Telecel Ghana Congratulates New KNUST Vice-Chancellor
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Telecel Ghana leadership visited the new KNUST Vice-Chancellor to congratulate him.
- Discussions focused on strengthening the collaboration between Telecel Ghana and KNUST, particularly in digital infrastructure and connectivity.
- Telecel Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the university's digital transformation and academic goals.
Telecel Ghana's leadership recently paid a courtesy visit to Professor Christian Agyare, the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The delegation extended congratulations and expressed confidence in Professor Agyare's leadership, highlighting KNUST's crucial role in fostering innovation and developing essential skills.
The meeting centered on enhancing the existing partnership between the telecommunications company and the university. Key discussion points included advancing digital infrastructure and ensuring that students and faculty benefit from reliable connectivity. KNUST has a long-standing relationship with Telecel Ghana, which serves as the university's connectivity partner and supports its move toward a more digitally integrated academic environment.
Samuel Owusu-Mensah, Director of Finance at Telecel Ghana, led the delegation and emphasized the company's dedication to understanding the university's evolving needs. He stated Telecel Ghana's commitment to collaborative efforts aimed at improving digital experiences across the institution. "We recognise the importance of the longstanding partnership with KNUST and look forward to building on the strong foundation that already exists," Owusu-Mensah said. "We will continue to support the universityโs access to digital tools to create knowledge, solve problems and contribute to national development."
Professor Agyare welcomed Telecel's engagement, acknowledging the partnership's value in supporting the university's academic and research objectives. He stressed the increasing importance of robust digital infrastructure for advancing teaching, learning, and innovation. The Vice-Chancellor affirmed KNUST's readiness to continue working with Telecel to explore opportunities that enhance connectivity and bolster the university's position as a leading science and technology institution. The partnership's significance is further underscored by the recognition of Telecel Ghana's CEO, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai, as a distinguished KNUST alumna.
We recognise the importance of the longstanding partnership with KNUST and look forward to building on the strong foundation that already exists. We will continue to support the universityโs access to digital tools to create knowledge, solve problems and contribute to national development.
Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.