TABLE OF CONTENTS 
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Preface 
General Information jji 
Address oft he Vice-ChanceUor at Congregation x-...-. Yijj 
1. COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SCIENCES 
Department of Agricultural Economics and :\~ribusiness 
Department of Agricultural Extension 11 
Department of :illimal Science 16 
Department of Crop Science 19 
Department of Home Science 28 
Department of Soil Science 32 
Agricultural Research Centre - Kade 37 
Agricultural Research Centre - Kpong .. -11 
:\~ricultural Research Centre - Legon .. -15 
2 . FACULTY OF ARTS 
Department of Classics .. -17 
Department of English .. -18 
Language Centre 55 
Department of Linguistics 60 
Department of Modern Languages 67 
Department of Philosophy 72 
Department fur the Study of Religion 75 
School of Performing :\ns 81 
DepartmentofMlL~ ic 83 
Department ofD ance Stt1l1ies 97 
Department ofT heatre Arts 99 
International Centrefor African .\1usic and Dance .. .. 105 
3. FACULTY OF ENGINEERING SCIENCES 108 
4 . FACULTYOFLAW .. 117 
5. FACULTY OF SCIENCE 
Department of Biochemistry .. 127 
Department of Botany .. 131 
Department of Chemistry 137 
Department of Computer Science .. 139 
Department of Geology .. .. 142 
Department of Mathematics .. 150 
Department of :\utrition and Food Science .. 151 
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Department of Oceanography and Fisheri('s .. 158 
Department of Physics .. .. 167 
Depa rtment of Statistics 172 
Departmen t of Zoolo ,!..~.v .. 171 
Environmental Science Programme 185 
Volta BaSin Research Project 189 
6. FACULTY OF SOCIAL STUDIES 
Department of Archaeology .. 195 
Department of Economics .. 198 
Department of Geography and Resource Development 202 
GEF-UNDP.Ghana Govemment Project 217 
GORTMAN Project 217 
The Family and Development Programme (FADEP) .. .. 218 
Department of History .. .. 219 
Department of Information Studies .. 226 
Department of Political Science .. 228 
Departmen t of Psyc hology .. 237 
Department of Social Work .. 243 
Department of Sociology .. 249 
Institute of Adult Education .. 254 
Institute of African Studies 261 
Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research .. 279 
Legon Centre for International Affairs .. 294 
School of Communication Studies .. 298 
Centre for Gender Studies and Advocacy .. 302 
Regional Institute for Population Studies 306 
Centre for Social Policy Studies 309 
7. COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 
University of Ghana Dental School .. 313 
Department ofB iomaterials Science .. 313 
Department of Community and Preventive Dentistry .. 313 
Department of Oral and Maxilofacial Surgery 3H 
Department of Oral Pathology / Oral Medicine .. 316 
Department ofO rthodontics and Paedontics 317 
Department of Res toratiue Dentistry .. 319 
University of Ghana Medical School .. 320 
Department ofA naesthesia .. 320 
Department ofA natomy 325 
Department of Chemical Pathology 329 
Department of Child Health 332 
Department ofC ommunity Health 336 
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Centre Jor Tropical Clinical Phannacology and Therapeutics .. 339 
Department oJHacmatology .. 343 
Department oj Mcdical Biochemistnj , .. 345 
Department oJMedicine and Therapeutics .- .. 350 
Department oJMicrobiology ,. .. 356 
Department ojO bstetrics and Gynaecology .. 363 
Department oj Pathology .. 365 
Department oj Phannacology .. 369 
Department oj Physiology .. 372 
Department ojP sychiatnj .. 374 
Department oJRadiology 375 
Department oJSurgenj 376 
Advanced Trauma Operative Management Course .. 379 
Medical School Library .. 380 
Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research .. 382 
School of Allied Health Sciences .. 396 
Departments oJDietetics 398 
Department oJMedical Laboratory Sciences .. 399 
DepartmentoJPhys~therapy .. 400 
Department ojR adiography .- .. 401 
School of Nursing .. 406 
School of Public Health .. .. 409 
Department oj Biological Occupational and Environmental 
Health Sciences 413 
Department oj Biostatistics ,. 414 
Department oj Epidemiology and Disease Control .. .. 416 
DepartmentoJHealth Policy Planning and Management .. 417 
Department oJPopulation. Family and Reproductive Health 419 
Department oJSocial and Behavioural Sciences .. 421 
Ghana Malaria Centre .. .. 422 
International Programmes .. 427 
ICT Directorate .. 435 
8. SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND GRADUATE STUDIES .. 437 
9 The Balme Library .. 443 
10 Counselling and Placement Centre .. .. 447 
11 UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL .. .. 452 
PREFACE 
This report satisfies a statutory requirement that the Vice-Chancellor reports on 
the work of the University to Congregation. 
Activities and developments within the University during the year under review 
have been guided by its mission of developing world-class human resources and 
capabilities, to meet national and development needs and global challenges 
through quality teaching, learning, research and knowledge dissemination. 
The reports reflect the proportion of academiC work done during the year under 
review. It is gratifying to see efforts made by the various departments and faculties 
to generate resources to supplement that of management to ensure that the 
University is sufficiently endowed to be considered a deserving member of 
renowned centres of excellence all over the world. 
The University, during this period, has gone through some turbulent times. We 
are however working hard towards putting these problem's behind us, a task 
which requires the cooperation and effort of all stakeholders. 
The University Council has called for a visitation of the University, to enable a 
Critical assessment of the University·s activities. By the end of the visitation, we 
hope that we will be in a better position to implement some changes in the 
University, to improve upon our teaching and research, and the quality of our 
graduates as well as restore integrity to all our processes. 
I am grateful to all our benefactors who have made substantial donations towards 
the development of the University. 
Our thanks go to the Government of Ghana and on the occasion of our Country's 
Jubilee, the University of Ghana salutes the Government and the people of Ghana. 
My gratitude also goes to Senior Members, Senior and Junior Staff, Students and 
indeed the entire Ghanaian public, for the support this University continues to 
enjoy from them. 
Congregation always marks a high point in the life of the University and I take 
the opportunity to wish all graduands every success as they embark on a new life 
in the world of work. 
Professor Clifford N.B. Tagoe 
Vice-Chancellor 
March 10,2007 

1. THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA 
GENERAL INFORMATION 
Postal Address - P. O. Box LG 25. Legon. Ghana 
Fax - 233-21-502701/233-21-500395/514745 
Telephone - (233-21)500381/500194/502255/502257/ 
- 502258/500430/500306/514552/500383/500395 
E-mail: vcoffice@ug.edu.gh.academic@ug.edu.gh 
balme@ug.edu.gh.pad@ug.edu.gh 
Website - www.ug.edu.gh 
Overseas Address - The Ov-tlrseas Representative 
Universities of Ghana Office 
321 City Road. London. ECIV ILl. England 
Tel: 44 (0) 207-2787-413 
Fax: 44 (0) 2077-135-776 
E-mail: ugoouk@aol.com 
Academic Year - August to July 
Language of Instruction - English 
Solicitors - Messrs Bentsi-Enchill. Letsa & Ankomah 
P. O. Box 1632 
Accra 
Lexcom Associates 
Legal Practitioners & Consultants 
P. O. Box 11428 
Accra-North 
Bankers - Ghana Commercial Bank. Legon. 
- Ghana Commercial Bank. Liberty Avenue. 
- Ghana International Bank. Pic 
69 Cheapside. London EC.2. England. 
- Morgan Guaranty Trust Company 
23 Wall Street. New York. NY 10015. U.S.A. 
Auditors - Osei Kwabena & Associates 
Chartered Accountants 
P.O. Box 10375. 
Accra-North 
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All communications should be addressed to: 
mE REGIS7RAR 
UNNERSl7Y OF GHANA 
P.O. BOXLG25 
LEGON. GHANA 
MEMBERSHIP OF THE UNIVERSITY COUNCIL 
Mr. Anthony Oteng-Gyasi Chairman. ApPointed by Council 
Professor C.N.B. Tagoe Vice-Chancellor 
Mrs. Mary Chinery-Hesse Nominated by Government 
Mr. Samuel Aboah Nom'inated by Government 
Prof. Walter Alhassan Nominated by Government 
Prof. Akosua Adomako Ampofo Elected by Convocation 
Dr. Esther Odofoley Sakyi-Dawson Elected by Convocation 
Mr. Joseph Addo-Larbi Nominated by the Conference of 
Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools 
(CHASS) 
Mr. Kwaku Mensa-Bonsu Nominated by the University of Ghana 
Alumni Association 
Mr. Frederick T. Senayah Nominated by Student's Representative 
Council (SRC) 
Mr. Fred Amankwah-Sarfo Nominated by Graduate Students 
Association (GRASAG) 
Dr. F. K. E. Nunoo (Acting.) Nominated by the University Teachers 
As~ociation of Ghana (UTAG) 
Mr. Peter K. Lumor Nominated by the Teacher and 
Educational Workers' Union (TEWU) 
Mr. A.T. Konu Registrar / Secretary 
In Attendance 
Professor Kwesi Yankah Pro Vice-Chancellor 
Mr. Sam Okudzeto Chairman. Council of the College of 
Health Sciences 
Mr. J. Klinogo Chairman. College of Agriculture & 
Consumer Sciences 
Mr. John Minlah Director of Finance 
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CHANCELWR 
(Vacant) 
PRINCIPAL OFFICERS 
Chairman. University Council Anthony Oteng-Gyasi 
BA (Hons) BL (GLS) QCL (Ghana) 
Vice-Chancellor Professor Clifford N. B. Tagoe 
MB. ChB (Ghana) PhD (Leicester) 
OTHER OFFICERS 
Pro-Vice-Chancellor Professor Kwesi Yankah 
MA (Ghana) PhD (Indiana) 
Registrar Mr. A.T. Konu 
BA (Ghana) MA (Calif) 
University Librarian Professor A.A. Alemna 
BEd (UCC) Dip Ub Stud MALS PhD (Ghana) 
PROVOSTS 
College of Health Sciences Professor A.G.B.Amoah (Acting) 
MB. ChB (Ghana) PhD (Surrey). 
MRCP (UK) FRCP (Eng) FWA CP) 
College of Agriculture & Consumer - Professor B. K. Ahunu 
Sciences BSc (Agric) (Ghana). MSc(Brit Col). PhD 
(Alberta) 
DEANS 
School of Agriculture Professor S. K. Ofei 
BSe (Agric) (Ghana). MPhil (Lond) Dip 
(Seed Pathology) (Den). PhD (Lond) DlC 
Faculty of Arts Professor E.K. A. Osam 
BA,MPhil (Ghana) PhD (Oregon) 
Faculty of Law Professor E.N.A. Kotey 
LLB (Ghana) LLM PhD (Lond) 
Faculty of Engineering Sciences Professor S. Sefa-Dedeh 
BSc (Ghana) MSc PhD (Gue/ph) 
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Faculty of Science Professor F. K. Rodrigues 
BSc. MBA (Ghana) PhD (Leeds) 
Faculty of Social Studies Professor J .R.A. Ayee 
BA MPA (Ghana) PhD (Jerusalem) 
Business School Professor KO. Nti 
BSc PhD (Yale) 
Medical School Professor A. N. L Lawson (Acting) 
MB. ChB (Ghana). PhD (Leicester) 
Dental School Professor N.O. Nartey 
BDS (Ghana) MSc FEACOP FRCDS 
(Canada) 
School of Allied Health Sciences Professor E.K Wiredu 
MB ChB (Ghana) FRCPath. MIAC FWACP 
School of Research & Graduate Professor J. Songsore 
Studies BA PhD (Ghana) MSS (The Hague) 
Dean of Students Dr. B.K Banoeng-Yakubo 
BSc MPhil (Ghana) MSc (Ife) PhD (Ghana) 
Dean of International Programmes - Professor E. Y. Danquah 
BSc(AgIic)(Ghana). MPhil,PhD (Camb.) 
Accra City Campus Professor J.F. Wiredu (Acting) 
BA (Ghana) PhD (lbadan) 
School of Nursing Professor Onike P. Rodrigues 
MB.ChB{Leeds)FRCP(UK)DCH.FWACP 
DIRECTORS OF SCHOOLS/INSTITUTES/CENTRES 
Institute of Adult Education Mr. R.A. Aggor (Acting) 
BA MPhil (Ghana) 
Institute of African Studies Professor Takyiwaa Manuh 
LLB (Ghana) LLM (Dar-es-Salaamj PhD 
(Indiana) 
Institute of Agricultural Research Professor K. Afreh-Nuamah 
BSc MPhil (Ghana) PhD (London) 
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Institute of Statistical Social Professor E. Aryeetey 
& Economic Research BA (Econ) MA (Ghana) MSc (K'sijPhD 
(Dortmund) 
Noguchi Memorial Institute for Professor A. K. Nyarko 
Medical Research MSc(Ghana) PhD(Philadelphia) 
Regional Institute for Population Professor F. Dodoo (Acting) 
Studies BA. MA (Washington State UniLJ) PhD 
(PennsylLJania) 
School of Public Health Professor Isabella Quakyi 
BSc (Hons) (SWTey) MSc (BruneI) PhD 
(1.ond) 
School of Communication Studies Dr. Audrey Gadzekpo (Acting) 
BA. MA (Washington State UniLJ) PhD 
(PennsylLJania) 
School of Performing Arts Dr. W.O. Anku (Acting) 
Dip in Music (Gh) MME (Montana) PhD 
(Pittsburgh) 
Legon Centre for International Professor C.E.K. Kumado 
Affairs LLB LLM (Ghana) 
Centre for Tropical Clinical Dr. Francis Ofei 
Phannacology & Therapeutics MB ChB (Ghana) MRCP (UK) 
Language Centre Dr. G.S.K. Adika 
BA (Ghana) MPhil (Cantab) PhD (Ghana) 
Ecology Laboratory Centre Professor S.K.A. Danso 
BSc Agric (Ghana) MSc PhD (Cornell) 
Centre for Social Policy Studies Dr. Ellen Bortei Doku-Aryeetey (Acting) 
BA (KNUST) MA (Reading) PhD (Michigan) 
International Centre for African Dr. A. Darkwa 
Music & Dance PhD (Wesleyan) 
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ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORATES/UNITS 
Finance Directorate Mr. J.E. Minlah 
BSc (Ghana) MBA (Ed in) FCMA (Lond) 
CA (Ghana) 
College of Agriculture and Mr. M. R. Ribeiro 
Consumer SCiences BA (Ghana) Post Grad.. Dip in Adm (GIMPA) 
(Consultant in Administration) MA (Calif) 
College of Health Sciences Mr. F.K. Yeboah 
(College Registrar) BA. MPA (Ghana) 
Academic Affairs Directorate Mr. E. Amartey (Acting) 
BA MPA (Ghana) 
Physical Development and Mr. P. Azundow (Acting). 
Municipal Services Directorate Dip Ing ARCH (Sarajevo) AGLA 
University Health Services Dr. Eugenia K. Ofori-Adjei 
MBChB (Ghana) DCH (Lond) MRCP (UK) 
Public Affairs Directorate Mrs. Stella A. Amoa (Acting) 
BA MA (Int. Affairs) (Ghana)) 
Human Resource and Mr. E.F. Akpedonu (Acting) 
Organisational Development BA (Gh) Mes L. (Toulouse) 
Internal Audit Mr. F.P.K. Agbekoh (Acting) 
BA (Ghana) 
Planning & Management Mr. A. Quartey (Acting) 
Information Services BSc MBA (Ghana) 
ICT Directorate Mr. Emmanuel Owusu-Oware 
BSc (Ghana) MBA (Ghana/Vrieje) 
Counselling and Placement Mr. J .G. Egyir-Croffet (Acting) 
Centre BSc (Ghana) MEd PGCE (Cape Coast) 
Medical School Mr. P. B. Yarquah 
BA (Ghana) Grad. Dip (Comm. Studies) 
(Ghana) MEd (BirminghmJ 
(Executive Secretwy) 
Dental School Mr. M. Opare Atuah (AsSistant Registrar) 
BA (Ghana) MPhU (Bergen) 
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Noguchi Memorial Institute Mr. O. Boateng 
for Medical Research BSc (Agric) (UCC) MSc (Word Tech) (K'si) 
(Administrative Secretary) 
School of Nursing Mrs. Mavis Otoo-Aryeh 
(Senior Asst. Registrar) 
BA MPA (Gharta) 
School of Allied Health Sciences Mr. B. K. Afari-Danso 
LLB (Ghana) 
(Administrative Secretary) 
University of Ghana Business Mr. T. Tabi 
School BA. MPA (Ghana) 
(Executive Secretary) 
School of Research and Graduate Mrs. Ama Kwaa 
Studies BA. Grad. Dip. (Joum. & Comm.) (Ghana) 
(Executive Secretary) 
Institute of Adult Education Mr. James Quaye-Foli 
BA. Grad. Dip. (Joum. & Comm.) (Ghana) 
(Administrative Secretary) 
University Primary & Junior Ms. Cecilia Morrison Dip. Ed (Winneba) 
Secondary Schools BEd. M.Ed (Cape Coast) PGDE (India) 
(Headteacher) 
Sports Mr. A. Denkabe (Acting), 
BA (Ghana) MA Camb) 
HEADS OF HALLS/HOSTELS 
Legon Rev. Dr. AA Akrong 
LTH BA (Hons) MA (Gh) THM (Lutheran) 
THD(USA) 
Akuafo Rev. Dr. C. Omenyo 
BA MPhil (Ghana) 
Commonwealth Professor H. Akussah 
BA Dip Arch MA PhD (Ghana) MSc (Irifo 
Sci) (Lond) 
Volta Dr. Akosua Perbi 
BA. MA. PhD (Ghana) 
Mensah-Sarbah ProfessorJ.Y.Opoku, 
BSc (Gh) PhD (Aberdeen) 
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Post Graduate/Valco Trust Hostels - Professor J. Songsore 
BA PhD (Ghana) MSS (The Hague) 
International Students' Hostel/ Professor E. Y. Danquah 
Jubilee Hall BSc(Agric)(Ghana). MPhil. PhD (Camb.) 
SSNIT Hostels Ghana Hostels Limited 
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY 
THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA was founded in 1948 as the University College of 
the Gold Coast on the recommendation of the Asquith Commission. on Higher 
Education in the then Britis h colonies. The Asquith Commission. which was set 
up in 1943 to investigate Higher Education. recommended among othcr things. 
the setting up of University Colleges in association with the University of London. 
This was followed up by a number of separate Commissions in different regions. 
The West Africa Commission was under the Chainnanship of the Rt. Hon. Walter 
Elliot. The Elliot Commission published a majority report which recommended 
the establishment of two University Colleges in the Gold Coast (Ghana) and 
Nigeria. and a minority report which held that only one University College for the 
whole of British West Africa was feasible. The British Government at first accepted 
the minority report of the Elliot Commission and decided that a University College 
for the whole of British West Africa should be established at Ibadan in Nigeria. 
But the people of the Gold Coast could not accept this recommendation. Led by 
the scholar and politician. the late Dr. J . B. Danquah. they urged the Gold Coast 
Government to inform the British Government that th e Gold Coast could support 
a University College . The British Government accordingly reviewed its decision 
and agreed to the establishment of the University College of the Gold Coast. 
The University College of the Gold Coast was founded by Ordinance on August 11. 
1948 Jor the purpose oj prolJiding Jor and promoting unilJersity education. learning 
and research. Its first Principal was the late Mr. David Mowbray Balme. Mr. Balme 
was farsighted. courageous and dedicated to the promotion of scholarship. By his 
vision. industry and single-mindedness of purpose. he built a college and laid the 
foundations for a sound University which is now a source of pride. In his ten 
years of Principalsh ip. he created an institution whose key-note was orderly living 
with dignity in a community of scholars. One of the recommendations of the 
Asquith Commission was that the British Government should set up an Inter-
Univt rsities Council to advise on all matters relating to Higher Education in the 
new British Colonies. The Inter-Universities Council served the new University 
College of the Gold Coast in an advisory capacity. but it approved all academic 
appOintments. This a rrangemen t helped the College to maintain the high 
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academic standards associated with the Universities in Britain. Also. it enabled 
the College to seek support of the"Counci! in obtaining funds from the United 
Kingdom Government sources. 
From its inception. the University College of the Gold Coast was admitted to the 
Scheme of Special Relationship extended by the University of London to c('rtain 
English and overseas University Colleges. Under this scheme. the University 
College was allowed to teach for the external degree examinations of London 
University. It also allowed the College to modify the London syllabuses to suit 
local conditions and to take part in the setting and marking of examinations. But 
London University gave final approval to courses and examinations since the 
degrees given were those of the University of London. For thirteen years. therefore. 
the University College looked up to two separate institutions in Great Britain: to 
the Inter-Universities Council for guidance on its broad policy. and to the 
University of London for approval and control of details of degree regulations. The 
University College benefitted greatly from this arrangement which certainly 
helped to maintain its high academic standards. 
In the 1960-61 academic year. the College Council made a request to the 
Government of Ghana for legislation to constitute the University College into a 
University with the power to award its own degrees. The Government appOinted 
an International Commission to examirie" the problem. On the recommendations 
of that Commission. the University of Ghana was set up by an Act of Parliament 
on October 1, 1961 (Act 79). The then President of the Republic of Ghana. Dr. 
Kwame Nkrumah. became the first Chancellor of the University. with Nana Kobina 
Nketsia IV. BUtt DPhil (Oxon), Omanhene of Essikado. as the' (Interim) Vice 
Chancellor. 
ENROLMENT AND GRADUATION STATISTICS: With a current student population 
of about 28.480 the sex ratio is fast approaching 50 : 50. The University of Ghana 
is the oldest and largest of the five public Universities in Ghana. Breakdown in 
terms of programmes is as follows: Post-Graduate students - 1.613: Bachelors' 
Degrees - 24.618; Sub-Degrees - 1.356. Foreign students currently enrolled in 
the University are also 733. Senior Members engaged in research and teaching 
number 793. Senior Administrative and Professional staff also number 132. 
ASSOCIATIONS AND LINKS: The University of Ghana is a member of the 
International Association of Universities (lAU). the Association of Commonwealth 
Universities (ACU) and the Association of African Universities (AAU). The 
University is also a member of the League of World Universities (which comprise 
47 renowned research universities all over the world). The University has also 
established academic and research links with several Universities and Research 
Institutions worldwide. In addition. the University has also been linked to the 
Norwegian Universities' Committee for Development Research and Education 
(NUFU). the Council for International Educational Exchange (CIEE) based ill New 
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York, International Student Exchange Programmes (ISEP) and the Commonwealth 
Universities Student Exchange Consortium (CUSAC), among others, 
INSTITUTIONAL AFFILIATIONS: There are currently a number of local institutes/ 
colleges which hold affiliation with the University of Ghana for the purpose of 
enrolment. teaching and awarding of degrees and diplomas of the University. 
These affiliations cover non-degree, Bachelor's degree and post-graduate degree 
programmes. Institutes/Colh~ges which presently hold affiliation status with the 
University are as follows: 
1. St. Peter's Seminary (Cape Coast) - Diploma/Bachelor of Arts 
2. St. Paul's Seminary (Sowutoum) - Bachelor of Arts 
3. St. Victor's Seminary (Tamale) - Diploma/Bachelor of Arts 
4. Trinity Theological Seminary (Legon) - Diploma/Bachelor of Arts 
5. Christian Service Seminary (Kumasi) - Diploma 
6. Ghana Baptist Seminary (Kumasi) - Diploma 
7. National Film and Television Institute - Bachelor of Arts (Film & 
(NAFTl) Television) 
8. Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ) - Bachelor of Arts 
(Journalism & Public Relations) 
9. . Regional Maritime Academy - . Master of Arts (Shipping & Port 
Management) 
10. Ghana Armed Forces Command and - Masters Degree (International 
Staff College Relations) 
II. Ghana Institute of Languages Bachelor of Arts (Translation) 
12. Ghana Institute of Management and - Masters Degree in Development 
Public Administration Management (MDM) 
13. Islamic University College - Bachelor of Arts 
14. Pentecost University College - ·Certificate/Diploma 
15. Catholic University College - Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of 
Science (Information/ 
Commercial/Technology) 
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16. Methodist University: College - Bachelor of Arts/Business 
Administration 
17. Wisconsin International University - Bachelor of Arts/MA in Adult 
College, Ghana Education 
PRECINCTS 
The campus of the University lies about 13 kilometres north-east of Accra, the 
capital of Ghana, at an altitude of between 300 and 400 feet. From the Main 
University Gate on the Dodowa Road, the University Avenue extends to 
Commonwealth Hall on Legon Hill. 
