MTN Ghana and Stanbic Bank have held their maiden digital training program aimed at empowering Ghana’s youth with the skills they need to thrive in today’s digital landscape.
Nana Asantewaa Amegashie, Senior Manager, Segment Marketing at MTN Ghana, speaking at the training held in Accra, highlighted the importance of digital literacy, describing it as a “gateway to personal growth and professional development.”
Amegashie emphasized the critical role of technology in shaping Ghana’s future workforce and reaffirmed MTN’s commitment to creating real opportunities for young entrepreneurs, job seekers, and future leaders.
She added that the training is a significant step towards shaping the future “of our youth by equipping them with the essential tools and digital skills they need to excel in this rapidly changing world.”
Amegashie encouraged participants to make full use of MTN’s platforms, including the ‘JustBe Series,’ Business Challenge, and Skills Academy, which are designed to provide young Ghanaians with hands-on digital tools and industry insights.
Echoing this sentiment, Nana Serwaah Bossman, Stanbic Bank’s Head of Youth Banking, reiterated the bank’s dedication to supporting youth in the digital space. “This training is not just about technology,” Bossman remarked, “It’s about empowering you to thrive and lead in a digital economy.”
Both MTN and Stanbic Bank see this initiative as the beginning of a journey for young people to drive transformation in the digital landscape.
With resources like the MTN Skills Academy—which provides certification from top institutions—and partnerships extending into tech-equipped facilities across Ghana, this program promises to foster a new wave of skilled digital leaders.
“Today’s training not only bridges the skills gap but stands as a testament to the shared vision of MTN and Stanbic Bank: empowering Ghana’s youth to transform challenges into opportunities,” she added.
Ebenezer Terkpe from MTN Foundation introduced participants to the MTN Skills Academy platform and advised them to take the training and digital skills they acquired from it very seriously. He added that being digitally skilled could offer greater opportunities to both individuals and their communities.
MTN Ghana’s Business Risk Manager, Forster Kplomdo, also urged the youth to master these tools responsibly as artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries and social media redefines communication.
He stressed the urgency of instilling ethical and practical digital skills early, stating that “the future will be shaped by how we teach today’s young people to use AI and social media responsibly.” Kplomdo noted that while the youth are key drivers of digital transformation, they must balance creativity with caution.
With privacy, transparency, and security at the forefront, he discussed the ethical standards necessary for AI, likening it to raising a child: “Train it poorly, and it reflects poor behavior.
AI will give back what we put into it.” Addressing the human impact of automation, Kplomdo urged proactive measures to prepare for job shifts brought about by AI’s influence.
He posed thought-provoking questions: “Do we establish policies for displaced workers, provide retraining, or create support mechanisms?”
Kplomdo’s call to action resonates across sectors as MTN Ghana seeks to empower youth with digital literacy that goes beyond simple usage, preparing them to lead a responsible digital future.
The Head of Personal Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, Harry Opoku Agyemang, added, “As a young person living in times like these, you are uniquely positioned not only to adapt to the digital transformation currently ongoing but also to lead the way in shaping the future. We hope today’s session has given you the confidence and tools to further explore this potential.”
He encouraged them to continue learning, experimenting, and growing their digital competencies. “What you have learned here today is just the beginning. Remember, digital skills are not only about mastering tools; they’re about opening doors to new opportunities and driving the changes you want to see in the world,” Agyemang added.
Source: Isaac Kofi Dzokpo/newsghana.com.gh
