RecellGhana ComputerLabs
RecellGhana Computerlabs is a Social Enterprise setup by RecellGhana and 1A Computerlabs.
Our purpose is to empower educational institutions with carefree Computerlab solutions that foster digital literacy, bridge the technology gap, and equipping learners with the skills and resources necessary to thrive in a technologically advancing world.
We’re on a mission to offer children in Ghana the opportunity to develop their ICT skills which are crucial 21st-century competences that will help launch Ghana into the digital age.
Purpose (Why)
RGC delivers Computerlab-as-a-Service so that schools in Ghana can train their learners to acquire ICT-skills improving career opportunities, thereby contributing to the development needs of the society, without the need to invest in computer equipment or the headache for maintenance and internet.
Result (What)
RGC aims to equip a minimum of 40 public schools in Greater Accra region by the end of 2024, reaching 12.000 learners, and develop a self-sustainable business model fitting the service in this market self-sustainable business model fitting the service in this market
Process (How)
- By setting up a joint social venture between Recell from Ghana and 1A from Netherlands, the best of both worlds can be combined to solve the societal challenge to develop digital literacy (SDG 4) in a professional and entrepreneurial way. An agile development process is deployed to gradually achieve good services that fit the market.
On top of investments from both partners, DEG committed a grant to back this development of the service in Ghana and turn it into a self-sustainable business. Professional administration, bookkeeping, contracts and due diligence shall be deployed to deliver on business needs and DEG requirements
This develoPPP Project is co-financed by DEG from public funds of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development
Meet Our Team
Brianna Dika
Start-up Leader
Daniel Akonnor
Computerlab Technical Officer
Zita Akua Nyarko
Backoffice Operator
Adam Gafaru
Computerlab Technical Officer
Nicole Odudu
Marketing Manager
Anna Tudzi
Clients Relations Officer
Simon Togeh
Digital Marketing Executive
Micheal Larbi
Sales Officer
Nathaniel Nortey
Sales Representative
Caroline Mensah
Sales Representative
Ebenezer Taylor
Technician
Rev. Robert Knox
Sales Representative
Rev. Nat Mensah
Sales Representative
Governance
Our social enterprise is governed by the Board of Directors consisting of two Executive directors, two directors and two advisors. Board is responsible for realising the purpose within the frame of the Ghanaian laws and international regulations, as responsible employer and trustworthy partner for schools, suppliers, sponsors and governmental organisations.
Governance
Our social enterprise is governed by the Board of Directors consisting of directors and two advisors. Board is responsible for realising the purpose within the frame of the Ghanaian laws and international regulations, as responsible employer and trustworthy partner for schools, suppliers, sponsors and governmental organisations.
RecellGhana
RecellGhana was established in 2012 by Moses Nana Aidoo. This repair and recycling company for computers and mobile phones is a recognised computer services company in Ghana.
Accredited by ETA and in cooperation with reputable companies in Europe, it delivers sustainable services with a positive impact on the environment and society.
STRENGTH
We are prime suppliers of ICT-services that improve the life-cycle of electronics for our clients with a positive effect for the environment.
Procurement, installation, maintenance, repair and end-of-life services are all organised in-house in close cooperation with our clients in Ghana.
1A Computerlabs
1A First Alternative the Netherlands is founded by Hanc de Bokx in 2001. This specialised ‘Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) company has developed its own technology to automatically manage and maintain computer networks on a distance. 1A Computerlabs is the subsidiary that is specialised in ‘Computerlab-as-a-Service’ for Education, using the same technology to the advantage of digital education at schools.
1A First Alternative is an accredited Microsoft Gold partner managing over 600 computer systems of organisations in The Netherlands. ISO 27001 Quality Guaranteed, no investments – no maintenance headaches, care free ICT for an all-in price.
STRENGTH
We pride ourselves in enabling hundreds of organisations to function undisturbed by computer- and network problems.
Our efforts have and will always be to develop the latest technology and employ the best people to assure our clients with a digital infrastructure that works 24/7, is maintained 24/7 and is always up-to-date.
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