We wish to inform staff and students that the University will re-open for the First Semester of the 2025 Academic Year as follows:

• Registration: All Students – January 1 to March 7, 2025
• Reporting: Freshers – January 13, 2025
• Continuing Students – January 13, 2025
• Lectures (All Students – Morning Session) – January13, 2025
• Lectures (All Students – Weekend Session) _ January 17, 2025

Lectures for All Programmes (Morning Session) will commence on January 13, 2025, while the Weekend Session will begin on January 17, 2025.

Dr. Kwesi Eduafo Yankey started his Secondary School education at Aggrey Memorial A.M.E Zion Senior High School through Axim and ended in Navrongo where he obtained his Advanced Level Certificate. In 1974, he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Administration, Marketing and Finance at the University of Ghana. In 1976 he obtained a certificate in Banking from the University of Colorado, Boulder. In his constant quest to diversify his knowledge, he took a certificate training in Insurance from the Ghana Insurance College. In 2017, Paa Kwesi was accepted in the Global Health Delivery Intensive Program (GHDI) at the Harvard University where he received a certificate.

Dr. Eduafo Yankey begun his working career as a Banker in Boulder, Colorado, USA. He returned to his motherland Ghana in the late 1970s after working for a short while in the United States of America. On his return to Ghana, he was appointed as the Commercial Manager for A-Lang, a construction firm. Following the experience in the construction firm from A- Lang and coupled with the entrepreneurial acumen in him, he established Dumakwae Limited, a building and construction firm. With his diverse experiences in various professional fields, he later entered into various entrepreneurial ventures, including, Dumakwae Investments Limited, a holding company, Barrett Industries Limited, a manufacturing company, and Barrett Farms Limited, a Ghanaian owned company with specialty in the production and distribution of passion fruits and cherry tomatoes among others. Eduafo is a distinguished seasoned entrepreneur and philanthropist, with over 40 years’ experience in diverse professional fields.

Over the years, Dr. Yankey, has served on a wide variety of boards and companies including; Swift Plumbing and Mechanical Services Limited, Ghana Baseball and Softball Association (Chief Patron), Child Help Foundation, Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company, Busia Foundation, Panbros Salt Industries Limited, Nexus Metals and Ceiling Limited in various executive and non-executive positions and have been instrumental in establishing, converting, reviving and turning around the fortunes of non- performing companies into vibrant and profitable ones. He is a very active member of the University of Ghana Alumni Association, and was very instrumental in the designing process, sourcing for funding and construction of the University of Ghana Jubilee Hall during the occasion of the University of Ghana’s 50th anniversary.

Dr. Kwesi Eduafo Yankey served as the Chairman of the University of Ghana Alumni Association from 2011 to 2018. During this period, there was a surge of enthusiasm and membership drive among alumni and he initiated various programmes and facilitated many philanthropic works to support health, scholarships and education, enhanced engagements between students, administrators and lecturers. In his capacity as the Chairman of the Alumni Association, he served as a member of the University of Ghana Council and on the Advisory Board of the College of Health Sciences. He also served as a member of the Advisory Board of the University of Ghana Business School and the Board of Trustees of Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research Global Endowment Fund. He was very instrumental in the establishment of the University of Ghana Alumni Centre which currently houses the Alumni Association Secretariat, the Office of Institutional Advancement, and the UG@75 Secretariat, among others.

In recognition of all his hard work and contribution to the development of Ghana and specifically to the University of Ghana, Kwesi Eduafo Yankey was conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree by the University of Ghana in 2023.

In December 2022, Dr. Kwesi Eduafo Yankey was enstooled as Agonahene of the New Juaben Traditional Area with the stool name Nana Kwesi Boama.

Currently, Dr. Eduafo Yankey is the Board Chairman for Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA); Board Chairman of SUNU Assurance Limited, Ghana; Chairman of Zeepay Ghana; Chairman of KooKey Courier Services; Chairman for Eire Contractors West Africa; Chairman of First Gear and Mining Company Limited; Member on the Advisory Board of the School of Biological and Allied Health Sciences; Member of the Board of Trustees of the International Pediatric Cancer Center; Director of Security Exchange Commission; Chief Executive Officer of Dumakwae Investment Limited; Director of Omni Quarries; Director of Sao Capital Limited; and Managing Director for Barrett Farms.