Along it are grouped other Halls of Residence, Departments, lecture theatres and 
laboratories. Mid-way, an open space - the University Square - with an ornamental 
pool is over-looked by the Balme Library (named after David Mowbray Balme, the 
first Principal of the University College). Across from the University Square are 
sports fields, a central cafeteria and halls of residence. Behind Commonwealth 
Hall is an open-air theatre with a Grecian style auditorium built into the slope of 
Legon Hill. On the summit of Legon Hill is the Convocation Group of Buildings 
which houses the University's administration offices, the Great Hall, with a 
seating capacity of 1,500 and a Tower donated by the Government of Ghana in 
1957 to commemorate Ghana's Independence. On the southern side of the campus 
are residential accommodation for staff, the University Primary School. the 
Manciple's Organisation and the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, 
while on the Northern side are teaching departments, lecture theatres and 
laboratories. Across the Accra-Dodowa road from the Main University Gate is a 
Police Station, and behind it is a University Hospital with 100 beds, 20 cots and 
houses for members of the Junior Staff. 
The College of Health Sciences has its administration as well as the Medical/ 
Dental/Allied Health SCiences Schools located at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. 
which is about three kilometres west of the centre of Accra, and about 18 kilometres 
from the main University campus. 
COLLEGES. FACULTIES. INSTITUTES. SCHOOLS AND RESEARCH 
FACILITIES 
Academic life of the University of Ghana is centered around Colleges, Faculties, 
Institutes/Schools and Centres of Research/Learning. 
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COLLEGES/SCHOOLS 
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 
The College of Health Sciences is presently constituted by five Schools. four of 
which are ofthc status of Faculty. a non-departmentalized school and one research 
institute. These are: 
MEDICAL SCHOOL: Anaesthetics. Anatomy. Medical Biochemistry. Centre for 
Tropical Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics. Chemical Pathology. Child 
Health. Community Health. Haematology. Medicine and Therapeutics. 
Microbiology. Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Pathology. Pharmacology. Physiology. 
Psychiatry.,Radiology. Surgery. 
DENTAL SCHOOL: Oral Biology (Dental Anatomy and Oral Physiology); Biomaterial 
Science; Restorative Dentistry; Paedodonties; Preventive and Community 
Dentistry; Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Radiology; Oral Pathology and Oral 
Medicine; Orthodontics. 
SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES: Medical Laboratory SCiences. 
Radiography and Physiotheraphy. 
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH: (non-departmentalized) currently offering degrees 
at Post-graduate levels only. In addition the School runs a short course (6 weeks) 
in Social Mobilization in Health and Development. 
NOGUCHI MEMORIAL INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH: An institute for 
research into Medical and paramedical issucs. 
SCHOOL OF NURSING: Community Health. Maternal & Child Health. Mental 
Health. Adult Health. Research. Education and Administration. 
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SCIENCES: The College of 
Agriculture.and Consumer Sciences is constituted by a School and an Institute. 
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE: Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. 
Agricultural Extension. Animal Science. Crop Science. Home Science and Soil 
Science. 
INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURE: Three Research Centres at Legon. Kade and 
Kpong. Biotechnology Centre. 
FACULTIES 
ARTS: Classics. English. Language Centre. Linguistics. Modern Languages 
(ArabiC. French. Russian. Spanish. Swahili). Mathematics. Philosophy. Study of 
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Religions and The School of Perfonning Arts [with Departments of Dance Studies. 
Music and Theatre Arts). 
LAW: Law (non-departmentalized). 
SCIENCE: Biochemistry. Botany. Chemistry. Computer SCience. Fisheries and 
Oceanography. Geology. Mathematics. Nursing. Nutrition and Food Science. 
Psychology. Physics. St~tistics and Zoology. 
SOCIAL STUDIES: Archaeology. Economics. Geography and Resource Development. 
History. Infonnation Studies. Mathematics. Nursing. Political Science. Psychology. 
Sociology and Social Work. 
BUSINESS SCHOOL: Accounting. Public Administration & Health Service 
Management, Marketing & Consumer Management. Banking & Finance. 
Organization & Human Resource Management and Management Information 
Systems. 
ENGINEERING SCIENCES: Agricultural. Biomedical. Food Process. Materials 
Science (Ceramics Option) and Computer Engineering. 
RESEARCH INSTITUTES AND SCHOOLS 
THE UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL: The Business School was 
originally established by statutory instrument in January 1960. as the College of 
Administration. at Achimota. It had begun as the Department of Commerce in 
the then Kumasi College of Technology [now Kwame Nkrumah University of 
Science and Technology): this Depa rtment was transferred to the Western 
Compound of Achimota to form the nucleus of the College of Administration . The 
main idea behind the transfer was that the new College would serve as a 
comprehensive institution. which would provide various training programmes 
required to meet the needs of administrative and accounting personnel in the 
rapidly expanding economy of Ghana. The move was also intended to give the 
College scope for expansion within the relatively more mature business 
environment of Accra and to afford both Faculty and students opportunities for 
close contact with the business community. The College was responsible for 
organizing courst's in Accounting. Secretaryship. Central and Local Government 
Administration and Hospital Administration. These courses led to the examination 
of United Kingdom statutory bodies: The Association oj Certified and Corporate 
Accountants (ACCA). The Chartered Institute ojSecretaries (CIS). The Corporation oj 
Certified Secretaries (CCS). The Clerical Examinations jor Local GOI.Jemment Officers 
(NALGO) and Institute oj Hospital Administration. Though useful. the courses were 
not fully satisfactory because they were foreign oriented. dealing mainly with 
United Kingdom institutions. and were not properly adapted to experience and 
practice in Ghana. It was. therefore decided in 1961 to reshape them and make 
them more relevant to national needs. In order to give the study of Administration 
its proper place in the country's higher education system. and to attract the best 
candidates, it was decided that courses run by the College should be at University 
level. It was thus agreed that the College of Administration should be associated 
with the University of Ghana and its main courses developed to the University's 
degree standard. Hence in October 1962. the College of Administration was 
integrated into the University of Ghana. The College was given a status 
comparable to that of a faculty in the University and was redesignated School of 
Administration. Its students were gradually moved from Achimota to the 
University's students' Halls of Residence at Legon. and on February 18. 1967. the 
new building of the School. centrally situated at Legon. was opened. In 2004. the 
name was once again changed to the Business School. The School is governed by 
the Statutes of the University and controlled by the University Council and the 
Academic Board. It does, however. continue to receive earmarked grants direct 
from Government. and within the framework of general University-wide policy. 
maintains a good degree offreedom to develop its own associations and schemes. 
It has a mandate to organize courses and seminars from time to time either on 
its own or in association with other bodies. to satisfY identified areas of need in 
the fields of Business and Public Administration. 
THE MEDICAL SCHOOL: established in 1964 by command of government under 
the Ministry of Health as an autonomous institution in special relationship with 
the University of Ghana. The primary objectives of the Ghana Medical School (as 
it was then known) was to train: 
i. a broad-based generalist practitioner with sufficient grounding for subsequent 
specialization. 
ii. a practitioner functionally attuned to and therefore responding aptly to the 
needs and exigencies of his/her environment. He/she shall attain 
internationally accepted standard. 
iii. a practitioner who has partiCipated in health care delivery while under 
instruction and therefore cognisant of the problems of delivery of health 
care in the rural/urban settings. 
iv. an individual who accepts responsibility for self-learning and therefore readily 
responsible to the call for continuing medical education; and 
v. an advocate for community health needs. 
Arrangements to integrate the medical school formally into the University of 
Ghana were concluded in 1969 in time to permit the award of the degrees of 
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MB ChB) of the University of Ghana 
(Legon) to the first class of 39 medical graduates to be trained in Ghana. The 
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Ghana Medical School thus became the University of Ghana Medical School in 
October 1969. However. it still retains its financia( autonomy and has its own 
Executive Council and School Board. These arrangements have been given legal 
backing under the provisions of Schedule D of the Statutes of the University. The 
curriculum of the School has been revised on three occasions (1972. 1980 and 
1991) to further enhance the training of doctors. Currently. the curriculum allows 
for courses leading to the award of a BSc degree in Medical Science in addition to 
the MB ChB professional degree. The Medical School is the largest single faculty 
of the university. presently. 
THE DENTAL SCHOOL: The University of Ghana Dental School was established 
in 1995. even though basic dental training of dentists local)y had been in place as 
far back as 1972. Before then the clinical training had been pursued outside the 
country. in the Universities of Manchester. London and Lagos. Candidates who 
completed their dental training in these universities were awarded University of 
Ghana degrees. At its establishment. the Academic Board decided that the new 
Dental School should operate under the umbrella of the University of Ghana 
Medical School until such time that it can stand on its own feet. The arrangement 
also provided for a coordinator of Dental Programmes. and later on updated to Vice 
Dean of Dental Studies of the Dental School, who will function under the Dean of 
the Medical School. 
SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES: The Ministry of Health. in 1998. 
initiated the establishment of a School of Allied Health Sciences to produce medical 
and dental technical graduates through the Medical School. Programmes for this 
school included physiotherapy. medical laboratory science. radiography and therapy 
radiography. The Academic Board and the University Council approved this 
proposal in 1999. In the year 2001, this School came into being as one of the 
constituent schools of the newly established (in 2000) College of Health SCiences. 
An earlier Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology also sponsored by the 
Ministry of Health in 1994 was phased out. with the birth of the School of Allied 
Health Sciences. 
SCHOOL OF NURSING: The School was formerly a Department in the Faculties 
of Science and Social Studies. In 2003 the University Council approved its 
conversion into a School. It is currently one of the constituents of the College of 
Health Sciences. The School has a strong link with the University of Alberta in 
the running of its MPhil programme. It offers undergraduate and graduate 
programmes in Community Health Nursing. Maternal & Child Nursing. Mental 
Health Nursing. Adult Health Nursing and Research. Education & Administration. 
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH: The School of Public Health was established in 
October. 1994. through collaboration between the Ministry of Health in Ghana 
and the University of Ghana. primarily to train public health workers to enable 
them perform effectively at District. Regional and National levels within 
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governmental. quasi-governmental. non-governmental and private organizations. 
The programmes are also available to non-health personnel whose activities have 
an impact on the environment and public health. Properly trained Public Health 
personnel will be able to offer technical leadership in critical units such as 
Maternal and Child Health/Family Planning. Environmental Diseases Control. 
Health Information. Training. Research and Planning and in the running of 
specific disease control programmes such as AIDS. Tuberculosis. Leprosy and 
Onchocerciasis Control Programmes. The School runs four (4) programmes. 
namely. National Diploma in Public Health (NDPH). Master oj Public Health (MPH). 
Master ojP hilosophy in Public Health (MPhil) and Doctor oj Philosophy in Public Health 
(PhD). The philosophy oj the School is to operate as a "School without Walls" with 
semi-autonomous status. but with a close working relationship with the existing 
Schools and Faculties ofthe University. It is one of three Public Health Institutions 
in Africa that subscribe to the philosophy of school without walls meaning that 
attempts are made to achieve an optimum mix of classroom and field work. The 
School admitted its first batch of students for the MPH programme in October 
1994. In addition to its range of academic programmes. the School offers short 
certificate courses on specific health issues. Effective January 1. 2000. the School 
of Public Health became one of the health-related institutions grouped under the 
newly established College of Health Sciences. 
INSTITUTE OF AFRICAN STUDIES: Established in 1961. it conducts fundamental 
re-search in areas of African Languages. history and culture. and runs 
interdisciplinary courses leading to MPhil and PhD degrees in African Studies. 
The Institute also organizes introductory courses in African Studies for all Level 
200 students in the undergraduate degree programme of the University. These 
courses. which cover two semesters. are compulsory. A pass in African Studies is 
required for the award of a bachelor's degree of the University. Orientation courses 
are available for special admission students from other institutions and agenCies. 
Interdisciplinary seminars and symposia are organized regularly. There is a Visual 
Arts Section with cultural exhibits for teaching and research. The Institute's 
library supplements the Africana collection of the Ba1me Library. Attached to the 
Institute is the Ghana Dance Ensemble - a resident professional dance company 
which was started in 1962 by the then Ghana Institute of Arts and Culture to link 
the University of Ghana with the national theatre movement. 
INSTITUTE OF ADULT EDUCATION: Established originally as the Department of 
Extra-Mural Studies in 1948. the Institute provides university-based adult 
education through its branches and workers' colleges throughout the country. It 
provides both formal and non-formal programmes. The formal programmes consist 
of Diploma. Graduate Diploma and Masters and Doctoral degree courses in Adult 
Education: external degree courses in the Humanities. and Management and 
Accounting. remedial courses for Senior Secondary School Certificate 
Examinations (SSCE). The non-formal programmes comprise community 
education program-mmes in health. family life education. nutrition. Civic 
education. community initiative and adult literacy. The Institute is directly 
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involved with the organisation of a People's Education Association to support its 
work, Public lectures, seminars and workshops form a vital part of the Institute's 
activities, The most popular and national of these is the Annual New Year School 
which has been held regularly since 1948, 
INSTITUTE OF STATISTICAL. SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH: Established 
in 1966 as the Institute of Statistics, In addition to its original concern with 
problems related to statistics, the Institute has expanded into the field of social 
and economic studies, The Institute offers Certificate and Diploma courses in 
Statistics as well as a Master of Arts degree in Development Studies, 
NOGUCHI MEMORIAL INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH: The Institute 
was established in 1979 in a building funded by the Government of Japan to 
serve as a monument in memory of Dr. Hideyo Noguchi. a Japanese medical 
scientist who died in Accra in May. 1928 while investigating yellow fever. The 
Institute provides a base for medical co-operation programmes between Ghanaian 
and Japanese scientists. and a centre for conducting medical research relevant 
to Ghana's needs. Research is conducted into problems of communicable diseases 
while graduate students are trained in medical research. Facilities at the Institute 
include specialized laboratories and services in support of public programmes. 
From January 1.2000. the Institute became one of the health-related institutions 
grouped under the newly established College of Health Sciences. 
REGIONAL INSTITUTE FOR POPULATION STUDIES: Established jointly in 1972 
by the United Nations Organisation and the Government of Ghana, it promotes 
and strengthens research and training in demography for students from English-
speaking countries in Africa, The InstUute offers MA. MPhil and PhD degree 
courses. The Institute organizes seminars. work-shops. ad hoc courses of study 
and in-service training in Demography and related fields at the request of 
governments and institutions mainly in English-speaking African countries. Given 
its regional and international character, a significant number of the Institute's 
students come from other African countries. 
SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION STUDIES: Established in 1973 as the Institute 
of Journalism and Mass Communication, the School offers programmes leading 
to a Graduate Diploma. a one-year MA and a two-year MPhil degree in 
Communication Studies. It provides future journalists and media practitioners 
with the theoretical understanding and the professional skills and techniques 
required in the mass media. 
SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS: Established in 1962 as the School of Music 
and Drama under the Institute of African Studies, it comprises the Department 
of Dance Studies, Department of Music and the Department of Theatre Arts. 
These three departments provide core courses for diploma, bachelor's and post-
graduate degrees in Music. Theatre Arts and Dance. The School also run a 
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree programmes. 
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Occasionally, the school organizes a one-year certificate course in Theatre Arts 
for foreign students on special admission. Training pr.ogrammes for teachers and 
schools, amateur drama groups, choirmasters and singing groups are also 
available. The School has a Resident Theatre Company called 'Abibigromma'. 
SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND GRADUATE STUDIES: The Office of School of 
Research and Graduate Studies is the central focus within the university for 
arrangements for graduate students and research. The Office receives and handles 
all preliminary enquires to the University. Although questions on academic 
matters are dealt with by the department concerned, the Office responds to 
questions on administrative matters. There is a separate Handbook for Graduate 
Studies. The Office deals with all matters which have to do with registration and 
records, official corresponde!'lce and welfare. The Office of the Dean of Research 
and Graduate Studies is headed by a Dean who is of professorial status and 
appointed by the Academic Board. He is assisted by an Executive Secretary, a 
Research Administrator and a team of administrative staff. The other important 
function of the School is the Research Administration. The function includes 
Grant Applications and Reporting, Contract Report (including Consultancy), Ethical 
Clearance, Registration, Patenting, Commer-cialization of Intellectual Property 
. and Management of External Funds. 
ACCRA CITY CAMPUS (Formerly The External Degree Centre): The City 
Campus grew out of the 1960 Commission on University Education in Ghana 
which recommended the organization of courses leading to the degrees of the 
University of Ghana for persons who intend to study for such degrees on part-
time basis. It started as The External Degree Centre, established by the University 
of Ghana during the 1963/64 academic session and charged with the responsibility 
of offering on part-time basis courses in the Humanities available to full-time 
students of the University of Ghana except, perhaps, the laboratory based courses. 
The Academic Board subsequently decided to make the Institute of Adult Education 
the implementing agency and the Accra Workers College as the venue. Two main 
categories of persons were identified for the programme 
i. _ Persons who are normally qualified for university education but who, for 
various reasons, prefer not to study as full-time External students; 
ii. Person who are considered "Mature" and capable of pursuing degree 
programmes but who do not possess the requisite university entry 
qualifications. Applicants who fall into this category are required to be at 
least 30 years of age at the time of submitting application. They are also 
reqUired to pass an examination conducted by the university which is 
intended to test intellectual capability and promise rather than knowledge 
of particular subject. 
The External Degree Centre offered courses leading to the BA and BSc 
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(Administration) degrees. The syllabuses and other requirements for the degrees 
are the same as those used by the University of Ghana for full-time students 
except that study at the Centre is part-time/off-campus and duration extends 
over a period of not less than eight semesters and not exceeding 12 semesters. 
The External Degree programme was originally conceived as a university 
programme in which all departments in the Faculties of Arts. Social Studies. Law 
and Administration would participate. The courses offered at the Degree Centre 
are taught by lecturers from the faculties of the University who are recruited 
through their Heads of Department. This arrangement was adopted to ensure 
that lecturers who teach the courses on campus are the same lecturers who 
teach at the External Degree Centre. Part-time students at the External Degree 
Centre were. therefore. not to be disadvantaged vis-a.-vis their full-time colleagues 
since both groups of students wrote the same examination. The arrangement 
thus guaranteed parity of esteem between the on-campus and off-campus 
programmes. 
In 2002. the Academic Board of the University approved an arrangement to 
transform the External Degree Centre into the Accra City Campus of the University 
of Ghana. to offer part-time degree programmes in Bachelor of Arts (BA) and 
Bachelor of Science in Administration (BSc Admin). Admission is on fee-paying 
baSis and students are free to subscribe to programmes/subjects of their choice. 
Time-tabling is made flexible so as to accommodate the needs of workers. Entry 
requirements remain the same as for admission to the main University. 
CENTRES OF RESEARCH/LEARNING 
REGIONAL TRAINING CENTRE FOR ARCHIVISTS: Since 1974. the University 
has hosted the Centre within the Department of Library and Archival Studies. It 
offers a sub-degree Diploma course in Archives Administration for anglophone 
countries in Africa as well as a Graduate programme in Archival Studies. In 
2000-2001 academic year. a Bachelor 's degree programme in Library. Archives 
and Information Studies was added to its range of academiC programmes. The 
Department of Library and Archival Studies has assumed a new name: The 
Department of Information Studies. a move aimed at bringing the name of the 
department to fall in line with the new focus of its work. 
LANGUAGE CENTRE: The Language Centre was founded in 1970 as a Centre for 
research in Language use in Ghana. having the status of a department in the 
Faculty of Arts. For the first ten years of its existence. it was supported by a grant 
from the Carnegie Corporation. which funded the building it occupies. It later 
received Ford Foundation support. especially for staff development. The British 
Council supplied its Language Laboratory in 1980 and has provided small sums 
at various times. The focus of the Centre is on research and teaching related to 
the improvement of performance in the languages used in Ghana as vectors of 
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education, culture and community interaction - English, the official language, 
and various Ghanaian languages. 
CENTRE FOR TROPICAL CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS: 
The Centre for Tropical Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics was established 
in the Univer-sity of Ghana Medical School in 1982 with a grant from the UNDP / 
World Bank/WHO Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical 
Diseases (TDR). The grant was to increase research and training capabilities in 
Clinical Pharmacology, especially pharmacokinetics of antimalarial, 
antischistosomal and anti filarial drugs. The grant period was from 1982-1986. 
The Centre has the status of a department in the Medical School. The principal 
activities of the Centre are directed towards achieving the institutional objectives 
of the University of Ghana Medical School. 
LEGON CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS (LECIA): The Legon Centre for 
International Affairs, LECIA, was established by the University of Ghana in 
December" 1989. Its central purposes are: 
i. the inter-disCiplinary postgraduate academic training for qualified applicants 
and Foreign Service personnel; 
ii. the organisation of seminars, workshops, and short courses on specified 
subjects of current international interest; 
iii. research and publication in the areas of International Affairs, International 
Law and Practice. 
The Centre runs a 12-month course in International Affairs leading to the award 
of an MA degree in accordance with the existing University of Ghana Regulations. 
THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE FOR AFRICAN MUSIC AND DANCE: The Inter-
national Centre for African Music and Dance was established at the University of 
Ghana in the 1992-93 academic year to serve as a focus for the development of 
materials and programmes in African Music and Dance that meet the needs of 
scholars, research students and creative artists. It is intended: 
i. to provide a forum for international meetings, conferences, seminars, 
workshops and special events in African music and dance; 
ii. to serve as an Archival Documentation and study centre for African Music 
and Dance; 
iii. to promote and coordinate research, creative and development projects in 
music and dance; 
iv. to prepare and publish monographs, source materials, bibliographies and an 
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International Journal of African Music and Dance. and to seIVe as a clearing 
house for information on events. artists. scholars and institutions concerned 
with the study and promotion of African music and dance. 
The Centre operates as a unit within the School of Performing Arts which offers 
diploma and degree courses of the University of Ghana in music. dance and drama. 
In addition to participation in the Centre's programmes. visiting scholars and 
students affiliated to the Centre will be able to avail themselves of the classes 
and private lessons in African music and dance given by the traditional musicians 
and dance instructors of the School as well as the facilities of the reference 
library of the Institute of African Studies which is adjacent to the School of 
Performing Arts and which has a valuable collection of Africana. The Centre is 
governed by an International Advisory Board consisting ofthree ex-officio members 
and twelve ordinary members. six of whom represent the major sub-regions of 
Africa. while the remaining six represent institutions and scholars in Asia. 
Europe. North America. Latin America and the Caribbean. The Centre has three 
categories of membership: 
i. Associate Membership. offered to directors of cooperating institutions. 
scholars in ethnomusicology. music education. dance ethnology or related 
fields who have good track record of research and publications. and creative 
artists who have distinguished themselves in some area of African 
performing arts. 
ii. Ordinary Membership. open to individuals through journal subSCription. and 
iii. Corporate Membership. offered to music and dance organizations and 
institutions with manifest interest in African music and dance. 
