41 h. ago KNUST College of Engineering deepens industry partnerships to drive innovation and national development

The College of Engineering at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi is intensifying collaboration with industry partners to accelerate innovation, strengthen engineering education and deliver practical solutions to Ghana’s development challenges. The renewed push was outlined at the College of Engineering and Industry Symposium held at Kwawu-Nkwatia in the Eastern Region of Ghana under the theme “Engineering Partnerships for Sustainable Innovation and Development,” which brought together academics, industry leaders and policymakers to explore long-term collaboration models.

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4 d. ago Gov’t secures $30m Chinese grant for new university of science and technology in Damongo

The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has allocated $30 million in grant funding from the Chinese government to begin construction of a new University of Science and Technology in Damongo. The disclosure was made during the inauguration of the Governing Councils of four Colleges of Education—Agogo Presbyterian Women’s […]

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5 d. ago Former NBA star impressed with ‘Her Time To Play’ basketball initiative in Ghana

Over 150 girls between the ages of 13 and 18 years took part in this year’s “Her Time To Play” basketball leadership summit in Kumasi. The two-day event held at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, was put together by Seed Academy Ghana and the NBA Africa CSR Department, under the auspices of […]

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5 d. ago The Science of Tobacco Harm Reduction and the Future of Public Health

Public health in Ghana is experiencing a dynamic period of transformation, one increasingly defined by the intersection of technology, behavioural science, and innovation. Public health has always used the principle of Harm Reduction, where evidence-based strategies have helped in the risk reduction of STIs, including HIV-AIDS, and substance abuse. Within this landscape, Tobacco Harm Reduction […]

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6 d. ago Why Ghana’s insurance laws still fail claimants, according to new KNUST research

A doctoral researcher at KNUST says personal experience and community-based research reveal deep enforcement failures in Ghana’s motor insurance system, allowing bad-faith claims denial to persist despite existing laws. Dr. Edmund Nelson Amasah, a doctoral researcher at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), says personal experience shaped his resolve to investigate what […]

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8 d. ago Parliament Approves Renaming of Three Public Universities in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-approves-renaming-of-three-public-universities-in-ghana/Ghana’s parliament on Friday approved legislation to rename three public universities across the country, following concerns from stakeholders over inclusivity, public perception and global competitiveness. Lawmakers passed amendment bills on December 19 changing the names of C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences to the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Navrongo, after traditional […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/parliament-approves-renaming-of-three-public-universities-in-ghana/

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9 d. ago Parliament approves renaming of C.K. Tedam University to University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Navrongo

Parliament has given approval to the C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences (Amendment) Bill, 2025, clearing the way for the institution to be officially renamed the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Navrongo.

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2 w. ago KNUST, Yinson and Petroleum Commission inaugurate Ghana’s first Net

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Yinson Production West Africa Limited (Yinson), and the Petroleum Commission (PC) have commissioned the Net-Zero Carbon Emission Lab (NCEL), Ghana’s first specialised centre dedicated to scientific carbon measurement, emissions modelling, advanced decarbonisation research and industry-focused training. The lab, situated at the College of Engineering, forms part of the Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Project (NCEP), a five-year research and development partnership signed on 12 June 2025 to harmonise Ghana’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions data into a single interactive national map and conduct a full carbon-intensity assessment of the oil and gas sector. Yinson funded the establishment of the facility with an investment of about US$350,000, with the first tranche released immediately after the inception report and implementation plan were submitted. Prof. Kwabena Biritwum Nyarko, Provost of the College of Engineering, said the ...

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2 w. ago STEM Dreams, Ghana’s Future: Dr. Essien’s Call To Empower The Girl Child

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stem-dreams-ghanas-future-dr-essiens-call-to-empower-the-girl-child/Source: Kofi Yesu In a world increasingly shaped by technology, innovation, and scientific discovery, Ghana stands at a crossroads. The nation’s ability to compete globally depends not only on its natural resources or economic policies, but on the untapped potential of its young people—especially girls who remain on the margins of Science, Technology, Engineering, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/stem-dreams-ghanas-future-dr-essiens-call-to-empower-the-girl-child/

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2 w. ago KGL Eve Medical centre inaugurated to transform mental healthcare across Ghana

Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has inaugurated the KGL Eve Medical Centre, a state-of-the-art mental wellness facility at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), aimed at transforming mental healthcare delivery across northern Ghana. Speaking at the inauguration on Tuesday, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said the centre would provide accessible, dignified, and professional mental health services to children, students, working adults, and retirees. “Facing mental and medical health challenges nationwide, the facility provides accessible services supported by strong partnerships,” she noted.

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2 w. ago Veep Unveils KGL Eve Medical Centre at KNUST to Transform Mental Healthcare delivery

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veep-unveils-kgl-eve-medical-centre-at-knust-to-transform-mental-healthcare-delivery/Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, yesterday inaugurated the KGL Eve Medical Centre, a state-of-the-art mental wellness facility at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, to transform mental healthcare delivery across northern Ghana. The multimillion-dollar purpose-built centre, commissioned in the presence of Her Royal Highness, Lady Julia Osei Tutu II, represents the first […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/veep-unveils-kgl-eve-medical-centre-at-knust-to-transform-mental-healthcare-delivery/

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2 w. ago Northern College of Science and Technology wins National Best JHS in practical agriculture

Northern College of Science and Technology in Yendi has been crowned National Best Junior High School in Practical Agriculture at the 41st National Farmers' Day celebration held on Friday, December 5, at the Ho Sports Stadium, capping 13 years of dedication to agriculture-driven education.

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2 w. ago KNUST launches Nkabom collaborative project to transform Ghana’s agri

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially launched the Nkabom Collaborative Project, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s agri-food and nutrition ecosystem. Speaking at the launch on Farmers’ Day, Mr Piere Brunache Jr., Director of the Nkabom Collaborative Secretariat at McGill University, Canada, described the project as a platform that will create thousands of jobs and support the development of small- and medium-sized enterprises.

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2 w. ago Ghana’s future football stars shine as Adrobaa R/C wins Milo U

Adrobaa Roman Catholic School from the Ahafo Region has been crowned champions of the Milo U-13 Champions League, marking the return of one of Ghana’s most celebrated grassroots football tournaments after a six-year hiatus. Speaking at the finals held at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Paa Joe Park in Kumasi on Saturday, December 6, Nestlé Ghana Managing Director, Salomé Azevedo, praised the tournament for shaping young talent. “We are thrilled to witness the young talents showcasing their skills today. The kids’ performance is truly impressive, and we hope to see this tournament continue annually without interruptions,” she said.

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2 w. ago Mahama lauds women’s progress in Ghana, draws lessons from China’s development model

President John Dramani Mahama says both Ghana and China have made significant progress in advancing women’s rights and expanding opportunities across education, governance, science and technology. Speaking in an exclusive interview on China Global Television Network (CGTN) as part of the commemoration of 65 years of Ghana–China diplomatic relations, Mr Mahama said gender parity in Ghana’s basic and secondary school enrolment reflects a major shift from previous decades.

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3 w. ago Nigerian gov’t secures release of 100 kidnapped schoolchildren, Channels TV says

Nigeria's government has secured the release of 100 schoolchildren who were abducted last month in Niger state in one of the country's worst mass kidnappings to date, local broadcaster Channels Television reported on Sunday.

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3 w. ago Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama makes history as first African to top ArtReview’s Global Power 100 list

Ghanaian Artist and PhD student in Painting and Sculpture at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ibrahim Mahama, has become the first African to top ArtReview’s prestigious Power 100 list, the influential annual ranking of the most powerful figures in contemporary art. The 2025 list was released on December 4, 2025. […]

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3 w. ago Volta Region to host National Farmers’ Day as gov’t unveils bold vision for food security

As Ghana prepares for its 41st National Farmers' Day celebration, the government has doubled down on its commitment to make agriculture the cornerstone of the nation's economic revival, signaling a transformative shift in how the country approaches food security and economic growth.

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3 w. ago Provide KNUST financial clearance to recruit more staff – Asantehene urges gov’t

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has appealed to the government to grant extra financial clearance to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) to recruit more academic and administrative staff.

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4 w. ago Otumfuo Urges Mahama to Prioritize Unemployment Crisis Threatening National Stability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/otumfuo-urges-mahama-to-prioritize-unemployment-crisis-threatening-national-stability/Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called on President John Dramani Mahama to take urgent steps to address Ghana’s rising unemployment, describing it as a growing threat to national stability that can no longer be ignored. Speaking at the 59th Congregation of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) on Saturday, November 29, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/otumfuo-urges-mahama-to-prioritize-unemployment-crisis-threatening-national-stability/

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