13-Year-Old Wosilatu Mohammed Wins Top Prize at 2025 Girls-in-ICT Celebration in Volta Region

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | June 26 | 13-Year-Old Wosilatu Mohammed Wins Top Prize at 2025 Girls-in-ICT Celebration in Volta Region

Wosilatu Mohammed, a JHS 2 student from Akatsi South, emerged as the overall winner of the 2025 Girls-in-ICT competition in Volta, showcasing excellence in coding and digital skills.

Wosilatu Mohammed Crowned Overall Winner at 2025 Girls-in-ICT in Volta Region

Wosilatu Mohammed, a 13-year-old Junior High School 2 pupil from Akatsico Practice School in the Akatsi South Municipal, has emerged as the overall winner of the 2025 Girls-in-ICT Celebration held on Wednesday, June 25, in the Volta Region.

Her victory stands as a shining example of how early exposure to digital literacy and inclusive educational programs can empower girls to dream bigger in technology.

Rising Above Doubt with Determination

Initially unsure of her chances in a regional competition, Wosilatu quickly found her voice and confidence as she began mastering practical ICT tools, including coding, game development, and website design.

Through hard work and focus, she achieved the highest score at her training center, earning the top spot among hundreds of girls across the region.

Also Read: How Coding Camps Are Transforming Girls’ Futures in Ghana

Empowerment Through Partnership

In her heartfelt victory speech, Wosilatu extended her appreciation to:

• Hon. Sam George
• The Ministry of Communications, Digitalisation and Technology (MOCDTI)
• GIFEC
• MTN Ghana
• Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (KACE)

She also praised her teachers, facilitators, family, and peers, emphasizing how support, opportunity, and self-belief can transform lives.

Building Ghana’s Future in Tech

Wosilatu’s story is more than a win—it reflects the national momentum around Girls-in-ICT, a flagship initiative aimed at bridging the digital gender gap, promoting STEM, and preparing young girls for future careers in innovation and technology.

Related: Ministry of Communications Expands Girls-in-ICT to All Regions

Wosilatu’s success sends a powerful message: girls belong in tech, and with the right tools and encouragement, they can lead. As Ghana continues to invest in ICT training and inclusive education, stories like hers will become the norm, not the exception.

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