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27 Aug, 2025

NATIONAL COMPETITIVE TENDERING (NCT)

 

1.  The University of Cape Coast intends to apply part of its Budgetary Allocation of Funds and Internally Generated Funds where applicable, for payments under the following contracts through the Ghana Electronic Procurement System.

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QTY

BID SECURITY GH¢

CR/UCC/GD/0006/2025

Procurement of 4x4 Station Wagon for College of Education Studies and Institute of Education

2

50,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0064/2025

Procurement of 4x4 Pick-up for Office of the Dean of Students

1

12,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0005/2025

Procurement of 30-Seater Bus for Distance Education Students Association of Ghana (DESAG)

1

30,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0058/2025

Procurement of Uniform Materials for University Health Services

Various

10,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0008/2025

Procurement of 2026 Diaries

Various

8,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0025/2025

Procurement of Assorted Nursing Books for CoDE-Agona Nyankrom Library

Various

4,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0009/2025

Procurement of Desktop Computers and UPS for University Basic School-North Campus

20

7,500.00

CR/UCC/GD/0024/2025

Procurement and installation of Networking materials for CoDE-Nyankrom Computer Laboratory

Various

10,000.00

CR/UCC/GD/0031/2025

Procurement of Lecture Theatre Tables and Chairs for CoDE

1000

24,000

CR/UCC/GD/0097/2025

Procurement of Service Boots for Security Section

400

7,000.00

 

2. The University of Cape Coast invites Tenders from eligible suppliers for supply of the above goods. Tendering will be conducted through the National Competitive Tendering (NCT) procedures specified in the Public Procurement Act, 2003 (Act 663) as Amended and the Guidelines of the Public Procurement Authority of the Republic of Ghana.

 

3. Interested eligible Tenderers may obtain further information from the Procurement Office, University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast. They can also download the tender document electronically through the GHANEPS website and pay a non-refundable fee of GH¢300.00 for each of the tenders above. You may reach the Public Procurement Authority Ghaneps team on 0302738148, 0551858588, 0551858858, 0551858855 for direction on how to pay for the tender. 

 

4. Prospective tenderers must log on to www.ghaneps.gov.gh with their respective user name and password to access the Tender. 

 

5.  Tenders shall be valid for a period of 90 days after the deadline for Tender submission. All tenders must be accompanied by a Tender Security of not less than the respective amounts indicated above from a reputable Bank in the format attached in the tender documents.

 

6. Tenders must be submitted through the GHANEPS at or before 11:00am, on Wednesday, 17th September, 2025. Late Tenders will be rejected. Tenders submitted offline will not be accepted. Tenders will be opened electronically through GHANEPS. Where samples are required, they must be submitted to the Procurement Office, University of Cape Coast not later than 12.00pm on Wednesday, 17th September, 2025.

 

7. All tenders must be accompanied by:

Valid Business Registration Certificate, VAT Certificate, Valid Tax Clearance Certificate issued for the purpose of transacting business with University of Cape Coast, Valid SSNIT Clearance Certificate, Manufacturers Authorization (where applicable), PPA Registration Certificate and other Relevant Certificates.

 

UCC Research Team Trains Early Childhood Educators in Creative STEAM Approaches

26 Aug, 2025 By DIS

A research team from the Department of Basic Education at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has organised a two-day workshop for early childhood educators, aimed at enhancing foundational learning through the integration of creative arts into Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education.

The research team members include; Prof. Isaac Buabeng, Dr. Joyce Esi Tawiah-Mensah and Ms. Bridget Amo-Darko. The event brought together educators from surrounding basic schools to share experiences, explore creative teaching strategies, and strengthen their skills for the benefit of young learners.

The workshop, themed “Enhancing Early Childhood Education through STEAM: Integrating Creative Arts to Strengthen Foundational Learning”, focused on equipping teachers with practical tools to make learning more engaging and holistic.

Prof. Isaac Buabeng, the Project Lead, highlighted the need for STEAM integration in Ghana’s education system, explaining that it builds on the STEM approach traditionally used in Junior and Senior High schools.

The research team members (L-R): Ms. Bridget Amo-Darko, Prof. Isaac Buabeng (project lead), Dr. Joyce Esi Tawiah-Mensah

“We were inspired by the global STEAM focus and the urgent need for the introduction of STEAM in Ghana.”, he explained. Additionally, he stated, “If you want to have critical thinkers, it starts from the foundational stage,” emphasizing the importance of training children in STEAM from an early age. 

