MEST Africa, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has officially announced the second cohort of 12 pioneering EdTech companies selected for the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Ghana.
This marks the continuation of a transformative six-month acceleration program aimed at scaling innovative education solutions that directly address the country’s most pressing learning challenges.
Following the success of the inaugural cohort—which impacted over 136,798 learners across Ghana—the new group of Fellows is poised to build on this momentum.
The program equips selected startups with equity-free funding, tailored mentorship, and expert training rooted in the science of learning, offering them a solid foundation to innovate and expand.
“We are thrilled to welcome the second cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship,”
said Angela Duho, Program Manager at MEST Africa.
“In Ghana, EdTech is not just about innovation—it’s about creating equal opportunities for every student, no matter where they live. It empowers teachers, and it prepares our youth for a future where digital skills are essential. The first cohort has already shown us what’s possible, and we’re confident that these new Fellows will continue to transform education and unlock potential across the country.”
The selected companies for the 2025 cohort represent a wide array of approaches to solving Ghana’s educational needs—from AI-powered teaching assistants to inclusive maker-spaces and curriculum-aligned content platforms. Each venture was chosen for its potential to improve learning outcomes and promote equitable access to quality education.
Meet the 2025 EdTech Fellows:
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TECHAiDE – A social enterprise delivering impactful education and healthcare technologies across Africa.
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MooslaTrain – Revitalizing math education through digital tools and community-based clubs.
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Scribble Works Publishing House – Enriching classrooms with affordable, interactive curriculum-aligned materials.
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InovTech STEM Center – Empowering underserved communities with robotics and coding initiatives like STEM4Her and Powered Boy.
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STEMAIDE – Cultivating creativity and entrepreneurship through problem-solving-focused learning models.
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Nikasemo Technologies – Streamlining school operations and enhancing classroom engagement through tech innovation.
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Jesi AI – A generative AI tool helping Ghanaian educators create high-quality lessons and track student progress.
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Metaschool AI – An educational app offering interactive lessons for BECE and WASSCE students.
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Maxim Nyansa Foundation – Improving digital access in high schools using open-source education tools.
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Ghana Olympiad Academy – Developing literacy and STEM talents for future global leaders.
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Asah Maker-Space – Delivering hands-on training in robotics, 3D printing, and coding for young innovators.
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Craft Education Technologies – Supporting neurodiverse learners by connecting therapists, parents, and teachers through technology.
Rodwell Mangisi, Acting Director of the Mastercard Foundation Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning, emphasized the importance of inclusion:
“The Mastercard Foundation looks to support the acceleration of EdTech solutions that reach all, including out-of-school young people who are often left behind. Our collaboration with MEST Africa is rooted in designing with the end user in mind, ensuring these innovations are not only impactful but scalable and sustainable.”
As these EdTech ventures progress through the Fellowship, they will access mentorship from global experts in education and technology, funding opportunities, and intensive training modules—ultimately shaping the future of education in Ghana and beyond.
For more information about the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship, visit www.Meltwater.org.
