Koforidua Technical University (KTU) has formalized a strategic partnership with the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) in South Africa through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering academic collaboration, staff and student exchange, and joint research initiatives.

The official signing ceremony was held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Abba Bentil Andam Theatre, KTU.

The event brought together key officials from both institutions. Representing KTU were Prof. John Owusu (Vice-Chancellor), Prof. Richard Ohene Asiedu (Pro Vice-Chancellor), Mrs. Evelyn Fafa Adom (Registrar), and Dr. Frank Agyen Dwomoh (Director, International Programmes and Institutional Linkages). Also present were Deans, Directors, and Heads of Departments from various faculties.

The VUT delegation was led by Dr. Simphiwe Speech Nelana, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation, Commercialisation, and Internationalisation.

In his address, Prof. John Owusu described the collaboration as a significant milestone in KTU’s internationalisation drive. He expressed optimism that the partnership would advance transformative educational initiatives and strengthen the role of higher education in promoting sustainable development across Africa. He further revealed that a joint working committee has been established to ensure the effective implementation of the agreed areas of cooperation.

Dr. Simphiwe Speech Nelana, in his remarks, lauded KTU for its warm hospitality and visionary approach to education. He emphasised that the partnership between VUT and KTU is both timely and strategic, providing an avenue for the two institutions to address shared development challenges through innovation, research, and technology.

As part of the visit, the Office of International Programmes and Institutional Linkages (IPIL) hosted the VUT delegation on a cultural and recreational tour to Boti Falls in Huhunya, where guests enjoyed a scenic canoe experience. The visit concluded with a dinner reception in honour of the delegation.

This partnership forms part of KTU’s broader international engagement agenda to build global collaborations that enhance academic quality, expand research capacity, and create new opportunities for staff and student development.