Prof. Buabeng admonished participants to take advantage of the training to enhance their capacity to influence policy-making.

The programme featured several interactive and hands-on sessions designed to connect theory with practice.

Dr. Joyce Esi Tawiah-Mensah led a practical demonstration titled “My Environment: Shapes Around Us”, guiding participants through an exhibition at the STEAM hub where they explored artefacts and identified shapes present in everyday surroundings.

Ms. Bridget Amo-Darko engaged participants in interactive storytelling and drawing activities on animal habitats, followed by sorting exercises that teachers could adapt for their classrooms.

Dr. Joyce Esi Tawiah-Mensah facilitating one of the sessions

The resource team also introduced “Weather Wonders”, a session combining drama, music, and the use of weather instruments to show how creative arts can enrich science lessons.

The research team expressed hope that the training would inspire a broader adoption of STEAM approaches in early childhood education nationwide.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

CoHAS and CoBReG Champion Scientific Collaboration for Health Solutions

25 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), in partnership with the Convention of Biomedical Research in Ghana (CoBReG), has launched its 2025 conference under the theme “Biomedical and Clinical Research in Africa: Connecting Scientists for Future Innovations.”

The event, held at the School of Graduate Studies Auditorium, marked the 2nd CoHAS and the 15th CoBReG joint scientific convention.

The President of CoBReG, Dr. Oksana Ryabinina, urged participants to view the gathering as more than a routine meeting.

“Together, let us make this conference not just an event but the start of enduring collaborations that will transform scientific research in Africa,” she stated, admonishing participants to engage fully in all activities that would take place throughout the three days.

Speaking on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, the Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences (CoHAS), Prof. Martins Ekor, emphasised the importance of the platform in advancing impactful research.

He indicated that the platform brought leading scientists, students, and stakeholders together to engage in scientific research discourse.

Provost of CoHAS, Prof. Martins Ekor, representative of the vice-Chancellor at the event

Additionally, Prof. Ekor highlighted some achievements of CoHAS, mentioning the production of impactful research contributing to solutions that address health needs of society.

He further noted that the event was a testament to the fact that the future of scientific innovation could not be realised in solitude but through collaboration.

A former Pro Vice-Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo, who was the keynote speaker, spoke on the topic “Promoting Academia-Industry Research Partnership for Innovation and Sustainable Development”.

He highlighted three key benefits of such collaborations – empowering the industrial sector by building connections with higher education, allowing universities and industries to learn from each other’s strengths, and creating mutually beneficial outcomes for both academia and industry.”

Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo stressed the need for stronger partnerships between academia and industry to drive innovation and sustainable development.

Immediate past Pro Vice-Chancellor of KNUST, Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo

“As scientists, we must set the African-led research agenda for scientific innovation. We must make deliberate efforts to create intentional research and collaboration,” he stated.

In addition, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Mathematics, UCC, Dr. Stephen Moore, delivered a presentation on “AI in Biomedical & Clinical Research in Africa”, focusing on the transformative potential of machine learning in advancing healthcare solutions on the continent.

The event also featured a presentation of a plaque to the keynote speaker, Prof. Ellis Owusu-Dabo, in recognition of his contribution.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC

CANSSAG-UCC Holds Handover and Induction Ceremony

20 Aug, 2025 By DIS

 

The College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences Students’ Association of Ghana, University of Cape Coast (CANSSAG-UCC), has officially sworn in its newly elected executives at a colourful handover and induction ceremony.

The event, held under the auspices of the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (CANS), brought together students, faculty, and invited guests.

Speaking at the function, the Provost of CANS, Prof. Rofela Combey, charged the new executives to be visionary leaders who are committed to excellence. She urged them to live exemplary lives to inspire members of the association. “To the new executives, I wish you a prosperous tenure of office,” she noted.

Delivering his handing over report, the immediate past President, Mr. Emmanuel Yeboah, highlighted the achievements, challenges, and milestones of his administration. He encouraged the new team to build on the foundation laid and to demonstrate courage and innovation. “True leadership is about service, guidance, and paving the way for others to follow,” he remarked.

The President Mr. Eric Borketey Bortey, delivering his acceptance speech with his Vice 

In his acceptance speech, the new President, Mr. Eric Borketey Bortey, expressed deep gratitude for the confidence reposed in him and his team. He pledged to lead with unity, dedication, and transparency. “Let us lead with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to CANSSAG-UCC,” he charged his colleagues.

