Moh Damush, Group CEO of Telecel Group
Telecel Group, a leading telecommunications provider, has reaffirmed its dedication to Ghana’s sustainable development through impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focused on digital skills education.
This commitment is formalised through a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations.
Central to Telecel’s initiative is the launch of the Startocode programme, a multilingual digital education platform built by Telecel to provide affordable and accessible coding education to students worldwide.
Now, Telecel will provide the Startocode free of charge to a significant number of Ghanaians who sign up through the government’s One Million Coders Programme (OMCP), further amplifying its commitment to inclusive and scalable education.
“We commend President Mahama for his visionary leadership in launching the One Million Coders Program,” said Moh Damush, Group CEO of Telecel Group. “By providing Startocode free of charge to a significant number of Ghanaians who enroll in OMCP, we are proud to support this national effort to empower the youth with vital digital skills that will transform lives and strengthen Ghana’s economy.”
Startocode’s platform is designed to deliver flexible, self-paced learning combined with mentorship and hands-on projects, ensuring an efficient and engaging educational experience. Its multilingual capabilities enable broader access, helping overcome language barriers and reaching a diverse student base across Ghana and beyond.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sam George, stated that, “The partnership between the Ministry and Telecel Group marks a pivotal moment in our mission to bridge the digital divide and ensure no Ghanaian is left behind in the digital era. TOMCP is not just about teaching code – it’s about unlocking potential, fostering innovation, and creating pathways to sustainable livelihoods for our youth across the country.”
“We are proud to collaborate with forward-thinking partners like Telecel who share our vision of inclusive digital empowerment. The integration of Startocode into OMCP brings world-class digital education within reach for every Ghanaian, particularly in underserved communities. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to building a resilient, future-ready digital economy,” he said.
By Samuel Boadi