News – AIMS Ghana

Celebrating Excellence: Sixty Young Africans Graduate from AIMS Ghana’s MSc in Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) Program

Posted on July 30, 2024 (July 31, 2024) by charlene

In a significant milestone, sixty young Africans have graduated from the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana, having successfully completed the two-year MSc in Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) program. Launched in November 2020 with support from the Government of Ghana, this innovative program provides specialized training for mathematics teachers, conducted on a part-time

Congratulations to Dr. Angela Tabiri – The World’s Most Interesting Mathematician 2024

Posted on July 30, 2024 (August 7, 2024) by charlene

Over the past month, 16 fascinating mathematicians competed in The Big Internet Math-Off, hosted by The Aperiodical, culminating in a final showdown between Matt Enlow and Angela Tabiri. We are thrilled to announce that Angela Tabiri has emerged victorious, earning the title of The World’s Most Interesting Mathematician (2024). Angela’s winning pitch captivated audiences with

AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme

Posted on July 25, 2024 (August 1, 2024) by charlene

A call for applications for the AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme is open for AIMS researchers who might be interested. The AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme in mathematics promotes mobility within the framework of the initiation of international collaborations. With this call, the DFG and AIMS support the initiation of international research collaborations in the mathematical sciences between researchers from African

Empowering the Next Generation of African Mathematicians – AIMS Ghana’s 12th Graduation Ceremony

Posted on July 9, 2024 (July 30, 2024) by charlene

Fifty-eight young Africans have graduated from the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana after successfully completing the 10-month regular MSc in Mathematical Sciences program. The cohort consists of 40 males and 18 females from 16 African countries, including 35 non-Ghanaians and 23 Ghanaians, all of whom earned their master’s degrees on scholarship merit. The

A visit to the Nyamedua Children’s Home by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars – AIMS Ghana

Posted on July 5, 2024 (August 7, 2024) by charlene

In a spirit of generosity and community building, the AIMS Ghana Mastercard Foundation Scholars recently visited Nyamedua Children’s Home, located at Nanakrom, Ashale Botwe in Accra on 3rd July 2024. Founded by Mr. Paul Anaba in February 2005, the orphanage is home to over 30 children ranging between ages 1 to 16. The visit was

AIMS and York University Forge Stronger Collaborative Ties in Advancing Mathematical Sciences

Posted on May 29, 2024 (June 3, 2024) by charlene

In a recent meeting hosted by York University, representatives from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network, and York University gathered to discuss the AIMS model and explore opportunities to strengthen their collaborative efforts. The event brought together key faculty members from York University, including the President and Vice-chancellor Prof. Rhonda Lenton, Amir Asif, Vice-President

AIMS – University of Waterloo Summit: Renewing Partnerships and Shaping the Future of Science in Africa’s Youth

Posted on May 28, 2024 (June 3, 2024) by charlene

On May 27, 2024, a delegation from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network met with representatives from the Centre for Education in Math and Computing (CEMC) and the Faculty of Mathematics, University of Waterloo, to celebrate a new phase in their ongoing partnership. Established in 2003, AIMS remains a pan-African network of postgraduate

AIMS Ghana Hosts Comprehensive Sexual Harassment Training

Posted on May 2, 2024 (June 5, 2024) by charlene

The Centre recently organized a pivotal training session on sexual harassment for staff and students on the 29th of April 2024. Aimed at raising awareness and providing participants with the tools to recognize, prevent, and address sexual harassment in both academic and professional settings, the session was both timely and essential. The training was led

AIMS Ghana in Collaboration with CEMC Waterloo, train Mathematics teachers across Africa

Posted on May 2, 2024 (June 10, 2024) by charlene

The core mandate of AIMS Ghana is to promote training, research and public engagement in Mathematical Sciences and its related fields. As a UNESCO Category II Center of Excellence, AIMS is also mandated to provide support for Mathematics teachers, not only within Ghana but also across the sub-region, through various activities and training programs. In

Delegation from the University of Freiburg – Germany, Visits AIMS Ghana

Posted on March 1, 2024 (May 21, 2024) by charlene

AIMS Ghana recently had the pleasure of hosting a distinguished delegation from the University of Freiburg, marking a significant moment of collaboration and knowledge exchange between the two institutions. The delegation, led by the Rector, Professor Kerstin Krieglstein, engaged in an insightful meeting focused on fostering future partnerships and exploring new opportunities for academic and

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