KTU Commissions New 5-Storey Multipurpose Engineering Facility

Koforidua Technical University (KTU) has taken a significant step toward enhancing academic excellence with the partial handover of a newly constructed five-storey Faculty of Engineering building.

The Western and Central Link Wings of the facility were handed over by Antartic Construction Company during an interim ceremony held on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The event was attended by key university officials, including the Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Richard Ohene Asiedu; Director of Works, Prof. William Gyadu-Asiedu; Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Prof. Richard Arthur; as well as members of the project team.

Funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) and supervised by Arch-4-Team Consultancy, the multipurpose facility comprises modern classrooms, workshops, and office spaces designed to support teaching, learning, and research. The entire project is expected to be fully completed within the next six months.

KTU Swears In Newly Elected Council of Convocation Members

Koforidua Technical University (KTU) has sworn into office the newly elected members of its Council of Convocation at a brief ceremony held on Thursday, 6th February 2026, at the Boakye-Yiadom Conference Room.

The eight (8) members of the Council were duly elected during an election conducted on Friday, 30th January 2026.

In his address, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. John Owusu, highlighted the important role of the Council of Convocation in the University’s governance system. He noted that the Council supports effective university administration, fosters collaboration among stakeholders, and serves as a platform for keeping staff, students, and alumni informed about key developments within the University community.

On behalf of the Council, the Chairman, Prof. Eugene Okyere-Kwakye, pledged the commitment of members to support the growth and development of Koforidua Technical University. He assured the University community of the Council’s readiness to work closely with management, faculty, and students to strengthen unity and promote collaboration.

The newly inaugurated members of the Council of Convocation are:

  1. Dr. Edward Asante
  2. Prof. Eugene Okyere-Kwakye
  3. Mrs. Ruth Asabea Addo
  4. Dr. Felix Owusu Gyebi
  5. Dr. Yaw Gyau Akyereko
  6. Dr. King Solomon Akorli
  7. Dr. Enock Mintah Ampaw
  8. Dr. Paulina Addo

 

KTU Faculty of Engineering Hosts Empower STEM Day for Rural JHS Students

The Faculty of Engineering of Koforidua Technical University (KTU), in collaboration with Empower Playgrounds, a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has organised an Empower STEM Day for students from selected Junior High Schools in rural communities across the Eastern Region.

The event was held on the University campus on Wednesday, 4th February 2026.

Empower STEM Day is an annual outreach initiative designed to expose young students to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education and career opportunities. Activities for the day included guided campus tours, orientation sessions, STEM-focused talks, practical demonstrations, interactive workshops, and career guidance sessions facilitated by faculty professionals from the University.

The programme aimed to inspire students from underserved communities to explore engineering and technical career pathways, while fostering early interest in innovation, problem-solving, and applied science.

Reporters:
Andrew Agyapong
Jefferson Yeboah Nyarko

Queen Kara Pays Courtesy Call on KTU Management After Face of Technical University 2025 Win

The Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Dean of Students, and Executives of the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) have warmly received Queen Kara, winner of the recently concluded Face of Technical University 2025 pageant, during a courtesy visit to the University.

The Face of Technical University is a national beauty pageant that brings together contestants from all ten Technical Universities in Ghana. Beyond pageantry, the initiative serves as a powerful advocacy platform aimed at promoting Technical University education, increasing public awareness, and repositioning technical and vocational higher education as a vital component of Ghana’s national development agenda. Central to the programme is the promotion of entrepreneurship through seminars, workshops, and structured capacity-building sessions for participants.

Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the organisers—who are alumni of Technical Universities—highlighted the pageant’s role in enhancing the visibility of Technical Universities, formerly known as polytechnics, which have historically received limited public exposure. They noted that the platform provides an effective avenue for communicating the value of practice-oriented, industry-relevant education to prospective students, corporate bodies, and other key stakeholders.

The Face of Technical University Beauty Pageant, formerly known as Face of Polytechnic, is solely originated by the Jeffmor Group, with support from the Ghana National Union of Technical Students (GNUTS). The organisers reaffirmed their commitment to leveraging the pageant as a strategic tool to promote technical education as a credible pathway to innovation, employability, and sustainable economic growth in Ghana.