Dr. Kwesi Eduafo Yankey is a family man with four (4) children (Esi, Kosi, Kofi Krofu and Kobina Nketsia). He is an avid reader, philanthropist, sports enthusiast and a social justice advocate.

It is announced for the information of the Koforidua Technical University Community, Alumni and the General Public that the 21^st Congregation Ceremony of the University for the award of Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) Degrees, Higher National Diplomas (HND) and Diplomas to persons who completed their programmes of study in 2024, has been scheduled for Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the University’s Ceremonial Grounds.

Graduands who intend to be presented at the Congregation are to visit graduation.ktu.edu.gh to verify their names on the graduation list.

The Congregation fee is GH¢550.00 for B.Tech. Graduands and GH¢500.00 for HND and Diploma Graduands per person.

 Payments are to be made through the KTUConnect Payment System at the following banks:  Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), GCB Bank PLC, Fidelity Bank and Universal Merchant Bank, or pay with the Short Code *776*102# for all networks, on or before Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

The fee covers the cost of certificates, certificate holders, academic gowns and souvenirs.

Graduands who have paid the Congregation fees are expected to contact the Students’ Services Section for their gowns.

There will be mandatory rehearsals for all Graduands on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at the Ceremonial Grounds.

All Graduands are to note that those who are unable to attend the Congregation shall be required to pay the same amount before the collection of their certificates.

Please Note:

• Graduands who fail to return their gowns at the collection point by Tuesday, December 04, 2024, would be surcharged GH¢50.00 daily for each additional day after the deadline.
• Graduands who misplace their gowns would pay GH¢500 for the cost of the full gown set (hood, gown and cap). This should be paid before the collection of certificates and any other academic documents.

 (SIGNED)

REGISTRAR

The Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE) has entered into a partnership with Koforidua Technical University (KTU), formalized by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration is part of GI-KACE’s mission to expand digital skills training in the Eastern Region.

During the MoU signing ceremony at KTU, Ing. Dr. Collins Yeboah-Afari, Director General of GI-KACE, expressed his excitement about the partnership. He highlighted that this agreement would support the eSkills4Jobs initiative in the Eastern Region, contributing to Ghana’s digital transformation goals under the Ghana Digital Acceleration Project (GDAP).

“The eSkills4Jobs initiative is designed to create a robust ecosystem to prepare Ghana’s workforce for the digital economy. This MoU allows GI-KACE to team up with KTU to deliver training programs focused on digital skills and capacity building in the region,” he said.

Prof. John Owusu, Vice Chancellor of KTU, also shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, noting that the eSkills4Jobs program will offer substantial benefits to young people and local residents in the Eastern Region. He emphasized that the introduction of practical digital skills training aims to empower students and drive local economic development through a digitally savvy workforce.

With a history spanning over 20 years, GI-KACE has played a key role in closing the digital skills gap, providing ICT education to both rural and urban communities across Ghana. It already has a presence in the Bono-Sunyani, Upper West-Bolga, and Greater Accra regions. This MoU is a significant step toward expanding digital skills training nationwide, equipping students and local communities with essential skills.

The signing event was attended by notable figures including Frederick Yeboah, Director of Research and Innovation at GI-KACE; Kobi Hemaa Osisiadan-Bekoe, Director of Corporate Affairs at GI-KACE; Evelyn Fafa Adom, Registrar at KTU; Dr. Edward Asante, University Librarian at KTU; Dr. Frank Agyei Dwomoh, Dean of International Programs and Institutional Linkages at KTU; Franklin Odoom, Deputy Registrar in charge of the Vice Chancellor’s Secretariat at KTU; and Emmanuel Opoku Debrah, Head of ICT.

The eSkills4Jobs training officially began on October 14, 2024, and covers several regions, including Greater Accra, Ashanti, Central, Volta, Bono, Northern, Upper East, Western North, Eastern, and Bono East. It aims to provide participants with practical skills in areas such as Web Technology, Data Analytics with Power BI, Data Science, Graphic Design & Multimedia Technology, Microsoft AI, Cybersecurity Operations, Digital Marketing, AI for Office Productivity, and Blogging.

Dr. Emmanuel Gamor ( Lecturer, Hospitality Department – KTU ) has been recognized for his outstanding contributions in the 7th edition of Hospitality Internship. His dedication to nurturing future leaders in the hospitality industry has earned him a spotlight in this prestigious publication.

