Also known as: GhIE
Professional body representing engineers in Ghana, launching excellence awards and engaging on infrastructure, transport, and illegal mining policy.
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… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
What Is Wrong With Us: A continent cannot be built forever in the future tenseJoy Online
… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
The Inconvenient Truth: Congratulations on your public sector board appointment. You are now automatically a politically exposed person (PEP)Joy Online
… Mr Nsarkoh suggested that professional bodies, including the Ghana Institution of Engineering and organisations representing project managers and planners, could contribute to the review. …
Judicial funding and operational reforms needed to speed up justice delivery – Yaw NsarkohJoy Online
… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
What Is Wrong With Us: When a peaceful election quietly becomes a sad ending for honest businessesThe Chronicle
… He received the Ghana Institution of Engineering’s Innovation Award in 2021 and Invention Award in 2022, alongside a Presidential Honour in 2023 for his contribution during the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Ghanaian Engineer Develops 15 Devices To Tackle Healthcare ChallengesJoy Online
… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
The Inconvenient Truth: We cannot pray for the cure while protecting the diseaseJoy Online
… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
What Is Wrong With Us: We queue for the Colosseum while our own Castles crumbleJoy Online
… Ludwig Annang Hesse, president of the Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE), has said. …
ICEE Conference: Ghana must get governance right to solve transport problems – Ing. Ludwig HesseJoy Online
… Participation is claimable as CPD for members of partner professional bodies, including ICAG, GBA, GhIE, GIPS, CILT and GhIS. …
From Oversight to Impact: Why board committees will make or break Africa’s organisationsDaily Guide
… Douglas Boateng, Chartered Director UK | Chartered Engineer UK | Fellow, Institute of Directors UK | Fellow, Ghana Institution of Engineering | Governance, Industrialisation and Supply Chain Strategist | Founder, Boardroom Governance Summit | Founder and Scriber, NyansaKasa (Word …
What Is Wrong With Us: We Fly Halfway Around The World To Admire Discipline, Then Fly Home To Tolerate ChaosAn opinion piece argues that Africa's 1.5 billion people have heard enough promises of industrialisation, jobs, housing, electricity, education and healthcare at conferences and rallies, but need tangible proof through reliable services and fulfilled commitments rather than repeated declarations.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Africa's 1.5 billion people have heard enough promises of industrialisation, jobs, housing, electricity, education and healthcare at conferences and rallies, but need tangible proof through reliable services and fulfilled commitments rather than repeated declarations.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
An opinion piece by a governance strategist reflects on how accepting a public board appointment automatically confers "politically exposed person" (PEP) status under global anti-money-laundering standards, carrying financial and reputational burdens that make honest public service costly.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Unilever executive Yaw Nsarkoh has called for improved resourcing and a comprehensive operational review of Ghana's judicial system, arguing that adding more judges alone will not resolve justice delivery challenges. He says the country must examine case flow through courts, identify delays, and deploy technology and better planning, while suggesting that land administration reforms may help reduce the burden of land disputes clogging the courts.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece warns that Ghana's peaceful democratic transitions, while admirable, often result in new administrations leaving committed entrepreneurs unpaid and loyal workers uncertain, as government contracts are reviewed following changes of government—threatening businesses built over decades.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A clinical engineer at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi has developed more than 15 medical and engineering devices—including X-ray viewers, modified wheelchairs, and a water purity tester—using locally available materials to address healthcare challenges, though financial constraints have prevented certification and commercialisation through the Ghana Standards Authority.
20 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
An opinion piece argues that developing societies, including Ghana, see their problems clearly but defend the habits causing them—complaining of corruption while admiring unexplained wealth, condemning indiscipline while seeking personal exemptions, and denouncing environmental destruction while protecting those responsible.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that Africa holds extraordinary historical treasures yet often fails to maintain them adequately, while many Africans visit museums and historical sites abroad. The author contends that the continent has not yet grasped the full economic, educational, and generational value of its own heritage.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Institution of Engineering president Ing. Ludwig Annang Hesse says Ghana must improve governance and city management to address transport issues, noting that dividing major metropolitan areas among several municipal assemblies hampers planning. He argues public transport planning should be done at the metropolitan level rather than by individual municipalities, and that a clear authority with mandate and resources is needed to implement transport plans.
2 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Board committees—audit, risk, nomination, and remuneration—are critical to corporate oversight but remain underexamined in African governance. The Boardroom Governance Summit, now in its fourth year, convenes about 1,000 executives and policymakers annually to discuss board governance; this year's October 7, 2026 event at Labadi Beach Hotel focuses on committee structures and their impact on organisational performance.
29 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece argues that political leaders and business executives from the developing world frequently travel to disciplined, orderly cities like Singapore and London, observe working systems, and return home with photographs but no substantive change to their own governance or infrastructure.
