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The Students' Representative Council (SRC) and the Graduate Students' Association of Ghana (GRASAG) of the University of Ghana have revealed that a letter has been written to the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, to seek approval for increment in Development levy. This is contained in a press r
Godfred Bokpin, Professor of Economics, University of Ghana, has said that the Mahama administration has so far shown fiscal discipline. He noted that this is what the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration failed to do. "We are clearly now seeing fiscal discipline as compared to the NPP
The University of Ghana (UG), Legon, has officially lifted the restriction on social gatherings that was put in place following a recent resurgence of COVID-19 on campus. This announcement, made via a notice from the Office of Student Affairs on Monday, July 14, signifies a return to more regular ca
A total of 141 Covid -19 cases have so far been confirmed within the University of Ghana community following the resurgence of the outbreak in the country. Covid 19 protocols remain active within the University as authorities intensify collaboration to contain spread. Director of Public Health at th
Dean of the University of Ghana Student Affairs, Prof. Rosina Kyeremanten has directed the suspension of all social gatherings due to the resurgence of COVID-19. In a press release issued on June 25, the Dean of Student Affairs, Prof Rosina stated that "GRASSAG, SRC, JCR, DEPARTMENTAL, & School Asso
Officers of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) have managed to douse a fire that broke out at the Estate Block of the University of Ghana in Accra on February 26. The Estate Block, which is near the popular Bush Canteen, is used as a warehouse. According to DOI Alex King Nartey, the fire started
The University of Ghana has denied claims that it collected over GH₵11 million in graduation fees without providing medallions and scroll holders. Officials clarify the breakdown of fees and procurement delays.
The Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu has directed Management of the University of Ghana to reduce the residential facility fees from GHC3,000 to GHC2,500 across board for both fresh and continuing students. The sector minister gave the directive when he engaged the Management of the University,
Management of University of Ghana, Legon has expressed strong dissatisfaction with a comment made by renowned televangelist Dr. Lawrence Tetteh on national television about students of the University. In a press statement issued by the management of Ghana's premier university dated 24th October, 202
The University of Ghana branch of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has voted to join Organised Labour's industrial action over illegal small-scale mining (Galamsey). Out of the 443 members who voted on Tuesday, October 8, 355, representing 80.14% voted "Yes" to join the strike whe
Students with special needs at the University of Ghana are appealing to the Government of Ghana hearken to their plight and hasten the payment of their bursaries and scholarships to avert a massive protest from them. A representative of the students with disabilities at Ghana's premier University, E
Ghana's oceans are facing a severe pollution crisis, posing significant threats to marine life and human health. Coastal waters are contaminated with plastic waste, oil spills, and untreated sewage, causing devastating impacts. According to the International Maritime Organization, marine litter pres
A blanket of dust, as thick as the memories it enshrines, engulfs the visitor. The air, once filled with the promise of creative zeal, now hangs heavy with the weight of years of desolation. The relentless march of time has allowed debris to colonise every nook and cranny. Cobwebs hang loosely, sway
Actor and politician, John Dumelo has acquired a Masters in Law degree from the University of Ghana, Legon. This is his third Masters degree he has achieved. Mr. Dumelo shared the news on his Instagram page with a photo of himself in his Academic Gown. "I graduated with a Masters Degree in Law (Natu
An LGBTIQ Rights Activist and Researcher, Papa Kojo Ampofo has asked Management of the University of Ghana (UG) to appoint an independent body to investigate the circumstances leading to the assault on a supposed LGBTQ+ practitioner on its campus. He said this in reaction to a press release issued b
The Management of the University of Ghana (UG) has expressed its commitment to enforcing the rules and regulations governing the University. This is in reaction to the reported beating of a supposed LGBTQ+ practitioner on the campus. In a press release signed by its Director of Public Affairs, Dr El
Elizabeth Frances Sey, the first female to obtain a degree from the University of Ghana, graduated in 1953 - just 5 years after the establishment of the school. But it took 70 years to get a woman to lead the same university which had been producing female graduates for 65 years. At the students’ fr
A Professor at the University of Ghana, Ransford Gyampo has condemned the students of the university who engaged in violence on Tuesday, February 14. Prof Gyampo said on the Ghana Tonight show on TV3 Tuesday, February 14 that the students cannot be allowed to continue their lawless act. "Some are sa
The University of Ghana, Legon (UG) has announced a review of students' residence arrangements, beginning the 2022/23 academic year. According to a circular issued by the Registrar on Wednesday, December 14, all continuing students of Commonwealth Hall will not return to their rooms. Continuing male
Authorities at the University of Ghana, Legon have extended the deadline for the submission of applications for the 2022/23 academic year. The decision was made as a result of "technical challenges". The new deadline for submission of applications is Wednesday, December 7, according to a statement i