With a commitment to academic excellence and industry innovation, Dr. Gamor continues to inspire students and colleagues alike, making significant strides in workforce development and global internship opportunities for the next generation of hospitality professionals.

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Koforidua Technical University (KTU) has initiated a competence-based training program specifically focused on Metal Inert Gas (MIG) and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding techniques. This program targets artisans who are members of the Eastern Region Branch of the Ghana National Association of Garages (GNAG). The training aims to enhance the skills and technical knowledge of these artisans, empowering them to adopt advanced welding techniques and improve the quality of their work. By focusing on competence-based training, KTU ensures that participants gain practical hands-on experience, enabling them to meet industry standards and increase their employability within the automotive and manufacturing sectors.

This initiative is being supported by the Ghana Skills Development Fund (GSDF), a program designed to foster skills development and capacity building in various sectors across the country. The GSDF’s involvement highlights the government’s commitment to promoting technical and vocational education and training (TVET) as a means of boosting economic growth. By partnering with KTU, the GSDF is ensuring that artisans receive the necessary training and resources to remain competitive in an evolving job market. This collaboration underscores the importance of continuous skill development in driving innovation and improving the livelihoods of workers in the Eastern Region.

What is a hackathon?
A hackathon is derived from two roots: “hacking,” which means applying creative solutions to address specific problems, and “marathon,” which metaphorically refers to the intensity of a competition. Therefore, a hackathon can be defined as an event where teams come together to work intensively on technology-related projects or to solve specific problems within a set timeframe, usually 48 hours.

Overview of the 2024 Hackathon
The 2024 Hackathon for Technical Universities is being organized by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The competition is open to students from any discipline and year of study who are interested in participating in the contest to offer innovative, policy-relevant solutions. The hackathon involves teams of up to five members working together over 36 hours to develop a product (such as a data visualization, dashboard, policy paper, poster, or infographic) based primarily on data from the StatsBank, complemented by other relevant sources. Six universities are expected to participate, and the top three winners from each Technical University will compete in a National Hackathon event later in the year. The teams that place first, second, and third will receive awards.

Goals and Objectives of the 2024 Hackathon
•Promote the use of integrated datasets to address complex contemporary challenges.
•Increase awareness of the resourcefulness of the GSS StatsBank among Technical Universities.
•Harness the use of data science and artificial intelligence techniques to deepen engagement with data and statistics.
•Expand the pool of data and statistical resources for national, business, and household policy guidance.
•Sustain partnerships with academic institutions to enhance the utilization of GSS statistical products for research and teaching.

Thematic Areas for Product Development
The themes for the 2024 Hackathon are centered on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mentors are encouraged to guide participants in developing their products based on the following areas:
•Poverty eradication and economic growth (SDG 1 & SDG 8)
•Quality education and access (SDG 4)
•Health and well-being (SDG 3)
•Gender equality (SDG 5)
•Sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11)
•Decent work and economic opportunities (SDG 8)
•Reduced inequalities (SDG 10)
•Food security and agriculture (SDG 2)
•Energy access and clean fuels

Who Can Participate in the Launch of the 2024 Hackathon?
The 2024 Hackathon will be launched on 14th August at the Abba Bentil Theater at 10 a.m. During the launch, officials from the GSS will raise awareness about the StatsBank (a data repository) and demonstrate the resourcefulness of the 2021 Population and Housing Census (PHC). The StatsBank provides academics, researchers, and students with easy access to nationally representative datasets, optimizing the resources invested in data collection. The diversity of data in the GSS StatsBank offers academics and students a rich data repository for project work and paper writing, irrespective of their background.

Internal Prizes
The 2024 Hackathon will last for 36 hours. Participants will be accommodated and fed during the competition. At the national level, the winner, 1st runner-up, and 2nd runner-up will receive Gh₵5,000, Gh₵3,000, and Gh₵2,000, respectively. There will also be consolation prizes and certificates for all participants, mentors, and judges.

Why Should KTU Participate in the Grand Finale of the 2024 Hackathon?
The grand finale of the 2024 Hackathon will be held in Accra, following the selection of the three best teams from six Technical Universities. The GSS, as the national organizer, has secured international sponsorship for the 2024 Hackathon. As a result, in addition to local media coverage, the event is expected to attract international attention. This offers KTU a branding opportunity to elevate its profile before an international audience. The positive impact of this competition will likely enhance KTU’s enrollment in the coming years.