Prof Elsie Effah Kaufmann bags GhanaWeb Excellence in STEM honour

Dean of the School of Engineering Sciences at the University of Ghana and Quiz Mistress for the National Science and Maths Quiz, Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann, was one of the winners at the 2025 GhanaWeb Excellence Awards.

During the awards ceremony at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann received the STEM award.

The category featured notable personalities, including the Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency, Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse; IT guru Ethel Delali Cofie; Director of GhanaThink, Ato Ulzen-Appiah; Vaulta CEO Kofi Genfi; and Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann.

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The awards ceremony, organised by GhanaWeb, recognises individuals, institutions, and businesses demonstrating exceptional performance, innovation, and impact in their respective fields.

This year’s event attracted high-profile guests from government, the private sector, civil society, and the diplomatic community, underscoring the importance of recognising excellence and leadership in national development.

The awards aim to spotlight trailblazers whose work is shaping Ghana’s economic and social progress and to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs, professionals, and change-makers.

Throughout the evening, several categories were presented to honour achievements in areas such as business leadership, innovation, technology, and social impact.

Watch the 2025 GhanaWeb Excellence Awards below:



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