Science, Technology and Innovation (STI)

In line with the government policy on prioritized Science and harness the Nation’s Science and Technology capacity to achieve accelerated economic growth and sustained poverty reduction, the Assembly has placed premium on the promotion of application of STI especially in the Education and Health Sectors. The fact that it is an emerging industry; it has the potential to transform the economic fortunes of the people.

With regards to Education, the Assembly has a policy to dedicate one classroom each for science laboratory as part of the 3-storey 18-unit classroom constructed under the Millennium City School Project. Refresher courses have also been organized for teachers in the use of Smart Kit Computers under the AMA/IBM Training for Basic Schools and more will be organized to increase the tuition of ICT in all basic schools.

Enabling environment has also been created for the private sector to support ICT development.