Call For Applications: Erasmus+ Exchange Programme (University of Würzburg, Germany)

The University of Würzburg, Germany, in collaboration with Koforidua Technical University (KTU), is pleased to invite postgraduate students with a strong background in Remote Sensing to apply for nomination for the 2025/2026 Winter Term under the Erasmus+ Exchange Programme.

Interested and qualified students are required to submit their applications through the Erasmus+ Coordinator via the email address below:

📧 Email: coordinator.erasmusplus171@ktu.edu.gh

📅 Application Deadline: Monday, 16th February 2026

For further enquiries, please contact:
📞 026 402 1895 / 026 512 0164

Faculty of Business and Management Studies Holds Orientation Programme for First-Year Students

The Faculty of Business and Management Studies successfully organized an orientation programme for its first-year students to formally welcome them into the Faculty and introduce them to university academic life and expectations. The programme was held from Wednesday, January 28 to Friday, January 30, 2026.

The orientation programme provided students with comprehensive information on faculty regulations, academic requirements, examination procedures, and the various student support services available to assist them throughout their studies. Students were encouraged to demonstrate discipline, commitment, and integrity in their academic pursuits.

Faculty officers and lecturers engaged students through informative presentations and interactive sessions, offering guidance on effective study habits, time management, and the importance of strictly adhering to university rules and policies. The interactive nature of the programme allowed students to ask questions and seek clarification on issues relating to their academic journey.

The Faculty reaffirmed its commitment to supporting students and creating a conducive environment for teaching and learning. The programme concluded with best wishes to all students for a successful and fulfilling academic experience.

KTU Celebrates 67 Graduates at Second Short Courses Graduation Ceremony

The Short Courses and Training Unit of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) successfully held its Second Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to celebrate the achievements of participants who completed various short-course training programmes.

A total of sixty-seven (67) participants were awarded Certificates of Participation after successfully completing programmes across diverse professional fields. The courses offered included, but were not limited to, Phlebotomy Practice, Introduction to Cybersecurity, Fundamentals of Python Programming, Warehousing Management Operations and Safety, Cold Chain Logistics Management, Fundamentals of Taxation, Tax Administration in Ghana, Fashion Design and Textiles, and several other skill-oriented programmes.

The ceremony marked a significant milestone in KTU’s efforts to provide industry-relevant training aimed at enhancing professional competence and employability. Participants expressed profound gratitude, joy, and satisfaction with the knowledge and practical skills acquired during the training period. They particularly commended the experienced facilitators, interactive teaching methods, hands-on practical sessions, and the conducive learning environment provided by the University.

Graduates also encouraged members of the general public to take advantage of the numerous short-course training programmes organised by KTU, noting that the programmes offer valuable opportunities to enhance professional skills, upgrade competencies, and acquire new knowledge relevant to today’s evolving job market.

The event reaffirmed KTU’s commitment to lifelong learning and capacity building through practical, flexible, and demand-driven training programmes.

Mandatory Medical Examination for All First-Year Students – 2025/2026 Academic Year

All first-year students are required to undergo a mandatory medical examination at the University Clinic in accordance with the provisions of the Students’ Handbook (Article 32b).

In this regard, all first-year students are to take note of the following details and comply accordingly:

Date: Monday, 9th February – Monday, 16th March, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Venue: University Clinic

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Medical examination is compulsory for all first-year students. Students who fail to undergo the medical examination within the stipulated period shall forfeit their student status.

The attached timetable must be strictly adhered to, and no excuses shall be entertained.

All concerned students are advised to comply promptly.

SCHEDULE FOR MEDICAL EXAMINATION

All first-year students are therefore to study and take note of the dates, time and venue for the medical examination exercise.