The programmes of the Centre take into account the need for developing materials 
and resources that will make it a conference and study centre. a base for the 
dissemination of knowledge and materials about African music and dance as 
well as a place for organizing short term training programmes. including 
management training seminars in culture and development with particular 
reference to African music and dance. To enable scholars and creative artists 
from other African countries to contribute to this programme or use the facilities 
of the Centre for research and writing or presentations. provision has also been 
made for a few visiting Fellow-ships. Other scholars and artists coming on their 
own can register with the University of Ghana as affiliates or associates of the 
Centre. 
CENTRE FOR GENDER STUDIES AND ADVOCACY: The Centre for 
Gender Studies and Advocacy [CEGENSA] was established by the 
University Council in 2005. and was offiCially inaugurated on 14th 
March 2006. The Centre is currently located at the Institute of Mrican 
Studies which is hosting the Centre until it can move into its own 
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facilities . The Centre's initial activities are supported with a core 
TALIF grant (Teaching and Learning Innovative Fund). The Centre has 
eight focal areas: Academic Planning and Curriculum development -
including the development of short courses , engendering existing 
courses and building capacity in curriculum development; upgrading 
the Resource Centre; policy planning; the development of mentoring 
programmes for junior faculty and students; the creation of a sexual 
assault crisis and counselling unit; the professional development of 
counsellors for the counselling unit; research, and outreach and 
extension work. 
CENTRE FOR MIGRATION STUDIES AND RESEARCH: The Centre 
for migration studies and research serves as a co-ordinating point for 
all stakeholders involved in teaching, research, advocacy and extension 
activities in migration within and outside the University. Its key 
objectives are: to co-ordinate past and current research activities on 
migration by Faculties, Departments, Institutes and Centres: undertake 
research activities on migration related issues from a multi-disciplinary 
approach; promote migration studies at the graduate level through a 
multi-disciplinary approach: advise on, and inform the formulation of a 
national policy on migration through the provision of relevant data on 
migration and related issues: collaborate with relevant institutions, 
departments and agenCies working on migration and related issues: 
and build capacity through short-term training programmes in specific 
areas. 
OTHER RESEARCH UNITS AND FACILITIES 
VOLTA BASIN RESEARCH PROJECT: The Volta basin refers to the approximately 
400.000 sq. km drained by River Volta and its tributaries in the West African 
countries. Cote d'Ivoire, Burkina raso. Togo, Benin, and Ghana where the basin 
makes up about 70 percent of the mainland. The Volta BaSin Research Project 
(VBRP) was established by the University of Ghana in 1963 to carry out. through 
a multi-disciplinary methodology, research into the positive and negative changes 
Within the volta basin. folloWing the damming of river Volta at Akosombo and, 
subsequently. downstream at Akuse. and the consequent creation of artificial 
lakes behind the dams. As With many major river basin development projects. it 
was deemed imperative to conduct pre-impoundment studies on what would be 
lost irretrievably after the damming. SCientifically monitor and appraise 
continuously the expected multi-faceted social and economic impacts. and 
formulate measures aga inst the many adverse effects that such a major 
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environmental disruption was bound to cause nationally and internationally. The 
five major areas identified for research were fisheries agriculture. hydrobiology. 
public health. socio-economic development. and archaeology which. essentially. 
became passe. after the completion of the creation of the lakes. the first of which 
is among the largest in the world. Traditionally research work is vested in full-
time Research Fellows who. also. partly teach in the Departments to which they. 
together with their Technicians. are attached. Through this arrangement. the 
VBRP has generated substantial sCientific information about the volta basin. and 
contributed significantly towards its socio-economic development by discovering 
solutions for problems associated with the damming. 
LEGON SEISMOLOGICAL OBSERVATORY: The Ghana Geological Survey 
Department has installed seismological equipment in the University's Department 
of Geology as part of a Telemetric Seismograph Network. The main station at 
Legon is served by a number of smaller stations located in the south-eastern part 
of Ghana (Tema. Shai Hills. Akosombo. Koforidua. Kukurantumi. Weija and 
Winneba) which transmit signals by radio waves. The network monitors seismic 
activities in the country. 
LEGON BOTANICAL GARDENS: The Legon Botanical Gardens covering an area 
of approximately 25 hectares support the scientific research of the Department 
of Botany. They contain plant species of the tropiCS and semi-tropics. including a 
large collection of palms from various tropical areas. In addition to the sale of 
plants and wreaths. landscaping and horticultural services. there are facilities 
in the gardens for picnics by individuals. families and social groups. 
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTRES: There are three Agricultural Research 
Centres at Legon (about 12 kilometres outside the main campus). Kpong on the 
Accra plains (about 90 kilometres north-east of Legon). and Kade in the Forest 
Zone. in the Eastern Region (apprOximately 175 kilometres from Legon). under 
the supervision of the Faculty of Agriculture. Apart from research. the centres 
provide technical and practical experience for students of agriculture and 
extension and training facilities for farmers and other interested persons. 
Legon Agricultural Research Centre: The Centre at Legon (established in 
1953) covers an area of about 740 hectares. Its main research activities are 
in animal breeding. animal nutrition. veterinary medicine. pasture 
improvement and the development of dairy cattle by crossbreeding. 
Kpong Agricultural Research Centre: The Kpong Centre (established in 
1954) covers an area of about 420 hectares. It conducts research mainly 
into rice. sugar cane. cowpea. soya bean. sorghum and beef cattle. The Station 
also conducts research on mechanized irrigation agriculture on black soils 
(vertisols) of the Accra Plains. 
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Kade Agricultural Research Centre: The Centre at Kade (established in 
1957) covers an area of 99.3 hectares. It is mainly concerned with research 
into production of forest zone crops such as citrus, plantain. cocoyam. oil 
palm and rubber. with a special interest in agronomy of perennial crop plants. 
LmRARY FACILITIES: The Balme Library is the main library of the University 
with a holding of about 300.000 volumes. including a notable section on Africana. 
and about 5.000 periodicals. Non-members of the University are allowed the use 
of the Balme Library. They may register as external borrowers. Departmental 
and Hall libraries supplement facilities available in the Balme Library. 
CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION SERVICES: Members of the University serve 
on committees and commissions set up by Government, private institutions. 
district and local bodies through-out the country. Research work and projects of 
national interest are under-taken by departments. institutes and schools of the 
University. Through Inter-Faculty. Inaugural and Occasional Lectures as well as 
seminars. workshops and publications. the University shares the fruits of research 
and knowledge with the people of Ghana and with cultural institutions both within 
and outside Ghana. Through its extension services. the University participates 
in the life of the wider community and the practical affairs of society and keeps 
its teaching and research close to the real life of the society. In a more formal 
way. members of the University undertake consultancy for various public and 
private institutions. The University itself also procures consultancy contracts for 
its faculties and departments. In order to formalize and enhance these consultancy 
and extension services, the University established a Consultancy Centre which 
seeks and executes them using the pool of expertise within the University, The 
Centre aims at enhancing the University's technical contribution to national 
development. increasing its income-earning capacity, providing avenues for 
professional satisfaction for its staff and improving the practical flavour of teaching 
and research. The Centre now operates as a wing of the School of Research and 
Graduate Studies with emphasis on Contract Research. 
REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS UNIT: The Remote Sensing Applications Unit 
was established in 1993 as a self-accounting Unit in the Department of Geography 
and Resource Development with a mandate to provide Remote Sensing and 
Geographic InJonnation Systems (GIS) services and to assist research in land and 
water resources appraisal and monitoring. including rural and urban land use patterns 
and trends. It will also support the teaching programmes of the environmental 
and resource based departments. namely geography and resource development, 
geology. botany. agriculture and physics. The establishment of the Unit became 
necessary because of the establishment of a remote sensing applications laboratory 
and an ecological laboratory in the Department of Geography and Resource 
Development. The Laboratories were inaugurated on March 22. 1994. The 
establishment of the laboratories was made possible through the generous 
aSSistance of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Danish 
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Government through the Institute of Geography under a linkage arrangement 
between the Universities of Ghana and Copenhagen (Denmark). The Ecological 
laboratory is equipped with modem facilities to undertake a large range of analysis 
including plant materials. soil conditions. water and sediments. The combination 
of a remote sensing laboratory and an ecological laboratory provides ideal facilities 
for multi-disciplinary approaches to resource and environmental problems which 
are bound to have far reaching implications not only for the quality and relevance 
of teaching and research in the University but also for the quest for the sustainable 
development of the resources of Ghana. 
ECOLOGY LABORATORY CENTRE: The Ecology Laboratory at the University of 
Ghana. Legon was initiated in 1993 through DANIDA financial ENRECA - project. 
During the first project period. 1993-95. the Ecology Laboratory was equipped 
with instruments for conducting chemical and physical analysis on soil. water 
and plant samples. The second project period. 1997-9 was intended to support 
teaching and interdisciplinary research programmes on nutrient cycling. ecology 
and biodiversity. This is reflected in the composition of membership ofthe Centre's 
Advisory Board and Technical Com.mittee, to represent a wide range of 
Departments. The Centre is aimed, among others, at supporting interdisciplinary 
research activities. to facilitate necessary field research for researchers and 
PhD students: to encourage exchange of scientists and technicians between Ghana 
and Denmark: to conduct training courses on topics of interest to activities of 
Ecology Laboratory Centre and to organize seminars and workshops. The Ecology 
Laboratory Centre is located in the building housing the Ecology Laboratory at 
the Department of Geography and Resource Development 
CENTRE FOR SOCIAL POLICY STUDIES: The establishment of the CSPS in 
December. 1997 has been initiated primarily to develop and improve social welfare 
services in Ghana. It is intended to fill a need for social welfare policy research 
in Ghana. The challenge is to provide a forum that can playa co-ordinating role 
for the establishment of social development network and at the same time to 
involve the general public in the process of social welfare policy development. 
The Centre, which is sponsored by UNICEF. aims at creating greater awareness 
on social welfare policy issues in Ghana and promoting participatory development 
of poliCies and social service programmes of action. In this respect. the Centre 
focuses on interdisciplinary projects that emerge from its own programmes as 
well as those of cognate departments. agencies, organisations and institutions. 
SpeCifically. policy areas to be covered through the Centre's programmes and 
activities are: the development of the child; poverty, nutrition and household 
dynamics; family welfare; health; gender issues; ageing; community participation/ 
community welfare; labour issues; environmental issues; population and 
development. Because- 'of its coordinating role, the Centre serves as a 
Documentation and Information centre on social welfare policy for students. 
researchers. policy makers and professionals in the social service field. The centre 
has a speCialised library of reference materials not available elsewhere on campus 
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and produces a Social Policy handbook which covers a wide range of policy issues. 
carrying both information and programme experiences. 
THE AFRICAN VIRTUAL UNIVERSITY: A World Bank sponsored Distance Education 
Project which has been in elPstence for more than two decades in the USA and 
some parts of Europe. involving the use of satelite communication and other 
communication technologies such as Video. Internet, Email protocols to beam 
lectures either in real time or in recorded form from universities in the USA and 
Europe to sub-Saharan Africa. The advantages derived from the AVU project is 
the provision of more cost-effective mass education through the sharing of the 
highest quality academic faculty. library resources and laboratory experience. In 
this way the project has the potential to overcotne lack of facilities that prevent 
increased access to higher education for a significant number of students in the 
sub-region. The University of Ghana is among the eleven countries in sub-Saharan 
Africa. made of six Anglophone and five Francophone universities. that have been 
selected to take part in AVU starting from December 11. 1997 when the protocol 
establishment the linkage arrangement was given the nod by the Academic Board. 
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ADDRESS BY PROFESSOR CLIFFORD NIl BOI TAGOE 
VICE-CHANCELWR OF THE UNIVERSIlY OF GHANA AT CONGREGATION; 
MARCH 10. 2007 
Your Excellency the President of the Republic of Ghana; 
Chainnan of the University Council; 
Honourable Ministers of State and Members of Parliament; 
Members of the University Council; 
Pro-Vice-Chancellor; 
Registrar; 
Members of Convocation; 
Your Excellencies Members of the DiplomatiC Corps; 
Past and present Chainnen of Council. Vice-Chancellors. Pro-Vice-Chancellors. 
and Registrars of this and our sister Universities; 
Niimei. Naamei. Nananom; 
Graduating Students; 
Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen: 
On my own behalf. and on behalf of the entire University community. I wish you 
a wann welcome to today's ceremony. coming just a few days after our national 
celebration of 50 years of independence. We would like to conSider this 
Congregation as part of the national celebrations. and hope that we will all leave 
here reflecting on the past 50 years. and thinking ahead to what the next 50 hold 
in store for us as a nation. 
You might recall that in November last year. we gathered here to receive the 
Vice-Chancellor's report on the activities of the University. and to award degrees 
and diplomas to deserving students in the Faculties of Law and Science. the 
Business School. the College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences and graduate 
students. This time around. we are here to honour graduands from the Faculties 
of Arts and Social Studies. and again. graduate students. 
The College of Health Sciences will hold its Congregation ceremony in April as 
part of the University·s policy of holding separate Congregations for each College 
or Faculty. Hopefully. in the not too distant future. we will be able to graduate all 
of our students soon after their final examinations. 
As has been the practice for some time now. all graduands will be given the 
chance to mount the dais and shake hands with the principal officers of the 
University and the guest of honour. Today is for you the graduands. to be recognized 
and rewarded for the hard work you put into your studies. and for that reason. 
speeches will be kept short. and to the minimum. 
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Governance 
Ladies and gentlemen, the period under review saw some changes in the 
University Council. Let me take this opportunity to once again welcome our new 
Chainnan of Council, Mr. Tony Oteng-Gyasi, and to wish him well in his job of 
chairing the highest decision making body of the University. We trust that his 
tenure will see further growth and development in the University, and that the 
same zeal and diligence which he exudes in his business dealings, as CEO of 
Tropical Cable Limited and President of the Association of Ghana Industries, will 
be manifest in his work in and for the University. I also welcome the newly-
appointed members of Council, Professor Walter Alhassan, Mrs . Mary Chinery-
Hesse, Mr. Tonyi Senayah (Acting SRC President) and Mr. Fred Amankwah-Sarfo 
(President of the Graduate Students Association). I trust that they, together with 
the continuing members , will give the Chainnan the necessary support to ensure 
that Council pOSitions itself to be able to detennine the strategic direction of the 
University, and to ensure the maintenance of an environment that creates equal 
opportunity for all members of the University. 
Mr. Chainnan, it will be recalled that a little over a year ago, our Chancellor, 
Nana Wereko Ampem II, passed on to eternity. In view of this, the University 
Council has initiated the process for the appointment of a new Chancellor. A 
Board of NOminators is currently working on this exercise. 
Mr. Chairman, in the course of the 2005/2006 academic year a number of 
appointments were made to senior management positions in the University. 
These include the Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs (Professor 
Kwesi Yankah), Provost of the College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences 
(Professor Ben Ahunu), Dean of the Medical School (Professor Aaron Lawson), 
Dean of the Faculty of Arts (Professor Kweku Osam) , Dean of the Faculty of 
Engineering Sciences (Professor Samuel Sefa-Dedeh), Dean of the School of 
Agriculture' (Professor Samuel Offei) , Dean of the Faculty of Science (Professor 
Frederick Rodrigues), Principal of Accra City Campus (Professor John Wiredu) 
and Director of the Institute of Agricultural Research (Dr. FranciS Ofori). I welcome 
them all on board and wish them successful tenures. 
Mr. Chainnan, the Change Management Team set up to provide advisory support 
for the implementation of the University's internal transfonnation programme 
is putting finishing touches to its work. The Team had previously made 
recommendations on modalities for the appOintment of Pro-Vice-Chancellors. 
Provosts and Deans, the development of the College concept. and management of 
academic directorates within the University. The Team also recommended the 
establishment of a Quality Assurance Directorate, which has been set up, and 
will seek to ensure quality in the teaching and research carried out in the 
University. I take this opportunity to thank members of the team for the thorough 
work they have done over the past year or so. We greatly appreciate the time and 
effort you have put into the onerous task assigned you . 
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On my own behalf. and on behal{ofthe University management, I wish to sincerely 
thank members of all the University's statutory Boards and Committees, 
particularly the University Council. the Executive Committee and the Academic 
Board, for their hard work and the long hours they spend on the discussion and 
determination of issues which decide the direction of the University, I trust that 
they will continue to work towards the maintenance of an environment that 
creates equal opportunity for members of the University, regardless of age, 
disability, ethnicity, gender or creed, and will strive to put in place the conditions 
which will position the University to meet it's mission: developing world-class 
human resources and capabilities to meet national development needs and global 
challenges through quality teaching, learning, research and knowledge 
dissemination. ' 
Government support to the University 
The University is grateful to government for the continuing support that it provides 
to tertiary education in the country. We recognize the importance that government 
places on the development of human resource and capacity building, and would 
therefore urge that the Universities in particular are provided with the resources 
they need, not just to function, but to turn out first class graduates, who will go 
out into the world of work well-equipped to make their mark. I wish to reiterate 
that the University particularly requires equipment and chemicals for its 
laboratories, to enable students in the Sciences carry out meaningful practical 
sessions to support their theoretical lessons. In line with the national goal of 
placing greater emphasis on Science education, the University is working towards 
increasing intake to the Sciences to at least 40 per cent of total admissions. 
Increased assistance from Government and corporate sponsors to meet these 
targets, and particularly to boost female admissions in the Sciences would be 
most appreciated. 
Mr. Chairman, may I take this opportunity to ac:mowledge the donation of about 
5.6 billion cedis worth of science eqUipment to the University from the Ministry 
of Education, through GETFund during the period under review. This was at a 
time when we found ourselves having to admit a higher than planned for number 
of sCience students. While the University is extremely grateful for this and other 
kind donations, like Oliver Twist, we find ourselves having to ask for more, if we 
are to play our part in helping government meet its manpower needs. 
Graduands/Performance 
Mr. Chairman, 4542 students are graduating today at various levels, bringing 
the total number of graduantls for the 2005/2006 academic year to 6567, 2025 
having graduated in November last year. The breakdown for today's graduating 
class is as follows: 
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At the Bachelor's Degree level. a total of 564 students representing 14 per cent of 
the graduating class. obtained First Class Honours. 1388 or 35 percent Second 
Class Upper. 1816 or 46 per cent Second Class Lower and 175 or 5 percent Third 
Class. 
About 16 per cent of Certificate and Diploma students obtained distinctions. With 
the rest obtaining passes. 
The 216 post-graduate graduands include 3 Doctor of Philosophy candidates. 
Admissions 
For the academic year under review. our records indicate that a total number of 
16.000 undergraduate applications were received . The University offered 
admission to a little over 7.500 of these applicants. out of which some 5.600 
registered for the 2006/2007 academic year. 42% of the registered students are 
female. Mr. Chairman. this figure indicates that we are drawing closer to 
obtaining a 50:50 female to male enrolment ratio. For now. we continue to use 
affirmative action to boost female admission to our undergraduate programmes. 
but I make a passionate appeal to government to put into place more measures to 
ensure that all students. both male and female. at the Primary and Secondary 
School levels reach their highest potential. and are encouraged to excel in their 
academic work. and stay in school. 
Total postgraduate admissions to the University this year were over 700. 
Our admissions for the period bring our total student enrolment on our three 
campuses: Legon. Korle Bu and Accra City to 25.500. Included in this number are 
733 foreign students registered as either regular or occasional students . and 
1.613 graduate students. 
In 2005. the University had to take the painful decision to cut down on admissions 
to ensure that our resources were not overstretched beyond their limits. We 
were able to do this in our 2006/2007 admissions. but only by turning away 
applicants who are by all rights qualified to study in the University. My humble 
appeal. Mr. Chairman. is that in line with reaching the human resource 
development needs of the nation. government takes steps to ensure that the 
thousands of qualified applicants who do not gain admission to this and other 
universities each year. are absorbed into other tertiary institutions. either public 
or private. and encouraged to reach their full potential. 
There continues to be direct entry into Level 100 at our Accra City Campus. With 
about 1.200 students enrolling this year. It is hoped that With major improvements 
in the infrastructure and facilities on that campus. it Will be able to increase 
access to qualified applicants in the coming years. 
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The University of Ghana continues to focus on its objective of promoting a multi-
cultural dimension in its enrolment. 360 students of various nationalities were 
admitted to the University in the period under review. mainly from the sub-region, 
notably Burkina Faso, the Gambia, la Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria and Togo. Some 186 
students on exchange programmes from our partner institutions in Europe, the 
Americas and ASia were also admitted into various programmes. 
Continuing with our policy on the admission of students from Less Endowed 
Schools, the University offered places to about 153 applicants in this category, to 
programmes in the Humanities, the Business School. and the Engineering 
Sciences. In addition, as is the practice. the University also waived the Academic 
Facility User Fees (AFUF) for the student with the best entry qualification from 
each of these schools. . 
Mr. Chairman, we have just completed the sale and submission of forms for 
admission to our undergraduate programmes for the 2007/2008 academiC year. 
There were a few challenges regarding the interpretation of the West Africa Senior 
Secondary School Examinations (WASSSCE) whose first batch of products will be 
entering the University next academic year, but we were able to overcome these 
challenges, and have started processing the forms. We look forward to welcoming 
members of this pioneer group ofWASSSCE students to the University in August, 
but as I have already intimated, the sad part will be that for each student we 
admit. we will turn away several others who are also qualified to study in the 
University. 
Distance Learning 
To help decongest the main campus, and to offer admission to more qualified 
applicants, the University is working actively to institute distance learning as a 
standard feature of its academiC programmes. To this end, steps are being taken 
for Worker's Colleges in all 10 regions to be used as Distance Learning Centres, 
which will afford all, irrespective of geographical location, the opportunity to access 
our programmes. 
The training of members of faculty in the development of on-line courses has 
started, and the necessary ICT infrastructure for take off is being put in place. 
Staffing 
At present, the University has a total staff strength of 4,537 with the following 
breakdown: 
Staff Category Male Female Total 
Senior Members(Academic) 634 159 793 
Senior Members (Administrative 
and ProfeSSional) 90 42 132 
Senior Staff 782 385 1167 
Junior Staff 2040 405 2445 
ToW 3546 991 4537 
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Mr. Chairman. the wide disparity between the numbers of male and female staff 
at each level is obvious. It is perhaps time for the University to put into place 
measures to aggressively recruit highly trained and qualified female staff at all 
levels and to adopt strategies to retain young women who often struggle to combine 
the rigours of family life with equally demanding professional work. 
A staff audit team was put together a few years ago to rationalize staff required for 
the University to achieve its mission. The team has submitted its report. which 
is being studied by management. A major difficulty the University continues to 
face is attracting young academics to the University. to replace retiring staff. In 
spite of recent enhancements in the conditions of service in the Universities. 
we still find ourselves unable to compete with other professions for these young 
ones. and the whole nation is ultimately the loser. I would again call on government 
to introduce benefit packets which would make working in the University more 
attractive to young graduates, and encourage more of them to take up professions 
in academia. 
Establishment of Centre for Gender Studies and Advocacy 
Mr. Chairman. the Centre for Gender Studies and Advocacy (CEGENSA) was 
officially launched in March 2006 with the mandate to initiate. advise. monitor, 
evaluate. organize and disseminate information on gender. The Centre traces 
its beginnings to the Development and Women's Studies (DAWS) Programme 
initiated by the Institute of African Studies in 1989 as a teaching and research 
programme on gender issues. 
The broad aim of the Centre is to encourage reflection on gender issues among 
social researchers. to assist instructors to deepen gender analyses in the courses 
they teach. and to encourage research into issues and problems relating to poverty 
reduction and development from a gender-specific focus. 
Specifically. the Centre's mandate covers seven core areas: curriculum 
development; the setting up of a resource centre; mentoring; outreach; policy 
development; research; and the establishment of a sexual assault crisis centre. 
I am pleased to note that one year on, the Centre is already making strides in 
living up to its mandate. It is involved in a number of research projects. and is 
fast building up its collaborative networks both within and outside the University. 
ICT 
The ICT infrastructure of the University continues to expand, providing improved 
service for learning. teaching. research and administration. Since my last report. 
the following major developments have taken place in the field of ICT: 
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All laboratories at the lef Di'rectorate have been completed and fully equipped 
There are now a total of 432 computers available to students in the 
Directorate 
30 computers are available to staff at the VIP laboratories 
The increase in the bandwidth from 1.5 MB to 9 MB has greatly enhanced 
Internet access 
a mast has been erected for Radio Univers that will also connect the Accra 
City and Korle Bu Campuses to the main University network and 
• the majority of Halls of ReSidence now have Ief laboratories connected to 
the Internet. 
Also. and very significantly. an Assistive Technology laboratory. a special facility 
for phySically challenged students. has been established. Eight University of Ghana 
staff from the Balme Library and the Ief Directorate have gone through a Training 
of Trainers workshop in teaching blind/visually impaired students how to use 
computers and access UG network resourced. 
All blind/visually impaired students of the University are now taken through a 
two semester-long practical course on using computers and network resources. 
The laboratory is equipped with:· .. 
10 computers (Monitors. keyboards and mouse) 
1 Braille Printer 
9 Speech ware machines (Dolphin Drive) 
8 head phones 
Perforator for comb binding 
The Draft lef Blueprint which is to guide the development and use of lef in 
support of teaching. learning. research and administrative work in the University 
has been completed and the necessary deliberations are being held for 
implementation to start soon. 
Some Departments. notably the Chemistry Department and Departments in the 
Faculty of Engineering Sciences have started introdUCing their students to e-
learning using KEWL. an e-learning software. This is to enable students and staff 
access course materials and aSSignments over the University's Intranet. 
Students and staff can now access MIS resources over the Intranet. Students 
can access their academic records and financial statements online. 
I am particularly pleased to note that subscription to the University e-mail system 
continues to rise. Staff subSCription has risen from 940 a year ago to 1.379 
currently. with student subSCription rising from 18.065 to the current figure of 
24.173. I am certain that these figures will contribute to a corresponding increase 
in efficiency and knowl(!dge. and that with time. the bulk of business within the 
University will be carried out on-line. 
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The Computer Driving License Programme continues to offer training in the 
basic use of the computer to students, and I am glad to note that response has 
been overwhelming. During the 2005/2006 academic year approximately 8,000 
students were taken through the programme. The online version of the programme 
has now been introduced, which means students are able to learn basic computer 
skills at their own pace from any computer terminal, and I expect the numbers of 
students subscribing to this programme to rise substantially. 
The ICT Directorate has been awarded a TALIF grant ()f $178,906 USD for 
the Digital Learning Resource Programme to create and .catalog accessible digital 
learning resources. This programme will capture and provide electronic access 
to learners and instructors. Learners can search for. locate and download 
multimedia materials including manuscripts, prints, video. photographs, oral and 
sound recordings. 
Infrastructural Development Projects 
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen, since the last Congregation, work has 
continued on a number of infrastructural development projects which when 
completed, would go a long way towards solving some of the problems of the 
University in terms of lecture and office space, staff and student accommodation, 
and recreational facilities. Listed below are the major projects currently being 
undertaken: 
ITEM PROJECT COMPLETION SOURCE OF CONTRACTOR 
STATUS FUNDING 
I. ExtenSion to the 65% GETFund Krane Construction Ltd. 
Balme Library 
2. Sports Complex 1 98% GETFund Antartic Construction 
(Gymnasium & Works Ltd. 
Swimming Pool 
3. Sports Complex II 75% GETFund Consar Ltd. 
(Stadium 1) 
4. Multi Purpose Facility 35% GETFund Miscat Ltd. 
for the School of 
Performing Arts 
5. University of Ghana 75% UG Alumni/ GETFund Dumakwae Ltd. 
Alumni Offices 
6. Conversion of garages Completed UG Akabi Contract Works 
into offices for the 
Department of 
Oceanography 
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7. Volta Hall Women's 75% Volta Hall Kuottam Construction 
Resource Centre Alumni Ltd. 
8. Recreational Completed Mr. Sam Aboah/ Goeson Sculpture Works 
Quadrangle UG 
9. Students' Hostel 98% GETFund Willicann Ltd. 
at Korle-Bu 
10. School of Public 85% GETFund Lemet Ltd. 
Health Building 
II. LECIA Building 90% Min. of Foreign Energo Project Ghana 
Affairs 
12. Water Augmenta- Completed UG/Jesus Physical Development 
tion Project Christ of Latter and Municipal Services 
Day Saints Directorate UG- (Water 
Church and Electrical Sections) 
13. Lecture/Examina- 48% GeB ConsarLtd. 
tion Hall 
14. School of Allied 25% GETFund /MOH Lemet Ltd. 
Health Sciences 
15. Legon-GIMPA Road 60% Urban Roads This and That 187 
Drains Dept. Construction Works 
A Staff Development and Learning Resource Centre for the University. built with 
assistance from the Carnegie Corporation. was commissioned last year. and has 
started operating. The Centre is to boost capacity development in the University. 
by training faculty and administrators in current trends in teaching. research 
and report writing. The Campus Information Centre. located close to the main 
entrance to the University. has also been commissioned. and serves as a point 
for information and communication between the University community and the 
public. 
Mr. Chairman. the University Is embarking on a number of new projects. including 
a 240 bed annex to Mensah Sarbah Hall. a new laboratory complex for the Physics 
Department. an office block for the International Programmes office. new buildings 
for the Faculties of Engineering Sciences and Arts. new lecture halls for the 
Accra City Campus. and the construction of ·comfort zones" at strategiC locations 
on the main campus. Others are the upgrade of electrical systems in Akuafo and 
Mensah Sarbah Halls. rehabilitation and expansion works at the Guest Centre 
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kitchens, an extension to the Economics Department buildings, the completion 
of work on the new Law Faculty building, and a link road from this building to the 
Frank Torto building. 
Contracts will be awarded soon for the construction of: a student hostel complex 
near Jubilee Hall, Phase 2 of the stadium project, a Central Science laboratory, 
the ISSER conference hall, and the refurbishment of the Great Hall. 
I wish to acknowledge the generous support received from GETFund and numerous 
other benefactors, both corporate and individual. which have been of immense 
help in addressing the myriad of problems facing the University. 
Of particular concern has been the lack of on-campus housing for both staff and 
students. Available data indicates that only about 33 per cent of the student 
population is accommodated on campus. While the University works at solving 
this problem, by putting up more hostels on campus, and by leasing land to private 
investors to build hostels, it also supports private hostels located off-campus. A 
number of these hostels, which have been registered with the University, are 
advertised on the University's website and in the 'Legon Shelter' a newsletter 
published by the Housing Committee. We recommend that students deal only 
with these registered hostels, whose facilities have been inspected and found to 
be of an acceptable standard. 
Support for Students 
Mr. Chairman, the Students Financial Aid Office (SFAO) was established in August 
2005 to among other things engage in sustainable fund-raising efforts to assist 
needy but bright students. The Office identifies students, who, without such 
assistance may not have been able to easily access university education or meet 
their educational expenses at this University. 
Over the past year the SFAO has sought to raise funds through appeals to 
organisations and individuals. The following have graciously responded to appeals 
for support: 
Fidelity Bank Limited 
Barc1ays Bank Ghana Limited 
HFC Bank Ghana Ltd 
Ghana Reinsurance Company 
The Trust Bank Limited 
and Legon Interdenominational Church 
It is worthy to note that many organisations and individuals had in the years 
prior to the setting up of the SFAO, also contributed to the University's Needy 
Students' Fund. 
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Since the office was set up. it has processed and awarded scholarships to about 
350 students and disbursed over ¢ Ibillion cedis. The Office also offers assistance 
by recommending students with financial problems to pay fees in installments 
spread over the academic year. Some 300 students have benefited from this 
arrangement in the period under review. 
Total scholarships disbursed grew from about ¢l21million in the 2005-2006 
academic year to about ¢900million in the 2006-2007 academic year. 
The office is also pursuing part time on-campus job opportunities for students to 
ease their financial burden. 
The University has instituted a scheme that awards scholarships equivalent to 
the academic facilities user fees (AFUF) for some students admitted from less 
endowed schools. The University through this scheme. assisted 263 students in 
the 2004/2005 academic year. 162 in 2005/2006 and 153 students in 2006/ 
2007. To date. a total of 578 students have benefited from this scheme and have 
received over ¢455m in fee waivers. 
For the first time. GETFund in 2006. through the Scholarships Secretariat. 
extended assistance to public tertiary institutions for needy but brilliant students. 
The University has received ¢900 million in this regard. 
The University continues to receive funding from individuals and organizations 
for the sponsorship of scholarships and academic prizes. At present. we have a 
total of 30 such prizes for various categories of continuing and graduating students. 
I encourage others to join in this noble venture. which serves as encouragement 
to students to work hard to excel in their various courses. 
Executive Committee has recommended the setting up of assistance schemes 
based entirely on academic merit. to work alongside the need-based ones. The 
thinking behind this is to encourage excellence and competition in all of our 
students and to reward them for exceptional academic work. 
Donations to the University 
The University continues to receive donations from benevolent individuals and 
organizations. which go a long way towards providing much needed funding and 
eqUipment for carrying out our core business. The most recent donations are as 
follows: 
Donor Item/Amount Recipient 
Ghana Reinsurance ¢50.000.000 Needy Students' Fund 
Company 
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Dr. And Mrs. Tawiah-Boateng Books on various Science Faculty of SCience 
Dept. of English. Augustine disciplines valued a 
College. Illinois. USA t$30.000 
ECOBANK Ghana Limited LCD projector Botany Department 
Mr. Michael Flowers. Meridian Laboratory Physical Development & 
4 Copthall House. UK Municipal Services Directorate 
Professor Kwadwo Asenso- Trophy to be used as a prize Sports Directorate 
Okyere for annual inter-halls foot-
ball competition 
Professor Kwadwo Asenso- Trophy as prize for annual Commonwealth Hall 
Okyere competitive events 
World Vision (Ghana) Collection of 1. 186 Faculty of Engineering 
assorted books Sciences 
Family of late Justice Austin Assorted Law books. Faculty of Law 
N. E. Arnissah (one time journals. reports and 
Dean. Faculty of Law) periodicals 
Mr. Atta Kofi Mensah (Italy) 1000 baseball caps Sports Directorate 
Fidelity Discount House ¢20.000.000 Needy Students Fund 
Barclays Bank Limited ¢lOO.OOO.OOO Needy Students Fund 
Dr. T. L. Osborn 24 Volumes of his Anthology University of Ghana 
Ministry of Education Quantity of microscopes Faculty of Science 
and Sports 
American Public Health Collection of books on College of Health 
Association Public Health. Nursing and Sciences 
Medicine 
GETFund ¢ 1 billion Needy Students' Fund 
Legon Inter-denominational ¢ 10.000.000 Needy Students' Fund 
Church 
The Trust Bank ¢ 100 million Needy Students' Fund 
University of Ghana Alumni Association 
Mr. Chairman. the University has about seventy thousand alumni. many of whom 
are registered members of our vibrant Alumni Association. which is supporting 
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the University in diverse ways. The network of alumni around the world is working 
to assist in the development of the University. and to sustain the University's 
positive image. In this spirit. in November last year. as part of the Alumni Week 
celebrations. Mrs. Stephanie Baeta-Ansah. an alumna ofthe University. delivered 
the 2006 Alumni Lecture on the topic: The Challenges and Rewards oj Financing 
Housing in Ghana. Another alumna. Dr. Mokowa Blay Adu-Gyamfi. who is Ghana's 
High Commissioner to Sierra Leone. recently handed over a borehole project to 
the University. to augment water supply on campus. Funds for this were raised 
from donations by Ghanaian peacekeepers in Sierra J"eone. I hope that other 
alumni will take up the challenge and give a little back to the institution which 
helped make them what they are today. 
The Alumni Office is currently working on a database to capture details of all 
alumni to ensure a mutual lifelong relationship. While wishing you success as 
you leave the University. I urge you to register with the Alumni Association. 
come back to the University when you can. and continue to feel a part of the 
University. your alma mater. 
With generous assistance from GETFund. the Alumni Association has initiated 
the construction of an Alumni Centre. which is now about 70 percent complete. 
The Centre, when completed. will house the Alumni Association's Secretariat. 
as well as the University's Alumni Office. It will have two conference rooms. a 
number of guest rooms. a gift shop. a banking hall. and a large courtyard, and I 
look forward to the centre becoming the hub for offiCial alumni business. as well 
as for the private social functions of alumni. 
Visit To University by H.E. Sir Quett Masire 
The University was recently privileged to have as its guest. His Excellency Sir 
Quett Ketumile Joni Masire. President of Botswana from 1980 to 1998. The former 
president undertook a four day residency at the University under the auspices of 
the African Presidential Archives and Research Center (APARC) Programme. 
coordinated by Boston University, of which the University of Ghana is an affiliate 
institution. The APARC Programme seeks to promote intercontinental dialogue 
and to demonstrate to current African leaders the contributions they can make 
as statesmen after leaving office. 
During his residency. Sir Masire delivered a lecture on the topic "Challenges of 
Leadership in 21st Century Africa" to a packed audience. and also had the 
opportunity to interact with both students and staff. It is hoped that this 
collaboration with APARC will continue. and that visits of such African elder 
statesmen will impact positively on the development of the University. 
New Year School 
Mr. Chairman. in January. the University was honoured to have His Excellency 
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the President as its guest at the opening of the 58th New Year School. which was 
one of the first activities of:Ghana's Golden Jubilee celebrations. The School. on 
the theme Ghana at 50. Achievements. Challenges and the Future. brought together 
participants from all walks of life to deliberate on Ghana's progress in the 50 
years since independence, and the way forward for the nation. Discussions at 
the School centered on key national concerns since independence. choices that 
were made, and the consequences of these choices. 
Mr. Chairman. of the various informative discussions that took place at the School, 
perhaps the most relevant to us is that on Education in the last 50 years. The 
study group which treated this topic discussed the key challenges facing the 
education sector. as stated in the 2006/2007 budget statement as: 
Increasing access to and participation in education and training at all levels 
Bridging gender gaps in access to education 
Improving quality of teaching and learning at all levels 
Improving efficiency in the delivery of education services 
Promoting science and technology education at all levels with particular 
attention on the increase in the participation of girls. and 
Enhancing infrastructural development at all levels. 
Mr. Chairman. it is my hope that the summary of discussions on this and other 
topics treated during the New Year School will assist in the fornlUlation of policy 
on education. and assist in achieving the development goals of the nation. 
Visitation of the University 
Mr. Chairman. the' University Council last year called for a visitation of the 
University. to enable a critical assessment of the University's activities. 
achievements and shortcomings and to prescribe the way forward. A secretariat. 
manned by Mr. G. F. Daniel, former Registrar. is being set up. and is expected to 
take shape within the next few weeks, Sir John Daniel, President of the 
Commonwealth of Learning. has accepted to be Chairman of the Visitation Team. 
with Professor Akilakpa Sawyerr. a former Vice-Chancellor. as Vice-Chairman. 
The team will be made up of eminent persoI)alities both local and foreign. from 
business and academia. 
To facilitate the work of the Visitation Team. the various segments of the 
University's Strategic Plan are being reviewed in order to give the Team a sense 
of what has been achieved so far and what more can be done. It is our hope that 
by the end of the visitation, we will see our way clearer to implement much 
needed change in the running of the University. which will hopefully improve 
our teaching and research and enable us to produce even better quality students. 
who will contribute their quota to national development. 
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University's 60th Anniversary 
Mr. Chainnan. even as we continue to celebrate 50 years of national independence. 
let me take us ahead to next year. 2008. when the University of Ghana will be 
celebrating its 60th anniversary as a full fledged University. A planning committee 
is in place to draw up appropriate programmes for the event. and I invite all to 
take part in activities lined up for this land mark anniversary. 
Security Issues 
The University campus has recently been hit by a spate of anned robberies and 
attacks. which have struck fear into students. staff and their families. 
Management is taking steps to secure the campus. and to ensure that these 
attacks are stopped. 
Mr. Chainnan. we have augmented the top hierarchy of the Security Service by 
the appointment of an experienced senior police officer who will head the service. 
and with the assistance of the Security Committee. new routines are being drawn 
up to ensure the security of persons and property on the University of Ghana 
campus. I would entreat all of us to comply with these new routines. and to bear 
with any inconveniences which they might create. We must also be extra vigilant. 
and take the necessary extra steps to ensure the safety of ourselves and our 
properties. 
Disciplinary Matters 
Mr. Chainnan. the question of discipline is also very worrying. The University's 
motto IntegriProcedamus (progress with integrity) is unfortunately. being impugned. 
We have had situations in the recent past. with students. and indeed some 
members of staff. involved in acts which tarnish the image of the University. and 
indeed bring into question the systems which govern the running of the University. 
I entreat all who have anything to do with the University. to do all they can to 
abide by our rules and regulations. We will continue to work towards upholding 
the interest of the University. and re-building the esteem in which we have been 
held over the years. by both our foreign and local publics. This cannot be done by 
an individual, but needs the conscious effort of all of us: management. staff. 
students. alumni. government and parents alike. Let us put our shoulders to the 
grindstone and put the glory back into the University of Ghana. Together we can 
do it, and posterity will remember us for the effort we put into this task. 
Well wishes to Graduands 
Let me once again congratulate our graduating class. You have fought the good 
fight, you have won the race. but let this be just the beginning of your journey in 
life. There are a whole lot of opportunities out there in the wider world. but there 
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are also pitfalls. I challenge you to make your mark wherever you might find 
yourself, and to use the education and training you have received in the University 
of Ghana as the stepping stone to propel you to even greater heights. This training 
should see you through any problems you might encounter in the world of work. 
Let all you come into contact with have no doubt in their minds that you are a 
graduate of the premier University of Ghana. 
To your parents and guardians. I say 'Ayekoo'. Our graduands could not have 
made it without your emotional, financial and physical support, often with great 
personal sacrifice. I pray that each and every one of you will be richly blessed and 
will live to reap the benefits of your investment. 
I wish you all well, and may God bless us all. 
Thank you. 
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COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER 
SCIENCES 
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS AND 
AGRIBUSINESS 
OVERVIEW 
The Department teaches courses in Agricultural Economics. Agribusiness. and 
Agricultural Administration. Some programmes are offered jointly with other 
departments. particularly the Department of Economics. The programmes offered 
by the Department include the following: 
M.Phil. and Ph.D in Agricultural Economics 
Masters and M.Phil. in Agricultural Administration 
M. Phil in Agribusiness 
Four-Year B.Sc. (Hons) degree in Agriculture with specialisations in 
Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness 
The Department also teaches courses for the Sandwich Diploma programmes 
and Level 100.200 and 300 of the degree programme. 
STUDENTS NUMBERS 
Level 400 69 
Graduates 54 
PhD 3 
STAFF STRENGTH 
Senior Members 
Dr. (Mrs.) Ramatu M. AI-Hassan Snr. Lecturer and Head of Department 
Dr. D. B. Sarpong Snr. Lecturer 
Rev. Dr S. Asuming-Brempong Snr. Lecturer 
Dr. A. Mensah-Bonsu Lecturer 
Dr. E. K. Andah Snr. Lecturer (Part-Time) 
Dr GeorgeT-M. Kwadzo Lecturer (on leave of absence) 
Mr. K. Yerfi Fosu Lecturer 
Mr. D. P. K. Amegashie Lecturer 
Dr. (Mrs.) Irene S. Egyir Lecturer 
Dr. Y.B. Osei-Asare Lecturer 
Mr. V.O. Asante Lecturer (on study leave) 
Mr. K. O. Baah Snr. Lecturer (On secondment to Ministry of Food 
and Agriculture) 
Mr. John B.D. Jatoe Lecturer (on study leave) 
Senior and Junior staff 
Emelda A. Akotoye Snr. Administrative Asst. 
F.BDadson Snr. Research Assistant (Retired in June) 
Peace E. Ntumy Clerk Grade I 
Grace Nyarko Clerk Grade II 
Reindorf Darkoh Jnr. Library Assistant Grade III 
Davies A. Asagmi Cleaner /Messenger 
RESEARCH 
AI-Hassan, R. M. 
Market Surveys and sub sector analysis of vegetable production in West Mrica: 
farmers' and consumers' awareness of pesticides risks and willingness to 
produce and consume organiC vegetables. Research in collaboration with. a) 
the International Institute of Agriculture. Cotonou. Benin; b) Agricultural 
Research Institute of Togo; and c) Department of Economy. Socio-anthropology 
and Communications. University of Abomey-Calavi. Cotonou. Benin. A three-
year competitive grant awarded by CORAF. 
Land Markets and Productivity. research conducted as part of the Land 
Tenure and Land Policy research managed by ISSER and funded by the USIAD . 
. Linking Farmers to Markets. Research in support of the Ghana Strategy 
Support Programme of the International Food Policy Research Institute 
~egashie,D.P.K. 
An Assessment of Agricultural Sector Performance and Food Security Status 
in Ghana. A Baseline Study Prepared for Ministry of Food and Agriculture. 
Republic of Ghana. (With Dr. G. T- M. Kwadzo and Dr Owuraku Sakyi-Dawson 
- on-going). . 
• Global Review of Rural Community Enterprises (RCEs). Ghana Case (on-going) 
Asuming-Brempong. S. 
Import Surge in Developing Countries: the Case of Ghana. Research done 
in collaboration with FAO. Rome. and Action Aid Int. (Ghana). and funded by 
DFID. UK. 
• Demographic studies of Ghana's Cocoa sector. Research funded by the World 
Cocoa Foundation (WCF). USA. 
Mapping Sustainable Production in Ghanaian Cocoa. A collaborative research 
project between the University of Sussex. UK. and the University of Ghana. 
Legon. and funded by Cadbury's Schweppes. UK. 
Land Markets and Agricultural Productivity in Ghana. Research conducted 
as part of the Land Tenure and Policy Reform Project managed by the Institute 
of Statistical. Social and Economic Research (ISSER). University of Ghana. 
and funded by USAID. Accra. 
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Remedying Institutional Bottlenecks for Agricultural Sector Development 
in Ghana. Research Project funded by the OECD, Paris, France. 
Egyir. I. S. 
Empowering farming communities in Northern Ghana with strategic 
innovations and productive resources in .dryland farming. Savanna 
Agricultural Research Institute. Tamale/Institute of Statistical Social and 
Economic Research. University of Ghana. Legon. May 2004- May 2008. 
Mechanisms and tools for generating and disseminating appropriate local 
content for underprivileged communities in Ghana. May 2005 - May 2007 
Market surveys and sub sector analysis of vegetable production in West Africa: 
farmers' and consumers' awareness of pesticides risks and willingness to 
produce and consume organic vegetable. June, 2005-June 2008 
Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture: Towards a better understanding of low-
income producers organisations in Accra. Food and Agriculture Organisation 
of the UN. October 2005 - November, 2006 
Addressing micronutrient deficiencieS in urban and peri-urban populations 
in West and Central Africa through musa-based foods. HarvestPlus 
International/NIBAP. June 2006 - June 2007. 
Gender Scan of Plan Ghana Northern Districts. AIDEC Consultancies 
International Accra. September - December 2006. 
Kwadzo. G. T-M. 
Johnson, P-N. T, G. T-M. Kwadzo, D. Amegashie. and Y. Agbesi (2006) "Degree 
of awareness about food safety concerns or agenda among food producers 
and consumers in Ghana". Paper presented at the 27th RECA Seminar on 
"Food safety on the international negotiation and the international 
agricultural trade". Held in Tokyo. Japan. 18-28 July 2006. 
Kwadzo. G. T-M .. I. S. Egyir. and W. Amoa-Awua (2005) "Feasibility study on 
organization of supply lines for cassava chips". Report prepared for the roots 
and Tubers Improvement Programme. Ministry of Food and Agriculture. 
• Kwadzo, G. T-M .. O. Sakyi-Dawson, D. P. K. Amegashie (2006) "An assessment 
of agricultural sector performance and food security status in Ghana". Report 
prepared for the Ministry of Food and Agriculture. 
Mensah-Bonsu. A. 
• (With others) Study on Cocoa Replanting and Improved Technology Use in 
Ashanti Region: An Action Based Research Progranune (final year). 
(With Appiah F.) Modelling the Cost Structure of Small Scale Export Oriented 
Vegetable Farms (On-going) 
Linking Farmers to Markets. Research in support of the Ghana Strategy 
Support Programme of the International Food Policy Research Institute (with 
others) 
Osei-Asare. Y. B. 
Productivity ofNERICA in the Rain-fed Upland Ecology. using Cowpea as Green 
Manure. Research Project sponsored through FARA Research Grant. 
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Sarpong. D. B. 
Land Tenure and Environment in Ghana. Research conducted as part of the 
Land Tenure and Policy Reform Project managed by the Institute of 
Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER). University of Ghana. and 
funded by USAID. Accra . (with others) 
Remedying Institutional Bottlenecks for Agricultural Sector Development 
in Ghana. Research Project funded by the OECD. Paris. France. (with others) 
Demographic studies of Ghana's Cocoa sector. Research funded by the World 
Cocoa Foundation (WCF). USA. (with others) 
Household Health and Cocoa Production: A Baseline Survey of Smallholder 
Farming Households in Western Region. Ghana. Center for International 
Health. School of Public Health . Boston University. (with others) 
Conservation of Globally Significant Biodiversity in Cocoa Production 
Landscape in West Africa: Socio-economic Assessments of Six Cocoa Sites 
in the Western Region of Ghana (with others) 
Linking Farmers to Markets. Research in support of the Ghana Strategy 
Support Programme ofthe International Food Policy Research Institute (with 
others) 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Al-Hassan. R. M. 
International Conference on Poverty Reduction. held in Beijing. China 22-
23 May 2006 
Asurning-BreDlpong.S 
Workshop on t11e Development of Agribusiness Capacity in Ghana. University 
of Guelph. Ontario Agricultural College. Guelph. Canada. 7th to 11 th 
November. 2005 (as part of a CIDA funded University of Ghana - University 
of Guelph Agribusiness Project) . 
Inaugural Symposium and Annual General Meeting. Ghana Association of 
Agricultural Economists (GAAE). Cresta Royale Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 30th -
31st March. 2006 
International Conference on the "Impact of Import Surges in Developing 
Countries; Linkages with Special Safeguard Mechanism Debate". jointly 
organized by the Third World Network (TWN) and Action Aid International 
(AAIJ, on 12th to 13th April, 2006. in Geneva. Switzerland. 
UN Workshop on Commodities and the Millennium Development Goals 
(MDGsJ, 28th May - 2nd June. 2006. organized by UNCTAD in Dakar. Senegal. 
Workshop on Collaborative Masters Program in Economics. Nairobi. Kenya. 
organized by the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC). 28 - 30 
June. 2006 
Visiting Scholar. Department of Agricultural Economics . Michigan State 
University. East Lansing. Michigan. USA. from July 3 rd to August 6th • 2006. 
funded under a TALIF Project on AgribUSiness Development at the Department 
of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. University of Ghana. Legon. 
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Egyir. I.S. 
Methodology Workshop on Urban and Peri-urban Agriculture: Towards a better 
understanding of low-income producers' organizations. Food for the Cities 
MultidisCiplinary Area. FAO. Rome. October 15-21. 2005. 
Planning meeting on: "Addressing micronutrient deficiencies in urban and 
peri-urban populations in West and Central Africa through musa-based foods" 
Seme Beach Hotel, Limbe. Camaroon. March 1.2. 2006.' 
Initial meeting to implement the FAO/CACS study on Urban and Peri-urban 
Agriculture: Towards a better understanding of low-income producer 
organizations. ISSER. University of Ghana. Legon. March 15.2006. 
Forum on "Baseline survey of Ekumfi- Atakwa: some preliminary results". 
Ghana Information Network for Knowledge Sharing. Mfantsiman District 
Assembly. Saltpond. March 21.2006. 
• ICED Capacity building programme for local project management team and 
development officers. International Centre for Enterprise and Sustainable 
Development. Accra'. April 10 -28. 2006. 
Validation meeting on: FAO/CACS study on Urban and Peri-urban 
Agriculture: Towards a better understanding of low-income producer 
organizations. ISSER. University of Ghana. Legon. April 26. 2006. 
Capacity building for Teaching and Learning Innovations. University of 
Guelph. Toronto. Canada. May 13-27.2006. 
Capacity Building for strategic development of horticulture and agriculture 
value chains in Sub-Saharan Africa. Ouagadougou. Burkina Faso. December 
11- 16.2006. 
Kwadzo. G. T-M 
Food safety on the international negotiation and the international 
agricultural trade. Held in Tokyo. Japan. 18-28 July 2005 
Mensah-Bonsu. A 
International Conference "Economics of Poverty. Environment and Natural 
Resource Use". 17 - 19 May 2006. Wageningen. The Netherlands. NWO Travel 
Award. 
Training on "OLYMPE Software": Farm Modelling and Simulation Tool, From 
27th February to 3rd March 2006. Accra. Ghana. 
Osei-Asare Y. B. 
Workshop on "Modern Methods of Waste Management in Ghana". Programme 
organised by Goethe-Institute and Riickkehrerbiiro Ghana. April 3-4. 2006 
at Alisa Hotel, Accra. Ghana. 
Sarpong. D. B. 
Akuafo Hall Golden Jubilee Symposium. Teachers Hall. September 13.2005. 
Accra. 
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ECA-UN. Workshop . Capital flows and current account sustainability in 
African economies . Organised by Economic and Social Policy Division (ESPD) . 
M.Plaza Hotel. 21-22 September 2005. Accra 
UNESCO/IDEG National Seminar: 'Nation States and the Challenges of 
Integration in West Africa, the Case of Ghana' . Regency Hotel. Accra. 8th-
9th November, 2005. 
Center for International Health and Development, Boston University / 
Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, University of Ghana. 
A Research Dissemination Workshop: Household Health and Cocoa 
Production in Ghana. M.Plaza Hotel. Accra. November 28 , 2005. 
The Department continued her collaborations with the University of Guelph on 
the CIDA funded University of Ghana - University of Guelph Agribusiness Project 
and on an International Seminar Series on Rural Development. The Seminar 
presentations are made.on-Iine and funded by IDRC. 
WO~SHOP/CONFERENCEPAPERS 
AI-Hassan, R. M. 
AI-Hassan, Ramatu M. (2006), How Vulnerable is Ghana's Agriculture to 
Rainfall Variability? Inter-Facultur lecture. Delivered at K.A. Busia Lecture 
'Hall, University of Ghana. Februrary 13, 2006. 
AI-Hassan, Ramatu M. (2006). Globalisation, Agricultural Trade and the 
Informal Sector. Paper presented as part of the 2006 Merchant Bank-ISSER 
Seminar Series on Globalisation at the British Council Hall . Accra 15th June 
2006-12-04 
AI-Hassan, Ramatu M.and Diao Xinshen (2006) . Reducing Regional 
Disparities in Growth and Poverty Reduction in Ghana: Policy Options and 
Public Investment Implications. Paper presented at the International 
Conference on Poverty Reduction, Hheld in Beijing, China 22-23 May 2006. 
AsUEDiDg-BreDlpong,S 
Asuming-Brempong, S. (2006) . Ghana's post-independence development 
process: what role has agriculture played? Inter-faculty lecture, K. A. Busia 
Lecture hall, Univers ity of Ghana, Legon. February 6, 2006, 
Asuming-Brempong, S. , Y. B. Osei-Asare, H. Anim-Somuah, A. A. Boakye, 
and A. Boakye-Yiadom (2006) . "Agro-Import Surge Study: The Case of Rice 
in Ghana", Paper presented at an International Conference on "Impact of 
Import Surges in Developing Countries; Linkages with Special Safeguard 
Mechanism Debate", jOintly organized by Third World Network OWN) and 
Action Aid International (AAl) , and held on 12th to 13th April 2006. Geneva. 
Switzerland. 
• Asuming-Brempong. S . (2006). "Poverty Reduction Potential of Trade in Live 
Animals and Meat in West Africa" . Paper presented at the UN Workshop on 
Commodities and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), Dakar. 
Senegal. 
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Egyir.l. S. 
Egyir. Irene (2006) . Gender and vulnerable groups in water resources 
management and use . Paper presented at the Capacity building programme 
for local project management team and development officers. International 
Centre for Enterprise and Sustainable Development (ICED) Training Hall. 
April 22-28. 2006. 
Egyir. Irene S. (2006) Food security in Ghana. Paper presented at the 
Capacity building programme for local project management team and 
development officers. International Centre for Enterprise and Sustainable 
Development (ICED) Training Hall. April 10-14.2006. 
Egyir. Irene S. (2006) An overview of agricultural performance in Gbana and 
the GPRSP. Paper presented at 'the Capacity building programme for local 
project management team and development officers. Interna tional Centre 
for Enterprise and Sustainable Development (ICED) Training Hall . April 10-
14. 2006. 
Egyir. Irene S . (2006) An assessment of plantain farmers ' capacity to adapt 
to innovations. Paper presented at 2006 Planning and Coordination meeting. 
HARVESTPLUS Banana and Plantain (INIBAP). Cameroon 
Egyir. Irene S. (2005) . Gender. extension and technology transfer in organiC 
agriculture: performance. constraints and strategies . Paper presented at 
ICED Capacity Building workshop in Tumu. International Centre for 
Enterprise and Sustainable Development, December 2005. 
Egyir. Irene S. (2005). Integrating gender in agricultural extension services. 
Paper presented at International Centre for Enterprise and Sustainable 
Development. September 2005. 
Kwadzo. G.T-M 
Johnson. P-N. T. G. T-M. Kwadzo. D. Amegashie. and Y. Agbesi (2006) "Degree 
of awareness about food safety concerns or agenda among food producers 
and consumers in Ghana". Paper presented at the 27th RECA Seminar on 
-Food safety on the international negptiation and the international 
agricultural trade". Proceeding of AARDO workshop held in Tokyo. Japan. 
18-28 July 2006. 
Mensah-Bonsu A. 
• Mensah-Bonsu. A. and Burger. K. (2006). A Bargaining Model of Migration: 
Getting the Permission of the Farm Household, A Paper Presented at the 
International Conference -Economics of Poverty. Environment and Natural 
Resource Use". 17 - 19 May 2006. Wageningen . The Netherlands. 
Mensah-Bonsu. A. and Burger. K. (2006). Population and Land Use Decision 
for Sustainable Farm Production in Northern Ghana. A Paper from this 
research has been Presented at the International Conference -EconomiCS 
of Poverty. Environment and Natural Resource Use". 17 - 19 May 2006. 
Wageningen. The Netherlands. 
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Sarpong. D.D. 
Ghanaian Fanner. the Backbone of Ghana's Economy. Paper presented at 
Akuafo Hall Golden Jubilee Symposium. Teachers Hall . September 13.2005. 
Accra. 
Ghana's Agricultural Commodity Trade to ECOWAS: Implications and Options 
for Regional Integration, Paper presented at UNESCO/IDEG National 
Seminar: 'Nation States and the Challenges of Integra tion in West Africa, 
the Case of Ghana' , Regency Hotel. Accra. 8 th - 9 th November. 2005. 
PUBLICATIONS 
AI-Hassan. R. M. 
Jatoe. John Baptist D .. Ramatu M. AI-Hassan and Luke N. Abatania (2005) . 
Factors Affecting the Adoption of Improved Sorghum Varieties among Fann 
Households in Northwest Ghana: A Probit Analysis. Ghana Journal of 
Development Studies. Vol. 2 No.1 pages 37-50. 
Asuming -Drempong. S 
Seidu, AI-Hassan. D. B. Sarpong. and S. Asuming-Brempong (2006). 
Smallholder. Rice Fanns in Ghana: An Analysis of Technical Efficiency based 
on different Fanning Systems and Gender. The ICFAI Journal of Agricultural 
Economics, Vol.3 No,3. pp 21-33. 
Asenso-Okyere. K . . S. Asuming-Brempong and D. B. Sarpong (2006). 
Demograp'hic Profile of Cocoa Growing Districts in Ghana. Technical Report 
prepared for the World Cocoa Foundation. USA. 
Asuming-Brempong, S .. D. B. Sarpong and F. Asante (2006). Institutional 
Bottlenecks for Agricultural Sector Development: the Case of Research and 
Extension in Ghana. Technical Report prepared for the OECD, Paris, France. 
Asuming-Brempong, S, Y. B. Osei-Asare and H. Anim-Somuah (2006). Import 
Surge in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Rice, Poultry Meat and 
Tomato Paste in Ghana. Technical Report prepared for FAO, Rome. 
Egyir. I. S. 
Egyir. Irene S. (2006) Mechanisms and tools for generating and disseminating 
local content in underprivileged communities in Ghana: baseline survey of 
Ekumfi-Atakwaa. Mfantsiman district. Study report submitted to the Ghana 
Infonnation Network for Knowledge Sharing GINKS). Accra. 
KwadzoG. T-M 
Kwadzo. G.T-M. (2005) "Household Formation. Housing and Housing 
Conditions" (assisted by Mrs Gifty Gosu). Chapter One of Ghana Population 
Data Analysis Report Vol. 2 . Policy Implications of Population Trends. Pp 1-
67. Published by Ghana Statistical Service. 
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Mensah-Bonsu A. 
Sarpong. D. B .. Ruf. F .. Mensah-Bonsu. A. and Egyir. I. S. Conservation of 
Globally Significant Biodiversity in Cocoa Production Landscape in West Africa: 
Socio-economic Assessments of Six Cocoa Sites in the Western Region of 
Ghana. A Technical Report Prepared for <;:onservation International/UNDP / 
GEF. April 2005 -Sept. 2005. 
Sarpong D.B. 
Sarpong. D. (2004). Policy Options for Smallholders and Trade Liberalization 
in Ghana. in. Dixon. J .. K. Taniguchi. H. Wattenbach and A. Tanyeri-Arbur 
(eds.). Smallholders. globalization and policy analysis. AGSf Occassional Paper 
5. FAO. Rome. 
Sarpong D.B. and V.O. Asante (2005). An assessment of Ghana's food trade 
infrastructure on the food marketing system. in. Kouassi 8.. G. Sirpe and A. 
Gogue (eds.J, Infrastructure de commerce et echanges des produits 
alimentaires. disponibilite. utilization et cOllt en Afrigue de rOuest centrale. 
Editions Karthala. Paris. ISBN 2-84586-696-8. pp 211-236. 
Nyanteng. V.K and Sarpong D.B (2005). The effects of marketing 
infrastructure on informal cross-border food trade: a cross sectional case 
study of Ghana. in. Kouassi B .. G. Sirpe and A. Gogue (eds.J, Infrastructure 
de commerce et echanges des produits alimentaires. disponibilite. utilization 
et cOllt en Afrigue de I'Ouest centrale. Editions Karthala. Paris. ISBN 2-84586-
696-8. pp 237-257. 
• Bruce Larson. S. Asuming-Brempong. D. Sarpong. H. Anim-Somuah. Sydney 
Rosen (2005). Household Health and Cocoa Production: A Baseline Survey of 
Smallholder Farming Households in Western Region. Ghana. Center for 
International Health. School of Public Health. Boston University. 
Al-hassan Seidu. D.B. Sarpongand S. Asuming-Brempong (2006). Smallholder 
Rice Farms in Ghana: An Analysis of Technical Efficiency based on Different 
Farming Systems and Gender. The ICFAl Journal of Agricultural Economics. 
Vol. III No.3. July. pp. 21-33. 
Osei-Asare. Y. B. 
Import Surge and their Effect on Developing Countries: Ghana Case Study-
Rice. Poultry Meat. and Tomato Paste. (forthcoming: FAO publication) (co-
author) 
Import Surge: The case of rice in Ghana (co-author). Prepared for Action Aid 
(Ghana). 
EXTENSION WORK 
AI-Hassan. R. M. 
Member. National Advisory Council, of The Hunger Project - Ghana. 
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Amegashie. D. P. K. 
Chairman. College Time Table Committee (CACS) 
Council Member. Mensah Sarbah Hall Council 
Member. ISSER Management Board 
Module Preparation for the training of street food vendors in Ghana. Funded 
by the Departmcnt for International Development (DfiD) under Crop Post 
Harvest Research Programme (CPHP). Team member 
Asuming-Brempong S. 
Member of the Board of Governors. St John Grammar School. Achimota. Accra. 
External Examiner. Faculty of Agriculture Education. University of Education. 
Winneba (Mampong-Ashanti Campus). 
External Examiner. Department of Agricultural Economics. Agribusiness and 
Extension. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUSn. 
Kumasi. Ghana. 
External Examiner. The Collaborative Masters Program in Agricultural and 
Applied Economics (CMAAE) in Eastern. Central and Southern Africa. Nairobi. 
Kenya. 
MeQsah-Bonsu A. 
Member .. Editorial Boarij. NARS Newsletter. Published quarterly by 
Agriculture. Forestry and Fisheries Sector of the Council for SCientific and 
Industrial Research (CSIR), Ghana. 2005 - Up to date. 
• The Livestock and Poultry Industry: Challenges in the Liberalised Economy. 
Paper Presented at the 31 >l Annual General Meeting of the Ghana Veterinary 
Medical Association. November 10. 2005. Ho. Ghana. 
Sarpong D.B. 
Tutor. Akuafo Hall. University of Ghana 
Technical Advisory Committee ofGHANAlNFO DATABASE. Statistical Service. 
May-July 2006. Member 
• The DFID Plant Sciences Research Programme. UK. Impact Assessment of 
Rice PartiCipatory Varietal Selection Programme in Ghana. December 2005-
March 2006. Team Leader 
• World Cocoa Foundation. Demographic Profile of Cocoa-Growing Districts in 
Ghana (2006). With K. Asenso-Okyere and S. Asuming Brempong. January-
April. Team Member 
The World Bank. Preparatory work in support of the application of a Cost-
Benefit Framework to support pro-SLM decision making in Ghana. April-
July 2006. Environmental Economist/Economic Valuation Expert 
Osei-Asare Y. B. 
• Heifer International (HI) beneficiary end of project evaluation. June - July 
2005. (Team member). 
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Agricultural Extension continues to provide quality teaching. 
research and extension in human resource and organisational development for 
agricultural and rural development, and poverty reduction. The Department's 
teaching. research. and extension activities is generally driven by current 
developmental trends and issues including the UN Millennium Development Goals. 
the Ghana Poverty Reduction Strategy. Food Security Issues. Land and Forest 
Degradation. Decentralisation. gender and development and Rural and Agriculture 
Finance. Emerging issues in the delivery and finance of agricultural extension 
'worldwide such as Cost-Sharing. Privatisation. Participatory Approaches to Rural 
Development. Strengthening Farmer-Based Organisations. Convergence of 
Scientific and Local Knowledge. and Training of Trainers have also been 
instrumental in dictating the research focus of the department. 
Currently the department is playing a coordinating role in three multi-diSCiplinary 
and multi-institutional projects namely 'Convergence of Sciences: Inclusive 
Technology Innovation Processes for better Integrated Crop and Soil Management' 
(CoS): 'Enhancing Child Nutrition through Animal Source Food' (ENAM). and 
'Innovations and Farmers' Knowledge to Improve forest Ecosystems Management 
in western and Central Africa'. (CFEM Project). The department is also playing a 
participatory role in another multi-disciplinary and multi-institutional project 
entitled 'Development of the small and medium scale enterprises sector producing 
cassava based products to meet emer@ng urban demand in West Africa' (CASSAVA-
SMEs). These four Projects are the present main research focus of the department. 
The collaborating institutions, objectives and goals of the four projects are as 
follows: 
COS Project 
The Convergence of SCiences (CoS) project is a joint initiative of the University 
of Ghana. Legon. the University of Abomey-Calavi. Benin and the Wageningen 
University. the Netherlands. The Project Coordinator in Ghana is Dr. Owuraku 
Sakyi-Dawson of the Department of Agricultural Extension. Legon. The goal of 
the project is to develop a coherent theory-informed practice for interactive 
SCience in which the situation-improvement roles of different actors (farmer. 
extension. and research organisations. NGOs. policy makers. private enterprises. 
consumers etc) become mutually agreed and defined. 
ENAM Project: 
The Collaborating Institutions for this project are Iowa State University. Ames. 
Iowa. and University of Ghana. Legon. Ghana. The Project Coordinator in Ghana 
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is Dr. Owuraku Sakyi-Dawson of the Department of Agricultural Extension. Legon. 
The objectives of the project are to: augment regional research and development 
capacity; increase sub-Saharan Africa collaboration; and improve the nutritional 
status of children in sub-Saharan Africa by enhancing the availability. 
accessibility. and utilization of animal source foods (ASF) 
CFEM Project: 
The collaborating institutions of this project are University of Ghana. Legon. 
Universite de Dschang. faculte d' Agronomie et des Sciences Agricoles. Cameroon. 
Service National de la Promotion Rurale et de la Vulgarisation. Guinea. and Centre 
dee Cooperation Intemationale en Recherche Agronomique (ClRAD), France. The 
Project Coordinator in Ghana is Dr. E.E. Ackah-Nyamike Jnr. of the Department 
of Agricultural Extension. Legon The main objective is to improve the sustainable 
management of cultivated ecosystems in the humid forest zone through a set of 
methods of advice and participatory learning of producers. by identifying. 
supporting and capitalization of farmers' innovations. 
CASSAVASMEs Project 
The collaborating institutions of this project are the Natural Resources Institute. 
United Kingdom; University of Agriculture. Abeokuta. Nigeria; Department of 
Agricultural Extension. University of Ghana. Legon; Food Research Institute. 
Accra. Ghana; Feed and Flour Limited. Accra. Ghana; and Institute of Advanced 
Studies. Vienna. Austria. The Department of Agricultural Extension is represented 
by Dr. P.B. Atengdem. The objectives of the project are to: assess contribution of 
current cassava processing systems to livelihoods of producers and processors; 
evaluate the impact of SME development on livelihoods of traditional processors; 
analyse the implications of various options for commercialisation on livelihoods 
of producers and processors; and evaluate impact of commercialisation on the 
poor. The project is partly funding and supporting Mr Jonathan Anaglo. a lecturer 
in the Department of Agricultural ExtenSion. on a sandwich PhD programme. 
Post Graduate Research 
The department supervised a number of postgraduate research work during the 
2005/2006 academic year. The theses areas focused on a wide range of issues. 
but invariably informed by developmental trends related to Poverty Reduction. 
Food Security. Land and Forest Degradation. Decentralisation. gender and 
development and Rural and Agriculture Finance. Training of Trainers. 
Strengthening Farmer-Based Organisations. and Convergence of Scientific and 
Local Knowledge. 
Improving Teaching and Learning 
To stay abreast with current trends. the department is in the process of developing 
a proposal for a change of name to reflect the course components of its programmes 
particularly at the post-graduate level. This is intended to pave the way for the 
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admission of applicants irrespective of their technical background who require 
knowledge, skills and attitude in extension science as part of their career 
development, This initiative is underpinned by our conviction that basic extension 
principles and concepts can be taught without necessarily focusing on any 
particular technical area, as is being done now. 
The department submitted a proposal to the Teaching and Learning Innovation 
Fund (TALIF) for the establishment of an 'Extension Laboratory' (assembling state 
of the art audio' visual equipment) and the initiation of a Supervised Experiential 
Learning Project all in a bid to place appreciable emphasis on the practical 
component of the department's programmes. Although the department's 
application was successful on a second attempt. we have been informed tha:t the 
funds available for the programme is inadequate 'hence our department cannot 
be supported 
COURSES OFFERED 
The department offered courses at the BSc, M.Agric. and M,Phil. levels. Courses 
offered at the BSc. level, all of which are core. are Fundamentals of ExtenSion 
(level 100), Methods and Approaches in Extension (level 200), Development 
Communication (level 200), Extension Programme Development and 
Implementation (level 300). and Extension Experience (level 400). 
M.Agric. and M.Phil. students take core and ele~tive courses in the first year. 
The core courses are Theoretical Foundations of Extension. Statistics for 
Development. ExtenSion Programme Development. Management and 
Organisations in Development. Research Methods. Extension Methods. 
Comparative Extension Systems. Communication in Extension, Rural Sociology. 
The elective courses are Education and Training. Design and Production of Media 
for ExtenSion Training, Topical Issues in Extension and Rural Development. Gender 
Planning and Development. Microfinance and Micro-Enterprise Development. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 200 176 
Level 300 156 
Level 400 161 
M.Agric. 6 
M.Phil. 5 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was 
5 lecturers 
Dr. Owuraku Sakyi-Dawson 
Dr: Paschal B. Atengdem 
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Dr. Edward E. Ackah-Nyamike Jnr. 
Mr. Seth D. Boateng (Study Leave) 
Mr. Jonathan N. Anaglo 
Senior Staff 
Mrs. Zenabu Petula Kobatu - Senior Administrative 
Junior Staff 
Mr. KofiAdu Driver Grade One 
Mrs Beatrice Tawiah Senior Typist 
Mr. Frank Kumador Messenger / Cleaner 
RESEARCH 
Sakyi-Dilwson, O. 
Convergence of Sciences Research Project: Inclusive Technology Innovation 
P~ocesses for better Integrated Crop and Soil Management (INREF /DGIS/ 
FAOfunded) 
Enhancing Animal Source Foods in Children's Diets in Africa (ENAM) Project 
(GL-CRSP funded) 
, Ackah-Nyamike Jnr, E.E. 
• 'Innovations and Farmers' Knowledge to Improve forest Ecosystems 
Management in western and Central Africa', (CFEM Project) . 
FAO/CACS study on Urban and Peri-Urban agriculture: Towards a better 
understanding of low income producer organisations 
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES 
Ackah-Nyamike Jnr., E .E. 
Baseline Survey of Allowuley. Jomoro District as part of Town Development 
Programme (June - September. 2005) 
• Main discussant on Agroscope. a live Radio Universe discussion on the topic 
The prospect of Extension programmes to the degree holder and the Ghanaian 
economy' on October 26, 2005 
Participation in Research-Extension Farmer Linkage Committee (RELC) 
Meeting - Dangme West District - on December 15th 2005 
Training in Extension Methodology for staff of District Agricultural 
Development Unit. Dangme West District on 6 t h April 2006 
PUBLICATIONS 
Sakyi-Dawson, O. 
Donnon. E.N.A.. Van Huis. A. . Leeuwis. C., Obeng-Ofori. D. and Sakyi-Dawson. 
O. (2005). Causes oflow productivity in cocoa in Ghana: fanners' perspectives 
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and insights from research and the socio-political establishment. NJAS, 52: 
237-259 
Adjei-Nsiah, S,. Leeuwis, C., Giller, K.E., Sakyi-Dawson, 0., Cobbina, J., 
Kuyper. T.W., Abekoe, M. and van der Werf W. (2005). Land Tenure and 
differential soil fertility management practices among native and migrant 
farmers in Wenchi, Ghana: Implications for interdisciplinary action research. 
NJAS, 52:331-348 
Nederlof, E.S" Tossou, R, Sakyi-Dawson, 0., and Kossou D.K. 2005. Grounding 
agricultural Research in small scale farmers' needs: a comparative analyses 
of diagnostic studies in Ghana and Benin 
• Hounkonnou, D., Kossou D.K., Kuyper, T.W., Leeuwis, C., Richards. C., Rolling 
N.G. Sakyi-Dawson, 0, and van Huis, a. 2005. Convergence of sciences: the 
management of agricultural research for small-scale farmers in Benin and 
Ghana. NJAS 53 (3/4) 343-367. 
Colecraft, E., Marquis,G.S., Aryeetey R, Sakyi-Dawson, Lartey, A., Ahunu. 
B .. and Canacoo, E. 2006. Constraints on the use of animal source food for 
children in Ghana: a participatory rapid appraisal approach. Ecology of food 
and Nutrition EFN 45: 351-377 
CONFERENCE. SEMINAR. WORKSHOPS/SYMPOSIA 
Sakyi-Dawson. O. 
• Convergence of Sciences: creating innovation systems with farmers. 
Proceedings of the 1 st International workshop of the Convergence of Sciences 
(CoS) project. Elmina Beach Resort Hotel, Elmina, Ghana, October 25th -
28th. 236pp 
Ackah-Nyamike Jnr., E.E. 
• Interfaculty Lecture on 'Worldwide Agricultural Extension Reforms: Is Ghana 
Falling in Line?' - 10th October 2005, Presidential Initiative Conference 
Hall, University of Ghana, Legon) 
Household Health and Cocoa Production in Ghana. A research dissemination 
Workshop. 28th November 2005. MPLAZA Hotel. 
Five-day Training Workshop on 'Olympe Software' farm Modelling and 
Simulation Tool 27th February - 3rd March 2006 
2nd African Rural and Agricultural Credit Association (AFRACA) Agricultural 
Banks Forum on the Theme: Enhancing the role and effect of financial service 
providers in agricultural finance in Africa 19th - 21st July 2006, MPLAZA 
Hotel 
Anaglo, J.N. 
Workshop on 'Cassava Small and Medium Scale Enterprises', 17 - 18 may 
2006, Chatham, U.K. 
Seminar on 'Poverty and Marginalisation'. University of Reading, 19th May 
UK 
Workshop on 'TheSis Writing' 31st May - 1st June 2006, Liverpool UK 
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DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department represents a team of lecturers from the academic disciplines of 
Animal Breeding and Genetics. Animal Nutrition and Grassland Management. 
Meat Science and Technology. Reproductive and EnVironmental Physiology. Animal 
BehaViour. Veterinary Pathology. Animal Molecular Genetics. and Veterinary. 
Microbiology and Immunology. This amalgamation of scientists encourages 
interdisciplinary research and conducive enVironment for both undergraduate 
and graduate training. 
During the 2005/2006 academic year the Department of Animal SCience. in line 
with its objective to produce high caliber of Animal Scientists. execute mission-
oriented and demand-driven research and disseminate research findings as well 
as transfer technology to farmers . continued to proVide Teaching. Research and 
Extension SerVices. These were done within the constraints of increased student 
numbers. limited resources and ageing lecturers. Large class sizes. especially at 
'ievels 100. 200 and 300 continued to be the bane of effective delivery of practical 
courses. Transportation of students for farm visits suffered the most. These 
problems notwithstanding. seminars. tutorials. field and laboratory practical 
training formed important components of the teaching programme. Prof. Ahunu 
continued to head the Department. Prof. Anna Barnes was appOinted as the Ag. 
Provost of the newly created College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences (CACS) . 
Prof. Awotwi was the Vice Dean. Faculty of Research and Graduate Studies and 
the Undergraduate Academic adVisor for the Department. Dr. Amaning-Kwarteng 
was the Department's Examination Officer and Co-coordinator for Seminars. At 
the time ofwrtting this report Prof. Ahunu had been appOinted the provost for the 
College with Dr. Amaning-Kwarteng assuming the headship of the Department 
and Dr. Kayang serving as the Department's Examination Officer. Other senior 
members served on several Boards and Committees within the College. the 
University and outside the University. The Meat Science Laboratory. the 
Veterinary Clinic and the Nutrition Laboratory continued to proVide serVices to 
both the University community and customers in the University enVirons. The 
three Units also generated income to the Department. They will. however. need 
re-capitalization to achieve their full potential at income generation. 
TEACHING 
During the year under review. the Department offered high-quality and 
challenging undergraduate and graduate courses leading to MPhll and Ph .D 
degrees in Animal Breeding. Nutrition. Pasture and Range Management. 
Microbiology. Immunology and PhySiology. 
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June 2005 marked the start of a 3-year Diploma programme which was run during 
the long vacation in a modular form. The Year one programme lasted 12 weeks. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 100 168 
Level 400 175 
Level 300 145 
Level 400 20 
MPhil 5 
Ph.D 5 
Year I Diploma 84 
STAFFING POSITION 
The size of the teaching staff need to be augmented. Even though the Department 
has establishment of 14 lecturers only 8 lecturers were at post. two of whom (Prof. 
Anna Barnes and Prof. B. Awumbila) were on post-retirement contract. Five of 
the remaining lecturers were above the age of 55. With high student numbers. 
new courses introduced and greater administrative demand on. lecturers there 
is the need to engage young lecturers. The University has advertised for lecturers 
in the areas of Monogastric Nutrition. Physiology. Meat Science and Technology. 
Pasture and Grassland Management and Micro-livestock. 
Prof. B.K. Ahunu was. during the year under review. promoted to a full Professor. 
Miss G.S. Aboagye went on one year Sabbatical leave and was also promoted to 
Associate Professor. Dr. K.G. Aning ( a Veterinary Surgeon) was appointed as an 
Associate Professor and Dr. B.B. Kayang promoted to a Senior Lecturer. The 
Department continued to engage the support of our colleagues Research Officers 
from the Agricultural Research Centre (ARS). Legon. Staff of the Animal Science 
Department also provided service courses to the Departments of Home Science 
and Zoology as well as handled some College courses. One Senior Staff (Mr. Azanu) 
went on retirement. 
The breakdown of staff was as follows: 
1 full Professor 
5 Associate Professors 
2 Senior Lecturers 
2 Part-time lecturers from ARC - Legon 
6 Senior Staff 
6 Junior Staff (l temporary) 
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RESEARCH PROJECTS 
The teaching staff. in collaboration with students. was engaged in research 
activities. during the year under review in the areas of:Animal Breeding. Animal 
Physiology. Nutrition. Biotechnology. Veterinary Pa\rasitology. Meat Science and 
Microlivestock Production. Individual Senior Members continued their research 
in the following areas: 
Ahunu.B.K. 
Analysis of sheep production records at ARC - Kade 
The contribution of animal rearing to household food security in the Dodowa 
District of Greater Accra. Region. 
Micro livestock in Ghana: Husbandry and Economics of Producdtion in 
Southern Ghana (Eastern. Ashanti and Brong Ahafo). 
Amaning-Kwarteng. K. 
Effect of breed and mode of heating on the Macro elements concentration in 
milk and milk products. 
Mineral element (Macro & Trace) status of animal feed fed on-Station and 
on-Farm. 
Small Ruminant Production in Ghana: Factors affecting production and 
marketing among small-scale farmers in the Coastal Zone. 
On-farm studies on the use of Urea-molasses - Block as a multinutrient 
dry-seasons feed supplement for cattle. 
Nutritional effect on embryo survival and efficiency of reproduction in the 
grasscutter (Thrynomys swinderianus). 
Awotwi. E.K. 
The use of bovine colostrums as a source ofimmunoglobvulins (lg) for lambs. 
The effect of season on the nutrient composition of bovine colostrums. 
Factors that affect the sex ration of grasscutters. 
Peri parturient behaviour of Ashanti Black Sows. 
Awumbila. B. 
Endo-prarasites of the Grasscutter (Tluyonomys swinderianus) in selected 
areas of Southern Ghana. 
Assessment of integrated disease surveillance in the Assin North District. 
Bames.A.R. 
• Delineation of the normal microflora of the skin and gastrointestinal tract 
of the grasscutter (Tluyonomys swinderianus). 
Kayang. B.B. 
Characterization of local chickens in Ghana. 
The effect of supplementation of " Ronozyme VP", "Ronozyme WX" and "Caplix" 
on the productivity of layers. 
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PUBLICATIONS 
Amaning-Kwarteng. K. 
Oddoye. E.A.K.. AMANING-KWARTENG. K.. Awotwi. E.K. and Fleischer. J.E. 
(2005. In sacco degradation of grass hay and rumen characteristics in sheep 
fed urea-ammoniated rice straw. Fed urea-ammoniated rice straw. Bull. 
Anim. Hlth. Prodc. Mr. 53. 113-123. 
Awotwi. E.K. 
• Glover. RL.. AWOlWI. E.K.. Awumbila. B. and Oppong-Anane. K. (2006. The 
use of bovine colostrums as a source of immunoglobulin (ID) for lambs. Bull. 
Anim. Hlth. Prod. Mr. 54: 118-123. 
Oddoye. E.O.K.. Amaning-Kwarteng. K.,'·AWOlWI. E.K. and Fleischer. J.E. 
(2005). In sacco degration of grass ya and rumen characteristics in sheep 
fed urea-ammoniated rice straw or untreated supplemented rice straw. Bull. 
Anim. Hlth. Prod. Mr. 53: 113-123. 
Kayang. B.B. 
Filion V. Inoue-Murayama M. Miwa M .. Leroux S .. Feve F .. Monvoisin. J-L .. 
Pitel F .. Vignoles M .. Mouilhayrat C. Beaumont C .. Ito S .. Minvielle F. and 
Vignal A. (2006). Integrated maps in quail (Cotumixjaponica) confirm the 
high degree of synteny conservation with chicken (Gal/us gallus) despite 35 
million years of divergence. BMC Genomics 7: 10 1-142. 
• Miwa M .. Inoue-Murayama M .. Kobaya\shi N. . KAYANG. B.B .. Mizutani M .. 
Takahashi H .. and Ito S. (2006). Mapping of panda plumage colour locus on 
the misatallite linkage map of the Japanese quail. BMC Genetics 7:2. 
DEPARTMENT OF CROP SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department ran programmes at the Diploma. Bachelors. Masters and 
Doctorate levels. About 35% of the final year B.Sc. Agricultural students specialized 
in Crop Science. The Department coordinated the Post-Harvest Technology 
programme in the School of Agriculture. The Department, in collaboration with 
the Department of Zoology (Faculty of Science) continued to mount the Master of 
Philosophy programme in Entomology under the Mrican Regional Postgraduate 
Programme in Insect Science (ARPPIS). 
Academic staff in the Department participated in collaborative research 
programmes at the national and intemationallevels. In addition. staff continued 
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to carry out their individual research. some of which were with external 
collaborators. Most members of staff were involved in extension work thus 
promoting the image of the University. Most members of the teaching staff also 
attended conferences to present their research findings. interact with scientist 
and renew and/expand their contacts. 
The major problems of the Department continued to be: 
Inadequate space for staff. 
• Inadequate tools and equipment and 
Unavailability of water in the University farm for staff and student research. 
and vegetable production. 
COURSES 
The Department offered courses at the Diploma. BSc .. M.Phil and Ph.D 
levels in the following areas: Entomology. Plant Pathology. Genetics. Plant Breeding. 
Statistics. Plant Physiology. Crop Production/Agronomy. Horticulture. Agro-
forestry. Molecular biology. Molecular genetics. Post-harvest Technology. 
Seed Science and Technology. Weed Science. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Diploma 62 
Level 100 258 
Level 200 166 
Level 300 169: 
Level 400 74 
M.Phil. 8 
PhD. 4 
Total 741 
STAFFING POSITION 
Staffing has not changed much from the previous year. Dr. Kwadwo Ofori and 
Prof. D. Obeng-Ofori were promoted to Associate Professor and Professor. 
respectively. Prof. Kwadwo Ofori took over from Prof. E. Y. Danquah as Head of 
Department in August 2006. Prof. E. Y. Danquah was appOinted the Dean of 
International Programmes. while Prof. S. K. Offei was appOinted the Dean of School 
of Agriculture. Dr. (Mrs.) C. A. Amoatey has returned to post after obtaining her 
PhD in Weed Science. The agronomist employed in August 2005. resigned in 
March 2006. Two Research Officers from Agricultural Research Centre. Kade. 
provided teaching support. There were two part-time lecturers in 2006. One 
labourer was retired in August 2006. 
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The breakdown of staff was as follows: 
3 Professors (2 on post-retirement contract) 
6 Associate Professors (2 on post-retirement contract) 
1 Senior Lecturer 
3 Lecturers 
11 Senior Staff (l on study leave) 
20 Junior Staff 
RESEARCH PROJECTS/ACTIVITIES 
Ayertey. J. N. 
Studies on insect pest infestation of cured fish 
Studies on wild host plants as reservoirs of insect pests in field crop 
infestation 
Norman. J. C. 
Agronomy and physiology of horticultural crops 
Evaluation of horticultural education at the tertiary level in Ghana 
Obeng-Ofori. D 
Integrated management of pests of vegetables (AgSSIP vegetable IPM project) 
Integrated management of pests and diseases of pawpaw (AGSSIP Fruit crops 
IPM project) , 
• AgSSIP Food safety & Quality management component of HEll 
Bioefficacy evaluation of agro-pesticides & Biopesticides against field and 
storage pests 
EDIf Crop Science Vegetable & Culinary Herbs seed production project 
Alternatives to methyl bromide for the control of soil borne pests and 
pathogens (Phase out of methyl bromide project) 
• Convergence of sciences project 
Blay.E.T. 
Improvement of local vegetable crops 
Herbicide use on hot pepper 
Kumaga. F.K. 
Selection of soybean genotypes for increased phosphorus use efficiency. N2 , 
fixation and seed yield. 
Development of low-cost modified hydroponic systems for urban vegetable 
production. 
Measuring and assessing soil carbon sequestration by Agricultural systems 
in Ghana (In collaboration with the Department of soil science. University 
of Ghana and University of Florida. USA). 
Evaluation of Jatrapha curcas germplasm for seed yield and oil content. 
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Oduro.K.A. 
Aetiology of Citrus Nursery and Field Diseases 
Yam Storage Research. 
Identification and Control of Diseases from growers 
Identification of Pathogens associated with Imported Maize 
Preparation and writing of general Plant Pathogy Text Book for Tropics. 
Offei. S. K. 
Molecular characterization of sorghum. root and tubers . vegetables and 
legumes 
Studies on cassava mosaic virus disease 
Studies on the aetiology of post-harvest deterioration of yams 
Studies on the aetiology of bulb rot in onion and shallots 
Danquah. E.Y. 
UG/IAEA Coordinated Research Project on "development of drought tolerant 
maize varieties using mutagenesis. molecular markers and participatory 
varjetal breeding". 
Molecular genetic analysis of the genetic resources of sorghum. 
Genetic improvement of cereals and root and tubers: 
Ofori. K 
.. Detennination of fertilizer regime for MD2 pineapple in Ghana. 
Studies on genetic control of plant morphology and fruit yield in garden egg 
and hot pepper. 
Development of early and heat tolerant tomato varieties for dry season 
cultivation through selection and hybridization. 
Development of low-cost modified hydroponic systems for urban vegetable 
production 
Evaluation of seed yield and oil content of Jatrapha curcas gennplasm in 
Ghana 
Ofosu-Anim. J. 
Organic crop production 
• Fertilizer trials 
Pesticide trials 
Amoatey. C.A. 
• Survey of herbicide use in peri-urban agriculture in Greater Accra. 
Chemical weed management in cocoyam 
• Comparative studies of different sources of plant nutrients on weed 
infestation in leafY vegetables. 
• Shade effects on cocoyam leaf prodUction 
Boateng. B. 
Bioefficacy evaluation of pesticides for vegetable production 
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Pest Risk Assessment of Stored Grains. Fruits and Vegetables 
Effects of· environmental factors on efficacy of insecticides 
Evaluation of environmental factors on natural enemies of insect pests of 
stored products 
Diversity of insects in sacred groves 
Cornelius. E.W 
Use of non-destructive 
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMUNARSATTENDED 
Obeng-Ofori. D 
24th Biennial Conference of th«r Ghana Science Association. Erata Hotel & 
GIMPA. Accra, Ghana. August 3-9, 2005. 
International Conference of Science & Technology. Federal University of 
Technology, Akure. Nigeria. August 14-19. 2005. 
• 2006 International Neem Conference. Kumning, China. November 11-16, 
2006. 
Kumaga. F.K, 
First Research coordination Meeting of the coordinated Research Project on 
"Selection and Evaluation of Food Crops tolerant to low Nitrogen and 
Phosphorus soils through the use of isotopic and nuclear-related techniques". 
Vienna Austria. 16-20 October. 2006. 
• Second IAEA Research Coordination meeting on Identification and pyramiding 
of mutated genes: novel approaches for imptoving crop tolerance of salinity 
and drought. University of Ghana. Legon. Accra, Ghana, 6-10 November, 
2006. 
Oduro.K.A. 
Seed Pathological Research Conference in Kumasi in March, 2006 
Offei. S. K. 
Press briefing on ISAA Briefs on Global status of commercialized biotech/ 
GM crops January 12, 2006, National Press Centre. Accra 
Progress in West Africa NEPAD Bioscience, Second African Ministerial 
Conference on science and technology. Dakar. Senegal. 27-30 September. 
2006 
Ministerial forum on 'Frontier Environmentally Sound technologies' (FES11 
for Africa's sustainable development. 27-29 April. 2006, M-Plaza Hotel. Accra. 
Strategic Planning for the proposed West Africa Centre or Crop Improvement, 
African Centre for Crop Improvement, the University of Kwazulu Natal. South 
Africa, 2lst-23rd November. 2006. 
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Danquah, E.Y. 
• UNECA Biotechnology/ Biosafety workshop. Milllin Hotel, 16th - 20th January. 
2006. 
• Biosafety workshop for Parlimentarians. Greenland Hotel, Agona Swedru. 
Ghana. 4th-5th February. 2006. 
Food safety needs/Capacity assessment for the Ghanaian biosafety regulatory 
regime. Ellking Hotel, East Legon. Accra .. 17th May. 2006. 
• Academic Governing Council of the Scholar Ship's Consortium of AcademiC 
Stewards Meeting. Executive Hotel Vintage Court. San Francisco. USA, 4th-
6th October. 2006. 
Coordinated Research Programme on the Genetic Improvement of 
Underutilised Crops. 2nd FAO/lAEA Research Coordination Meeting. Accra. 
Ghana. 6th-10th Nov .. 2006 . 
Seventh Annual P<).rtners· Meeting. University of Miami. Coral Gables. USA. 
13th-15th November. 2006. 
• Strategic Planning for the proposed West Africa Centre or Crop Improvement. 
African Centre for Crop Improvement. the University of Kwazulu Natal, South 
Africa. 21st-23rd November. 2006. 
Ofori, K 
• Ghana Gender and Energy Training Workshop. Miklin Hotel, Accra. July 3-
7.2006. 
Second lAEA Research Coordination meeting on Identification and pyramiding 
of mutated genes: novel approaches for improving crop tolerance of salinity 
and drought. University of Ghana. Legon. Accra. Ghana. 6-10 November. 
2006. 
Boateng, B. 
• 1st COCOBOD Conference for Promotion of Local Consumption of Cocoa 
Products & 24th Biennial Conference of Ghana Science AsSOCiation. 1st-
4th August. 2005. Erata Hotel and GIMPA. Accra. 
• Training on the use of the Scientific and Technical Information System 
(SIST) Platform. 20-23 July. 2005. Accra. 
16th Conference and Exhibition of the African Association of Insect Scientists 
& the EntomolOgical Society of Ghana. 6th -10th June 2005. Accra. Ghana. 
Cornelius, E.W 
1s t COCO BOD conference for promotion oflocal consumption of cocoa products 
and 24th biennial conference of the Ghana AsSOCiation 1st-4th August. 2005. 
