's commitment to STEAM education
  • Mr Acquaye expressed elation and determination for future success in an interview with YEN.com.gh

At STEAM Ahead 2023 in Bali, Indonesia, Team Ghana, led by Mr. Abel Ohene Acquaye and Mr. Anis Haffar, displayed exceptional intellectual prowess.

The 72-member delegation achieved remarkable success with a record-breaking 35 medals, including 6 Golds and 4 Silvers.

However, the pinnacle of achievement was reached when two team members were crowned overall world champions in VANDA Science within their year group categories—an accolade that resonates as a triumph for the entire nation.

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Ghana at Steam Ahead 2023
Steam Ahead 2023, where Ghana won big Photo credit: Mr. Abel Ohene Acquaye via WhatsApp
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This triumph surpassed their previous year's success in Singapore, where Team Ghana secured 20 medals, which portrayed Ghana's commitment to excellence in STEAM education.

The global convergence of academic brilliance, STEAM Ahead, provided international exposure and potential career paths for students.

Under visionary leadership, Team Ghana's success is seen as breaking barriers, inspiring innovation, and leaving a legacy of brilliance, symbolizing a beacon of excellence on the global stage.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh after achieving the stupendous success, Mr Abel Ohene Acquaye said:

"In the pursuit of excellence, we've not only broken barriers but illuminated the limitless potential within the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. I am elated at this progress and we are determined to do even better in coming years"

Source: YEN.com.gh

Authors:
Ebenezer Agbey Quist avatar

Ebenezer Agbey Quist (HOD Human-Interest) Ebenezer Agbey Quist is the Head of the Human Interest Desk at YEN.com.gh. He has a BSc in Chemical Engineering from KNUST (2017) with 8 years of experience as a writer and 3 years as an editor. He has certificates in AFP courses on digital investigation techniques. At YEN.com.gh, Ebenezer has won the Outstanding Achievement for Professional Conduct Award and the Best Human Interest Editor Award. He is also the author of 3 books. You can contact him via ebenezer.quist@yen.com.gh.

Abel Ohene Acquaye avatar

Abel Ohene Acquaye (Social entrepreneur and education expert) Abel Ohene Acquaye is a Program Director at the Academic Talent Development Program (ATDP). He is also the Executive Producer of The Sharks Quiz and the Founder and Executive Director of AB Review Education Hub. Abel Ohene Acquaye recently led Team Ghana, representing the ATDP, to participate in the STEAM Ahead 2023 tournament in Bali, Indonesia, where they won a total of 35 medals in various categories.