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Ghana Communication Technology University

Also known as: GCTU · GCTY

Ghana Communication Technology University — participates in One Million Coders Programme integration and smart campus initiatives with technology partners.

2026-05-082026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Celltel Networks Limited, Kludjeson Institute of Technology and Cisco Academy to transform the university into a smart campus.

    GCTU and Celltel Networks sign MoU to transform university into smart campus
  3. Joy Online

    The participating institutions include the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) and the University of Cape Coast (UCC), among others.

    11 Ghanaian Universities to embed One Million Coders certifications in degree programmes
  4. Joy Online

    Mr George disclosed that the Ministry had signed Memoranda of Understanding with 11 universities, including the University of Ghana, KNUST, UENR, GCTU and UCC, to embed digital certifications into degree and diploma programmes.

    One million coders programme records 141,954 registrations, 27,782 active learners
  5. August 2026
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    About 300 students graduated from the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) at a special congregation in Accra, with a call on them to become innovators, ethical leaders and lifelong learners to drive Ghana’s digital economy.

    Use AI responsibly …GCTU graduands advised
  7. Joy Online

    research, must always circle back to one resounding conclusion: the human mind remains the final arbiter of meaning. ******** Derrick Kwaku Antwi, Ph.D.¹; Marvin Nana Annan, Ph.D.²; Muntala Mohammed, Ph.D.³ ¹ Computer Science Department, Ghana communication technology university

    From classroom to public: Understanding the interpretation of AI in project work, assignments, and research
  8. July 2026
  9. Joy Online

    Klu; Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana, Owureku Asare; CEO of MobileMoney Limited (MoMo), Shaibu Haruna; cybersecurity expert Dr Nana Kofi Annan of GCTU; Head of Cybersecurity Technology Standards at the Cyber Security Authority, Jake France; Chief Solutions Arc

    Playback: Ecobank-JoyNews Financial Dialogue Series
  10. June 2026
  11. Joy Online

    The former student of Agogo State and the University of Development Studies (UDS)—all in Ghana—has extensively worked in the area of organization of intensive data science bootcamps and datathons at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Ghana Communication Technology University (GC

    Calgary University professor leads experts at a free virtual data science and AI conference
  12. Joy Online

    rtual Data Science to hone the expertise of Africans Professor Asare comes into the conference having been credited with organizing academic boot camps and data-thons by leading intensive training programs at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana Communication Technology University

    Data Science Analytics expert urges Africa to use data science to solve its problems
  13. May 2026
  14. Joy Online

    ed Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), University of Education, Winneba (UEW), University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), University for Development Studies (UDS), University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Ghana Communication Technology University

    UCC crowned overall champions as UPSA successfully hosts 9th mini GUSA games
  15. Joy Online

    LAM) at the University of Ghana and holds an Advanced Mastery Certificate in Business Administration and Enterprise Leadership (Management and Administration option) from the Graduate School of Governance and Leadership (GSGL).Through the Ghana Communication Technology University

    From Nyameduase to academic leaderhsip : The inspiring rise of Dr Richard Owusu Nyarko

Thursday 10 September

  1. GCTU partners with Celltel Networks for smart campus initiative

    Ghana Communication Technology University has signed an MoU with Celltel Networks, Kludjeson Institute of Technology and Cisco Academy to transform the university into a smart campus, with focus on improving internet connectivity, digital access, and technology-driven teaching and learning programmes.

    10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 7 September

  1. Government embeds One Million Coders certifications in eleven universities

    Ghana's government has partnered with eleven universities to integrate One Million Coders Programme certifications into degree and diploma programmes, aiming to equip students with industry-relevant digital skills alongside academic qualifications. Participating institutions include the University of Ghana, KNUST, UENR, GCTU, and UCC, with implementation already underway at some institutions.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. One Million Coders Programme registers 141,954 accounts

    Ghana's One Million Coders Programme has recorded 141,954 registered accounts and 27,782 active learners as of August 2, 2026, with 5,812 course completions. Cybersecurity is the most popular area of study, attracting 8,570 learners, while the government works to embed digital certifications into university degree and diploma programmes.

    7 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 10 August

  1. GCTU graduates urged to use AI responsibly and innovate locally

    About 300 graduates from Ghana Communication Technology University were advised to become ethical leaders and innovators to drive Ghana's digital economy. The Executive Director of the Data Protection Commission warned that graduates must use AI to enhance their capabilities rather than depend on it entirely, and cautioned that Ghana risks becoming "digitally active without becoming digitally powerful" if it continues to rely heavily on foreign technologies.

    10 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 3 August

  1. AI literacy requires context-dependent interpretation across academic and public work

    The article argues that generative AI has shifted from classroom novelty to public research tool, requiring fundamentally different approaches to interpreting AI outputs depending on context. It warns against "Homogenization of Trust," where users apply the same uncritical acceptance to AI-generated trivia as to high-stakes clinical or policy recommendations, framing this as the defining literacy challenge of the era.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 July

  1. Ecobank-JoyNews forum examines financial inclusion via digital transformation

    The inaugural Ecobank-Joy Business Financial Dialogue Series was held in Accra on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, bringing together regulators, financial institutions, fintech operators and industry leaders to discuss how digital payments and financial technology can expand access to formal financial services among underserved communities.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. Calgary professor to lead free virtual AI and data science conference

    An assistant professor at Calgary University is chairing a free virtual international conference on AI, data science, and analytics on June 27, 2026. The third annual event aims to bridge theory and real-world impact, with a focus on inclusive AI and emerging technologies in developing nations.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Professor advocates data science adoption for African problem-solving

    A Canada-based assistant professor of data science analytics is urging Africa to use data science to address complex national challenges, and is organizing a free virtual data science conference on 27 June 2026 to empower the next generation of African tech talent as Ghana and other African nations accelerate AI and data-driven technology integration into key economic sectors.

    24 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 16 May

  1. UCC wins 9th Mini GUSA Games; UPSA hosts universities

    The Ghana University Sports Association concluded the 9th Mini GUSA Games at UPSA from May 5–15, 2026, bringing together student-athletes from multiple universities to compete in football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, athletics and other disciplines. UCC emerged as overall champions with 50 medals, followed by UEW with 47 and KNUST with 39.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Dr Richard Owusu Nyarko's rise from Bekwai to academic leadership

    Dr Richard Owusu Nyarko, Immediate Past Vice President and Head of Academics at Ghana Christian University College, rose from his hometown of Nyameduase in the Ashanti region to become an internationally recognised medical scholar through perseverance and mentorship.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

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