Here, we discuss some of the tasks the African Union (AU) can pursue in the area of Science and Technology (S&T) to bring prosperity to the African continent. The AU was formed from the Organization of African Unity in 2002, with a new vision of “An integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens… Continue reading The Role of the AU in Science and Technology Development in Africa
Author: Nana Osei-Kwabena
Development of Science and Technology in Ghana/Africa – part 4
This article looks at several other methods the government of Ghana (and that of other African countries) can explore to quicken the pace of Science and Technology (S&T) development in their respective countries. For a systematic development in any field, there must be a well formulated policy/plan which seeks to guide the field. The necessary… Continue reading Development of Science and Technology in Ghana/Africa – part 4
Development of Science and Technology in Ghana – Part 3
This article will be focusing on tertiary education with emphasis on the universities in Ghana and how they influence the development of Science and Technology. Most of the points which we shall discuss are also shared by universities in other African countries. In Ghana, the National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE), under the Ministry of… Continue reading Development of Science and Technology in Ghana – Part 3
Development of Science and Technology in Ghana/Africa – 2
This article will be focusing on pre-tertiary education in Ghana and how it influences the development of Science and Technology. Parallel examples would be drawn from other African countries as appropriate.
Developing Science and Technology in Ghana/Africa – Part 1
In this series of articles, we shall be identifying problems facing the development of Science and Technology in Ghana and attempt to propound solutions to them.