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- Review books or articles provide a critical and constructive analysis of existing published literature in a field, through summary, analysis, and comparison, often identifying specific gaps or problems and providing recommendations for future research. These are considered as secondary literature since they generally do not present new data from the author's experimental work. Review articles can be of three types, broadly speaking: literature reviews, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses. It also the researcher to stay abreast of new literature in the field.
- Grey literature consists of research and information produced outside conventional publishing channels, such as reports, policy briefs, working papers, and conference materials. It offers valuable insights and data that complement peer-reviewed sources, supporting research, policy, and practice.
- The J. H. Kwabena Nketia Archives preserve Ghanaian and African cultural heritage through music, oral traditions, photographs, and audiovisual collections. Guided by Professor Nketia’s vision that African traditional arts must be collected, preserved, practiced, and continually inspire creative expression, the Archives serve as a living resource for scholarship, teaching, and innovation
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Item type:Item, Access status: Open Access , Factors Influencing the Performance of State-Owned Enterprises in Ghana: The Case of Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Buffer Stock Company Ltd(University of Ghana, 2025) Adom, J. K.State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Ghana have played a key role in national development, yet their performance has been inconsistent. Initially established to drive industrialization and provide essential services, many SOEs became financially unsustainable by the 1980s. Despite ongoing reforms to enhance governance and financial management, many SOEs still face low productivity, financial mismanagement, and weak governance. Additionally, governance reforms in Ghana, including performance contracts, have not been adequately assessed for effectiveness. To bridge these gaps, this study applies Agency Theory to analyze governance challenges and performance drivers in Ghanaian SOEs. The study sample 20 respondents from the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Buffer Stock Company Ltd. From the data analysis the study revealed that looking at the historical analysis of the performance of the SOEs there is an improvement in the governance and management structures of the SOEs. There has also been technological adoption and modernization and a balanced social mandate with commercial viability among the SOEs. However, political interference and governance still remains as a key challenge to SOEs in Ghana. Further, in assessing the factors that affect the economic performance of the SOEs, the study revealed that regulation environment, financial management and market dynamics, human capital and operational efficiency, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption measures were the key factors affecting the economic performance of SOEs in Ghana. Subsequently, looking at the regulatory frameworks in enhancing the governance performance of the SOEs, some of the participants of the study highlighted that role clarification and reduction of bureaucratic overlap, accountability and performance-based incentives, adaptability to technological and market changes, and need for continuous capacity building are some of the regulatory frameworks that would help enhance the governance performance of the SOEs in Ghana. Based on these findings the study was able to make some recommendations that will help improve the general performance of SOEs in Ghana.Item type:Item, Access status: Open Access , Promoting Regular Labour Migration in Ghana: A Case of the Ghanaian-European Centre(University of Ghana, 2025) Amuzu, F. A.Labour migration has been a topical issue in Ghana just as in many parts of the world. Considering the impact of labour migration on the lives of the migrants and their families as well as the community and the state, it has become very necessary that the state put out measures to promote safe and regular migration. This study sought to identify the contribution of the Ghanaian-European Centre in the promotion of regular labour migration in Ghana. Generally, the research sought to study the contribution of the Ghanaian-European Centre in promoting regular labour migration in Ghana. Qualitative approach was used in this study. Three sets of respondents were interviewed. These respondents included employees of the Ghanaian-European Centre, individual beneficiaries of the services of the Ghanaian-European Centre and Senior Officers of the Labour Department. The Labour Department is a major beneficiary of the GEC- Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations partnership. Through thematic analysis, the qualitative data generated was analyzed. The findings from the study indicated that the GEC is involved in the provision of a comprehensive services which affects every aspect of the migration process (i.e. pre-departure, departure, settlement at destination and return and reintegration). It was found out that the Centre provides person centred pre departure counselling for prospective labour migrant, public awareness creation and sensitization on regular migration pathways, skills training and capacity building for returned migrants and collaborating institutions. All these combine to address key challenges in the labour migration management landscape in Ghana. Despite all the laudable efforts of the Centre to promoting regular labour migration, the Centre faces some pressing challenges which mitigate against its smooth and effective operations. This include bureaucratic bottlenecks, skills mismatch among others. The study concluded that the GEC continues to shape migration and the national migration discourse by bringing together all stakeholders, engaging them on key policy issues and building their capacities to use modern trends to handle migration related concerns. The study made several recommendations such as the GEC advocating for the establishment of work Programme that will recognize the skills set and experiences of Ghanaian Labour migrants as well as ensuring the protection of Ghanaian migrants at the European Destinations.Item type:Item, Access status: Open Access , Potential Of Ai-Driven Virtual Learning Environments In African Higher Education Institutions(Multidisciplinary Journal of Distance Education Studies, 2025-07-13) Shaban , S.H.; Aryeh-Adjei, A.A.; Anaman, A.A.Artificial intelligence (AI) has completely changed the educational landscape, inspiring the creation of virtual learning environments (VLEs) powered by AI. These immersive learning environments have revolutionised the way we think about education by giving students individualised, dynamic, and exciting educational experiences. The objectives of the study were to explore the current state of AI-driven VLEs in African higher education institutions (AHEI) and to investigate the potential benefits and challenges of implementing AI-driven VLE in AHEI. The study utilized the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model, the Diffusion of Innovations (DOI) theory and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) which provide valuable framework to understand AI adoption in higher education, enabling educators to design and implement AI powered tools more effectively. This study employed a comprehensive review approach as the primary data collection method to investigate the adoption and effect of AI-driven VLEs in African Higher Education. The review of existing literature was conducted, encompassing academic journals and published institutional reports. Key search engines and databases, including Google Scholar, Scopus, and Web of Science, were utilized to identify relevant sources. The inclusion criteria were resources of relevance to the research objectives and studies published. The findings demonstrate AI-driven VLEs possess the potential to transform African higher education by increasing access, improving quality, and enhancing student outcomes. It also highlighted the benefits of AI-driven VLEs, including personalised learning, supporting students with disability and improved student engagement. The challenges encountered include unreliable internet, digital literacy gaps, high costs, and concerns about cultural relevance and equity. The paper recommended that governments and educational institutions should invest in reliable internet connectivity and collaborate with local experts to develop AI-driven VLEs tailored to the unique needs of African students.Item type:Item, Access status: Open Access , Health Information Seeking Behaviour among Users in the College of Health Sciences Library, the University of Ghana amid the COVID-19 pandemic(Library Philosophy and Practice, 2021) Ankamah, S.; Amegashie , P.; Yeboah , F.; Amofah-Serwaa, N.The purpose of this study is to assess the information needs and information-seeking behaviour among library users in the CHS Library, the University of Ghana amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The study adopted the survey design to select 128 respondents using the convenience sampling technique with a response rate of 68.75 per cent. The study found that most respondents were competent health information literates. Moreover, most users look for health information to gain a better understanding of the causes, severity, and prognosis of a disease. Again, most respondents demonstrated that their main source of health information during the COVID-19 pandemic was the internet followed by medical databases. The findings also indicated that major challenges encountered in seeking health information by most respondents were internet connectivity followed by lack of time and inadequate library resources. Earlier studies have focused on health information and there is relatively little research on health information provided during the COVID-19 pandemic. Thus, this study provides insights into the information needs and information-seeking behaviour among library users during the pandemic in a developing country setting.Item type:Item, Access status: Open Access , Racial Disparities In Pulse Oximetry: Measurement Bias And Clinical Implications—A Systematic Review(Frontiers in Anesthesiology, 2026-04-30) Ekor, O.E.; Akiseku, A.K.; Brocke, S.N.; Ankamah, S.This review synthesised existing evidence on racial disparities in pulse oximeter accuracy, quantified the degree of bias, evaluated clinical effects, highlighted implications for practice, and identified research priorities needed to achieve equitable device performance. While prior systematic reviews have examined pulse oximeter accuracy across varying skin pigmentation levels, most have focused primarily on aggregate accuracy metrics without integrating downstream clinical consequences or anaesthesiology-specific implications. In contrast, this review synthesises paired SpO₂–SaO₂ comparisons stratified by race or skin tone and explicitly links measurement bias to occult hypoxaemia, treatment escalation thresholds, and perioperative decision- making. By integrating device-level performance characteristics with clinical risk pathways, this review aims to provide actionable insights for anaesthesiologists and critical care clinicians.