The ceremony featured the symbolic exchange of official documents between the outgoing and incoming executives, followed by the formal swearing-in of the new officers by the Provost.

The Registrar, Mr. Isaac Eliot Nyieku, presents a certificate to an executive

As a mark of appreciation, certificates of recognition were presented to the outgoing executives by Professor Combey and the College Registrar, Mr. Isaac Eliot Nyieku.

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section

Student leaders with the speaker

OIR Holds Workshop on Entrepreneurship for Student Leaders

20 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The Office of International Relations (OIR) of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has held a practical workshop on entrepreneurship for student leaders of the University.

The event, held under the theme “Entrepreneurship Today”, was led by an international expert Prof. Doresca Dimy a Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) and a Clinical Associate professor at the University of Iowa (USA), to share knowledge with the next generation of leaders.

In his opening remarks, the Dean of OIR, Prof. Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi, noted that the engagements would help to enhance their leadership skills and bring transformation to the students front.  “Our guest wanted to meet student leaders so take advantage of the opportunity to learn from this certified global business professional.”

Prof. Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi

Speaking on the theme, Prof. Dimy urged the participants to be innovative as they lead the students front. He noted that they should be able to bring real change that would enhance students' experience in the university.

“You are all leaders – as a leader you should bring on board new initiatives and ideas,” he told participants. He went on to stress that leadership must go hand in hand with creativity and responsibility.

Prof. Dimy outlined the process of developing entrepreneurial ventures through structured stages which included “bring forth an idea, scoping through it, coming out with a business case, development of the idea and launching it.” While presenting, he reminded students on the importance of feedback and collaboration noting, “You have to consider the feedback from the people you are leading because you can crash or get depressed if you try to do it alone.”

Prof. Doresca Dimy

The Clinical Associate Professor introduced the Lean Methodology, which he explained is a cyclical approach to entrepreneurship captured in the formula “Ideas – Build – Measure – Learn – Loop.” 

He explained that the model ensured that entrepreneurs remained innovative while constantly improving their businesses through feedback and adaptation.

The President of the Students' Representative Council, Mr. Kwame Ntiamoah Ntim making a statement at the programme. On the left is the President of Graduate Students Association, UCC, Mr. Gideon Quansah

The interactive workshop gave student leaders practical insights into global entrepreneurship practices, equipping them with skills to drive innovation and new initiatives within their constituencies. 

The workshop was attended by student leaders including Students’ Representative Council (SRC), the Graduate Students’ Association of Ghana (GRASAG), and the Junior Common Room Committees (JCRC).

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

Counselling Centre Holds 2025 Young and Wise Graduation

20 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) Counselling Centre has organised the 2025 edition of the Young and Wise graduation for 31 students who received training in basic counselling and life skills.

Speaking at the function, the Director of Counselling Centre, Dr Eugene Kwarteng-Nantwi, noted that the vision behind the initiative was to nurture the youth to become responsible individuals in society. He, therefore, entreated them to make good use of the training they have received to the benefit of society. 

Director of Counselling Centre, Dr. Eugene Kwarteng-Nantwi

“Be impactful in your society and do not take it for granted. You need to make meaningful contributions in your various communities,” he advised.

A lecturer at the Centre, Dr (Mrs) Jane O. Edjah, praised the graduates for their commitment and perseverance throughout the training period. She described “Young and Wise” as a vital platform for nurturing responsible young people. “We are here to say Ayekoo to you for all the training you have gone through. We encourage you to carry forward the skills you have acquired from this training” he noted.

Dr (Mrs) Jane O. Edjah

Participants were presented with certificates at the programme.

Present at the ceremony were: immediate past Director of the Counselling Centre and the current Head of Department of Guidance and Counselling Dr Rita Holm Adzovie. Other lecturers present were Dr (Mrs) Gloria Ambrose-Owusu and Dr Serwah Adu-Gyamfi.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

Vice-Chancellor receives Prof. Dimy Doresca

19 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong, has received the Executive Director at the Institute of International Business at IOWA University, USA, Prof.  Dimy Doresca.

Their discussions centred on strengthening academic relations between the two universities.

“We have an MoU that defines the collaboration that we need to have on entrepreneurship programmes, research collaborations and faculty mobility,” he added.

Prof. Johnson Nyarko Boampong (R) explaining a point to Prof.  Dimy Doresca.

According to him, staff of UCC had benefited from training programmes organised by the IOWA University for the past three years.

For his part, Prof. Boampong expressed gratitude to Prof. Dimy for the visit and gave assurance that UCC would continue to partner with Iowa University for the mutual benefit of both institutions.

The meeting was also attended by the Registrar, Mr. Gideon Enoch Abbeyquaye, and the Dean of Office of International Relations, Prof. Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Department of Forensic Sciences Honours COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah

19 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The Department of Forensic Sciences of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) has  honoured the Technical Adviser to the Minister of the Interior, Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah for her dedication to the advancement of forensic science in the county.

The Department’s citation of honour acknowledges COP Addo-Danquah’s remarkable service and impact on law enforcement, and her continued efforts to mentor and empower the next generation of investigators.

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah received the citation during the 2nd National Colloquium on Forensic Sciences organized by the Department of Forensic Sciences at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

It was on the theme: “Forensic Sciences for Sustainable Development, Interrogating the Use of Sciences in the Justice System.”

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah (with citation) and the Provost of the College of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, Prof. Rofela Combey

The citation read, “In recognition of your exemplary leadership and invaluable contributions as a speaker at our 2nd National Colloquium on Forensic Science. Your insights and expertise have significantly enriched our discussions and inspired participants across various sectors.”

“As the former Executive Director of the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO), AND Director of Criminal Investigation Department (CID, you demonstrated unwavering commitment to justice, integrity, and the rule of law. Your strategic vision and dedication to the advancement of forensic science in your departments have fostered a safer and more secure environment for our communities.”

“We honour you for our outstanding service, and impact on law enforcement, and your continued efforts to mentor and empower the next generation of investigators. Your dedication exemplifies the true spirit of public service,” the citation concluded.

Receiving the citation, COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah thanked the Department for the kind gesture.

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

Let’s Invest in Science to prevent wrongful conviction

19 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The Technical Adviser to the Minister of the Interior, Commissioner of Police (COP) Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, has stressed the need for massive investment in science to prevent wrongful conviction in the Ghanaian Criminal Justice system.

 

To that end, she maintained that Forensic Science was the panacea to ensure that innocent people were not wrongfully imprisoned and perpetrators of heinous crimes were rather brought to book to face the full rigors of the law.

 

“Let us connect Science with Justice. Let us work together and build a system of truth. The era where we depend on hearsay, conversion, faith will not help us as a country,” she added.

COP Addo-Danquah was speaking at the 2nd National Colloquium on Forensic Sciences organized by the Department of Forensic Sciences at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

It was on the theme: “Forensic Sciences for Sustainable Development, Interrogating the Use of Sciences in the Justice System.”

COP Addo-Danquah, who spoke on the topic: “Bridging the Gap: The Role of Forensic Science in Ghana’s Criminal Justice System – My Insights and Experiences,” called for proper crime scene management to prevent tempering of evidence.

In 2019, she said the Police relied on the conversion of the suspect of the missing Takoradi girls and did not engage in forensic science in the crime scene management to ascertain the evidence.

COP Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah speaking at the event

However, when the Police got in touch with the Department of Forensic Science, the Police were able to visit the crime scene after a year to get forensic evidence at the scene to prosecute the suspect who had been jailed for life.

“If at that time, our Science had developed we would have had very good crime scene management. All these things would not have happened. We would have gotten the evidence at the crime scene on our first visit to the scene,” she added.

COP Addo-Danquah,therefore, called for collaborations amongst institutions to fight crime in the country.

“Through Science, we were able to know that the missing children were rather four and not three. We found four skulls in the septic tank where the suspect buried them. So institutions should not work in silos. In fact, the Department of Forensic sciences helped the police.” she added.

 

She called on the Police Service to recruit Forensic Science students from UCC so that they could serve the service after graduation.

 

“I wish the Police Service will come to the Department of Forensic and take some of you as police officers”, she noted.

 

Speaking virtually, the Head of the Forensic DNA Laboratory, Chief Supt. Dr. Edward Abban, who spoke on the topic Forensic Sciences:  Aiming Forward for Sustainable Development, said Forensic Science was contributing immensely towards the SDGs.

According to him, Forensic Sciences was helping in the attainment of goals 5,9, 13 and 16 and expressed sadness that funding was hampering efforts to achieve the aforementioned goals.

A participant asking a question at the event

 

He called for the award of scholarships to attract more students, forensic science strategies and trust in the forensic process for sustainable development in the country.

 

Also speaking virtually was  Dr. Edward Danso Ansong, from the Department of Computer Science at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

 

He spoke on the topic: “ Harnessing emerging technologies in justice: Advancing Digital Forensics, AI, IOT, and Cybersecurity in Modern Criminal Investigations.

 

The Provost of the College of Agricultural and Natural Sciences, Prof. Rofela Combey, who chaired the event, commended the speakers for their insights and urged the general public to learn more about Forensic Science.

The Head of the Department of Forensic Sciences, Prof. Christian K. Adokoh, said the Department had trained over 200 udnergraduate students who were

 

Source: Documentation and Information Section

 

 

ACEP unveils Resource Governance Campus Hub at UCC

18 Aug, 2025 By DIS

The African Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) has inaugurated the Resource Governance Campus Hub at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

The initiative, which will be under the Institute of Oil and Gas Studies, UCC, is aimed at providing students with the requisite knowledge, skills, and ethical principles for effective resource governance and management, serving as a platform for intellectual discussions, research initiatives, advocacy, and collaborative projects.

This will further foster a deeper understanding of resource  governance amongst students.

The Policy Lead for Petroleum and Conventional Energy at ACEP, Kodzo Yaotse, explained that the initiative was a boost toward ensuring good resource governance.

"The main essence is to ensure that we have a crop of active citizens that are concerned about what is happening within their space, that know the type of information they need to have to effect the change they want to see,” he said.

Kodzo Yaotse explaining a point at the event

He outlined a significant gap in tracking mineral revenue expenditures, pointing out that mineral revenue was often integrated into a broader government budget, making it difficult to assess its impact independently.

He noted that despite the tracing gap in mineral revenues, the extractive industries had had a considerable positive effect on the economy, playing a crucial role in enhancing foreign exchange earnings, improving trade balances, and fostering economic interconnections.

To him, it was about time all individuals get involved in the demand for accountability.

Mr. Yaotse indicated that: “It is not enough to sit at home and lament about how the state has not been able to translate resources into development. We are trying to urge students to take a more active part.”

The Senior Policy Analyst and Head of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning at ACEP, Maybel Acquaye, noted, “If we really want to forge ahead as a country, we need to steer away from political debate to a more informed discourse where the conversation is not centered among a few elites at the top but brought down to the youth and the next generation."

She remarked that: “We will have students write opinion pieces on a lot of things they see within their communities, getting their voices out there. Students will be tasked to create their own initiatives on how to bring transformation to their communities. Imbibe in them a sense of responsibility.”

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Johnson Nyarko Boampong,  in an address read on his behalf by the Provost of College of Humanities and Legal Studies,Prof. Daniel Agyapong, envisioned the Hub as a vibrant center of  learning, research, and advocacy in the University.

“ I see our students engaging in meaningful  research projects that contribute to policy discussions, participating in national and international conferences, and building networks that will serve them throughout their careers,” he added.

According to him, the initiative was timely because of the growing global emphasis on sustainable development, environmental stewardship, and inclusive growth.

“Our students, as future leaders, must be equipped not only with technical knowledge but also with the critical thinking skills, the ethical foundation, and civic engagement capabilities necessary to navigate the complex landscape of resource governance.

Some participants in the event

He encouraged students to participate in the activities of the Hub to learn about the principles of good governance, transparency, and accountability to shape their future career.

The Vice-Chancellor called on staff to support the initiative by serving as mentors, providing technical expertise, and encouraging student participation.

He continued: “ We are committed  to ensuring that the Hub becomes a model for other universities in Ghana and across the West African sub-region. Through our partnership with ACEP, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the discourse on resource governance and to produce graduates who will champion transparency and accountability in all sectors”. 

“We will have students write opinion pieces on a lot of things they see within their communities, getting their voices out there. Students will be tasked to create their own initiatives on how to bring transformation to their communities. Imbibe in them a sense of responsibility,”he concluded.

The Director of the Institute of Oil and Gas, Prof. Edward Kweku Nunoo, in a remark, said the Institute would partner ACEP to ensure the sustainability of the Hub in UCC and asked students to join the Hub to make their voice heard as part of their contributions to nation building.

Source:Documentation and Information Section

 

 

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