As part of efforts to strengthen and measure the impact of the Yamoransa Model (YM) Labs, a monitoring visit and impact assessment was carried out across selected labs. This comes at a time when the need for STEAM education continues to grow across West Africa. The visit focused on tracking the progress of the labs and understanding how they are supporting students, young people, and communities, especially in underserved areas.

The monitoring exercise, conducted from 27th October to 4th November 2025, had two main goals. First, to assess the functionality of the labs and how resources are being used. Second, to gather feedback and insights that will help improve the programme and ensure accountability to stakeholders and partners. This process is an important step in preparing for the next phase of the Yamoransa Model.

Regions and Labs Covered

A total of five (5) labs were visited across the Bono, Ahafo, Western North, and Eastern regions of Ghana. These included YM Lab 9, Lab 10, Lab 11, Lab 12, and Lab 5.

During the visit, the team engaged key stakeholders such as the District Assemblies, the Ghana Education Service (GES), centre managers, and most importantly, students who directly benefit from the labs.

One key observation was how students are actively using the labs to support their learning, especially during vacations and mid-term breaks. In the past, many students would spend this time playing or being idle. Today, the labs have become a “second home” where they come to learn new skills, complete assignments, and improve their knowledge.

Some of the labs are also used by teachers and headteachers for training sessions organised by GES. This shows how the Yamoransa Model encourages collaboration and supports broader community development through partnerships.

Experiences from Beneficiaries

The visit also focused on understanding how the labs are impacting students, teachers, and the wider community. Several inspiring stories were shared during the engagements.

One teacher noted:

“There are some topics I used to struggle to teach in class. But now, with the lab, I bring my students to watch videos on those topics. It helps them understand better and answer questions more confidently.”

— Mr. Obed Tsumor, ICT Teacher, Bomaa RC Primary AA & User of YM Lab 9

A Class 6 student also shared her excitement:

“I’ve learnt how to build robots from this lab. When I go to senior high school, I want to build a robotic car so the world can see what I’ve learnt.”

— Barbara Adams, Tuobodom SDA Primary School

These experiences highlight the growing impact of the Yamoransa Model in transforming education through technology. The labs are more than learning spaces, they are opening up new possibilities for students and teachers alike.

As the programme continues to grow, there is a strong focus on expanding opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and building on the progress made so far. The Yamoransa Model remains committed to improving access to quality STEAM education and supporting communities to thrive.

We invite organisations, partners, and stakeholders to collaborate with us as we continue to create lasting impact.