Also known as: CSIR
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research — Ghana's research organization promoting commercialization of scientific findings and innovation across agriculture, environmental, and industrial sectors.
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… nagement. Touching on the impacts made through the Association’s biennial workshops and conferences over the years, she noted that they had addressed numerous challenges and offered recommendations which had contributed to key national initiatives and institutions like the CSIR …
Fisheries Minister rallies scientists to develop solutions for sustainable Blue EconomyJoy Online
… Dr Agyeman-Rawlings made the call during a visit to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) as part of efforts to familiarise herself with the work of agencies under the ministry and identify areas where their expertise can be better utilised. …
Zanetor urges CSIR to turn research into commercial solutionsThe Ghanaian Times
… The technology, which uses three-dimensional (3D) subsurface imaging to monitor water movement and soil conditions, is being deployed by the Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) under a new climate-smart agriculture proj …
Scientists turn to 3D imaging to improve crop yieldsJoy Online
… The Secretariat would collaborate with research institutions, including the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, to improve productivity and support innovation in the industry, he noted.
24-Hour Economy mobilises GH¢1bn for poultry value-chain transformationJoy Online
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has strengthened its collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to advance research, innovation and sustainable cultivation of cannabis with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of not more than 0.3 per ce …
NACOC partners CSIR to advance research and development of 0.3% THC cannabisJoy Online
Deputy Director of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Prof William Ackaah, has said that Ghana has enough technical studies and expertise to develop an efficient Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in its major cities, but what is lacking is the political will …
Ghana has the expertise for BRT, what’s missing is political will – CSIRThe Chronicle
… She also proposed increased investment in scientific research, particularly through the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), to develop biological alternatives to conventional plastics. …
Annoh-Dompreh Grills Zenator On Plastic Waste , Climate FinanceJoy Online
Deputy Director of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Prof William Ackaah, has said that Ghana cannot continue expanding roads to deal with rising traffic congestion and a growing vehicle population. …
We cannot keep expanding roads to address congestion – CSIR Deputy DirectorJoy Online
… Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for her vetting on Thursday, August 27, 2026, Dr Agyeman-Rawlings said the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) could be supported to develop biodegradable materials from locally available crops such as cassava …
Zanetor proposes CSIR funding for cassava, hemp-based alternatives to plasticsJoy Online
… She called for greater investment in research and innovation, including support for the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to develop biodegradable alternatives to conventional plastics. …
Parliament approves Mahama Ayariga and Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as ministersThe Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has called for an immediate shift from basic scientific research toward scalable, market-ready products and services at its maiden National Scientific Conference in Accra, bringing together 321 participants from government, industry, and academia to present 194 scientific papers across seven development-focused themes.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has called for an immediate shift from basic scientific research toward scalable, market-ready products and services at its maiden National Scientific Conference in Accra, bringing together 321 participants from government, industry, and academia to present 194 scientific papers across seven development-focused themes.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An editorial responding to nutritionist Professor Anna Lartey's warning that 65% of Ghanaians cannot afford a healthy diet and 43.5% experience moderate to severe food insecurity, argues that poor dietary quality undermines health, education, and economic productivity. The piece contends that despite reported macroeconomic improvements, these food security figures raise questions about whether Ghana's economic recovery is benefiting ordinary citizens.
22 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Thirty Ghanaian journalists have received training in emerging technologies including artificial intelligence and climate change under the UK Media Excellence for Emerging Technologies Fellowship, a UK-Ghana initiative in its fourth year supported by Imperial Global and the British High Commission to strengthen science journalism and public understanding of scientific developments.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
University Basic School, Legon, won the 2026 CSIR-Food Research Institute Quiz Competition with 70 points, securing its third consecutive title since first competing in 2024. The competition was held at the CSIR-Food Research Institute in Accra as part of World Food Day commemoration.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ten Ghanaian public and private institutions are accessing a GH¢7 million grant from Lakehead University in Canada to strengthen technical expertise in environmental degradation, forest value chain management, and sustainable natural resource management over five years. The partnership will train 36 Ghanaians in wood science, remote sensing, ecological remediation, and forestry.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Zaneto Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, has urged stronger collaboration between CSIR, government, and the private sector to translate research into commercially viable products and to bridge the gap between scientific research and the public so Ghanaians can access and benefit from innovations developed by Ghanaian scientists.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institute of Horticulturists called on the government to establish a Horticulture Authority and rehabilitate irrigation schemes and tomato-processing factories to boost domestic production and reduce reliance on imports. The call came at the Institute's 26th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference in Sunyani, which emphasised the need for coordinated stakeholder engagement across the tomato value chain.
3 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Stakeholders in Ghana's micro, small and medium enterprise sector say structured business mentorship helps young businesses survive and grow by providing practical skills, guidance, and professional networks. The Sinapi Aba Trust/BMZ Mentorship Programme has trained 300 young women entrepreneurs in the informal sector.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research says Ghana must convert research into businesses, jobs, and products rather than leaving findings confined to laboratories. The Director-General argues that linking research to industry is essential for creating practical solutions and economic opportunities.
