Some journeys begin with a plan. Others begin with a prayer. For Deborah Funmilayo Adekoya, a brilliant and passionate mathematician 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 African
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
Applications are now open for two flagship postgraduate programmes at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), designed to equip Africa’s brightest minds with advanced mathematical training and practical skills to tackle the continent’s most pressing challenges through STEM. 1. AIMS Master’s in Mathematical Sciences Programme (2026–2027)The AIMS Master’s in Mathematical Sciences offers an intensive,
On 9th December 2025, the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana demonstrated the power of collective action and community service through a successful blood donation exercise led by Mastercard Foundation Scholars. Organised in partnership with the Blood Bank Unit of LEKMA Hospital and supported by the Program Lead at the Centre, Mrs. Beauty Beatrice
There are journeys shaped by chance and then there are journeys shaped by purpose. For Ounimborbitibou Djabon, a bright and determined student from Togo, mathematics has always felt like a calling; one that grew louder with every challenge he faced. Long before arriving at AIMS Ghana, Djabon’s path had already been shaped by years of
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