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On Thursday, 19th February 2026, Mastercard Foundation Scholars at AIMS Ghana participated in a transformative leadership training session under the theme, “Transforming Africa: The Role of Ethical Leadership in Driving Research, Entrepreneurship and Industry.” The session formed part of the Institute’s ongoing internal capacity-building initiatives aimed at equipping Scholars with the values, skills and mindset

Mastercard Foundation Scholars at AIMS Ghana led outreach initiatives as part of their transformative leadership development journey from the 17th – 21st of February 2026. The activities demonstrated their deep commitment to service, mentorship and community engagement beyond the classroom. Designed and executed by the 2025/26 Cohort of Scholars themselves, under the direction of the

The Global Closing Ceremony of UNESCO’s International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025) marked a powerful moment of reflection and forward-looking dialogue with AIMS Ghana, being a UNESCO Category 2 Institute, standing proudly at the heart of the conversation. Organised under the auspices of Ghana’s Ministry of Education, AIMS Ghana, UNESCO Ghana, and the

Some journeys begin with a plan. Others begin with a prayer. For Deborah Funmilayo Adekoya, a brilliant and passionate mathematics graduate from Nigeria, the path into the mathematical sciences was neither accidental nor ordinary, it was a story shaped by faith, curiosity and a deep love for learning. Today, Deborah is a student at the

Maxima Danzi Pegyen, an alumna of the AIMS Girls in Mathematical Sciences Program (GMSP), continues to set an inspiring example of academic excellence, leadership and community impact. Since her time in the GMSP, which was designed to mentor and prepare young women for STEM careers through immersive training and guidance, Maxima has distinguished herself both

Emmanuel Junior Awortwe’s journey into mathematics began with curiosity and grew into a mission to solve real problems that matter. Growing up in Ghana, Emmanuel’s first encounters with mathematics came through friendly but challenging moments with his father, who would throw quick mental arithmetic questions; fondly called “Mentals” at him and his sister. What began

The Retreat for African Women in Mathematical Sciences (RAWAMS) 2026, in collaboration with the International Centre for Mathematical Sciences (ICMS), successfully brought together women mathematicians, researchers and professionals from Africa and the diaspora for an intensive week of scholarship, mentorship, cultural exchange and community building at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana. The

Season’s Greetings! As 2025 draws to a close, we reflect with pride on a year marked by the meaningful achievements of our academic and professional community, and the support from our partners and collaborators. This year has been defined by innovation and collective impact, in advancing mathematical sciences and capacity building. Looking ahead into the new year,

From the lively classrooms of Addis Ababa University to the intellectually charged halls of AIMS Ghana, Etaferahu’s journey is one shaped by curiosity, discipline and an unwavering belief in the power of mathematics.Growing up in Ethiopia, Etaferahu learned early what it meant to take responsibility for her own learning. Unlike many children, she never had