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CES Honours 277 First-Class Students at Deans’ Award Ceremony

02 Jun, 2025 By DIS

The College of Education Studies (CES) at the University of Cape Coast has held an Award Ceremony under the theme "Celebrating Academic Distinction: Inspiring Future Educators".

The event recognised and celebrated the outstanding academic achievements of 277 students who attained First Class honours.

The awardees, drawn from the three faculties of the College, received certificates of recognition. In addition to the certificates, the overall best students from each academic level were presented with a plaque and a hamper, acknowledging their exceptional performance and dedication to academic excellence.

Delivering the welcome remarks, the Acting Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof. Douglas D. Agyei, commended the awardees for their hard work and commitment to excellence. He charged them to maintain their academic standards and become sources of inspiration to their peers.

“You must keep up the good work and inspire your colleagues to also strive for excellence and be good examples to your peers,” he added.

Ag. Provost of the College of Education Studies, Prof. Douglas D. Agyei, presenting a certificate of recognition to an awardee

Prof. Agyei further stressed the need for Ghana to nurture educators who foster critical thinking and uphold strong moral values. “Ghana needs educators who will inspire critical thinking and cultivate integrity in students,” he emphasised.

“You must remember that your distinction comes with a responsibility to uphold the same standard,” Prof. Agyei advised.

The keynote address was delivered by a distinguished educationist and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah. Speaking on the theme of the event, Prof. Anamuah-Mensah spelt out the importance of recognising educators and their role in nation-building.

He praised the organisers for initiating the Dean’s Award Ceremony, stating that such events are vital in promoting a culture of academic excellence and respect for the teaching profession.

 

“I have a strong desire for all educators to be celebrated and we must elevate the teaching profession to a status of honour and prestige,” he added.

Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah

Prof. Agyei further stressed the need for Ghana to nurture educators who foster critical thinking and uphold strong moral values. “Ghana needs educators who will inspire critical thinking and cultivate integrity in students,” he emphasised.

“You must remember that your distinction comes with a responsibility to uphold the same standard,” Prof. Agyei advised.

The keynote address was delivered by a distinguished educationist and former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Education, Winneba Prof. Jophus Anamuah-Mensah. Speaking on the theme of the event, Prof. Anamuah-Mensah spelt out the importance of recognising educators and their role in nation-building.

He praised the organisers for initiating the Dean’s Award Ceremony, stating that such events are vital in promoting a culture of academic excellence and respect for the teaching profession.

“I have a strong desire for all educators to be celebrated and we must elevate the teaching profession to a status of honour and prestige,” he added.

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Delegation from Sasakawa Africa Association calls on UCC Vice-Chancellor

30 May, 2025 By DIS

A delegation from Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) has called on the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, as part of efforts to deepen the longstanding collaboration between the two institutions.

The delegation, led by SAA Country Director, Dr. Godwin Atser, and Technical Coordinator for Capacity Building, Dr. Anjolaoluwa Ore Fadairo, visited UCC to explore avenues for expanding joint initiatives, particularly in agricultural development and training.

The Sasakawa officials presenting souvenirs to Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong

Briefing the Vice-Chancellor on the visit, the Dean, School of Agriculture of UCC, Prof. Henry De-Graft Acquah, noted that the visit was aimed at reinforcing a partnership that dates back to the 1990s. He explained that the delegation was engaging with faculty members from the School of Agriculture (SoA) and the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension to assess ongoing initiatives, including the Supervised Enterprise Projects (SEPs). He further revealed that the SAA is partnering with the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension and School of Agriculture in sponsoring a capacity-building workshop for  extension officers focused on regenerative agriculture to address the challenges of low productivity and climate change among farmers across the country.

In his remarks, Dr. Atser commended UCC for its steadfast commitment to the Sasakawa Africa Fund for Extension Education (SAFE) programme, which has trained numerous front-line staff of Ghana’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture. "Your impact in the agricultural sector in Ghana and beyond is well recognised," he stated.

The Sasakawa delegation with the Vice-Chancellor and officials of UCC

Dr. Atser said SAA has renewed its focus on building resilient and sustainable food systems in Africa through knowledge sharing and capacity development. He also announced that the President of  Nippon Foundation (major funder of SAA), Mr. Takeju Ogata, is expected to visit Ghana soon and extended an invitation to the Vice-Chancellor and the faculty from the School of Agriculture to participate in a briefing session with the Japanese Ambassador. 

