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Telecel Ghana equips University of Ghana with new IT lab

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Telecel Ghana has donated a fully equipped 42-unit computer laboratory to the University of Ghana.
  • The initiative aims to support digital learning, research, and innovation, reflecting Telecel's commitment to Ghana's digital education ecosystem.
  • The lab includes an 86-inch interactive touchscreen display and dedicated internet connectivity, building on Telecel's long-standing partnership with the university.

Telecel Ghana has commissioned and handed over a fully equipped 42-unit computer laboratory to the University of Ghana, bolstering digital learning, research, and innovation at the nation's premier university. This corporate social responsibility initiative directly addresses a request from the university's leadership, underscoring Telecel's dedication to enhancing Ghana's digital education landscape.

The telecommunications company has been a consistent supporter of the University of Ghana since 2010, providing dedicated internet connectivity, leased line services, and tertiary connectivity solutions. Plans are already in motion to expand network capacity to accommodate the increasing demand for digital teaching, learning, and research activities. The newly inaugurated IT lab is further enhanced with an 86-inch interactive touchscreen display and dedicated internet connectivity.

For over 15 years, the University of Ghana has trusted us as its technology partner, and today we are proud to give back by creating a digital space where students can learn, innovate and prepare for the future.

โ€” Ing. Patricia Obo-NaiSpeaking at the commissioning ceremony, the CEO of Telecel Ghana described the project as a gesture of appreciation to one of the telcoโ€™s longest-standing institutional partners.

During the commissioning ceremony, Telecel Ghana CEO Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai highlighted the project as a token of appreciation for the university's long-standing trust. "For over 15 years, the University of Ghana has trusted us as its technology partner, and today we are proud to give back by creating a digital space where students can learn, innovate and prepare for the future," she stated. Obo-Nai emphasized that digital inclusion requires access to reliable connectivity, devices, skills, and an enabling environment, making this project particularly significant for the company.

Prof. Gordon Awandare, the University's Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, expressed gratitude for Telecel Ghana's prompt response and generous support. He reaffirmed the partnership's value in advancing the university's digital transformation agenda. "We are excited about our partnership with Telecel Ghana and sincerely appreciate this generous support out of their goodwill and recognition of the relationship we have," Prof. Awandare said. He believes the computer lab will significantly enhance the student experience and help maintain the university's status as a leading institution in Ghana.

We are excited about our partnership with Telecel Ghana and sincerely appreciate this generous support out of their goodwill and recognition of the relationship we have. Initiatives that enhance the student experience on campus helps us to maintain our status as the preferred university in Ghana and we are confident this computer lab will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.

โ€” Prof. Gordon AwandareThe Universityโ€™s Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs expressed appreciation to Telecel Ghana for responding to the institutionโ€™s request and reaffirmed the value of the partnership in supporting the universityโ€™s digital transformation agenda.
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Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.