Why University of Ghana has postponed reopening

The University of Ghana (UG) has postponed the reopening of the 2026/2027 academic year indefinitely, with a new date expected to be announced in due course.

In a notice dated October 10, 2026, the university said the reopening, which was initially scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, had been postponed.

The notice did not provide a reason for the postponement but indicated that a revised reopening date would be communicated later.

In the meantime, students have been urged to complete their academic registration online using the procedure outlined in an earlier communication.

According to the notice, completing the registration process will help students secure their places for classes and ensure their eligibility to participate in the upcoming random bed allocation exercise.

The notice was signed by the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof Gordon A Awandare.

NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS POSTPONEMENT OF REOPENING DATE FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC YEAR

The Management of the University of Ghana wishes to inform all students that the reopening of the University for the 2026/2027 academic year, initially scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2026, has been postponed.

A revised date for the reopening of the University will be announced in due course.

Management sincerely regrets any inconvenience this postponement may cause and appreciates the patience and understanding of students as arrangements are made for the reopening.

In the meantime, students are reminded to complete their academic registration online using the procedure outlined in our previous communication, to secure their places for classes and ensure their eligibility to participate in the random bed allocation which will be conducted soon.

Thank you.