28 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research will host a Scientific Conference and Innovation Fair in October 2026 to bring together scientists, businesses, investors and policymakers to turn locally developed research into market-ready products and business solutions addressing Ghana's development challenges.
27 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development has asked the Ghana Science Association and research community to develop science-based solutions to protect Ghana's ocean and secure livelihoods, proposing a joint technical body to address stock assessment, climate adaptation, and coastal resilience amid threats from illegal mining and destructive fishing.
25 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Environment Minister Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings has called on agencies under her ministry, including CSIR, to transform scientific research into commercially viable solutions and address environmental challenges such as land degradation and water pollution. She stressed the need for stronger government-researcher collaboration to improve scientists' working conditions and retain skilled professionals in Ghana.
23 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Scientists in Ghana are using three-dimensional subsurface imaging technology to monitor water movement and soil conditions in real time, expected to improve climate-resilient farming. The Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI) is deploying the technology under a climate-smart agriculture project running from April 2026 to March 2028, funded by UK Research and Innovation.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The 24-Hour Economy Secretariat and Accelerated Export Development Authority have mobilised financing commitments exceeding GH¢1 billion to support Ghana's poultry value chain, with the first phase targeting GH¢300 million. The funding, to be provided by private sector actors including ABSA, Fidelity and Ecobank, will support investments in feed production, day-old chick supply, equipment, processing, storage and veterinary services to boost local production and reduce dependence on imported chicken.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has partnered with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research to advance research, innovation and sustainable cultivation of cannabis with not more than 0.3 per cent THC content, aiming to support development of industrial and medicinal applications of hemp while maintaining strict regulatory oversight.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has sufficient technical expertise and transportation master plans for Bus Rapid Transit systems in major cities, but successive governments have failed to implement recommendations due to lack of political will and commitment to fund the necessary infrastructure, according to CSIR's deputy director.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
During ministerial vetting, Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh questioned Minister-designate Dr. Zenator Agyeman-Rawlings on environmental challenges including mercury pollution from small-scale mining, plastic waste management, landfill pollution, carbon trading, and climate finance, demanding practical solutions rather than theoretical explanations.
28 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's deputy director of scientific research says the country must shift from expanding roads to developing efficient public transport, noting that trotros carry 60 per cent of passengers using only 20 per cent of road space, while private cars carry 20 per cent of passengers but use 60 per cent of available road.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings proposed increased CSIR funding to develop biodegradable materials from locally available crops such as cassava and hemp as alternatives to conventional plastics, and called for stronger landfill standards and a coordinated national response to plastic pollution.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament approved Mahama Ayariga as Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings as Minister for Environment, Science and Technology on Thursday, August 27, 2026, following their vetting by the Appointments Committee.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, has called for government funding to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research to develop locally produced alternatives to plastic, citing cassava and hemp as plant-based materials that could be explored.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research says nutrient-rich wastewater from fish farms can be used to grow crops through an Integrated Agriculture-Aquaculture System, addressing food security while reducing environmental pollution and waste.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Scientists at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research have called for coordinated, sustainable and science-based measures to restore Ghana's polluted water bodies and safeguard water security, warning that illegal mining and other human activities are threatening public health, food production and livelihoods, with about 60 per cent of the country's water bodies reported to be polluted.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
CSIR researchers report Ghana's tomato imports exceed US$230 million annually while the country is 99 per cent import-dependent for ginger due to disease, citing weak seed systems and insufficient investment in horticultural research as key challenges.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Scientists at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research have urged farmers to adopt climate-smart farming practices, including improved land preparation, drainage, crop selection, and use of weather information, to minimise crop losses from flooding. The advice follows June floods that affected farming communities in the Volta Region and other parts of Ghana.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's cycle of emergency flood response must shift to science-based planning and early warning systems. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has proposed a strategy combining immediate interventions—drain desiltation and sanitation enforcement—with medium and long-term investments to reduce disaster impact.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, former Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, has accused successive governments of abandoning the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission and other key research institutions due to inadequate state funding. He argued that consistent investment in research and innovation is essential for national economic transformation.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
National Security operatives arrested two people, including the owner of an illegal mining site located less than 5 metres from the Adansi Asokwa Agenda 111 Hospital project in the Ashanti Region. The Ashanti Regional Security Council has reclaimed the site and restored over 80 percent of the degraded land, which spans approximately 30 standard football fields.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged the National Research Fund to focus on delivering practical solutions to Ghana's development challenges rather than measuring success by the number of projects supported. The NRF is transitioning into a fully operational national institution following its official launch by President Mahama in June.
8 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang received a briefing from the Ghana National Research Fund's Governing Board and Management on the institution's progress, including its transformation into a fully operational national institution following President Mahama's launch on 16 June 2026, the establishment of a functional Secretariat, and ongoing efforts to develop a national research and innovation strategy addressing Ghana's development challenges.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →