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University of Health and Allied Sciences

Also known as: UHAS · UHAS Main Campus

University of Health and Allied Sciences — public tertiary institution in Ho, Volta Region; establishing AI Centre of Excellence for healthcare research.

2026-04-272026-08-23

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August 2026
21 AugJoy Online
… The Minister further revealed that plans were far advanced for the establishment of a new campus of the University of Health and Allied Sciences to accommodate the School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences. …
GRIDCo to construct substation at Adaklu to improve power supply in Ho Municipality
18 AugJoy Online
… The strike has already disrupted academic activities at some public universities, with institutions including the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) reportedly suspending scheduled examinations. …
Call off strike, give us one month to resolve payment issues – Education Minister appeals to GAUA
18 AugJoy Online
… The industrial action has already affected activities at some public universities, with the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) and other institutions reportedly suspending scheduled examinations. …
GAUA to consult members after talks with Haruna Iddrisu as strike continues
16 AugJoy Online
The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) has suspended its ongoing End-of-Second-Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 academic year with immediate effect. …
UHAS halts semester exams over administrative, logistical issues
12 AugJoy Online
… Addressing the opening ceremony of the meeting, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Prof Lydia Aziato, emphasised early detection, treatment, referrals, and research as pragmatic measures in the fight against cancer. …
Private medical practitioners call for waiver of import duties, taxes on cancer treatment equipment
11 AugJoy Online
… UHAS Vice-Chancellor pushes research and early detection Vice-Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Prof Lydia Aziato, also underscored the importance of public education, early detection and research in improving cancer outcomes. …
Private medical practitioners seek tax waivers on cancer treatment equipment
8 AugJoy Online
… The conference was held at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Ho, in the Volta Region, on the theme: “Accelerating Adoption of Healthcare AI in Ghana: From Vision and Policy to Practice and Impact.” Prof. …
Inconsistent power supply, unstable internet access impede AI deployment in rural health facilities
7 AugThe Ghanaian Times
… Mr Kponor made the call during a dialogue organised by the NCCE for student leaders from the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) and Ho Technical University (HTU) yesterday. …
NCCE charges youth to lead integrity drive
6 AugDaily Guide
Professor Lydia Aziato and other stakeholders at the conference The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) has announced plans to establish an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centre of Excellence aimed at advancing research, innovation and capacity building in healthcare de …
UHAS To Establish AI Centre Of Excellence
5 AugJoy Online
Telecel Ghana has strengthened its network infrastructure at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in the Volta Region with the commissioning of a dedicated 4G cell site, expanding network capacity and improving high-speed mobile connectivity across the university c …
Telecel Ghana boosts network connectivity on UHAS campus

Business

GRIDCo to build Adaklu substation for Ho Municipality power

The News

GRIDCo will construct a power substation at Adaklu in the Volta Region to improve electricity supply in Ho Municipality by decoupling it from the Asiekpe grid. The Volta Regional Minister said rapid urbanisation and growing industrial demand had strained existing infrastructure and caused power rationing, and the new facility would provide an independent, reliable power source for the region.

21 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 21 August

GRIDCo to build Adaklu substation for Ho Municipality power
GRIDCo will construct a power substation at Adaklu in the Volta Region to improve electricity supply in Ho Municipality by decoupling it from the Asiekpe grid. The Volta Regional Minister said rapid urbanisation and growing industrial demand had strained existing infrastructure and caused power rationing, and the new facility would provide an independent, reliable power source for the region.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 18 August

Education Minister seeks one-month grace period from striking administrators
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has appealed to striking university administrators to suspend their industrial action and give the government one month to resolve outstanding payment issues, particularly a one-time research allowance owed to non-teaching senior staff of public universities.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
GAUA maintains strike, to consult members within 48 hours
The Ghana Association of University Administrators says its nationwide strike remains in force after meeting with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu, and will consult members within 48 hours before deciding whether to suspend action. The unions raised concerns over salary adjustments, market premium disparities, job evaluation, conditions of service, outstanding allowances, retirement arrangements, and staff placement.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 16 August

UHAS suspends semester exams for administrative, logistical issues
The University of Health and Allied Sciences has suspended its End-of-Second-Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 academic year to address outstanding administrative and logistical matters. A revised examination schedule is expected by August 17, 2026.
16 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 12 August

Private practitioners urge government waiver on cancer treatment equipment
The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners has called for the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment equipment, arguing this would strengthen the country's capacity to manage cancer and reduce the burden on government healthcare provision. The group's national president also requested dedicated budgetary support and financial guarantees to enable the private sector to acquire such high-tech equipment.
12 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 11 August

Private medical practitioners urge tax waiver on cancer treatment equipment
The Society of Private Medical and Dental Practitioners has called on the government to waive import duties and taxes on advanced cancer treatment equipment and facilitate speedier port clearance to help private healthcare providers acquire modern technology and expand access to specialised cancer care in Ghana.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 8 August

Power and internet gaps hinder AI use in rural Ghana health
Inconsistent power supply and unstable internet connectivity are major barriers to deploying AI in rural healthcare facilities, according to Professor Jerry John Kponyo of KNUST's Responsible Artificial Intelligence Lab. Additional challenges include algorithmic bias from foreign training data, cultural resistance, and data fragmentation.
8 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 7 August

NCCE urges student leaders to fight corruption
The Volta Regional Director of the National Commission for Civic Education has called on student leaders from two universities to demonstrate patriotism and take a firm stand against corruption, emphasizing that tackling corruption must begin at school level so students carry those principles into professional life.
7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 6 August

UHAS to establish AI Centre of Excellence for healthcare research
The University of Health and Allied Sciences plans to establish an AI Centre of Excellence focused on research, innovation and capacity building in healthcare. The centre will conduct research on clinical trials, drug development, sustainable health financing and health leadership, and will train health professionals and students from tertiary institutions.
6 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 5 August

Telecel Ghana launches 4G cell site at UHAS campus
Telecel Ghana has commissioned a dedicated 4G cell site at the University of Health and Allied Sciences to expand network capacity and improve connectivity across the campus and neighbouring areas, ahead of the arrival of more than 2,000 incoming first-year students.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 4 August

Education Minister commits to elevating Ohawu Agricultural College to university
Ghana's Education Minister has reaffirmed government commitment to transforming Ohawu Agricultural College in the Volta Region into a university, beginning with infrastructure and resource provision followed by legislative framework. The meeting also discussed plans to establish a UHAS satellite campus at Battor and infrastructure development in selected schools across the region.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

ECG announces load management in Volta, Oti regions
The Electricity Company of Ghana has announced a temporary load management exercise in Volta and Oti Regions following a technical fault on a transformer at GRIDCo's Asiekpe Bulk Supply Point, with two phases of outages scheduled for August 2–4 affecting multiple communities.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 July

Volta voters express concerns about vote buying ahead of forum
A JoyNews pre-forum survey in the Volta Region found widespread awareness and concern among voters about vote buying and illicit political financing in Ghana's electoral process, with some respondents reporting direct experience of the practice. The Democracy Is Not For Sale Forum, scheduled for Ho on July 31, aims to bring citizens and stakeholders together to discuss illicit political financing and protect Ghana's democratic process.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former UCC, UHAS SRC President contests NDC parliamentary primaries
Abraham Norman Nortey, a former SRC President at both the University of Health and Allied Sciences (2019) and University of Cape Coast (2024/2025), has announced his candidacy for the NDC parliamentary primaries in the Domeabra-Obom Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections. Nortey was the first medical student to lead UCC's SRC and is among few student leaders in Ghana to have served as SRC President at two public universities.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

UHAS and GHS develop nursing, midwifery leadership training programme
The University of Health and Allied Sciences and Ghana Health Service have launched a national leadership and management training programme for nurses and midwives in managerial positions, with a curriculum development meeting held at UHAS in Ho on 21 July, supported by the United Nations Population Fund.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UHAS marks 4th International Day, celebrates cultural diversity
The University of Health and Allied Sciences held its 4th International Day, bringing together students, staff, diplomats and international partners to celebrate cultural diversity and strengthen global academic partnerships through cultural performances, music, dance and international cuisine.
27 July 2026 · Daily Guide →

