Also known as: University of Mines and Technology, Tarkwa
University of Mines and Technology — conducts research on Ghana's mining sector and trains students in technical fields, graduating 95 students in 2026 and committing to train 1,000 coders.
… titled “Transition from Galamsey to Community Gold Mining: Unravelling the Conditions for Sustainable Rural Development in Ghana,” was funded by the International Growth Centre (IGC) and carried out by a team from the University of Derby and the University of Mines and Technology …
… Consequently, on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa, Titus Owusu Darko was elected as NUGS Secretary for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Skills Development with a historic 98.84 percent of the total votes cast, one of the most emph …
… Mr Iddrisu encouraged the Italian delegation to explore partnerships with institutions such as the Tamale Technical University, the University of Cape Coast and the University of Mines and Technology, based on their respective areas of specialisation. …
… Key projects under the initiative include the establishment of a nursing training college in Prestea, a partnership with the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), and the construction of a Technical and Vocational Training Centre at Beppoh. …
… Under this, there will be a nursing training college in Prestea, partnership with the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) to establish a campus in Prestea, a Technical and Vocational Training Centre at Beppoh, a new Junior High School (JHS) block at Dumasi, an additional JH …
… Other projects include the establishment of an underground campus of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Prestea in partnership with the university, construction of schools and health facilities in Dumasi, Brakwa, Kwame Niampa and other communities, as well as potabl …
… Frank Boateng, Acting Director of the Institute of Mineral Resource Investment and Governance at the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), will examine global lessons from resource-rich countries and what Ghana can learn from countries that pursued nationalisation, strategic …
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), Prof. Richard Kwasi Amankwah, has announced the university’s commitment to training 1,000 coders this academic year in support of the government’s digitalisation agenda. …
Researchers have presented findings from a study on Ghana's Community Mining Scheme, evaluating its benefits since 2019 and identifying policy and practice changes needed. The research, conducted by teams from the University of Derby and University of Mines and Technology, surveyed 500 CMS miners and interviewed regulators and miners to assess the scheme's impact and challenges.
Researchers have presented findings from a study on Ghana's Community Mining Scheme, evaluating its benefits since 2019 and identifying policy and practice changes needed. The research, conducted by teams from the University of Derby and University of Mines and Technology, surveyed 500 CMS miners and interviewed regulators and miners to assess the scheme's impact and challenges.
Seequent, a global leader in subsurface earth modelling and data management software, is expanding its presence in West Africa, with Ghana serving as a key hub. The company's Regional Manager for West Africa credits Ghana's diverse mineral base, credible regulatory framework, and relentless exploration activity as reasons for the region's strategic importance to Seequent's operations.
Titus Owusu Darko, National Union of Ghana Students Secretary for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Skills Development, campaigned on empowering students to pursue agriculture and agribusiness as pathways to economic empowerment and job creation. He scored 73.85 percent before the 58th NUGS Vetting Panel on September 5, 2025, securing his place on the ballot.
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.
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources is replacing illegal mining operations in the Ellembelle District with a Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme, aimed at reducing illegal mining's harm to communities and water bodies while helping youth transition to responsible, sustainable livelihoods. Small-scale miners are also developing the Anwiah Teleko Bokazo Responsible Cooperative Mining site on an abandoned pit, with government support.
Heath Goldfields Limited, a wholly Ghanaian mining company, has unveiled a $20 million five-year Community Development Plan for the Bogoso-Prestea mining enclave in the Western Region, focusing on education, healthcare, infrastructure, skills development and local job creation through projects including a nursing training college in Prestea, a Technical and Vocational Training Centre at Beppoh, healthcare facilities, and infrastructure improvements.
Heath Goldfields Limited, a wholly Ghanaian-owned company, has launched a US$20 million five-year community development plan for the Bogoso-Prestea enclave covering education, healthcare, infrastructure, skills development and local job creation, with projects including a nursing training college, UMaT campus, technical vocational centre, school blocks, health clinics and community infrastructure improvements.
Indigenous mining firm Heath Goldfields has launched a five-year community development plan committing US$20 million towards legacy projects in education, healthcare, infrastructure, skills training and job creation in its mining catchment communities of Prestea and Bogoso.
Joy Business is hosting a national roundtable discussion titled "To Nationalise or Transform? Rethinking Ghana's Approach to Mining, Oil and Critical Minerals" to examine whether greater Ghanaian ownership of the extractive sector is sufficient for national benefit, or if deeper reforms in governance, financing, and accountability are needed.
The University of Mines and Technology has held its 2026 Mini Congregation Ceremony in Tarkwa, graduating 95 students and committing to train 1,000 coders this academic year in support of the government's digitalisation agenda. The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has donated 200 laptops and provided 2,000 slots for students and staff to obtain Google certifications.
The Ghana University Sports Association concluded the 9th Mini GUSA Games at UPSA from May 5–15, 2026, bringing together student-athletes from multiple universities to compete in football, basketball, volleyball, tennis, badminton, athletics and other disciplines. UCC emerged as overall champions with 50 medals, followed by UEW with 47 and KNUST with 39.
The Institute of Economic Affairs has called on government to reject Gold Fields Ghana's request to extend its mining lease for the Tarkwa Mine, arguing that Ghana should take strategic control of the asset when the current lease expires in April 2027. The IEA contends that Ghana now has the capacity to manage the mine in its national interest and that renewing the lease would undermine the country's long-term economic and strategic goals.
A mining engineer testifying for Chairman Wontumi's defence told the court that Ghana's mining laws require formal procedures and ministerial approval for assignment of mineral rights, and that verbal permission cannot constitute a valid transfer. Wontumi faces six counts of allegedly permitting mining on his concession without prior ministerial approval and facilitating unlicensed mining.
The University of Professional Studies, Accra will host the 9th Mini Ghana University Sports Association Games from May 5–15, 2026, with 16 public universities competing in football, badminton, 3×3 basketball, athletics, volleyball, tennis and table tennis under the theme "Integrating University Sports with Academic Professionalism."