18 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's economy is projected to grow 5.8 per cent in 2025, but the nation's aging infrastructure received a D3 grade in the 2026 Infrastructure Report Card, reflecting chronic underfunding and inadequate maintenance. According to the World Bank, Ghana requires an estimated US$37.2 billion annually in infrastructure investment to meet long-term development objectives.
17 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering has launched the Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 to recognise outstanding engineering, promote innovation and raise professional standards for national development. The awards, established in 2014 but repositioned as a standalone national programme, provide a platform for engineers, researchers, students and organisations to showcase innovative solutions.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Gas says a planned second gas processing plant (GPP2) could increase natural gas availability for power generation and reduce the pace of future electricity tariff increases. A government technical advisor estimates the plant could save close to US$500 million annually by allowing Ghana to switch from liquid fuels to natural gas for thermal power generation.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Technical Advisor on Petroleum says the country could save close to US$500 million annually by switching from liquid fuels to natural gas for power generation, with expansion of gas-processing capacity critical to achieving those savings. The government is pursuing a second gas processing plant and onshore pipeline to expand capacity for power generation and industrial use.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chairman of the Electrical/Electronics Division of the Ghana Institution of Engineering has cautioned that improper installation of EV charging systems at homes could overload electrical circuits and cause fires, urging owners to use electricians certified by the Energy Commission and ensure proper wiring into the home's electrical panel rather than using ordinary household sockets.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An electrical engineer has identified financial weakness as a major challenge for Ghana's power sector, attributing it to distribution losses of about 27%, which prevents companies from recovering revenue and meeting payment obligations to independent power producers and suppliers.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Roads and Highways is taking steps to address payment bottlenecks affecting consultants on road projects, following an engagement with engineering professional bodies in Accra. The meeting discussed challenges including project execution delays, rising construction costs, outstanding payments, and financial pressures on contractors and consultants.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering, the Engineering Council, and the Ghana Consulting Engineers Association met with the Ministry of Roads and Highways to discuss challenges including rising construction costs, project delays, and outstanding payments affecting Ghana's infrastructure delivery.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
About 80 per cent of people who die in road crashes in Ghana are men, according to a member of the Ghana Institution of Engineering's Public Accountability Committee. Road crashes are claiming an average of eight lives daily, translating to between 2,000 and 3,000 deaths annually, with the trend worsening compared to 2001–2003 when Ghana recorded about six road deaths per day.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering has urged a comprehensive review of the country's strategy against illegal mining, saying the fight must be guided by clear targets and measurable results visible to the public. The institute's president emphasised that galamsey threatens the environment, food security, and citizens' health, and called for stricter enforcement of building laws and proactive flooding prevention measures.
26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering has inducted 183 new members at its 49th Induction Ceremony. The President called on engineers to uphold professional standards, pursue continuous development, and contribute to national development.
25 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia committed to incorporating the expertise of engineers, scientists, technologists and other professionals into policies addressing Ghana's development challenges including urban transport, infrastructure and public procurement, following consultations with the Ghana Institution of Engineering.
21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
NPP's 2028 flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has met with the Ghana Institution of Engineering to discuss solutions to national development challenges, including urban transport, infrastructure, and public procurement, with a view to incorporating professional expertise into policy development.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vice President of the Ghana Institution of Engineering has urged the government to strengthen primary-level health infrastructure, noting that Ghana's ambulance-to-population ratio is 1 to 84,000, leaving many rural communities without reliable access to essential healthcare services.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's road infrastructure rating has deteriorated from D3 in 2016 to E1 in the 2026 Ghana infrastructure scorecard, according to the Ghana Institution of Engineering. The vice chair attributed the decline to poor funding, inadequate maintenance, weak asset management, and prioritization of new construction over preservation of existing roads.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering and Ghana Navy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on engineering practice, skills development, and professional licensing, with the aim of ensuring Navy members are properly licensed and receive continuous professional development.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Institution of Engineering has called on the government to significantly increase investment in critical infrastructure and emphasize maintenance in the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. The appeal follows the Ghana Infrastructure Scorecard, which awarded Ghana an overall score of 2.8 out of 5 (D3 rating), revealing persistent inadequacy of funding for infrastructure development.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority has emphasised that Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy and industrial transformation agenda require reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity, warning that factories, hospitals, transport systems and businesses cannot operate continuously without dependable power supply.
20 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Wisdom Ledi, a Ghanaian civil engineer and construction entrepreneur from Agotime-Ziope Constituency, is an NDC parliamentary aspirant focused on infrastructure development and community empowerment. He has studied in China, is fluent in multiple languages, and prioritizes roads, water systems and sanitation as areas for development.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's infrastructure received an overall D3 (57 per cent) rating in the 2026 Ghana Infrastructure Report Card, with an average score of 2.83 out of 5 described as "Poor to Fair". The Ghana Institution of Engineering cited chronic underfunding, weak maintenance culture and governance challenges as key problems, assessing eight sectors using internationally recognised engineering criteria.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →