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Takoradi Technical University

Takoradi Technical University — technical institution in Ghana named overall best innovator at ARCTUG 2026 and ranked top technical university by AD Scientific Index.

2026-04-242026-06-27

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  1. June 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Amuzuvi, also the Chairman for the Governing Council of the Takoradi Technical University (TTU), made the call when he gave the 13th Professorial Inaugural Lecture of the UMaT, in Tarkwa.

    Gov’t urged to remove taxes on solar panels to enhance residential accessibility
  3. Joy Online

    Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, June 18, Mr Iddrisu referenced assurances previously given at Takoradi Technical University regarding the government’s commitment to funding technical education across the country.

    No arrears under “No Fee Stress” policy for 2024–2026 academic years— Haruna Iddrisu
  4. Daily Guide

    A key highlight was its partnership with the Women Commission of Takoradi Technical University to host a menstrual hygiene education campaign across Takoradi.

    Softcare Champions Menstrual Dignity, Donates Sanitary Products
  5. Joy Online

    A key highlight of the campaign was a partnership with the Women’s Commission of Takoradi Technical University (TTU), which facilitated a menstrual hygiene education outreach across Takoradi.

    Softcare marks Menstrual Hygiene Day with nationwide donation and youth-led awareness campaign
  6. May 2026
  7. Joy Online

    Takoradi Technical University (TTU) has been adjudged the Overall Best Technical University Innovator at the 4th Applied Research Conference of Technical Universities of Ghana (ARCTUG 2026), further strengthening its reputation in research, innovation and applied knowledge genera

    TTU crowned Overall Best Innovator at ARCTUG 2026
  8. Business & Financial Times

    m across the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and is being delivered by a coalition of key regional partners, including the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) as the accreditation body, the Academy and Takoradi Technical University

    VRA Academy launches regional ‘Mini-Grid Training’ programme to advance universal energy access
  9. Joy Online

    The championship, which runs from 20 to 22 May, will feature athletes from seven institutions: the University of Ghana (UG), Tamale Technical University, Ho Technical University, Takoradi Technical University, Accra Technical University, the Colleges of Education Sports Associati

    Future Athletics stars ready to shine at UG Invitational meet
  10. Business & Financial Times

    e current batch of students are to pursue programmes in engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy, nursing and other disciplines at institutions such as the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, Takoradi Technical University

    WAPCo deepens education drive with 70 new scholarships
  11. The Chronicle

    Highlighting ongoing initiatives in the region, Mr Nelson pointed to expanded round-the-clock operations at the Port of Takoradi, efforts to strengthen technical and vocational education through the Ghana TVET Service and Takoradi Technical University, and investments in infrastr

    TUC calls for Living Wage in Ghana
  12. April 2026
  13. Business & Financial Times

    Quartey Institutional engagement with the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment at Takoradi Technical University, exploring collaboration opportunities in real estate education and research.

    GREPA embarks on nationwide licensure and compliance advocacy drive
Mining & Energy

UMaT professor calls for tax removal on solar panels

The News

Professor Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi has urged the government to remove all taxes on solar panels and accessories to reduce costs and increase residential accessibility, citing power deficits in the Accra East Region and the need for structural reforms to make solar PV systems affordable for Ghanaians.

26 June 2026 · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. UMaT professor calls for tax removal on solar panels

    Professor Christian Kwaku Amuzuvi has urged the government to remove all taxes on solar panels and accessories to reduce costs and increase residential accessibility, citing power deficits in the Accra East Region and the need for structural reforms to make solar PV systems affordable for Ghanaians.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 18 June

  1. Education Minister confirms no arrears under No Fee Stress policy

    Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu assured Parliament that there are no outstanding arrears under the government's "No Fee Stress" policy for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 academic years, and that all necessary funds have been fully released to the Student Loan Trust Fund for disbursement.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 11 June

  1. Softcare donates sanitary products for menstrual hygiene campaign

    Softcare FM Manufacturing Company marked International Menstrual Hygiene Day by partnering with Takoradi Technical University to distribute premium sanitary pads to junior high school girls and vulnerable women, promoting youth-led leadership and stigma-free conversations on menstruation.

    11 June 2026 · Daily Guide

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Softcare marks Menstrual Hygiene Day with donations and awareness

    Softcare FM Manufacturing Company commemorated the 2026 International Menstrual Hygiene Day with a campaign focused on youth-led leadership and stigma-free conversations around menstruation. The company donated sanitary products to vulnerable women and schoolgirls and partnered with Takoradi Technical University's Women's Commission to distribute pads to junior high school girls across Takoradi.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 31 May

  1. TTU named overall best innovator at ARCTUG 2026 conference

    Takoradi Technical University was adjudged the Overall Best Technical University Innovator at the 4th Applied Research Conference of Technical Universities of Ghana (ARCTUG 2026), with Cape Coast Technical University placing second and Ho Technical University third. The achievement follows TTU's ranking as the top technical university in Ghana by the AD Scientific Index for the third consecutive year.

    31 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 20 May

  1. VRA Academy launches West African mini-grid training programme

    The Volta River Authority Academy has launched a two-week regional training programme on clean mini-grid design, installation and inspection to accelerate rural electrification across West Africa. The 'training of trainers' programme, delivered in partnership with ECREEE and Takoradi Technical University, draws 20 engineers and technical practitioners from ECOWAS countries and aims to establish a skilled workforce capable of deploying sustainable, decentralised solar energy systems.

    20 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Tuesday 19 May

  1. University of Ghana hosts inaugural invitational athletics championship

    The University of Ghana Sports Stadium will host the maiden University of Ghana Invitational Championship-Athletics from 20 to 22 May, featuring athletes from seven institutions competing in a three-day showcase of tertiary athletics across the country.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 11 May

  1. WAPCo awards 70 scholarships to students in seven communities

    The West African Gas Pipeline Company has awarded scholarships to 70 students from seven host communities, bringing its total number of education support beneficiaries to 673 over 12 years. The students will pursue programmes in engineering, law, medicine, pharmacy, nursing and other disciplines at various universities.

    11 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Monday 4 May

  1. TUC calls for living wage to replace Ghana's minimum wage

    At the Western Region's May Day celebration, Trade Union Congress leaders called on government to adopt a living wage system that reflects the true cost of living and guarantees dignity for workers, arguing that macroeconomic stability must translate into tangible benefits for workers and decent jobs for unemployed youth.

    4 May 2026 · The Chronicle

Friday 24 April

  1. GREPA launches nationwide push for real estate licensure compliance

    The Ghana Real Estate Professionals Association has launched a nationwide outreach initiative to strengthen professional standards and promote licensure compliance under the Real Estate Agency Act, with enforcement efforts expected to intensify. The drive aims to engage practitioners, developers, and stakeholders across all regions to align with regulatory requirements and global best practices.

    24 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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