S/N PROGRAMME SESSION DATE AND TIME
1. HND Food Technology
HND Marketing
HND Secretaryship & Mgt. Studies
HND Hospitality Management
MORNING 9th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
2. HND Computer Science
HND Statistics
HND Mechanical Engineering
HND Energy Systems Engineering
HND Automotive Engineering
MORNING 10th Feb., 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
3. HND Post Harvest Technology
HND Building Technology
HND Fashion Design & Textiles
HND Environmental Mgt.
MORNING 11th Feb., 2025
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
4. HND Electrical Engineering MORNING

 

12th – 13th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
5. HND Accountancy
HND Purchasing & Supply
HND Civil Eng.
MORNING

 

16th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
6. HND Biomedical Engineering MORNING 17th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
7. HND Networking Management MORNING

 

18th & 19th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
8. B-Tech Automotive Eng.
B-Tech Building Tech (Building Service Tech)
B-Tech Building Tech. (Constr. Tech & Mgt.)
B-Tech Building Tech (Quantity Surveying)
B-Tech Building Tech (Real Estate Mgt.)
B-Tech Civil Engineering
B-Tech Computer Science
B-Tech Environmental Mgt. & Tech.
B-Tech Food Technology
B-Tech Integrated Devt. Planning
MORNING 20th – 23rd Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
9. B-Tech Accounting
B-Tech Accounting & Finance
B-Tech Marketing
B-Tech Procurement & Supply Chain
B-Tech Fashion Design & Textiles
MORNING 24th – 26th Feb, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
10. B-Tech Mechatronics
B-Tech Medical Laboratory Science
B-Tech Energy Systems Eng.
B-Tech Telecom Engineering
B-Tech Welding & Fabrication Eng.
MORNING 27th Feb., 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
11 BSc Information Technology
B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
B-Tech Secretaryship & Mgt. Studies
B-Tech Energy Systems
MORNING 2nd March, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
12. B-Tech Electrical Engineering MORNING 3rd – 4th March, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
13. BSc Public Administration
B-Tech Mechanical Engineering
B-Tech Graphic Design
B-Tech Sustainable Water & Sanitation
MORNING 5th March, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm
14. ALL NON-HND AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME MORNING 9th – 11th March, 2026
University Clinic
8:00 am – 3:00 pm

 NOTE TO WEEKEND SESSION STUDENTS

Weekend students of the various programmes can join their colleagues on the specific dates assigned to their groups for the exercise.

Download Schedule For Medical Examination

KTU Enters Strategic Partnership with ILSMA for Leadership Development

Koforidua Technical University (KTU) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Institute of Leadership and Strategic Management—Africa (ILSMA) to provide practical training and strategic leadership development opportunities for professionals and emerging graduates.

The collaboration is aimed at equipping practitioners, administrators, directors, managers, and young graduates with relevant leadership and management skills required to effectively navigate today’s dynamic professional and organizational environments. Through this partnership, both institutions seek to bridge the gap between theory and practice while promoting excellence in leadership and strategic decision-making.

Under the partnership arrangement, KTU and ILSMA will jointly offer certificate programmes in diverse fields, including law, business, health and safety, and marketing, among others. These programmes will be delivered at a competitive cost and are designed to meet the evolving needs of individuals and organizations across various sectors.

In line with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the University campus, the two institutions have also committed to developing and delivering customised short courses at all levels of professional development. These courses are intended to enhance the leadership capabilities of participants while contributing meaningfully to organizational growth and national development in Ghana.

The partnership underscores KTU’s innovative and forward-looking approach to addressing local, national, and global challenges through capacity building, industry collaboration, and practical skills development.

The MoU signing ceremony was attended by key dignitaries from both institutions, including:

  • Prof. John Owusu, Vice-Chancellor, KTU
  • Prof. Richard Ohene Asiedu, Pro Vice-Chancellor, KTU
  • Evelyn Fafa Adom, Registrar, KTU
  • Dr. Emmanuel Agyekum, Coordinator of Short Courses, KTU
  • Prof. Frank Agyen Dwomoh, Director of International Programmes and Institutional Linkages, KTU
  • Dr. Samuel Otoo Lartey, President, ILSMA
  • George Asiamah-Aboagye, Programmes Coordinator, ILSMA