Saturday 25 July

UHAS hosts 2026 International Day, celebrating 94 partnerships
The University of Health and Allied Sciences in the Volta Region held its annual International Day to celebrate cultural diversity and international collaborations. The Vice-Chancellor noted the university maintains 94 international partnerships worldwide and praised foreign faculty contributions, particularly Cuban staff who helped establish the School of Medicine.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 22 July

Ghana convenes workshop on solar radiation modification technology
A one-day workshop in Accra presented findings from the AskGOVSRM-Ghana Project, a two-year research initiative examining Solar Radiation Modification as a climate tool, with experts and officials emphasizing the need for caution, strong governance, and ethical responsibility in its development.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 17 July

UHAS laboratory complex project over 70 percent complete
President Mahama has announced that the University of Health and Allied Sciences is set to house one of West Africa's largest laboratory complexes upon completion of an ongoing laboratory block project, which is now more than 70 percent complete and will boost medical education, research, and vaccine development in Ghana.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UHAS laboratory complex over 70 percent complete, Mahama says
President Mahama announced that UHAS is on course to house one of the largest laboratory complexes in West Africa upon completion of an ongoing laboratory block project that is now more than 70 percent complete. The facility is expected to boost medical education, research, and vaccine development in Ghana and strengthen the university's international standing.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
New UHAS laboratory complex to advance Ghana's health research capacity
President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a newly completed laboratory complex at the University of Health and Allied Sciences, describing it as a strategic investment that will strengthen Ghana's scientific research ecosystem and advance vaccine development, disease surveillance, and health innovation capabilities.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
New UHAS laboratory complex to advance Ghana's health research
President Mahama has opened a newly completed laboratory complex at the University of Health and Allied Sciences, which he says will strengthen Ghana's scientific research ecosystem and advance vaccine development, disease surveillance, and health innovation.
17 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Mahama pledges to complete UHAS laboratory complex under construction
President Mahama visited the University of Health and Allied Sciences and pledged government support to complete its Multi-Purpose Laboratory Complex, which is 72 per cent complete and is expected to accommodate about 1,200 students and staff with specialised laboratories in medical imaging, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, nutrition, prosthetics and anatomy.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Mahama pledges to complete UHAS laboratory complex after inspection
President Mahama visited the University of Health and Allied Sciences in Ho and reaffirmed government commitment to completing its Multi-Purpose Laboratory Complex, which is 72 per cent complete and will accommodate about 1,200 students and staff with specialised laboratories in medical imaging, molecular biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, nutrition, prosthetics and anatomy.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 16 July

Mahama tours Volta Region, cuts sod for 18 economy markets
President John Dramani Mahama began a two-day visit to the Volta Region, cutting the sod for the construction of 18 24-hour Economy Model Markets across all districts in the region. The visit also includes inspections of education institutions, roads, police headquarters, and engagement with chiefs and residents at a town hall meeting.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Volta Minister pledges media partnership during Mahama's tour
James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister, commended journalists at a breakfast meeting with the Ghana Journalists Association chapter, reaffirming the government's view of the media as a strategic development partner and pledging to strengthen collaboration with the press.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 15 July

Eastern Region journalists trained in green reporting
Members of the Ghana Journalists Association in the Eastern Region participated in a two-day training workshop in Koforidua to strengthen media reporting on green innovation and sustainable development, organised by the University of Environment and Sustainable Development in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 8 July

ECG announces planned maintenance across four regions Wednesday
The Electricity Company of Ghana has scheduled maintenance exercises on Wednesday, July 8, across the Ashanti, Accra West, Volta, and Central regions, with outages affecting numerous communities in Ashanti running from 9:00 am to between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm, while Accra East engineers work to resolve a faulty transformer.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 25 June

NACOC, school urge youth drug rejection through education, empowerment
The Narcotics Control Commission and UHAS Basic School called for sustained investment in youth empowerment, education and community engagement as tools against drug abuse and trafficking, during the school's third World Drug Day celebration in Ho.
25 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

UTAG threatens strike if welfare demands unmet by June 2026
The University Teachers Association of Ghana has issued an ultimatum to government, warning of possible industrial action if seven outstanding conditions of service for academic staff—including salary adjustments, OTSA payments, promotion arrears, and research allowances—are not resolved by June 30, 2026.
23 June 2026 · Daily Guide →