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University of Mines and Technology

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.

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  1. May 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Participating institutions included Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), University of Education, Winneba (UEW), University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), University for Development Studies (UDS), University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR), Ghana Co …

    UCC crowned overall champions as UPSA successfully hosts 9th mini GUSA games

  3. The Chronicle

    … It cited the contribution of the University of Mines and Technology in producing skilled mining engineers, geologists and industry professionals over the years. …

    IEA Talks Tough: Ghana Must Take Control Of Tarkwa Mine …When The Lease Expires Next Year

  4. Joy Online

    … The witness statement also suggested that he obtained his Master’s degree from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, although he later clarified that the qualifications were actually obtained from the University of Mines and Technology and the University of Ghan …

    Wontumi trial: Defence witness says verbal mining deals have no legal standing

  5. Joy Online

    … Top institutions including the University of Ghana, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, University of Cape Coast, University of Education,Winneba, University of Media, Arts & Communications, University for Development Studies and University of Mines and Technology …

    UPSA to host 9th Mini GUSA Games from May 5
Mining & Energy

Study identifies reforms needed for Ghana's community mining scheme

The News

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.

13 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 13 June

  1. Study identifies reforms needed for Ghana's community mining scheme

    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.

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Seequent expands subsurface software footprint in West Africa

    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.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. NUGS innovation secretary touts agribusiness for student economic empowerment

    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.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

  1. 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 →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Ghana replaces illegal mining with cooperative scheme in Ellembelle

    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.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 1 June

  1. Heath Goldfields unveils $20m five-year community development plan

    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.

    1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Heath Goldfields unveils US$20m five-year Bogoso-Prestea development plan

    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.

    1 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 29 May

  1. Heath Goldfields commits $20m to Prestea-Bogoso development

    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.

    29 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 25 May

  1. Joy Business examines Ghana's future in mining and extractives

    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.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 24 May

  1. UMaT graduates 95 students, commits to training 1,000 coders

    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.

    24 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 16 May

  1. UCC wins 9th Mini GUSA Games; UPSA hosts universities

    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.

    16 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 15 May

  1. IEA urges Ghana to reject Tarkwa Mine lease renewal

    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.

    15 May 2026 · The Chronicle →

  2. Defence witness: verbal mining deals lack legal standing in Ghana

    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.

    15 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 4 May

  1. UPSA to host 9th Mini GUSA Games in May 2026

    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."

    4 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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