Receiving the delegation, Prof. Boampong expressed UCC’s readiness to strengthen its collaboration with the SAA, highlighting the University’s focus on translating research into practical solutions for societal challenges. "As a research-intensive institution, UCC is committed to innovative partnerships that generate real-world impact," he said.

He pointed out that UCC’s excellence in research and education had been recognised internationally, citing the Times Higher Education ranking which places UCC as the top university in Ghana and West Africa, and among the top 20 universities in Africa.

Prof. Boampong also praised the SAFE programme’s contributions to the University and the country, noting that it had produced some of the best agricultural extension officers and catalyzed several self-sustaining projects on campus. "UCC is proud to be recognised as one of the best agriculture universities in Africa," he concluded.

 

Dr. Godwin Atser signing the visitor's book

The Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Prof. Martin Bosompem,  noted that the Department, through the concepts of SEPs, has developed a BSc Agribusiness programme designed to provide students with practical, hands-on and entrepreneurial training. As part of this initiative, the Supervised Agribusiness Projects (SAPs) enable students to beta-test their agribusiness ideas during the first semester of their final year, both on and around campus. Additionally, he noted that some of the students had been linked to the Design Thinking Hub (D-Hub)-UCC, an initiative led by the Vice-Chancellor which provided support for them to establish and grow their businesses after graduation.

Present at the meeting were: The Pro-Vice Chancellor, Prof. Denis Worlanyo Aheto,  Registrar, Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye (Esq) as well as former Heads of the Department, of Agricultural Economics and Extension, Prof. Ernest Laryea Okorley and Prof. Festus Annor-Frempong.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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School of Allied Health Sciences embarks on medical screening at Apewosika

30 May, 2025 By DIS

As part of activities to commemorate its 10th Anniversary, the School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS) has organised a comprehensive medical screening exercise for residents of the Apewosika community.

The outreach, held in collaboration with the School of Optometry and Vision Sciences, was themed “Promoting Community Health through Collaborative Allied Health Services.” It aimed to enhance preventive healthcare and increase awareness about the importance of regular medical checkups.

Health screening ongoing at the Apewosika park

The exercise brought together several departments within SAHS, each providing its area of expertise. 

Community members including school pupils were screened for a variety of health indicators including blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol (fats) monitoring, blood group and sickling status, and body composition. Additional services included physical fitness assessments, home exercise demonstrations, basic sonographic screenings, nutrition counseling, and health education talks focusing on disease prevention.

A member of the SAHS Outreach Team Dr. Stephen Anim, , underscored the importance of the initiative as part of the School’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Measuring of a community member's body mass index

Dr. Anim, who is a lecturer at the Department of Sport and Exercise Science, noted that individuals identified with conditions requiring further medical attention would be referred to the UCC Hospital for continued care.

Home exercise session with a community member

“We are thankful for the community’s enthusiastic participation. Our aim is to make these outreach programs a regular engagement to support public health,” Dr. Anim said.

Assemblyman for Apewosika, Mr. Jacob Kakra Ewusie, commended the School for bringing much-needed healthcare services to the community.

Assemblyman for Apewosika, Mr. Jacob Kakra Ewusie,participating in the exercise

He called for stronger and continuous collaboration between the University and local residents to foster mutual development.

The event witnessed a high turnout and was widely appreciated by participants, reinforcing the positive impact of university-led community health initiatives.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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School of Allied Health Sciences embarks on medical screening at Apewosika

30 May, 2025 By DIS

As part of activities to commemorate its 10th Anniversary, the School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS) has organised a comprehensive medical screening exercise for residents of the Apewosika community.

The outreach, held in collaboration with the School of Optometry and Vision Sciences, was themed “Promoting Community Health through Collaborative Allied Health Services.” It aimed to enhance preventive healthcare and increase awareness about the importance of regular medical checkups.

Health screening ongoing at the Apewosika park

The exercise brought together several departments within SAHS, each providing its area of expertise. 

Community members including school pupils were screened for a variety of health indicators including blood pressure, blood sugar levels, cholesterol (fats) monitoring, blood group and sickling status, and body composition. Additional services included physical fitness assessments, home exercise demonstrations, basic sonographic screenings, nutrition counseling, and health education talks focusing on disease prevention.

A member of the SAHS Outreach Team Dr. Stephen Anim, , underscored the importance of the initiative as part of the School’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Measuring of a community member's body mass index

Dr. Anim, who is a lecturer at the Department of Sport and Exercise Science, noted that individuals identified with conditions requiring further medical attention would be referred to the UCC Hospital for continued care.

