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An alumnus of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST), Precious Adade Duodu has been appointed as the President-Elect of the Phi Mu Chapter (England) of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma), one of the world’s largest and most prestigious nursing leadership organisations. Sigma, founded in 1922, is dedicated to advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence in

A doctoral study by KNUST alumnus Dr. Kwame (Luther King) Adinkrah is reigniting conversation around Kumasi’s historic identity as the “Garden City of West Africa,” calling for stronger regulation of outdoor advertising to protect the city’s visual character and urban livability.

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST) alumnus Mr. Salifu Abubakari has been appointed as the Acting Managing Director of Activa International Insurance Ghana, effective February 2026.

Mr. Abubakari brings over 18 years of experience in the insurance industry, underpinned by strong academic training and professional expertise.

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST) is inviting members of the university community to submit creative designs for the official logo to mark its 75th anniversary celebrations.

The anniversary will be commemorated under the theme: “Excellence to Eminence: 75 Years of KNUST.”

As cities and communities struggle with aging infrastructure and growing disruption risks, Amma Agyekum, a Ghanaian researcher is advancing data-driven approaches to help governments plan, prioritize, and protect transportation networks that communities rely on every day. Amma Agyekum, an alumna of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST), is leading this work in the United States of America.

Alex Awuku, an alumnus of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST) has launched a spider-themed ceramics exhibit at the University of Florida, Gainesville.

Like many Ghanaians, Awuku sought the opportunity to study in the United States to enhance his skills and knowledge. His goal is to return to Ghana and apply what he has learnt to support and develop his community.

TIME Magazine’s 2026 TIME100 Health list has recognized Dr. Delese Mimi Darko as one of the world’s most influential leaders in health. Her achievement: “Building a unified medicines agency for Africa.”

Dr. Darko’s story began in the early 1990s as a young pharmacist at Ghana’s Food and Drugs Board. Over thirty years, she worked through every department, mastering pharmaceutical regulation from the ground up.

The Advancement and Alumni Relations Office (AARO) of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, has successfully held the maiden edition of its Valentine’s Day alumni outreach initiative, dubbed Valentine Rush, aimed at strengthening alumni engagement and reinforcing strategic institutional partnerships.

At 34, a proud alumnus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST) has reached a milestone that underscores both personal determination and institutional excellence.

Prof. Eric Dominic Forson has been promoted to Associate Professor in Geophysics at the University of Ghana, becoming the youngest scholar to attain the rank in his field at the university.

The KNUST Alumni Association on Friday, 30 January 2026, hosted a powerful evening of recognition, reflection, and renewed commitment at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, as alumni and partners gathered for the Kaptains of Industry Soirée and Awards Night.