Also known as: Cape Coast-based side · University of Cape Coast, Ghana
University of Cape Coast — tertiary institution that developed cashew processor training, hosts medical and distance education programmes, and conducts research on development planning in Ghana.
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… That was the stark warning from University of Cape Coast Chancellor Sam Jonah during the installation of Professor John Aheto as the university’s new Vice-Chancellor on Friday, August 1. …
We’re finished if we only teach knowledge – Sam Jonah warns universities as AI takes over answersJoy Online
Sir Sam Jonah has challenged the University of Cape Coast (UCC) to become the first university in Africa to establish a full faculty of degree-awarding vocational education. …
Sam Jonah calls for Africa’s first degree-awarding vocational faculty at UCCJoy Online
… Delivering a keynote address at the installation of the new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Professor Denis Aheto, on Saturday, August 1, Sir Sam said the era of relying on public funds to sustain higher education was over. …
A university waiting for gov’t money is planning its own funeral – Sam JonahJoy Online
Business leader and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sam Jonah, has critiqued Africa’s education system, warning that the continent is producing graduates with certificates but without the practical skills needed to transform economies. …
Beautifully certificated, but poor – Sam Jonah blasts Africa’s education systemJoy Online
The University of Cape Coast (UCC) on Saturday, August 1, formally invested Professor Denis Worlanyo Aheto as its 12th Vice-Chancellor, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of Ghana’s premier higher education institutions. …
Prof Denis Aheto invested as UCC’s 12th Vice-ChancellorJoy Online
Newly invested Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Professor Denis Worlanyo Aheto, has unveiled an ambitious agenda to transform the institution into a globally competitive centre for digital learning, cutting-edge research and academic innovation, following hi …
UCC will become a global hub for digital learning and research excellence – New Vice-ChancellorJoy Online
Former Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) and the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Abraham Norman Nortey, has announced his intention to contest the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries in t …
Former UCC, UHAS SRC President Abraham Nortey declares NDC parliamentary bid for Domeabra-ObomJoy Online
… He holds an MFA in Film Production from Ohio University, where he has also served as a Teaching Associate, teaching cinematography, virtual production, and Introduction to Film Production. [Picture] He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana. …
Ghanaian filmmaker Benard Agorsor wins Ohio University Research & Creative Activity expoJoy Online
… Hosted at Ho Technical University, with partners including the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, the University of Cape Coast and the Or Foundation, it works across textiles, plastics and agriculture to build circular business models, transfer technology and ope …
The Circular economy: The missing layer in Ghana’s flood prevention strategyJoy Online
… The Confucius Institute at the University of Cape Coast has already partnered with NaCCA to develop a curriculum and has pledged to support a pilot programme in 10 schools. …
Ghana introduces New Basic School Curriculum with Coding, AI and Local Language focusThe University of Cape Coast has rescheduled the reopening of its College of Distance Education Level 100 students from November 1 to November 23, 2026, to complete admission processes. An online orientation programme will run from November 23 to 27 for newly admitted students.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The University of Cape Coast has rescheduled the reopening of its College of Distance Education Level 100 students from November 1 to November 23, 2026, to complete admission processes. An online orientation programme will run from November 23 to 27 for newly admitted students.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire has extended the Embassy's diaspora engagement and consular outreach programme to San Pedro, Sassandra, Grand Lahou and Tabou in western Côte d'Ivoire, aiming to strengthen ties with Ghanaians living outside Abidjan and improve their access to consular services including passport processing, visas, and emergency travel certificates.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso's haunted comedy "Agency for the Dead," produced by Sparrow Studios, releases in cinemas on Friday, 30 October 2026. The film follows two sisters who stage fake ghost encounters to avoid eviction but inadvertently summon real supernatural entities, drawing on Ghanaian folklore and childhood memories.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Cape Coast Chapter of UTAG has called on the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to refrain from interfering in university affairs and focus on its core mandates of regulation, advisory, coordination, and accreditation. A Senior Member of the Faculty of Law at UCC argued that GTEC's Director-General and staff are legally required to operate within defined mandates and that actions outside that scope would be unlawful.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey has written to the Tourism Minister requesting intervention, saying he is facing recurring difficulties accessing CEO Maame Efua Houadjeto for urgent consultations needed to carry out his responsibilities in domestic tourism, special events and marketing.
26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Democratic Congress is conducting internal elections across the country with over 15,000 delegates voting to elect new constituency executives at designated polling centres. The exercise has been generally smooth in some constituencies, though delays have been reported at certain voting centres, and police have been deployed to maintain security and prevent violence.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, has written to the Tourism Minister requesting intervention over recurring difficulties accessing CEO Maame Efua Houadjeto for consultations, citing impacts on his ability to obtain timely guidance and approvals needed for his responsibilities.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A US-trained sex therapist and CEO of iSMART has called on the government and stakeholders to develop a national sexuality education policy, arguing that sexuality remains too uncomfortable to discuss constructively in many homes, schools, churches and communities, and that young people often lack adequate education on puberty, boundaries, consent and abuse prevention.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof Christopher Mensah, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Ho Technical University, has advocated for hotels to formulate strict policies ensuring zero tolerance for sexual harassment and maltreatment in the hospitality sector, warning that these behaviours could lead to human resources shortfalls and compromised working environments.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Private Sector Competitiveness Programme Phase Two launched a pilot competency-based training programme for cashew processors, developed by the University of Cape Coast with support from SECO and Usibras Ghana Limited, to build industry capacity, improve processing efficiency, and reduce reliance on raw cashew nut exports.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Researchers, regulators and civil society leaders have called for stronger community participation, tighter enforcement of environmental regulations and better ocean data systems, warning that pollution, coastal erosion and depleted fish stocks are threatening livelihoods along Ghana's coastline.