Home exercise session with a community member

“We are thankful for the community’s enthusiastic participation. Our aim is to make these outreach programs a regular engagement to support public health,” Dr. Anim said.

Assemblyman for Apewosika, Mr. Jacob Kakra Ewusie, commended the School for bringing much-needed healthcare services to the community.

Assemblyman for Apewosika, Mr. Jacob Kakra Ewusie,participating in the exercise

He called for stronger and continuous collaboration between the University and local residents to foster mutual development.

The event witnessed a high turnout and was widely appreciated by participants, reinforcing the positive impact of university-led community health initiatives.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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UCC hands over lavatory to Amamoma Community

30 May, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has officially handed over a newly constructed 16-seater public lavatory to the Amamoma Community as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) efforts.

At a ceremony to present the keys to the water closet facility, the Provost of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (CANS), Prof. Moses Jojo Eghan, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, reiterated the University’s commitment to supporting the welfare of its surrounding communities.

The Registrar, Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye (Esq.) joins the traditional leaders to unveil the plaque for the facility

“This project is a demonstration of our dedication to the well-being of Amamoma and our broader social responsibilities.  We want the community to know they are close to our hearts, and we will continue to show love through tangible support,” he said. 

Prof. Eghan also urged the residents to maintain the facility properly to prevent the spread of diseases and ensure its long-term use.

Receiving the keys on behalf of the community, the Sanahen of Amamoma, Nana Essipong I, expressed gratitude to the University for the thoughtful gesture. He assured that the facility would be well maintained for the benefit of residents, particularly the poor and vulnerable who lack access to private sanitation facilities.

Officials of UCC and traditional leaders after the hand over ceremony

Nana Essipong I also appealed to UCC to consider constructing a borehole to ensure regular flow of water to the toilet facility to help ease the burden of rising  cost of water.

The ceremony was attended by local leaders, including the assembly member for the area, Mr. Jacob Kakara Ewusie.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

GES Planning officers, statistical officers, SiSOs, and training officers undergo training on reliable data collection

30 May, 2025 By DIS

Schools Improvement Support Officers (SISOs), Planning officers, Statistical officers, and Training Officers of the Ghana Education Service (GES) have undergone a day's training to build their capacity on how to collect accurate and timely education data at the district levels.

 The training, organised by the Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (IEPA), a UNESCO Category II Centre of Excellence for West Africa at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), was to enhance the data collection skills of beneficiaries to directly contribute to the reliability of the Education Management Information Systems (EMIS).

 The Director-General of the IEPA, Prof. Michael Boakye-Yiadom, who opened the training, said IEPA was committed to ensuring that participants collect the cleanest data within the education sector.

 "...Because if we don't, everything that we do will go wrong. If we design training programmes based on inaccurate data, and we formulate policies based on inaccurate data, then we are in trouble," he explained.

 Prof. Boakye-Yiadom absolved participants from the differences in education data in various districts of the country.

Director-General of the IEPA, Prof. Michael Boakye-Yiadom

 "We don't blame you. Sometimes we forget about you, and most of the training is targeted at school heads, teachers, and SiSOs. We hardly bring together planning officers and statistical officers. So, moving forward, IEPA is going to change the narrative".

He implored beneficiaries to take the training workshop seriously and was of the view that the periodical re-training of participants, like the ongoing session, would contribute immensely to the collection of reliable education data within their areas of jurisdiction.

The Director-General charged the participants to put the knowledge acquired at the training into practice and find an opportunity to share with others who were not privileged enough to be part of the programme.

During the training programme held at Saltpond, the Central Regional Director of Education, Dr. (Mrs.) Juliette D. Otami, charged the beneficiaries to participate in such initiatives to ensure reliable data to contribute to teaching and learning in their districts.

She said the data collection training was instructive and that she was optimistic that participants would be empowered to collect data, analyse and share with policy makers to make the right decisions.

Central Regional Director of Education, Dr. Julliete D. Otami

Dr. Otami called for commitment on the part of participants as they use the knowledge gained in the workshop to improve their work. 

In an interview with the media on the sidelines of the training, the Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO, Dr. Osman Tahidu Damba, commended IEPA for organising the training workshop for staff members at GES to improve data collection in the education sector.

He said the educational leadership gap that confronted the country had been bridged by IEPA.

Dr. Damba said UNESCO would continue to support IEPA to organise such workshops across the regions in Ghana so that other GES staff members would benefit from being equipped with the skills to collect reliable educational data for national development. 

