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KNUST

Also known as: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

KNUST — Ghana's tertiary education institution partnering on research in textile recycling, dengue vaccines, quantum computing, and women in STEM innovation.

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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … The author is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Land Economy, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. redfgyx@gmail.com; fgyamfi-yeboah.cabe@knust.edu.gh

    Will controlling hostel rents solve the accommodation challenges on our campuses?

  3. Joy Online

    … Victor Doke of KNUST; Joy Sports’ Muftawu Nabila Abdulai; and Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Kofi Quashie. …

    Livestream: Newsfile discusses NITA Bill, xenophobia concerns and 2023 African Games

  4. Business & Financial Times

    By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has secured a GH₵1million commitment from the National Insurance Commission (NIC) and Ghana Insurance University College (GIUC) to support the establishment and operationalisation of a “Campus Care …

    GIUC, NIC commit GH₵1m to KNUST “Campus Care” project

  5. Joy Online

    A political scientist at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Dr Kwasi Amakye-Boateng, says recent exchanges between National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu are unlikely to cause any seri …

    NDC capable of managing emerging tensions between Haruna Iddrisu and Asiedu Nketiah — Dr Amakye-Boateng

  6. Joy Online

    … er motorcycle engines contributing significantly to poor air quality. “Motorbikes release harmful gases like carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons,” explains Dr Godwin Kafui Ayetor, a clean transport researcher at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology …

    Cleaner air, lower costs: Electric bikes find early adopters in Ghana’s north

  7. Joy Online

    … Co-hosted by Ashesi University and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), the festival will bring together over 100 participants from nine countries across Africa and Canada—including Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Senegal, Zambia, an …

    Health Innovation Festival 2026 to convene Africa’s next generation of health innovators in Ghana

  8. Joy Online

    … Alexander Marfo Appiah is currently pursuing a degree in Biochemistry at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, while Kelvin Addo is studying Civil Engineering at the University of Energy and Natural Resources. …

    Obeng Scholarship Foundation awards university scholarships to 2 former KASSTECH NSMQ participants

  9. Business & Financial Times

    … A notable example was her facilitation of “Internship 101,” a virtual career coaching session for students at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology School of Business. …

    Portia Napaaba celebrated for advancing HR in mining, manufacturing, energy

  10. Joy Online

    … credible rounds, triumphed over the likes of Yaa Asantewaa Girls Senior High School, Oasis Christian Academy, and Bosomtwe Boys STEM SHS to clinch the ultimate trophy at the grand finale on May 20, at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST …

    OLAG crowned winners of ACE Spoken Word Contest

  11. Business & Financial Times

    … Through a five-year partnership with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), which has already seen more than 500 packaging technology students tour its Accra facility, the company is challenging Ghana’s industrial sector to transform corporate goodwill in …

    FON Packaging Ventures moves to bridge graduate-industry gap
Society

NMTC Tepa admits 611 students, inaugurates Stakeholders Association

The News

The Tepa Nursing and Midwifery Training College has inaugurated its Stakeholders Association and admitted 611 out of 3,468 applicants for the 2025/2026 academic year across three programmes: 295 for Registered General Nursing, 170 for Registered Midwifery, and 146 for Nurse Assistant Clinical. The college reported a 91.5% pass rate for Registered Midwifery in the 2025 KNUST terminal examinations and recorded 76% pass rate for NAC, 67% for RGN, and 69% for RM in the recent Nursing and Midwifery Council Licensing Examination.

4 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Today

  1. NMTC Tepa admits 611 students, inaugurates Stakeholders Association

    The Tepa Nursing and Midwifery Training College has inaugurated its Stakeholders Association and admitted 611 out of 3,468 applicants for the 2025/2026 academic year across three programmes: 295 for Registered General Nursing, 170 for Registered Midwifery, and 146 for Nurse Assistant Clinical. The college reported a 91.5% pass rate for Registered Midwifery in the 2025 KNUST terminal examinations and recorded 76% pass rate for NAC, 67% for RGN, and 69% for RM in the recent Nursing and Midwifery Council Licensing Examination.

    4 hours ago · The Chronicle →

Yesterday

  1. MP Assafuah warns legal education reform may reintroduce entrance exams

    Vincent Ekow Assafuah, MP for Old Tafo, has raised concerns that Ghana's new legal education framework could indirectly reintroduce entrance examinations Parliament sought to abolish, as the interim directives allow institutions to set their own admission criteria for the Pre-Bar Course.

    14 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

  1. GJA Ashanti Chair calls for media-researcher collaboration

    Ashanti Regional Chairman of the Ghana Journalists Association has urged closer partnership between media and researchers to translate research outputs into public knowledge and action, particularly on climate change and resource management. He stressed that scientific findings must be communicated accessibly, noting that climate change affects agriculture, health, and infrastructure.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Opinion: AI automating corporate work risks Ghana's professional capability

    An opinion piece argues that Ghanaian professionals' increasing reliance on AI to perform complex tasks—tax audits, marketing copy, risk assessments—risks eroding human cognitive skills and professional judgment that traditionally built strong leadership.

    12 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Tribute book honours KNUST's first female science provost

    A tribute book titled "IMPRESSIONS" has been launched to honour Professor Ibok Nsa Oduro, the first female Provost of the College of Science at KNUST, celebrating her decades of academic leadership and mentorship through contributions from more than sixty colleagues, family members, students, and academics worldwide.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. KNUST Prof. Ibok Oduro honoured with tribute book "Impressions"

    A tribute book titled "Impressions" has been launched in honour of Professor Ibok Nsa Oduro, the first female Provost of the College of Science at KNUST, celebrating her decades of academic leadership and mentorship. The publication collects personal letters and reflections from more than sixty contributors including colleagues, family members, students, mentees, and academics worldwide.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghanaian doctor recognised among Africa's influential health leaders

    Dr De-Gaulle Moses Dogbatsey, CEO of Medi-Moses Clinic, has been named among recipients of the 100 Legendary African Dignitaries Awards 2026 in recognition of his contributions to healthcare and natural medicine, with the award presented in Kigali, Rwanda, on 5 June 2026.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Ghanaian doctor named among Africa's most influential health leaders

    Dr De-Gaulle Moses Dogbatsey, CEO of Medi-Moses Group of Companies, has been recognised as a recipient of the 100 Legendary African Dignitaries Awards 2026 for his contributions to healthcare and natural medicine, particularly in men's health and plant-based solutions.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Ghana and Italy strengthen bilateral education cooperation

    Ghana's Minister of Education and Italy's Ambassador to Ghana have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in education, focusing on tertiary education, technical and vocational training, research, innovation, scholarships and academic exchange programmes. The commitment was made during a high-level meeting in Accra that included senior Ghanaian education officials and representatives of Italian academic institutions.

    10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  6. Study finds toxic heavy metals in Agbogbloshie soils

    A 2026 peer-reviewed study found concerning levels of mercury (0.53 mg/kg) and cadmium (1.2 mg/kg) in soils at Agbogbloshie, along with lead, arsenic, chromium, nickel, copper, zinc and iron, linked to informal electronic waste processing and the dismantling and burning of mobile phones and telecom equipment.

    10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 8 June

  1. €11m global consortium launches dengue vaccine trial for Africa

    An international research consortium has launched a four-year DENSTAR project funded at €11.09 million to accelerate development, evaluation and regulatory approval of a dengue vaccine for sub-Saharan Africa, with KNUST in Kumasi among key partners.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GJA-Ashanti trains journalists in environmental reporting, safety

    The Ashanti Regional Branch of the Ghana Journalists Association organised a capacity-building programme to strengthen journalists' competencies in environmental reporting and personal safety, with support from Reporters Without Borders (RSF Germany). The training, aligned with World Environment Day, aimed to equip journalists with skills to raise awareness about global warming, deforestation, and pollution while promoting sustainable development.

    8 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Friday 5 June

  1. FoSCel founder backs free newborn sickle cell screening

    The founder of the Focus on Sickle-Cell Foundation has called on government to expand access to genotype screening for young people and welcomed the inclusion of newborn sickle cell screening in the government's free primary healthcare programme, saying early diagnosis enables immediate treatment and better disease management.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 4 June

  1. KNUST and German university advance textile and plastic recycling

    The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), in partnership with the Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany, is intensifying efforts to tackle Ghana's waste management challenges through innovative textile and plastic recycling solutions. Researchers and stakeholders at a GAIIA workshop explored sustainable waste management approaches, with emphasis on public education, waste segregation at source, and collective responsibility in addressing plastic pollution.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Burger King Ghana CEO describes privileged, academic family background

    Dr. Kobbina Tuyee Awuah, CEO of Crown Peak Holdings (which operates Pinkberry, Icy Cup, and Burger King), revealed he was raised in an academic family with both parents holding PhDs from international universities and holding senior university positions. Born in the United States while his parents pursued their studies, he moved to Ghana as a child and completed his early education within the KNUST academic environment before attending Opoku Ware School for secondary education.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. UK commits £6 million to Ghana science research and innovation

    The United Kingdom has committed £6 million in research and development funding to support science, technology and innovation initiatives in Ghana, aimed at accelerating innovation and strengthening research capacity. The funding, announced at a meeting between Ghana's Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations and the UK's FCDO, includes a new partnership on Artificial Intelligence to support Ghana's national AI strategy.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. GJA, RSF Germany train journalists on environmental reporting safety

    The Ashanti Regional branch of the Ghana Journalists Association is partnering with Reporters Without Borders Germany to equip journalists with skills for safer environmental reporting, particularly on mining and illegal small-scale mining issues, as part of World Environment Day 2026 observance.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. KNUST hosts FemSTEM Africa 2026 conference for women health innovators

