KNUST alumni have once again distinguished themselves in Ghana's media landscape, earning recognition at the 30th Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Awards held on 7 November 2026 at the Palms Convention Centre, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra.
Leading the University's representation was Clinton Yeboah, a journalist with Luv FM and alumnus of the Department of Language and Communication Sciences at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), who won the Best Radio Feature award.
Yeboah received the national honour for an impactful radio feature examining the experiences of women living with obstetric fistula, bringing attention to an important women's health issue through journalism. His recognition reflects the role of responsible storytelling in highlighting social challenges and contributing to public awareness.
The achievement adds to an impressive record of recognition for the KNUST alumnus. At the recent GJA Ashanti Regional Media Excellence Awards, Yeboah secured first-place honours in both Health Journalism and Business and Economy Journalism, further demonstrating his versatility and commitment to quality journalism.
The University's representation at the national awards extended beyond Yeboah. Fellow KNUST alumnus and law student, Nana Boakye Dankwah Yiadom, emerged as a runner-up, alongside alumni Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe and Doris Lonta.
Dankwah Yiadom, who works with JoyNews, was also recognised at the regional awards, where he won the Community Impact Journalism category. Like Yeboah, he has returned to KNUST to pursue legal studies, combining his professional experience in journalism with further academic development.
Doris Lonta, a journalist with Citi FM and Channel One TV, is also an alumna of the Department of Language and Communication Sciences. Her recognition at the national awards further highlights the contributions of KNUST-trained media professionals across Ghana's broadcasting industry.
Another alumnus recognised at the ceremony was Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe, a JoyNews journalist who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from KNUST. He was recently named Ashanti Regional Journalist of the Year for 2025 and also received awards for Best Feature Production and Best in Agriculture Journalism at the regional awards.
The achievements of these alumni reflect the diverse academic backgrounds and professional pathways through which KNUST graduates continue to make their mark. From communication and media studies to biochemistry and law, their journeys demonstrate how the knowledge and experiences gained at the University can provide a foundation for meaningful contributions across different fields.
The 30th GJA Media Awards, held under the theme “Celebrating Excellence, Advancing Media Freedom and Combating Hate Speech in the Digital Age,” recognised outstanding journalistic work published in 2025.
As KNUST continues to celebrate its 75-year legacy of excellence and impact, the recognition of Clinton Yeboah and his fellow alumni is another testament to the University's contribution to developing professionals whose work informs, influences and serves society.
KNUST celebrates Clinton Yeboah, Nana Boakye Dankwah Yiadom, Emmanuel Bright Quaicoe and Doris Lonta for their achievements and continued contributions to Ghana's media industry.