A participant, Edward Tamakloe, a Statistical Officer from Awutu Senya East Municipality, lauded IEPA for the initiative and said the workshop had given participants a sense of direction as they now had the skills necessary to collect reliable and accurate data within the educational space.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

CEGRAD promotes menstrual hygiene

30 May, 2025 By DIS

As part of World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the Centre for Gender Research, Advocacy, and Documentation (CEGRAD) at the University of Cape Coast has organised a menstrual awareness campaign at the Cape Coast School for the Deaf and Blind.

The event, which focused on promoting menstrual hygiene education and awareness, was themed: “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld”, urging collective action to ensure that menstruation does not limit access to education, health, or opportunity.

The programme brought together students from Senior High Schools, health workers, and members of the diplomatic corps. The students received sanitary towels from CEGRAD.

Addressing the students, the Director of CEGRAD, Prof. Eunice Fay Amissah, noted that it was important that adolescents, especially females, were taught menstruation and its implications.

She explained that menstruation was the monthly blood flow from the vagina which was part of the developmental stages in the lives of females.

 "So if a female has her menstrual flow, it shows that she is a woman, and everything is normal with her," she added. 

Some students of the School for the Blind and Deaf, Cape Coast, with the Director of CEGRAD, Prof Fay Ammissah (3rd from left) and some participants

Prof. Amissah said it had become necessary to include the boy child in menstrual education to curb the negative perceptions and prejudices they have about menstruation.

She urged the girls to manage their period with dignity and without shame.

The Central Regional Director of Education, Dr. Mrs Juliette Dufie Otami, lauded CEGRAD for organising the celebration to educate the attendees on menstruation to enable them to support girls in their time of menses.

She said the education of girls should not be affected by their menstrual period, adding, “It is not acceptable for the education of girls to be adversely affected because of a natural cycle that we all benefit from.”

She, therefore, urged individuals, organisations, and stakeholders to join in the campaign to assist in educating both girls and boys in the country.

She said the region had received over 85,000 sanitary pads from the National Sanitary Pad Distribution Programme, an initiative of the government, which was aimed at providing sanitary pads for over two million schoolgirls in public basic and secondary schools across the country for free.

The Programme Director of Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), Central and Western regions, Mrs. Agnes Osei, took the participants through the basics of menstruation, the menstrual cycle, how to use sanitary pads and how to dispose them off, as well as the need for balanced diets during menstruation, among others.

Some students and staff of Ghana National College

Touching on personal hygiene during menstruation, she emphasised the need for females to bath twice a day and change their sanitary pad anytime it was wet.

She acknowledged that education on proper disposal of used sanitary pads had been adhered to, and said it was not common to see used sanitary pads in the environment.

CEGRAD used the occasion to donate sanitary pads to the schools that participated.

Menstrual Hygiene Day is celebrated annually on May 28.

The day aims to raise awareness about menstrual health and hygiene and to promote the importance of good menstrual hygiene management for all.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

School of Nursing and Midwifery, UCC, Honours Excellence at Dean’s Award Ceremony

30 May, 2025 By DIS

The School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has held its annual Dean’s Award Ceremony under the theme, "Fostering Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Education: A Necessity in the 21st Century."

The event celebrated outstanding students and faculty achievements and recognised the essential role of healthcare institutions in training future nurses and midwives.

The ceremony honoured 44 students and a select group of deserving faculty members for their dedication, academic excellence, and professional conduct. Additionally, citations were presented to partner hospitals that have made significant contributions to the clinical training of students. Honoured facilities included Ewim Polyclinic, Ankaful Leprosarium and General Hospital, Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital, Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, Elmina Polyclinic, and Cape Coast Metro Hospital.

Prof. Jerry Paul Ninnoni, the Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, UCC

The Dean of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, UCC, Prof. Jerry Paul Ninnoni, congratulated the awardees and encouraged them to remain committed to excellence.

 “The award is more than a recognition; it is a testament to your hard work. Let it motivate you to do more. " Prof. Ninnoni added.

Delivering the keynote address, the Head of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, UCC, Prof. Georgina Yaa Oduro, praised the relevance of the theme, stating: “The theme resonates with our collective efforts to improve healthcare."

Prof. Oduro reiterated the essence of equipping student nurses, maintaining that nursing and midwifery professionals remain the backbone of Ghana’s healthcare system; hence, improving nursing and midwifery is pivotal to improving healthcare.

Prof. Georgina Oduro presenting a plaque of honour to an awardee

She further encouraged the pursuit of continuous learning.

 “In pursuing 21st-century skills, we should be curious and ask the whys and whats. We are in an era where advocacy skills are important because we need to educate people. Nursing is not an event — it is a process,” Prof Oduro explained.

The event was graced by several dignitaries, including a former Pro-Vice Chancellor, Prof. John Nelson Buah, and a former Provost of the College of Distance Education (CoDE), Prof. Isaac K. Galyuon, who jointly chaired the ceremony. They both congratulated the students and urged them to strive for greater accomplishments.

The Member of Parliament for Cape Coast North Constituency, Dr Kwamena Minta Nyarku, reiterated the government's commitment to reviving abandoned health projects under the MahamaCares initiative, which aims to provide financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across the country.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

UCC Hosts Workshop on Regenerative Agriculture for Extension Officers

30 May, 2025 By DIS

The Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, in collaboration with the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), has held a three-day workshop on Regenerative Agriculture for Extension officers in Cape Coast. The event was under the theme: "Empowering Agricultural Extension Officers for Regenerative Agriculture in Ghana."

Chairing the opening ceremony, the Dean of the School of Agriculture, Prof. Henry D. Acquah, expressed his profound appreciation to the Sasakawa Africa Association for organising the workshop aimed at equipping extension officers with essential skills to enhance their effectiveness.

Prof. Acquah outlined the significance of the workshop, noting, “Regenerative Agriculture aims to create a self-sustaining system benefiting both farmers and the environment.”

He encouraged the participants to make the most of the learning opportunity and to apply the acquired knowledge in their fieldwork.

“We are change drivers, let us make the best out of the opportunity and go out there and implement the techniques learnt,” he emphasised.

The Country Director of the Sasakawa Africa Association, Dr. Godwin Atser, provided an overview of SAA’s operations across Africa and noted the importance of embracing regenerative agriculture practices. He pointed out that within the African context, regenerative agriculture primarily involves Integrated Soil Fertility Management and Conservation Agriculture.

“Extension needs to be rebranded to transform Agriculture in Africa,” Dr. Atser further remarked.

He also advocated for the adoption of digital tools and collaborative partnerships in the agricultural sector.

“Employ the use of digital tools in farming and engage in partnership because partnership is very key and we need to partner at all levels,” he declared.

In concluding his address, Dr. Atser stressed the need for data-driven approaches, stating that more evidence is needed to maximise the benefit of climate-smart and Regenerative Agriculture technologies, especially tapping the carbon market.

The Head of the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension, UCC, Prof. Martin Bosompem, reiterated the importance of continuously empowering agricultural extension officers in the country. He appealed to stakeholders to invest in the Supervised Enterprise Projects (SEPs) of BSc Agricultural Extension students to improve their productivity, research, and engagement with local communities.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

 

 

UCC, CCMA deepen Partnership

28 May, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) and the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly (CCMA) have committed to supporting the growth of the Cape Coast Metropolis.

The two entities also resolved to fight the growing sanitation challenges in the Metropolis.

This came to light when the Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE), Mr. George Justice Arthur, led a delegation from the Assembly to introduce himself to the management of the University.

The CCMA team included the Coordinating Director, Mr. Asumah Adam Braimah, and other high-level office holders.

Mr. Arthur said the major challenge the Assembly was confronted with was poor sanitation and indicated that the Metropolis considered UCC as a strategic partner and key stakeholder in tackling the situation.

The MCE also said traffic lights found on the major routes in the metropolis were faulty and said UCC had developed traffic lights on campus and would like UCC to assist the Assembly with traffic lights to regulate vehicular traffic in the city.

MCE of Cape Coast, Mr. Arthur (middle) flanked by the VC-UCC, Prof Boampong on his right and Pro VC, Prof Aheto on his left, and others present at the meeting in a shot

Mr. Arthur announced that the Assembly was about to design an 8-year development plan to serve as a guide on how best the Metropolis would develop and called on UCC to offer its expertise in the development of the plan.

Speaking during the meeting, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, congratulated the new MCE on his appointment and subsequent unanimous confirmation by assembly members.

He said management of the University would work closely with the Assembly to improve on the sanitation issues in the Metropolis and said UCC, through its Science Workshop, could mould some rubbish bins for the Assembly.

On the 8-year development Plan, Prof. Boampong indicated that UCC would provide high-quality faculty to assist the Assembly to come out with the Plan.

The two sides also exchanged views on a number of issues of mutual interest.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

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