Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellow 2025

I amJonathan Kennedy Sowah

From an internet cafe in Ghana to transforming STEM education across Africa. I'm on a mission to make robotics, AI, and technology education accessible to every African child.

Jonathan Kennedy Sowah - STEM Education Innovator and Entrepreneur
18K+
Students
2.5K+
Teachers
8+
Years
GH
Based in
Accra, Ghana
Founder & CEO
InovTech STEM Center

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Let's build the future of African STEM education together.

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Recognized by leading organizations worldwide

Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellow 2025
UN Volunteers Global Youth Ambassador
Featured on CNN
Featured on Voice of America
Featured in Zenger News
Partner with Ghana Education Service

Three Pillars of Impact

My work spans education innovation, youth empowerment, and building solutions for Africa's future.

Innovate in Education
Transforming STEM learning through cutting-edge technology and hands-on experiences.
InovTech STEM Center
KodeVR
STEMSet
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Empower Youth
Building digital, vocational, and leadership skills for the next generation.
Powered Girl
Powered Boy
Skills→Livelihoods
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Build for Africa
Creating scalable solutions that address Africa's unique challenges and opportunities.
Farmerise
Scholace
Ecosystem Partnerships
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Impact by the Numbers

Measurable change across Ghana and beyond through innovative STEM education.

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Students Reached

Learners impacted across Ghana through our programs

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Active Users on KodeVR

Students actively using our virtual robotics platform

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Teachers Trained

Educators equipped with STEM teaching skills

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Girls Empowered

Female participation in our STEM programs

Data as of December 2024 • Growing daily through our programs

Featured Ventures

Innovative solutions addressing Africa's education and development challenges.

InovTech STEM Center - Turnkey STEM labs, robotics training, and teacher professional development programs.
Education
InovTech STEM Center
Turnkey STEM labs, robotics training, and teacher professional development programs.
150+ schools partneredLearn More
KodeVR - Offline-capable virtual robotics and coding platform designed for K-12 education.
EdTech
KodeVR
Offline-capable virtual robotics and coding platform designed for K-12 education.
8,000+ active usersLearn More
Powered Girl - Empowering girls with STEM, digital skills, and leadership development programs.
Youth Empowerment
Powered Girl
Empowering girls with STEM, digital skills, and leadership development programs.
45% female participationLearn More
Farmerise - AI-powered agritech solutions and autonomous farming robots for smallholder farmers.
AgriTech
Farmerise
AI-powered agritech solutions and autonomous farming robots for smallholder farmers.
Pilot in 3 regionsLearn More
STEMSet - Robotics kits made from recycled materials for hands-on, project-based learning.
Sustainability
STEMSet
Robotics kits made from recycled materials for hands-on, project-based learning.
2,500+ kits distributedLearn More
Scholace Open University - Mobile-first micro-degrees and skills training for underserved learners.
Higher Education
Scholace Open University
Mobile-first micro-degrees and skills training for underserved learners.
Beta launching 2025Learn More
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Latest Insights

Thoughts on STEM education, AI, leadership, and building for Africa's future.

9/15/2025•6 min read
The Cost of Doing Nothing: What Schools Lose Without STEM
In today’s world, schools that ignore STEM education risk leaving their students unprepared for higher education, the workforce, and the future. Here’s why failing to invest in STEM has a cost far greater than money—and why InovTech’s solutions can bridge the gap.
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9/14/2025•8 min read
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Start a STEM Program in Your School
Want to launch a STEM program in your school but don’t know where to start? This step-by-step guide breaks down the process—from planning and teacher training to setting up labs and securing funding.
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9/14/2025•6 min read
Affordable Innovation: How Schools Can Get World-Class STEM Tools Without Breaking the Budget
Many schools think robotics and 3D printing are out of reach. InovTech’s locally made STEMSet kits prove that world-class STEM education can be affordable, sustainable, and accessible for every school.
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What People Are Saying

Hear from educators, partners, and learners who've experienced our programs firsthand.

Dr. Akosua Mensah - Head Teacher, Accra Girls Senior High School
"Jonathan's approach to STEM education has transformed how our students engage with technology. The hands-on robotics programs have increased participation by 300%."
Dr. Akosua Mensah
Head Teacher, Accra Girls Senior High School

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