AyaPrep Limited and the National Commission on Culture have signed an MoU to promote the teaching of mathematics in Ghanaian languages, aiming to improve learning outcomes and preserve local languages.
In a strategic move to improve learning outcomes and strengthen the use of indigenous languages in education, AyaPrep Limited has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Commission on Culture (NCC) to promote the teaching of mathematics in Ghanaian languages.
The collaboration seeks to address long-standing language barriers that make mathematics difficult for many learners, particularly at the basic and secondary levels, where instruction is predominantly delivered in English.
Teaching Mathematics Through Ghanaian Languages
Under the partnership, mathematics will be taught using local languages as the instructional medium, enabling learners to better understand concepts in the language they naturally think and communicate in.
Both AyaPrep and the National
Commission on Culture explained that many students struggle with mathematics not because of the subject itself, but because of limited proficiency in English, which affects comprehension and performance.
The initiative is therefore designed to improve conceptual understanding while promoting Ghanaian languages as legitimate tools for academic instruction.
NCC Links Initiative to Cultural Preservation
Speaking on behalf of the National Commission on Culture, the Acting Executive Director, Wakefield Akwaku, said the partnership aligns directly with the Commission’s mandate to safeguard Ghana’s cultural heritage.
“Our indigenous languages are increasingly under threat, and at the same time, many students struggle to understand mathematics because of the language used in teaching,” he said.
Mr. Akwaku noted that introducing mathematics through local languages would help learners build confidence, improve comprehension, and reduce anxiety associated with the subject.
“When students are taught in the language they think in, understanding becomes easier and learning outcomes improve,” he added.
Nationwide Support and One-Year Review Plan
According to Mr. Akwaku, the National Commission on Culture will provide technical expertise and leverage its nationwide network to support the rollout of the programme.
He added that the impact of the initiative will be reviewed after one year to assess its effectiveness and guide future expansion.
AyaPrep’s Digital Platform and Early Results
The Research and Partnerships Manager of AyaPrep, Dr. Akua Campbell, said the company’s digital learning platform was specifically developed to bridge the gap between language and understanding in mathematics education.
“AyaPrep teaches mathematics in Ghanaian languages, allowing learners to access lessons in the language they understand best,” she explained.
Dr. Campbell disclosed that the platform currently supports Twi, Ga, Ewe, and Hausa, and has already recorded improved learner performance, including better outcomes in national examinations.
Improving Education Outcomes Through Language Inclusion
Both AyaPrep and the National Commission on Culture expressed confidence that the partnership will contribute to improved mathematics achievement while reinforcing the relevance of Ghanaian languages in knowledge creation and formal education.
The initiative also adds momentum to ongoing national conversations around mother-tongue instruction and inclusive learning strategies in Ghana’s education system.
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