In a powerful move to reshape the future of Ghanaian student-athletes, Tusk Foundation and Git-Go Technology (G-Tech), a U.S.-based tech company, have officially launched a partnership aimed at integrating sports, education, and technology.
The announcement was made at a press conference held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Adenta Basketball Court in Accra.
Themed “Empowering Tomorrow: Tech, Talent & Transformation Through Partnership,” the event drew key industry figures, educators, and sports stakeholders committed to youth empowerment.
Lester Achaiah, Director of Tusk Foundation, passionately spoke about the foundation’s mission and how this partnership strengthens their efforts.
“Now, as part of our mission for Tusk Foundation, sports has always been a tool we use to propel and give young people the opportunity to succeed in life. But education is also a major part of that journey,” Achaiah explained.
“There’s no way you can focus solely on sports without education—it’s all part of the same vision. This partnership with Git-Go Technology is a significant milestone, adding another powerful educational piece to our sports efforts. It’s not just about basketball; it’s about using basketball and education to help these young people gain skills for life, support their families, and become successful.”
Git-Go Technology, represented by CEO Clovis Njongue, brings years of experience in youth-focused tech initiatives from the U.S. Njongue shared how the collaboration began with a personal visit and a vision aligned with Tusk’s goals.
“I’m actually happy to see so many familiar faces. I came to Ghana last year for 10 days just to visit my friend, the CEO of Tusk. He told me about the amazing work he was doing for the youth, and I immediately saw a connection,” Njongue said.
“I asked him, ‘How do you link education and sports?’ And he said that’s exactly what he’s trying to do—merge them into one powerful force. That’s when I knew this was something we at Git-Go needed to be part of.”
Yaw Afari Sakyi, Team Lead at Rite Sports Services, emphasized the alignment of values between his organization and Tusk Foundation.
“Many people know the story of Rite Sports Services and what we’ve done in the school sports space—from village-level competitions to national recognition,” Sakyi noted.
“We share common values with Tusk Foundation, especially their focus on combining sports and education. It’s critical, especially considering the youth population in Ghana and Africa. If we want them to be globally competitive in 5, 10, or 20 years, we must create platforms and opportunities now. This partnership is a bold step in that direction.”
As part of the partnership, Git-Go Technology will sponsor 50 student-athletes through a comprehensive scholarship program. In addition, each of these students will receive a free laptop to aid their educational journey, helping bridge the digital divide and encourage tech-driven learning.
These initiatives are designed not only to boost athletic performance but to equip participants with lifelong skills in digital literacy, critical thinking, and entrepreneurship.
The event concluded with a call for more stakeholders to join in building a future where sports and education are no longer seen as separate paths but as powerful partners in shaping the next generation of African leaders