19 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast has described illegal mining as an environmental, economic, public health and moral crisis, noting that rivers now appear as "chocolate milk" due to pollution. He warned that galamsey reflects a failure of stewardship and that sustainability in Ghana must begin with confronting illegal mining and protecting natural resources.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Central Regional Education Directorate has called on parents, traditional authorities, and communities to intensify efforts to end child marriage and early cohabitation, which expose girls to teenage pregnancy and threaten their education. The call was made during the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child celebration in Ekon, Cape Coast Metropolis.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Prof. Georgina Yaa Oduro, Head of the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at UCC, has called for action to address gender inequality, which exposes girls to child marriage and threatens their education and prospects. She cautioned against using poverty to justify the practice and highlighted education as a way to break the cycle, emphasizing that efforts must begin at home with parents supporting their daughters.
15 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Hamdia Issahaku, a University for Development Studies nursing student from Gambaga, sold body splash to fellow students in hostels to support herself through school after financial hardship following her mother's death and her brother's medical emergency. She balanced her small business with her studies to graduate as the best female graduating student in her class.
15 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Network of Administrative Professionals Ghana held a two-day Administrative Professionals Summit on 8–9 October 2026 in Accra, drawing over 90 virtual participants and about 85 in-person delegates to focus on positioning administrative professionals as strategic contributors to organisational value.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission is examining how research and evidence guide national planning and policy decisions in Ghana. A study by Mettalytics and the University of Cape Coast found that the main challenge is not evidence availability but how it moves through the planning process and influences decisions, with factors like institutional arrangements, political priorities, and access to decision-makers playing key roles.
12 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Alhaji Iddrisu Mustapha, an aspirant for NDC Western Regional Vice Chairman, is drawing on a background spanning teacher training, university education, postgraduate studies in the UK, and participation in international programmes on energy, climate change and development.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Theobald Kambonga, from Navrongo, faced financial strain while studying for a Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University for Development Studies in Tamale, with his retired teacher father and mother's small beer bar business unable to cover tuition, accommodation, and living costs. He was selected for the MTN Ghana Bright Scholarship, which eased the burden on his family.
8 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
The School of Medical Sciences at the University of Cape Coast has inducted 159 medical students into clinical training, with the Dean calling on them to prioritise professionalism, empathy and accountability. The induction marked the students' transition from pre-medical to clinical education, where they will apply their knowledge in patient care on wards and in operating theatres.
7 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Hamdia Issahaku has emerged as the Best Female Graduating Student at the School of Nursing and Midwifery of the University for Development Studies, after overcoming financial hardship that forced her to sell body splash between hostels to support her education. She received support through the MTN Bright Scholarship after initially facing academic setbacks while working to cover tuition and living costs.
6 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana has appointed Stephen Ato Frimpong as Board Chair, effective October 1, 2026, succeeding Frances Adu-Mante. Frimpong, who joined the board as an Independent Non-Executive Director in 2021, brings extensive experience in corporate governance, audit, finance, risk management, and cybersecurity, including prior service as Vice President and Chief Audit Executive at Kimberly-Clark Corporation.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Former NPA Chief Executive Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid finished fourth in the NPP Vice Chairmanship election with 2,956 votes, 31 votes behind third-place finisher Nana Akomea. The result reversed his earlier lead in a September 2026 opinion poll, which had placed him at 18.3% voter preference compared to eventual winner Kojo Fosu Boadu's 5.6%.
4 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Theobald Kambonga from Navrongo pursued a six-year Doctor of Pharmacy programme at the University for Development Studies while facing financial challenges; he received the MTN Ghana Foundation's Bright Scholarship, which covered tuition and accommodation and enabled him to focus on his studies.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
University Librarians Ghana formally recognised four former executives—Dr Hawa Osman, Dr Mac Anthony Cobblah, Dr Theresa L. Adu, and Dr Gloria Bosomtwi Amoah—for their service and leadership during the organisation's 42nd Annual General Meeting and Conference in Kumasi.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
SEND-Ghana and the University of Cape Coast Department of Food and Nutrition held a public education float advocating for mandatory Front-of-Pack Warning Labelling on processed foods, marching through nearby communities and distributing information on health risks from excessive sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Kojo Brace, a broadcast journalist and community advocate, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary in Ahanta West Constituency for the 2028 general elections. He attributed his political ambition to over a decade of community engagement in Ahanta West and encouragement from residents across political backgrounds.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 2018 decommissioning of the Mr. Louie platform in the Saltpond oil field cost $200 million partly because the Fisheries Commission was not formally involved, leaving no biological baseline assessment before work began and fishermen sidelined from the process. As Ghana faces bigger decommissioning bills ahead—$704 million for Jubilee alone, plus TEN and Sankofa—the article argues the Fisheries Commission must be included in future operations to ensure marine ecosystem recovery.
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 →
A University of Cape Coast professor has warned that saline and mining-related intrusion into coastal areas could worsen over the next 10 years, threatening beaches, tourism, and economic activities linked to Ghana's ocean. Polluted water, sediments, and waste generated upstream travel downstream into lagoons and the sea, affecting coastal communities and the already-pressured fisheries sector.
25 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →