The government’s plan to establish a second campus of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) at Kenyasi No. 2 is expected to boost local economic activity and equip young people with industry-relevant skills.
The proposed campus forms part of a broader national agenda to strengthen technical education, decentralize tertiary institutions, and support Ghana’s industrial transformation.
Speaking at a consultative meeting with former Education Minister Christine Amoako-Nuamah, Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu highlighted the project’s potential to create employment opportunities for both teaching and non-teaching staff while expanding access to specialised higher education.
He explained that the new campus would focus on key areas such as mining, agribusiness, and entrepreneurship—fields considered critical to Ghana’s economic growth and industrialisation drive.
Beyond increasing student enrollment, the facility is also expected to serve as a centre for innovation and research, contributing to solutions in strategic sectors of the economy.
The Minister noted that the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to building a resilient and competitive education system that prepares graduates for emerging job markets.
He added that insights from experienced policymakers, including Dr. Amoako-Nuamah, would help shape the project to ensure sustainability and alignment with national development goals.
Discussions at the meeting also explored policy direction, institutional expansion, and ways to integrate the new campus with existing UMaT programmes to effectively meet the evolving needs of students and industry.
The project is anticipated to play a significant role in transforming Kenyasi and its surrounding communities into a hub for technical education and skills development.
