UMaT targets 1,000 coders to deepen digital innovation drive

The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) has reaffirmed its commitment to digital transformation as part of efforts to equip students with globally competitive technology skills.

This initiative is also aimed at supporting Ghana’s growing digital economy and creating new opportunities for innovation, remote work, and problem-solving in the mining and engineering sectors.

Vice Chancellor Prof Richard Kwasi Amankwah said the university has committed to training 1,000 coders this academic year, in line with government’s agenda to build a digitally skilled workforce capable of driving national development through technology and innovation.

Speaking at the 2026 mini graduation ceremony, the Vice Chancellor said the initiative forms part of efforts to support Ghana’s vision of building a strong digital economy through skills development in technology and innovation.

He disclosed that the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, recently visited the university to launch the institution’s RoboTechLab initiative.

He added that the ministry donated 200 laptops to support digital skills training and also provided 2,000 opportunities for students and staff to obtain Google certification for remote work opportunities.

At the 2026 mini congregation, a total of 95 graduands received various qualifications, including Doctor of Philosophy, Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma, and Bachelor of Science degrees.

Three distinguished personalities were also honoured with honorary doctorate degrees for their contributions to the university and the mining industry.

They are Emmanuel Kwaku Bedai, Foundation Registrar; Alfred Baku, CEO of Nextbons Gas Ltd; and Joseph Titus Glover, CEO of Quantum LC Ltd.