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ATU’s journey to becoming a beacon of education, TVET excellence in Ghana
With a long history of development and ongoing advancement, the Accra Technical University (ATU) is a bright star in Ghana’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) landscape.
ATU has continuously maintained its commitment to academic achievement, innovation and community development from its modest beginnings to its current status as a preeminent university.
Genesis of ATU
Initially established as the Accra Technical Institute in 1949, ATU has undergone considerable changes over the years, culminating in its recognition as a technical university in 2016.
The institution was created to empower individuals to contribute significantly to Ghana’s industrial and economic sectors by giving them access to relevant knowledge and skills.
Over the years, ATU broadened the range of technical disciplines, it offered to adding bachelor’s degree programmers to its initial concentration of providing technician certificate and diploma programmers. The institution’s commitment to addressing the changing demands of Ghana’s workforce and promoting innovation in important fields including business, engineering, applied sciences, and applied arts was a driving force behind its expansion.
New Master’s degree Programmes
In a significant leap forward for technical and vocational education in Ghana, ATU is set to offer approximately 13 new master’s degree programmes in the coming academic year.
This bold expansion marks a new chapter in the illustrious history of an institution that has continually championed academic excellence, innovation, and community development.
Leaps in TVET Excellence
As a trailblaser in TVET, ATU has distinguished itself by launching initiatives and programmes that bridge the knowledge gap between academia and industry.
The institution’s curriculum strongly focuses on practical experience, hands-on learning, and skills pertinent to the industry, equipping students for success in dynamic professional environments.
ATU’s state-of-the-art facilities, including well-equipped workshops, laboratories and specialised training centres provide students with the resources they need to excel in their chosen fields.
The university’s faculty comprises seasoned academics and industry experts dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering innovation.
Moreover, ATU’s strategic alliances with international universities, national and local businesses and government organisations have also improved its academic offerings and promoted technology transfer and knowledge sharing. Through internships, industry affiliations, and group research projects, these partnerships give students access to the real world.
A Commitment to Community Development
Accra Technical University is committed to community development and societal impact, alongside achieving academic excellence.
The university engages in outreach programmes, capacity-building projects, and vocational training initiatives aimed at empowering marginalised communities and promoting sustainable development.
ATU’s contributions extend beyond the classroom, with initiatives focused on entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
The university’s role as a catalyst for positive change is reflected in its efforts to foster inclusive growth and empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue meaningful careers.
Opportunities and goals
ATU is persistent in its objective to transform TVET education in Ghana as it continues its journey of expansion and innovation.
To take advantage of new opportunities and challenges in the global scene, ATU plans to grow its alliances, improve its research capabilities, and broaden its academic offerings in the future.
ATU is well-positioned to develop the next wave of talented professionals, innovators and leaders and will continue to be a shining example of TVET and education in Ghana and beyond.
The authors are Deputy Registrar/ Director, Public Affairs and Asst Registrar, Public Affairs of the school
By Fausta K. Ganaa & Manasseh Annor
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Oxfam in Ghana donates medical equipment and essential drugs worth GH¢1.5 million to Kasoa Polyclinic
Oxfam in Ghana has donated medical equipment and essential drugs worth about GH¢1.5 million to the Kasoa Polyclinic to strengthen maternal and reproductive healthcare services in the municipality.
The presentation, which took place on Tuesday, June 24, 2026, at the premises of the clinic in Kasoa, formed part of the sustainability and legacy activities under the Power to Choose (P2C) Project.
The donated items included delivery beds, maternity beds, oxygen cylinders, neonatal resuscitation equipment, blood pressure monitors, newborn weighing scales, suction machines, delivery kits, essential medicines, medical theatre wear and other critical supplies to support quality healthcare delivery.
The Power to Choose Project is a seven-year initiative being implemented by Oxfam in Ghana in partnership with the Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), WiLDAF Ghana, SEND Ghana, Norsaac and PARDA, with funding from Global Affairs Canada through Oxfam Quebec.
The project seeks to improve sexual and reproductive health and rights for young people, particularly adolescent girls, young women and young men living in vulnerable and marginalised conditions.
Addressing nurses and management of the hospital, the Country Director for Oxfam in Ghana, Mohammed-Anwar Sadat Adam, said the project, which began in 2021 and will run until early 2028, is being implemented in seven countries across Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
He said Ghana and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the two African countries benefiting from the project.
Mr. Adam noted that the project has already trained about 102 health workers in areas including youth-friendly services, emergency obstetric and neonatal care, family planning, gender-based violence response, respectful maternity care and inclusive healthcare delivery.
He said Oxfam and its partners conducted assessments at beneficiary facilities and identified equipment needs to help improve healthcare delivery.
According to him, the donation would create safe spaces where young women and girls could seek healthcare services without fear or stigma and would improve health outcomes in the community.
Mr. Adam thanked the Government of Canada, the Ghana Health Service, the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Ghana (SOGOG), World Health Ghana and other partners for supporting the implementation of the project.
He urged the beneficiary facilities to ensure that the equipment is properly used and maintained to serve the community for many years.
A speech by the Municipal Health Director for Awutu Senya East, Dr. Stanley Kweku Yaidoo, which was read on his behalf by the Municipal Accountant, Rev. Dr. Askari Thomas, described the donation as timely and important.
He said quality healthcare delivery depends on manpower, financial resources and equipment, adding that healthcare workers cannot effectively deliver services without the necessary tools.
Dr. Yaidoo thanked Oxfam and its partners for selecting Kasoa as one of the beneficiary facilities and assured them that the equipment would be put to good use.
The Acting Medical Superintendent of Kasoa Polyclinic, Dr. Papa Kojo Arthur, expressed appreciation to Oxfam for its continuous support over the years through training and capacity building.
He said the equipment would greatly support the effective management of patients, particularly in maternal and child healthcare.
According to him, the donation would help reduce maternal and perinatal mortality in the municipality.
The donation formed part of efforts to strengthen the capacity of youth-friendly health facilities in eight implementing districts across five regions of Ghana to continue providing quality and accessible sexual and reproductive healthcare services beyond the lifespan of the project.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts (MoTCCA) has announced that an electronic copy of Ghana’s revised National Cultural Policy is now available online for free access by the public and stakeholders in the creative sector.
In a statement issued on June 22, the ministry said the revised policy was officially launched on June 9, 2026, at the National Theatre of Ghana in Accra.
According to the ministry, the decision to upload the document on its official website is aimed at ensuring widespread dissemination, increasing public awareness and promoting the effective implementation of the policy.
The ministry encouraged sector practitioners, stakeholders and members of the public to visit its website and read the document.
“The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, in the spirit of the Black Star Experience, remains committed to a transparent, inclusive and collaborative approach to building the better Ghana we want,” the statement said.
It added that it looks forward to the active participation of stakeholders in implementing the policy for the benefit of the country.
The ministry urged the public to take advantage of the free access to the policy document and familiarise themselves with its contents.
By: Jacob Aggrey
