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The University of Ghana’s iconic night market has undergone a significant transformation to address flooding issues and provide better facilities for vendors, students, and staff. The refurbished market, located on the university campus, was officially commissioned by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, sparking joy and excitement among attendees. The …

In a momentous ceremony, Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, unveiled the University of Ghana (UG) Sports Stadium as the primary venue for the 13th African Games (AG) yesterday. The stadium, boasting a capacity of 10,000 spectators and equipped with a state-of-the-art Mundo track for athletics alongside warm-up tracks, …

A delegation from Cornell University is set to visit the University of Ghana to explore potential partnerships with various units within the university. The visit, scheduled for Thursday, 22nd February, 2024, will include a joint leadership discussion featuring His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic, as the …

Members of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) at the University of Ghana, Legon, have unanimously endorsed the decision made by the National Executive Committee (NEC) to declare a nationwide strike action. In a referendum held yesterday, a significant majority of UTAG members at the University of Ghana participated …

The University of Ghana, Legon, has unveiled the admissions for the forthcoming academic year, 2023/2024, for undergraduate programs. Prospective students who applied can now verify their admission status by visiting the following link: [University of Ghana Admission Status Check https://apply.ug.edu.gh/admissions/admissionstatus. Admitted candidates are required to report to the institution on …

Dr. Kojo Poku, a development economist affiliated with the Centre for Social Policy at the University of Ghana, has advocated for a reconsideration of student fees in public universities. Poku highlighted that augmenting these fees could significantly aid in fortifying the financial stability of these institutions while simultaneously reducing the …

In a significant move, the University of Ghana (UG) has officially introduced its Internship Policy, Strategy, and Implementation Framework, aimed at establishing a structured and formalized approach to internship programs within the institution. This comprehensive 76-page document outlines a clear roadmap for integrating and prioritizing internship activities across various departments …

In a recent development at the University of Ghana, the Electoral Commission of the Students’ Representative Council was forced to indefinitely suspend the General Assembly Speaker election for the 2023/24 academic year due to a series of unfortunate incidents that unfolded during the election process. The suspension of the election, …

  In a recent statement issued by the Academic Affairs Directorate of the University of Ghana, Legon, a significant decision has been made regarding the academic standing of continuing students. According to the university’s regulations, students with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) below 1.0 will be withdrawn from the …

The National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) says the University of Ghana (UG) should close down following the uncertainty regarding the commencement of academic work. NUGS says the resolution of the local Chapter of the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UG-UTAG) to boycott classes, despite management’s decision to begin academic …