Telecel Ghana Empowers Deaf Graduands at Mampong Akuapem with Digital Career Pathways

Telecel Ghana has engaged approximately 160 final-year students at the Mampong Akuapem Senior High Technical School for the Deaf to champion digital inclusion and career readiness. This initiative, part of the company’s SuperCare program, was designed to encourage hearing-impaired graduands to explore diverse career pathways within Ghana’s rapidly evolving digital economy. By focusing on technology as a tool for empowerment, the session aimed to instill confidence in the students as they prepare to transition from secondary education into the professional world.

During the engagement, Telecel representative Rita Adiase introduced the students to various internship and employment opportunities, emphasizing that physical disabilities should not be a barrier to ambition. She highlighted how digital tools can enhance accessibility and provide a level playing field in the modern workforce. Madam Philomena Kakra Buckman, the headmistress of the school, praised Telecel for its commitment to workplace inclusion, noting that such partnerships provide vital support for students who often face unique challenges in securing career development opportunities after graduation.

To provide practical support, the graduands were presented with SuperCare SIM cards and branded souvenirs. The SuperCare initiative is a specialized program by Telecel Ghana that offers tailored connectivity packages and dedicated customer support channels for the Deaf community. These resources are part of a broader effort to integrate accessibility features into mobile applications and advocate for the inclusion of sign language in public services and educational institutions across the country.

This engagement reflects Telecel Ghana’s wider commitment to digital transformation and social responsibility. By equipping students with both the knowledge of career possibilities and the tools to stay connected, the company is helping to foster a more inclusive economic environment. The initiative not only serves the immediate needs of the graduands at Mampong Akuapem but also sets a precedent for how corporate entities can contribute to the national agenda of accessibility and representation for people with special needs.