    KNUST, in partnership with the Africa Health Collaborative and Mastercard Foundation, hosted the maiden edition of FemSTEM Africa 2026, a two-day conference bringing together over 300 female students from STEM-focused Senior High Schools across Ashanti Region, university students, and emerging entrepreneurs. The initiative aims to nurture the next generation of women leaders in health innovation and entrepreneurship, addressing the underrepresentation of women among founders, innovators, and investors in the health sector.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Access Bank Ghana expands Kumasi operations, reports 36.7% loan growth

    Access Bank Ghana conducted a five-day strategic visit to Kumasi in May 2026, reaffirming its commitment to expanding operations and supporting businesses. The bank recorded significant growth in 2025, including total assets of GH¢19.0 billion and a 36.7 per cent increase in its loan book to GH¢5.06 billion.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 1 June

  1. KNUST uses quantum computing to validate laterite composites for building code

    Scientists at KNUST's TCC-CIMET research centre are deploying quantum computing methods to validate Ghana's laterite-clay and agricultural fibre composites for certified construction, potentially opening the country's building code to locally sourced, low-carbon materials for the first time. Ghana generates an estimated 500,000 tonnes of palm-nutshell and coconut husk waste annually, with laterite deposits abundant across the country, but these materials remain absent from approved load-bearing construction specifications due to lack of reliable performance data.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 31 May

  1. Campus housing shortage roots in state underinvestment, not rent control

    Student accommodation shortages at Ghanaian universities have persisted since the late 1990s as enrolment exceeded hall capacity, with the root cause being the state's failure to expand infrastructure to match growing numbers, not hostel owner exploitation as recently alleged.

    31 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 29 May

  1. Newsfile to debate NITA Bill, xenophobia, African Games audit

    JoyNews' Newsfile will examine the controversial proposed NITA Bill, which seeks to expand the National Information Technology Agency's powers into regulating Ghana's digital ecosystem; Ghana's evacuation of citizens amid xenophobic tensions in South Africa; and allegations surrounding the 13th African Games audit. Supporters argue stronger regulation promotes professionalism and cybersecurity, while critics contend licensing requirements could create barriers for startups and young innovators.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. KNUST, NIC, GIUC establish insurance simulation office

    The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology has secured GH₵1 million from the National Insurance Commission and Ghana Insurance University College to establish a "Campus Care Project," an insurance simulation office where students will gain practical experience and develop insurance packages. The partnership aims to strengthen collaboration between academia and the insurance industry, with KNUST providing research expertise and training while NIC and GIUC provide funding support.

    29 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 25 May

  1. NDC tensions between Asiedu Nketiah and Haruna Iddrisu unlikely serious — analyst

    A political scientist says recent exchanges between NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu are unlikely to cause serious damage to the governing party, following comments by Iddrisu that appeared to downplay Asiedu Nketiah's separate "Thank You" tour compared to President Mahama's post-election engagements.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Electric bikes gain traction in Ghana's northern Bawku town

    Electric bikes are becoming more common in Bawku, a northeastern Ghana town, partly due to security restrictions on petrol-powered motorbikes following years of tribal conflict. Users report cleaner air and quieter commutes, with entrepreneurs like Hakeem Girma importing e-bikes to meet growing demand.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Health Innovation Festival 2026 to convene African innovators in Ghana

    The Africa Health Collaborative will host the Health Innovation Festival (HIFest) 2026 in Accra from June 4–6, 2026, co-hosted by Ashesi University and KNUST. The festival will bring together over 100 participants from nine African countries and Canada, including 36 young health entrepreneurs, innovators, and students, alongside investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders to foster collaboration and support locally driven health solutions.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Obeng Scholarship Foundation awards university scholarships to two students

    Two former KASSTECH students who represented the school in the National Science and Maths Quiz have received university scholarships from the Obeng Scholarship Foundation. The beneficiaries, Alexander Marfo Appiah and Kelvin Addo, are studying Biochemistry and Civil Engineering respectively, and the scholarship covers tuition, boarding, transportation, living allowance, and mentorship support.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. HR professional Portia Napaaba honoured for workplace impact

    The HR Certification Centre has recognised Portia Napaaba for her work advancing human resource management across mining, manufacturing, and energy sectors, and for her community engagement in youth empowerment and career mentorship.

    25 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Saturday 23 May

  1. OLAG wins ACE Spoken Word Contest in Ashanti region

    Our Lady of Grace Senior High School won the ACE Consult Spoken Word Contest in the Ashanti region with 91 points after three rounds, competing on the theme "When the Whistle Blows, Borders Fade" to project the 2026 World Cup. The event, which started in 2024 in partnership with the US Embassy in Ghana, aims to nurture students' creativity, eloquence, leadership, and public speaking skills.

    23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

  1. FON Packaging Ventures launches internship with KNUST

    FON Packaging Ventures, a Ghanaian carton manufacturer, has partnered with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology for a five-year structured internship initiative to transition packaging technology students into the industry. More than 500 students have already toured the company's Accra facility to gain hands-on experience with production lines and machinery.

    22 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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