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UMaT gets new Vice Chancellor

From Ghanaian Times · (1d ago) English Positive tone

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  • Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng has been appointed the new Vice Chancellor of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa, Ghana.
  • His appointment, effective August 2026, follows a rigorous selection process and is expected to further strengthen UMaT's standing in mining, engineering, and applied sciences.
  • Professor Kumi-Boateng, a distinguished scholar with extensive experience in teaching and research, aims to align institutional growth with the university's strategic plan.

The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa has announced a significant leadership transition with the appointment of Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng as its new Vice Chancellor. This development, effective August 2026, marks a new chapter for the esteemed institution, which has consistently been a leader in mining, engineering, and applied sciences. Professor Kumi-Boateng's selection, following a thorough and transparent process, signals a commitment to continued excellence and strategic growth.

UMaT’s position as a leading institution in mining, engineering, and applied sciences

— Professor Mrs Goski AlabiA release signed by the Chairperson of the University Council, Professor Mrs Goski Alabi, and copied to The Ghanaian Times yesterday, said the council looked forward to working closely with the new Vice Chancellor to further strengthen UMaT’s position as a leading institution in mining, engineering, and applied sciences.

As reported by The Ghanaian Times, Professor Kumi-Boateng is a scholar of international repute, bringing a wealth of experience from his 19 years in teaching, research, and extension services. His expertise in Geomatic Engineering, coupled with his visionary and business-oriented approach, is expected to foster stronger ties between UMaT and the industry. His previous roles as an External Moderator for the University of Nairobi and a visiting Professor to the University of the Gambia highlight his broad academic influence and his ability to connect with diverse educational environments.

distinguished scholar of international repute

— Professor Mrs Goski AlabiShe also acknowledged the invaluable contributions of the out-going Vice Chancellor, Prof. Richard Kwasi Amankwah. Prof. Mrs Alabi noted that Prof. Kumi-Boateng is distinguished scholar of international repute, a full Professor of Geomatic Engineering at (UMaT), Tarkwa, Ghana, and is a visionary, business oriented individual able to establish rapport between industry and University.

What makes this appointment particularly noteworthy from a Ghanaian perspective is Professor Kumi-Boateng's unique position as the first UMaT-trained Professor to assume the Vice Chancellorship. This achievement underscores the university's capacity to nurture talent from within and reflects a deep understanding of its core mission and strategic objectives. His proven leadership qualities, ethical character, and clear vision for aligning institutional growth with the University’s Strategic Plan are precisely what UMaT needs to further solidify its reputation as a premier institution, both nationally and internationally. We at The Ghanaian Times are confident that his tenure will usher in an era of enhanced academic achievement and innovation.

19 years of experience in teaching, research and extension services

— Professor Mrs Goski AlabiThe distinguished engineer, Prof. Alabi indicated that he had 19 years of experience in teaching, research and extension services to the University, national and international community, and is currently an External Moderator for the Department of Geospatial and Space Technology of the University of Nairobi, Kenya.
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