Erata Hotel and GIMPA. Accra. 
1 st international conference on contribution of African Botanica to Humanity. 
Novotel Hotel, Conakry. Guinea. October 3-5. 2006. 
• International moderation committee meeting of the West African 
Examinations Council. Agricultural Science. Badagry. Nigeria. 16-20 October. 
2006. 
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PUBLICATIONS 
Norman. J. C. 
Norman. J.C. (2005). The role of the landscape industry in sustainable 
environmental management 
Obeng-Ofori. D 
Gachoka. K.. D. Obeng-Ofori. D. and Danquah. E.Y. 2005. Host suitability of 
two Ghanaian biotypes of Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius) (Homoptera: 
Aleyrodidae) on five common tropical weeds. International Journal of Tropical 
Insect Science 25 (4). 236-244. 
Amuna. N.N .• Obeng-Ofori. D .. Padi. B. and Owusu. E.O .. 2005. Biological 
effects of neem azal and neemol on survival. longevity and development of 
the cocoa shield bug. Bathycoelia thalassina (H.-S) (Heteroptera: 
Pentatomidae) attacking cocoa in Ghana. Ghana Journal of Agricultural 
Science 38.3-12. 
Bonaventure. A.O.; Sseruwagi. P.; Obeng-Ofori. D.; Eric Yirenkyi Danquah; 
and Rosina Abena Kyerematen; 2005. Mating interaction between okra and 
cassava biotypes of Bemisia tabacci (Homoptera; Aleyrodidae) on eggplant. 
International Journal ojTropical Insect Science 25 (3). 159-167. 
Omondi. A. B .. Obeng-Ofori. D. Kyerematen. R. A. K. and Danquah. E. Y. 
2005. Host preference and suitability of two biotypes of Bemisia tabaci in 
Ghana. EntonwlogiaExperimentalis etApplicata. (Accepted) 
Obeng-Ofori. D .• 2006. Sustainable management of arthropod pests of okra 
with neem products. Proceedings of the 2006 neem conference. Kumning. 
China. November 11-16. 2006. pp. 243-250 
Blay. E. T. 
Torkpo. S.K.. Danquah. E.Y .. Offei. S.K. and Blay. E.T. (2006). Esterase. total 
protein and seed storage protein diversity in okra (Abelnwschus esculentus L. 
Moench). West African Journal ojE cology 9: 177-183. 
Danquah. A. Offei. S .. Blay. E.T .• Asare. E. and Danquah. E.Y. (2006) 
Characterization of A Mutant Population of Cocoyam (Xanthosoma Sagittijolium 
L. Schott). IntemationalJournalojBotany 2 (2): 128-132. 
Offei, S.K. and Blay. E.T. (2006). Esterase. total protein and seed storage 
protein diversity in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L: Moench). West African 
JournalojEcology9: 177-183. 
Kumaga. F. K. 
• Kumaga F.K. • K. Ofori and E. Marfo-Ahenkora (2006) Modulation. Dry matter 
and Nitrogen Accumulation of Mucuna (Mucuna puriens var. utilis) in 
response to Bradyrhizobia inoculation. International Journal ojA griculture and 
Biology 8 (1): 138-141 
Ofori. K.. F.K. Kumaga and A. Tonyigah (2006). Morphological characterization 
and agronomic evaluation of Bambara ground nut (Vigna subterranea (L.) 
Verdc germplasm in Ghana. Plant Genetic Resources Newsletter 145:23-28 
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Oduro.K.A. 
Tagoe. S.M.A: P.N.L. Lamptey and K.A. Oduro (2005) . Characterization of 
Fusarium Oxysporum F sp elaeidis (Fosfse) causal agent of vascular with 
diesese of oil palm. Ghana Journal of Agriculture Science 1 : 181 - 185 
Offei. S. K. 
Offei. S.K. • Ofosu-AniTTl. J .. Teiko. E.v. and S . Yamaki (2005). Induction of 
multiple tuberisation in yam using growth regulation. Intemational Journal 
ojA griculture & Biology 8: 73-75. 
Lokko. Y. . Danquah. E.Y .. Offei. S.K. • Dixon. A.G.O. and M.A. Gedil (2005). 
Moleculae markers associated with a new source of resistance to the cassava 
mosaic disease. African Journal of Biotechnology 4: 873-881 
Lokko. Y. . Dixon. A.G.O .. Offei. S.K. • Danquah. E.Y. and M. Fregene (2005). 
Assessment of genetic diversity among African cassava accessions resistant 
to the cassava mosaic virus disease using SSR markers. Genetics and 
Evolution Journal (Published online. DOl 1007slO722-005-6841-x. Springer) 
Aboagye-Nuamah. F .. Offei. S.K. • Cornelius. E.W. and RD. Bancroft (2005). 
SeveritY of spoilage rot of white yam (Dioscorea rotundata) Annals oj Applied 
Biology 147:183-190 
Offei. S.K. and S.E. Albrechtsen (2005). Effect of a cowpea mild isolate on 
growth and yield of bamb ara  groundnut (Vigna subterranean) Ghana Journal 
of agricultural Science 35: 63-69. 
Ofosu-Anim. J .. Offei. S.K. and S. Yamaki (2006) . Pistil receptivity. pollen 
tube growth and gene expression during early fruit development in sweet 
pepper (Capsicum annuum) . Intemational Journal oj Agriculture & Biology 8: 
1-5. Torkpo. S .K.. Danquah. E.Y. 
Offei. S.K. and Blay. E.T. (2006) . Esterase. total protein and seed storage 
protein diversity in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) . West A.ftican 
JournalojEcology 9: 177-183. 
Danquah. A. Offei. S.K. • Blay. E.T. . Asare. E. and Danquah. EX (2006) 
Characterization of A Mutant Population of Cocoyam (Xanthosoma Sagittijolium 
L. Schott). Intemational Journal ojBotany 2 (2): 128-132. 
Danquah. E.Y. 
Torkpo. S.K.. Danquah. E.Y. • Offei, S.K. and Blay. E.T. (2006). Esterase. total 
protein and seed storage protein diversity in okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. 
Moench). WestA.fticanJoumalojEcology9: 177-183. 
Danquah. A. Offei. S .. Blay. E.T. . Asare. E. and Danquah. E.Y. (2006) 
Characterization of A Mutant Population of Cocoyam (Xanthosoma Sagittijolium 
L. Schott) . IntemationaLJoumal ojBotany 2 (2) : 128-132. 
Eleblu. J .S. and Danquah. E.Y. (2006). Application of single nucleotide 
polymorphisms in Crop improvement. Journal ojthe Ghana Science Association 
(Accepted) . 
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Ofori. K 
Ofori. K .• Kumaga, F .K. and Tonyigah, A. (2006) . Morphological 
Charactelisation and Agronomic Evaluation of Bambara Groundnut (Vigna 
subterranea (L.) Verdc.) Germplasm in Ghana. Plant Genetic Resources Newsletter 
145:23-28. 
Kumaga, F.K., K.Ofori and E , Marfo-Ahenkorah. (2006). Nodulation, dry matter 
and nitrogen accumulation of Mucuna in response to Bradyrhizobia 
inoculation. International Journal ojA griculture and Biology 8 (1): 138-141. 
Aregheore, E. M .. Ali. I., Ofori. K. and Rere. T. (2006) . Studies on grazing 
behaviour of goats in the Cook Islands: The animal-plant complex in forage 
preference/palatability phenomena. International Journal oj Agriculture and 
Biology 8 (2): 148-153. . 
Nuertey. B.N .. K. Ofori. E .V. Doku, J.B. Wonkyi-Appiah and T.E.O. Asamoah 
(2006) . A survey of oil palm based cropping systems in Ghana. Journal oj 
Ghana Science Association 8 (l) : 15-22 . 
Ofosu-Anim. J. 
Offei. S.K. • Ofosu-Anim. J .. Teiko. E.V, and S. Yamaki (2005). Induction of 
multiple tubelisation in yam using growth regulation . International Journal 
ojA griculture & Biology 8 : 73-75. 
Ofosu-Anim. J. and E.A. Addo (2005). Bioefficacy of'Agrolizer' foliar fertilizer 
on hot pepper production. Ghana Journal oJHorticulture (Accepted). 
Ofosu-Anim. J .• Offei. S .K. and S . Yamaki (2006). Pistil receptivity, pollen 
tube growth and gene expression during early fruit development in sweet 
pepper (Capsicum annuum) . International Journal ojA griculture & Biology 8 : 
1-5. 
Boateng.B. 
Boateng. B. A. Obeng-Ofoli. D. and Biney, P (2005) Effectiveness of Novaluron 
in controlling diamondback moth. PluteUaxylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), 
in cabbage. Proceedings oj the 16th African Association oj Insect Scientists 
ConJerence. June 6 - 10, 2005. Accra. Ghana. 
Aidoo. I. E .. Boateng. B. A. . Obeng-Ofoli, D .. Cudjoe. A. R. and Akuamoah, R. 
K. Efficacy of Neem oil and Neemazal against the Larger Grain Borer. 
Prostephanus truncatus (Hom) in stored maize. Journal oj Ghana Science 
Association (submitted). 
• Boateng. B. A.. Obeng-Ofoli, D. and Biney. P.M Bioefficacy of four binary 
insecticides for the protection of stored grain against infestation by major 
stored product insect pests. Journal oJGhana Science Association (submitted). 
Cornelius. E.W 
Cornelius. E. W .• Tomlins. K. I. and Offe\' S. K. Evaluation of the potential 
use of an electronic nose for the detection and disclimination of tuber rot 
diseases of white yam (Dioscorea rotundata POir.). Journal of Food Chemistry 
(Accepted). 
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DEPARTMENT OF HOME SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The basic functions of the Department. namely teaching. research and extension 
were carried out as in previous years. Teaching programmes were run for Masters 
and Bachelor degrees. The Diploma programme. now a sandwich programme. 
could not be run since Senior Members needed vacation in order to be effective 
and productive for a new academic year. 
Student numbers continued to increase in the year under review. Lack of a 
Departmental vehicle. however. continued to make arrangements for fieldwork 
and outreach programmes very difficult and time consuming. As a matter of 
urgency. the Department needs a vehicle to make its extension work easy. The 
Department also needs bigger laboratories for Foods and Nutrition. and also Textiles 
and Clothing. to make practical sessions more comfortable for the increasing 
number of students enrolled. 
The Department has submitted a proposal of programmes for the proposed School 
of Family and Consumer Sciences in the College of Agriculture and Consumer 
Sciences. It is hoped that the proposal will go through so that the department can 
meet the aspirations of both students and staff. 
COURSES 
Courses were offered for the following programmes: 
1. M.Phii in Home SCience 2 year programme 
2. B.Sc. in Home Science 3-4 year programme 
3. BA with Home Science 3-4 year programme 
Courses were taught covering areas in Food and Nutrition. Textiles and Clothing. 
Family Resource Management. Family Housing. Human Development and Child 
Studies. Consumer Studies and Home Science Extension. Elective courses offered 
were taken by a number of students including students from other departments. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Postgraduate 
M.Phii Part III - 5 
M. Phil Part II 3 
M.Phii Part I 7 
Undergraduate 
Level 100 93 
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Level 200 49' 
Level 300 112 
Level 400 36 
Total 305 
STAFFING POSITION 
Senior Members 
There were 10 full-time lecturers and 4 part-time lecturers at post. The staffing 
position was as follows: 
Dr. Angelina O. Danquah Senior LeGturer (Head ofD epartment) 
Prof. Docea A.G. Fianu Associate Professor 
Prof. Clara Opare-Obisaw ASSOCiate Professor (now on retirement) 
Prof. Laetitia Hevi-Yiboe Associate Professor 
Ms. Christina A. Nti Senior Lecturer 
Ms. Elizabeth Ba-ama Lecturer 
Mrs. Cynthia Gadegbeku Lecturer (Study Leave) 
Mrs. Augusta Ayertey Lecturer 
Mrs. Vivian Tackie-Ofosu Lecturer 
Mrs. Efua T. Vandyck Lecturer 
Mrs. Nabilla Williams Part-Time Lecturer 
Mrs , M, A. Essamuah Part-Time Lecturer 
Mrs. Doris M. Aglobitse Part-Time Lecturer 
Mrs. Agnes Amissah Part-Time Lecturer 
Senior and Junior Staff 
Vtctoria O. Lamptey Senior Administrative Assistant 
Comfort Kissi Administrative ASSistant 
Veronica Tetteh Senior Nursery Attendant 
Doris Quarshie Typist Grade I 
Abena Yamoah Senior Clerk 
Norbert Abunga Library Assistant 
Michael Prempeh Messenger / Cleaner 
Kenneth Oduro-Kwateng Messenger / Cleaner 
YabaAwuni Messenger /Cleaner 
Charles AIlsong Messenger / Cleaner 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Danquah, A. O. 
Breakfast habits of University of Ghana students. 
Eating patterns of University of Ghana sports students during camping and 
their perfonnance n sports events . 
• InCidence of self-medication among University of Ghana students~ 
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Fianu. D.A.G. 
• Knowledge. perception and usc of Insecticide Treated Nets of pregnant and 
wom('11 with children under 5 years. 
Assistance consumers expect from Clothing Dealers at purchase pOints. 
Opare-Obisaw. C. 
The incidence of obesity among University Students. 
• Views and use of nutrient supplem('Ilts among office workers in the Cape 
Coast municipality. 
Hevi-Yiboe. L.A.P. 
Income Generating Activities of women in Ga Mashie 
Economic contributions of women 
Extraction of oil from the seeds of Pachira aquatica (Water chestnut) 
Development of dishes from the Yam Bean 
The reaction of adolescent girls at the University of Ghana JSS to menarche 
Nti, C. A. 
Nutrition knowledge of caregivers of Tema 
Knowledge of University of Ghana students about the harmful effects of food 
additives. 
Incidence of se!f-medication among University of Ghana students. 
8a-ama. E. M. 
. The role of credit in modem family living. 
Gadegbeku, C. 
Home-based treatment of fever in children under five years at Tinkong. 
Eastern Region. 
Knowledge and use of vasectomy. a family planning method among 
married men at Madina Estate. 
Cowpea uptake studies in collaboration with CRSP Bean/Cowpea Project: 
Department of Nutrition & Food Science: University of Ghana. Legon. 
Ayertey. A.A. 
Assessment for fit using garments constructed from identified body sizes of 
Ghanaian female students of University of Ghana. Legon. 
Tackie-Ofosu. V. 
Perception about menopause and health practices among Ghanaian Middle-
aged working women. 
Single Parent Families: Perception, challenges and coping strategies of 
University of Ghana students. 
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Vandyck.E. 
Musculoskeletal disorders of Gannent Producers and ergonomics p~oblems 
encountered from selected neighborhoods in Accra. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Fianu. D.A.G. 
Fianu, Docea A.G. and Boafo, Rita (2005) "Educational and Occupational 
Aspirations: A case study ofSSS students at Nsawam". ARAHE 12(3) PP172-
178. 
Fianu. Docea A.G., Ayertey, Augusta and Francois, Edith M. (2005) "A Pilot 
study of Categorising Ghanaian Female University students into Body Sizes 
(Phase 1)". ARAHE 12(3),204-212. 
Fianu, Docea A.G. et al (2005). "Perceived and Preferred Body sizes of 
Ghanaian Female students at the University of Ghana, Legon (Phase II)". 
ARAHE. 12(4),231-235. 
Hevi-Yiboe. L.A.P. 
Resource Management For Individuals and Families 
Personal and Family Finance accepted for publication by DICKWIN Printing 
Ltd. 
Completed a paper on the Nature and Economic value of Housework in Ghana. 
Antwiwaa Nti. C. 
Nti. C.A.. (2005). Bambara Recipes with Nutrition Infonnation. Dela-am 
Publications, ISBN 9988-0-3710-5. 51 pages. 
Ayertey. A.A. 
Fianu. Docea A.G., Ayertey, Augusta and Francois, Edith M.A. (2005) "A Pilot 
study of Categorising Ghanaian Female University students into Body Sizes 
(Phase Il". ARAHE 12(3), 204-212. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Fianu. D.A.G. 
Attended a day's "Congress of the Campaign for a State-Funded University" 
in the Volta Region, Ghana, Ho, 29th April 2006 
Member, Resolution Committee for the establishment of a Public University 
in the Volta Region - April, 2006 to date. 
Gave a lecture to NIHON University students on study tour in Ghana. Topic: 
"Culture and Women in Ghana". Department of Extension. College of 
Agriculture and Consumer Sciences, Legon, 23rd August, 2005. 
Gave a lecture at 'Freshers' Orientation' organized by University Christian 
Fellowship (UCF), Legon Branch. "Sound Relationship and Modesty", Legon 
hall Chapel, 25th August 2005. 
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• Gave a lecture to UCF Ladies in Volta Hall. "A Beautiful Women". Venue: 
Volta Hall Chapel. 20th September 2005. 
• Attended a seminar on the procurement Act. K.A. Busia Hall. February 2006 
Ayertey, A.A. 
Ghana Home Economics Association/Nestle Company Consumer Forum 
Ghana Home Economics Association/Nestle Company STB-McCann 
Tackie-Ofosu, V. 
• Nufu Project on Collaboration and Changing Cultures of Survival and Care. 
Institute of African Studies. University of Ghana and University of Bergen. 
DISCUSSANT of Paper delivered by Mrs. Delali Badasu on the topic: Care of 
Children of Ewe Migrants in Accra. Home and Hospital Care. June 13. 2006. 
UG. Legon. 
• Workshop on Policy Analysis on Writing Policy Paper. NUFU Project. African 
Studies. University of Ghana. Legon. June 2006. 
Seminar organized by Ghana Prison Officers' Association (PROWA). May 2006. 
Paper delivered on Child Rearing Practices and Family Relationships in 
Ghana. 
Workshop organized by Batik. Tie and Die As,sociation of Ghana on the theme: 
QU~I1Y BATIK. TIE and DYE FOR PRODUCERS and CONSUMERS. Paper 
delivered on Consumer rights. protection and responsibilities in the batik, 
tie & dye industry. August 2006. 
DEPARTMENT OF SOIL SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Soil Science continued to focus on its core functions of teaching 
of undergraduate and graduate courses. research in baSic and applied aspects of 
Soil Science and extension of information to end users. Research focused on 
problems relating to soil degradation. productivity and soil and environmental 
quality with the overall objective of ensuring sustainable agricultural production 
and improved human health. Members of staff showed great commitment to their 
respective duties. Senior members continued to serve on various University 
Committees and Boards making useful contributions to the work of these bodies. 
The Department with the support of the staff offered extension services to farmers 
and various bodies in agribusiness in the form of soil analyses. data interpretation 
and advice on efficient agronomic practices. 
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COURSE/SERVICES OFFERED 
The Department offered traditional courses at the BSc (Agric.), MPhil. and PhD. 
levels in Soil Biochemistry. Soil Chemistry and Fertility. Soil Genesis. 
Classification and Land Evaluation and Soil Physics. Courses of contemporary 
relevance also taught at the undergraduate level included management of Soil 
Environment. Soil Degradation and Rehabilitation. Environmental Soil Chemistry. 
Environmental Soil Physics. Introduction to Paleopedology. Introduction to 
Agricultural Systems Analyses and Simulation. Isotopes in Environmental and 
Industrial Research and Introduction to Bioremediation of contaminated soils. 
At the graduate level. the newly structured courses offered were Research 
Methods. Instrumentation and Methods of So:.!jPlant Analys~s. Soil and Water 
Conservation. Agricultural Systems Simulation and Modeling. Soil Pollution and 
Remediation. Soil Atmosphere and Global Climate Change. 
The Department offered services to farmers within the coastal savanna ecological 
zone. Services included soil and plant analyses. soil suitability evaluation for 
crop production and water use efficiency for crops under irrigation. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Student enrolment at the different levels of course and research programmes 
during the year under review was as follows: . 
Ph.D. 4 
M.Phil. Part II 5 
M.Phil. Part I 
Level 400 (B.Sc. Final Year) 11 
Level 300 (B.Sc. Third Year) 125 
Level 200 (B.Sc. Second Year) 178 
Level 100 (B.Sc. First Year) 146 
STAFFING POSITION 
The staff strength of the Department of Soil Science during the year under review 
stood as follows: 
3 Professors 
3 Associate Professors 
3 Senior Lectures 
1 Lecturer 
7 Senior Staff 
5 Junior Staff 
During the year. Dr. G. N. N. Dowuona (Assoc. ProL) resumed duty after a two-
year sabbatical leave. Professor Ivara E. Esu. immediate past Vice Chancellor of 
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the l'nh tTsitv of C"J.luar. Nigeriajoined the Staff as a Visiting Scientist. Professor 
S.K.A. Danso started his one-year sabbatical leave in August. 2006. 
RESEARCH/PROJECT 
Abekoe. M.K. 
Soil organic matter quality and quantity for sustainable agricultural 
production. 
Phosphorous distribution in soils under heavily manured shallot farm at 
Anloga. 
Adiku. S.G.K. 
Carbon sequestration in topical agricultural systems. 
Climate variability and its impact on groundnut production in Ghana. 
Studies on wind energy and drip irrigation in vegetable production. 
Carbon modeling in natural and degraded ecologies. 
Adjadeh. T.A. 
Properties of soils from different ecological zones Ghana. 
Relationship between management ans:! properties of soils. 
Amatekpor. J.K. 
Genesis and classification of two pan soils in the Lower Volta BaSin 
Detailed reconnaissance soil survey of a 532 km2 unmapped area of the 
Afram Plains District. East of Tease and South of Mimkyemfere. 
Asuming-Brempong. S. 
Biodiversity cbanges in the microbial populations of soils with varying carbon 
stocks and fallow treatments at Kpeve in Ghana. (JOint project with University 
of Florida. Michigan State University. U.S.A.) 
Sustainable build up of soil nitrogen and phosphorus in an upland rice-based 
cropping system through the use of leguminous crop and phosphate 
solubiliZing microorganisms (psm). (FARA -funded project). 
Mining African Elephant grass decomposer communities for novel plant cell 
wall hydrolyzing enzymes. (JOint project with Michigan State University and 
University of Illinois. U.S.A.). 
Danso. S.K.A. 
Nitrogen fixation in soybeans: Assessment of nodulation and nitrogen fixation 
and biomass production in promiscuous versus American-type soybean 
cultivars (Core plus student research projects and collaborative project with 
Crops Research Institute. Kumasi). 
• Reclamation of degraded lands: Assessment of degradation of mined and 
farmed lands. and reclamation procedures. 
integration of local farmers' knowledge for assessing land quality. ill 
comparison with scientific analysis to determine soil quality. 
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Plant Nutrition: Use of Nuclear Techniques in the assessment of nitrogen 
requirements of cassava. Collaborative research with Ghana Atomic Energy 
Commission (GAEC), Kwabenya. 
Dowuona. G.N.N. 
Evaluation of sources, concentrations and impact of pollutants in peri-urban 
vegetable production. 
Nutrient storage under different soil management systems 
Characterisation of termite mounds and remediation of degraded soils. 
Esu. I.E. 
• Characterisation and monitoring of phosphorus in soils of.the coastal savanna 
zone. 
Quantification and charactefuation of harmattan dust in soils. 
Laryea. K.B. 
Water content and bulk density interactions on maize root growth. 
• Influence of conventional tillage on spatial structure of soil properties in a 
Typic Paleudult. 
Hydraulic characteristics of soil under low pressure drip irrigation, Ashaiman. 
Nartey. E.K. 
The use of some natural adsorbents in waste water treatment. 
The use of neem cake as soil acidulant and oil as soil fungicide in organic 
farming. 
Correlation of the wet oxidation method with the carbon dioxide evolution 
technique in organic matter determination in Ghanaian soils. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Abekoe. M.K. 
Asomaning, S.K., Abekoe. M.K. and Owusu-Bennoah, E. (2006). Phosphorous 
rock dissolution and availability in some soils of the semi-deciduous 
rainforest zone of Ghana. West African Joumal oj Ecology, 10: 209-220. 
Adjei-Nsiah, S., Kuyper, T.W., Leeuwis, C., Abekoe. M.K., Cobbina, J., Sakyi-
Dawson, 0. and Giller, K.E. (2006). Productivity, yield and N2-fixation in 
cowpea varieties and their subsequent residual N effects on a succeeding 
maize crop: Farmers' agronomic and social indicators. Nutrient Cycling in 
Agroecosystems (In Press). 
Adiku. S.G.K. 
Adiku. S.G.K., Reichstein, Lohila, A., Dihn, N.Q., Aurela, M., Lauril. T., Jueers, 
J. and Tenhunen, J.D. (2006). PIXGRO: A model for simulating the ecosystem 
CO2 exchange and growth of spring barley. Ecological Modelling, 190: 260-
276. 
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Adjadeh. T.A. 
Yangyuorn. M .. Boateng. E .. Adiku. S.G.K. Acquah. D .. Adjadeh. T.A. and 
Mawuyna. F. (2006). Effects of natural and synthetic soil conditioners on 
soil moisture retention and maize yield. West Ajrican Journal oj Applied 
Ecology. 9: 73-81. 
Amatekpor. J.K. 
Amatekpor. J.K. (2005). Report on the detailed-reconnaissance soil survey 
of the area east of Tease and south of Mimkyemfere in the Afram Plains 
District. Report Prepared for MASDAR International Consultants. UK/MOFA. 
Accra. 
Amatekpor. J.K. (2005). Soils of the Afram Plains District. MASDAR 
International Consultants. U.K./MOFA. Accra. 
Dowuona. G.N.N. 
Dorgbetor. W.H.K. Dowuona. G.N:N. and Amatepkor. J.K (2006). Morphology 
and classification of Amo series in the Lower Volta Flood Plain. Proceedings 
ojSoil Science Society ojGhana. 17&18: 23-29. 
Esu.I.E. 
Esu. I.E. (2005). Soil characterisation and mapping for food security and 
sustainable environment in Nigeria (A Keynote Address). Proceedings ojSoil 
Science Society ojNigeria, p. 19-28. 
Esu. I.E. (2005). Characterisation. classification and management of 
problems of the major soil orders in Nigeria. 26th Inaugural Lecture oj the 
University ojCalabar. 88pp. 
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS ATTENDED 
Abekoe. M.K. 
Snoeck. D .. Abekoe. M.K .. Appiah. M.R.. Afrifa. A.A.. Ofori-Frimpong. K 
(2006). Soil diagnostic method for formulating fertilizer requirements on 
cocoa plantations. 15th International Cocoa Conjerence (COPAL). 9th-14th 
October. 2006. Costa Rica. 
AA Afrifa. K Ofori-Frimpong. M.R. Appiah. M.K Abekoe and D. Snoeck (2006). 
Improvement of soil fertility management in cocoa plantations in Ghana. 
Concluding Coriference on a Regional Project: Sustainable and Competitive Cocoa 
Systems in Africa. 15th-16th November. 2006. Labadi Beach HoteL Accra. Ghana. 
Adiku. S.G.K. 
Adiku. S.G.K. . Kumahor. S .. Dernedde. S .. Hemke. 8.. Ahiabor. E .. Anaman. 
K. . Anipa. B .. Yangyuorn. M. and Setsoafia. KM. (2006). An evaluation of a 
wind pump-low pressure drip irrigation system for vegetable production at 
AnIoga in the Keta District of Ghana. 3rdAnnual Western African Power Industry 
Convention (WA PIC). 7th to 9th November. 2006. Accra. 
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Amatekpor. J.K. 
Amatekpor. J .K. (2005). Afrarn Plains Agricultural Development Study. Phase 
2. Seminar Organised by MASDAR, U.K. / MOFA, 31 st March 2005, Accra. 
• Amatekpor. J.K. (2005). Open Forum on the Construction of the Bui Dam. 
Seminar Organised by Environmental Resources Management (ERM). U.K./ 
Ministry ojEnergy, Ghana. 24th to 25th April, 2006, Accra. 
Danso. S.K.A. 
Danso. S.K.A. (2006). NEPAD Expert Meeting on Land Degradation. February. 
2006, Nairobi. Kenya. 
Danso. S.K.A. (2006). I.A.E.A. Experts Mission to Sierra Leone. 10th-14th 
April. 2006, Freetown, Sierra Leone. . 
• Danso. S.K.A. (2006). World Congress of Soil Science. 9th-15 July, 2006 
Philadelphia, U.S.A. 
• Danso, S.K.A. (2006). I.A.E.A. Experts Mission to Mongolia. 28th August- 1st 
September, 2006. 
• Danso, S.K.A. (2006). I.A.E.A. Experts Mission to Kenya. 16th-20th October, 
2006, Nairobi, Kenya. 
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTRE. KADE 
OVERVIEW 
The Centre continues to conduct research into the production of humid forest 
fruit and trees crops, vegetables and root and tuber crops. The Centre continued 
its extension and Youth training programme under the Leventis Foundation 
programme during the year. 
The Centre also continued its commercialization programme with the support of 
the Export Development and Investment Fund (ED IF) and the Presidential Special 
Initiative (PSI) on oil palm. 50,000 mango seedlings and 85,000 oil palm seedlings 
were raised and supplied to farmers during the year. 
Administration 
Prof. J,K. Osei took over as Head of the Centre from Prof. K. Afreh-Nuamah with 
effect from 1 st October 2006. 
Mr. Amos Quaye was granted study leave for a Ph.D programme in National 
Resources and Forest Management at State University of New York from August 
1. 2006 to July 31, 2008. 
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Dr. Samuel Adjei-Nsiah successfully completed a Sandwish Ph.D programme at 
Wageningen University and was awarded Ph.D degree on 17th October, 2006. 
Mr. Ohemeng Mintah Lemuel successfully completed a two year Master of 
Agriculture degree in Kyunpook National University in Korea in August 2006. 
Mr. Kofi Afari completed on year training in Germany and returned on 6 th 
November, 2006 
Senior members of the centre continued to offer lectures at Crop Science 
Department of the University during the year. 
STAFFING POSITION 
• Breakdown of staff at post was: 
• 2 Associate Professors 
• 3 Senior Research Officers 
• 2 Research Officers 
• 17 Senior Staff 
• 155 Junior Staff 
RESEARCH ACTMTIES 
Afreb-Nuamah. K. 
Studies on insects of economic importance to plantain and food crops (e .g .. 
citrus, kola and vegetable crops) including their incidence. biology, ecology 
and sustainable management strategies.-
Studies on appropriate pesticide application techniques for plantation and 
field crops. 
Osei.J.K. 
Rapid field multiplication of Cocoyam and the use of microsett-derived 
Cocoyam plantlets to improve Cocoyam production in Ghana. 
Rapid field multiplication and distribution of IITA-bred Musa cultivars. 
Cocoa/Black pepper intercropping systems. 
Hotsonyame. G.K. 
Performance of plantains under seeded with leguminous cover crop species. 
Stage of maize development on the growth and yield of plantain . 
Development of Improved fallow farming system using leguminous plants. 
Ofosu-Budu. G.K. 
Seasonal variation in sweet orange juice quality in Ghana 
Characteristics oframbutan fruits at the Agricultural Research Centre-Kade. 
Rootstock effects on yield and juice quality of Late Valencia sweet orange. 
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Compo sting of agricultural and agro-industrial waste (empty oil palm fruit 
bunches. poultry droppings cocoa pod husks and sawdust) as organic fertilizers 
for crop production. 
Nkansah. G.O. 
Evaluation of avocado lines in the forest ecological zone of Ghana 
Breeding For Heat Tolerance In Tomatoes in Ghana 
Physiological Mechanisms and Yield Attributes of Some Heat Tolerant and 
Non-Heat Tolerant Tomatoes. 
Growth. nutrition and yield performance of different mango varieties on two 
rootstocks in the forest zone. 
Evaluation of okra. pepper and melon lines for the export market 
Quality and shelf life of mango as influenced by different post-harvest 
treatments 
• Chemical control of post-harvest diseases of mango: the effect of fludioxonil 
and prochloraz on soft brown rot, stem-end rot and anthracnose. 
Effects of hill stand on growth. yield and quality of some export okra varieties. 
Adjei Nsiah S. 
Multiplication and evaluation of elite rubber clones in Ghana 
• Collection and evaluation of cassava germplasm for the semi-deciduous forest 
zone of Ghana. 
Brentu. F.e. 
Fruit spot diseases of sweet orange: their importance. etiology and control. 
Post Graduate Research 
,Evaluation of plant growth hormones in recycled waste material (M.Hi!). 
• Growth. Nutrient uptake and yield ofNERlCA rice under pot condition (M.Phil). 
Incidence and severity of cassava mosaic virus disease in farmers fields 
(M.Phil). 
Relationship between citrus fruiting phenology and fruit fly abundance 
(M.Phi!). 
Enrichment of recycled waste for peri-urban maize production and its effect 
and yield plantain. 
The use of plant growth regulators for rapid field multiplication. improved 
growth and yield of plantain. 
Soil nutrient dynamics under forest ecosystem (Ph.D). 
Importance. etiology and control of fruit spot disease of sweet orange (Ph.D). 
Undergraduate Research 
The effect of storage temperature and chemical treatment (2. 4-0 and 
TRIADIMEFON) on post harvest losses of late Valencia sweet orange. 
Effect of soaking periods on milling performance of some rice varieties. 
The use of microsett-derived cocoyam plants for improved production of 
cocoyam leaves. 
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Effect of growing media on growth and development of mango and avocado. 
Effect of hill stand on growth. yield and export quality of okra varieties. 
Quality and shelf life of mango and avocado as influence by differtent post-
harvest treatments. 
Effect of grafting on growth. yield. fruit quality and disease incidence of 
tomatoes. 
Rootstock on yield and fruit quality of mango and avocado in Ghana. 
Potting mixture for the rapid growth of plantain plantiets. 
Current Research Areas 
Effcct of rootstock on citrus flush growth. water use efficiency. yield and 
juice quality (brix. tit ratable acidity. Vitamin C content) of Late Valencia 
sweet oranges. 
Effect of tootstock on citrus flush growth water use efficiency. yield and ju ice 
quality (brix. titratable acidity. Vitamin C content) of ortanique. 
Effect of irrigation and fertilization rates on fruit growth rate and juice quality 
on Late Valencia sweet orange. 
Effect of rootstock on citrus growth. yield and nutrient uptake and juice quality 
(brix. titratable acidity. Vitamin C content) of juice on Stasuma mandarin. 
Composting of empty fruit bunches and palm oil mill effiuent for agricultural 
use. 
Effect ofll1oisture stress on growth. yield and milling performance on NERICA 
rice. 
• Performance of some plantain genotypes in acid soils at the nursery stage. 
Nutrient management studies of some citrus ge!10types at the nursery stage. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adjei-Nsiah. S .. Afreh-Nuamah. K. and Brentu. F.C. 2005. Yield potential of 
four plantain cultivars under optimized growing conditions in Ghana. Ghana 
Journal of Horticulture 4.60-65. 
• Adjei-Nsiah. S .. Saidou. A .. Danso K.. Sakyi-Dawson. O. and Kuyper. T.W .. 
2006. Tenure security and soil fertility management: Case studies in Ghana 
and Benin. Colloque international 'Les frontiere de las question fonciere -
At the frontier oflaI)d issues'. Montpellier. 2006. Http/ Iwww.mpl.rid.fr/collqut. 
foncier / comm unicationsl PD F I Ad j ei -Ns iah. pdf. 
• Adjei-Nsiah. S. 2005. The Relationship between Natives and Migrant Farmers. 
Differential livelihoods and Soil Management: The Case of Wenchi. Ghana. 
(Arnold van Huis. ed.). Convergence of Sciences: Creating Innovation systems 
with African Farmers. Proceedings of the 1s t International Workshop of the 
Convergence of Sciences (COS) Project. Elimina Beach Resort Hotel. Ghana. 
October 25 - 28. 2005. 61-62. 
Brentu. F.C .. Speijer. P.R.. Hemeng. BMS .. de Waele. D. and Coyne. D.L. 
2004. Micro-plot evaluation of the yield reduction potential of Praty/enchus 
coffeae. Helicotylenchus multicinctus and. Meloidogynejavanica on' Apantu-pa' 
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(MusaAAB group) in Ghana. Nematology 6: 445 - 46l. 
Ofosu-Budu K.G. (2004). Perfonnance of Citrus Rootstocks in the Forest Zone 
of Ghana. Ghana Jownal ojHorticulture 3, 1-9. 
• Ofosu-Budu K.G., Quaye A. K. and Danso, S.K.A. (2005). Effect of compost 
amendment rate on growth, yield and quality of cabbage in Ghana. Ghana 
JownalojHorticulture. 4, 28-36. 
Reis, R.F., de Does, A., MondaI. S.N., Shilts, T., Brentu, F.C., and Timmer. 
L.W. 2006. Effect of lesion age, humidity and fungicide application on 
sporulation of Alternaria alternata, the cause of brown spot tangerine. Plant 
Disease 90: 1051-1054. 
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTRE - KPONG 
OVERVIEW 
The Centre, for the period under review continues to conduct investigations into 
mechanized irrigated agriculture on the black clay soils (Vertisols) of the Accra 
Plains, for the purpose of exploiting their full agricultural potentials for crops, 
livestock and possibly fish production. The major research focus areas for the 
period included (i) soils (ii) mechanization and irrigation, (iii) crops and (iv) 
livestock. The principal crops studied, were annuals such as; rice, maize, 
sugarcane, beans and vegetables, and perennials such as; mango and citrus with 
a comprehensive crop protection programme. 
Commercial production for the period, concentrated on fragrance (perfume) rice 
production by expanding to reclaim and reconstruct most of the old fields. Dry· 
season vegetables production was also undertaken for income generation for the 
Centre. The Export Development and Investment fund (EDIF) of the Ministry of 
Trade which supported the Centre to produce m~ngo seedlings and pepper seeds 
for supply to fanners, have Significantly improved over the period. 
The Centre has won a new project from the Forum for Agricultural Research in 
Africa (FARA), which has approved the funding of a proposal submitted, for on-
station and on-fann studies on the "Productivity of NERICA (New Rice for Africa) 
in rain-fed upland ecology using cowpea as green manure in Ghana". 
STAFF 
During the period, Mr. Ferdinand Mawunya, a Research Officer, was granted a 
one-year extension of his study leave for PhD studies at the University of Ghana. 
One Senior Member (Dr. J .W. OtengJ and one Junior Staff (Mr. Charles K. Amega) 
retired from the services of the University at the end of July 2006. An Agricultural 
EconOmist has been appointed. 
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The current staffing position therefore stands at: 
Senior Research Officers 2 
Research Officer I 
Research Officer (On study leave) 1 
Senior Staff - 15 
Junior Staff -50 
Daily Rated staff - 15 
Temporary Staff 5 
Conservancy labourer 1 
Total staff strength -90 
There is an advertisement now at the University of Ghana website for the following 
vacant positions at the Centre; i) Plant Nutritionist (Soil Fertility) ii) Horticulturist 
and iii) Crop Breeder. 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Nyalemegbe, K.K. 
Productivity of NERlCA in the rain fed upland ecology using cowpea as green 
manure 
• Use of Sesbania and other legumes as source of nitrogen in rice cultivation 
: (On-Farm) 
Utilization of Azolla as manure in low land rice cultivation: (On-Farm) 
Development of technologies for using Leguminous crops for sustainable 
crop production 
Development of improved fallow farming system using leguminous plants 
Effect of dry season heat stress on the growth and yield of tomato on the 
Accra Plains of Ghana 
Darkwa, E.O. 
Improvements of herbicide use in the context of an integrated approach to 
weed management in maize/legume cropping system. 
A review of the weed management strategies for the irrigated ecology. 
Evaluation and selection of fruit vegetables for dry season cultivation - the 
role of foliar fertilizers in reducing disease incidence. 
The establishment of orchards of exotic mangoes to facilitate the monitoring 
of pests and diseases: - the suitability of graft scion from trees that are less 
than ten (10) years old. 
Yangyuoru, M. 
Optimal design and management of small-scale irrigation schemes with 
rainwater harvesting 
Development and verification of runoff models for sudden floods 
Effects of natural and synthetic soil conditioners on the productivity of soils 
in Ghana 
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Changes in stability and water shedding potentials of developed landforms 
on the Vertisols 
Mawunya. F.D. 
• ENSO-based rainfall prediction and crop production in Southern Ghana (on-
going Ph.D research) 
Aequah. D./Osakpa. T. 
Integrated Rice-Fish Culture 
Varietal trial of selected Aromatic Rice Cultivated in Ghana 
Sugarcane research/development programme 
TEACIDNG 
The Research Officers on the Centre participated in the academic activities in 
Crop and Soil Science Depa,-tments as well as Agricultural Engineering 
Departments by teaching. supei-vising and examining student research projects. 
Staff from the Centre also participated in teaching and practical programmes 
organized by the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) at the Bok Nam Kim 
Agricultural Training Centre for serving field staff. 
PUBLICATIONS/PAPERS PRESENTED AT CONFERENCES 
Nyalemegbe. K.K. 
• Nyalemegbe. K.K.. S. Asuming Brempong. S.K.A. Danso (2007). Evaluation of 
sesbania and other legumes as source of nitrogen in irrigated rice production 
on the Vertisols of the Accra Plains of Ghana. Paper submitted for 
presentation at the 4th International Conference. Mrican Soil Science 
SoCiety. 7th - 13th January 2007. Accra. Ghana. 
Yangyuoru. M. 
KawachiT. . S. Aoyama. M. Yangyuoru. K. Unami. T. Matoh. D. Acquah and 
S. Quarshie (2005). An irrigation tank for harvesting rainwater in semi-arid 
savannah areas -Design and constructIon practices in Ghana/West Africa-
Journal ofR ainwater Catchment System (JRCSA), 11: 17-24. 
Kawachi. T .. K. Unami. M. Yangyuoru. and S. Aoyama (2005). Effectiveness 
of Rainwater Harvesting Technology for Agriculture in Semi-Arid Areas. 
Proceedings of the 13th Annual Congress. Japan Rainwater Catchment 
System Association. 2-4 November Nishihara. Okinawa: 19-22. 
Unami K.. M. Yangyuoru. T. Kawachi. S.G.K. Adiku and M. Iwaki (2006). 
Identification of drifting rainfall distribution. Journal ofR ainwater Catchment 
System (JRCSA). (In review). 
• Unami. K.. T. Kawachi. M. Yangyuoru and K. Ishida (2006). A finite volume 
scheme for simulation of rainwater harvesting process. In: Lucio Ubertini 
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(Editor) Proceeding of the second International Association of SCience and 
Technology for Development (lASTED). International Conference on Advanced 
Technology in the Environment Field (ATEF), Lanzarote . Canary Island. Spain. 
6 - 8 February: 124-129. 
Yangyuoru. M. (2006) . Transformation of dry land to farm land -the 'irrigation 
tank' experiment of ARC-Kpong. Inter-Faculty Lecture. University of Ghana. 
K.A. Busia Conference Hall. 13th March 2006. 
• Yangyuoru. M .. T. Kawachi. K. Unami. (2006) . Rainwater harvesting: A 
solution for food security and wealth creation. Ghana Science Association 
10th biennial workshop. Rainwater harvesting: A sustainable solution to 
water shortage problems in Ghana. 20th July 2006. 
Yangyuoru. M .. T. Kawachi. K. Unami. (2006J . A prototype tank irrigation 
scheme with rainwater harvesting. lOth SearNet International Conference 
on "Rainwate r Management for Disaster Mitiga tion and Sustainable 
Development in Africa". Mombasa. Kenya. 4-6th December. 2006. 
Mawunya, F .D. 
Yangyuoru M., E . Boateng. S.G.K. Adiku. D. Acquah. T. Adjadeh and F. 
Mawunya (2006). Effects of natural and synthetic soil conditioners on soils 
moisture retention and yield of maize. West African Journal ojA pplied Ecology. 
9: 73-81. 
WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED 
Nyalemegbe, K.K. 
African soil Science Society. 4th International Conference. Impact of climate 
change. global trade. urbanisation and biotechnology on land use in Africa. 
7th to 14th January 2007. Accra. Ghana. 
Yangyuoru, M. 
Ghana Science Association lOth biennial workshop. Rainwater harvesting: 
A sustainable solution to water shortage problems in Ghana. 20th July 2006. 
Ghana Agricultural Information Network System (GAINSJ Stakeholders 
Workshop. "Enhancing the impact of Agricultural Information Systems and 
Services in Ghana: Building Next Generation Strategies. Systems and 
Services". Shail Hills Resort Hotel. Ghana. 1-2 Nov. 2006. 
SearNet lOth International Conference on "Rainwater Management for 
Disaster Mitigation and Sustainable Development in Africa". Mombasa. 
Kenya. 4-6th December. 2006. 
Mawunya, F.D. 
Carbon Sequestration Training Workshop. M-Plaza Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 
February 28 - March 3. 2006. 
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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTRE-LEGON 
OVERVIEW 
The Centre continues to maintain cattle. sheep. goats. pigs. donkeys. guinea 
fowls. chickens. ostriches and a yoghurt production facility for teaching. training. 
research and income generation. The Centre supplies university and surrounding 
community with quality beef. broilers. pork. eggs and yoghurt. Indeed. demand 
always far exceeds supply. 
As part of its training and extension activities. the Centre yearly trains the youth 
under the Leventis Programme to take farming as a commercial business. The 
Leventis Foundation Farmers Training Programme admitted and trained the 17th 
batch of70 students. The Centre continues to provide facilities for practical lessons 
for the various levels of students oi the College of Agriculture and Consumer 
SCiences. Students from Central University College. Damongo Agricultural 
College. Ohawu Agricultural College and Ejura Agricultural College as well as 
various private individuals were also taken into residence for short-term practical 
attachments. During the year. over 300 students from Kindergarten. Junior 
Secondary Schools. Senior Secondary Schools and Training Colleges visited the 
Centre to see various livestock and poultry husbandry practices. 
The Centre also won three TALIF grants for the development of model poultry 
production facilities. intensive model cattle production systems and development 
of an ecological/range monitoring laboratory. 
Research Fellows continued to contribute towards academic activities at the 
Departments of Animal Science and Crop Science at the College of Agriculture 
and Consumer Sciences. Legon. Staff was involved in teaching 10 courses. 
STAFF POSITION 
The total staff number is 121. comprising the following: 
3 Senior Research Fellows 
3 Research Fellows 
21 Senior Staff 
94 Junior Staff 
Two Senior Research Fellows are on sabbatical leave. one Research Fellow is on 
part time study leave. one Research Fellow is on full time study leave and two 
Senior Staff are on study leave. 
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RESEARCH/EXTENSION ACTIVITIES 
Adjorlolo. L. K. 
• Technical and economic assessment of intensive small ruminant production 
in urban areas of Ghana - Case study in Accra. 
Studies on 'maximum profit' feed formulation systems for poultry. 
• Studies on multi-nutrient feed supplements for ruminants. 
Adogla-Bessa. T. 
Evaluating the feed value of tree forages 
Survey of preferred high value trees 
Gas production profile of common forages 
• Integrating small ruminants in tree crop plantations 
Canacoo. E. A. 
• Reproductive failure in pigs 
Ethno veterinary practice among livestock and poultry farmers. 
Mahama. E. A. 
Resource person. Workshop for senior staff of Agricare Ltd .. held at Agric 
Research Centre. Legon. June 7-19.2004. 
Technical and economic assessment of intensive small ruminant production 
in urban areas of Ghana - Case study \n Accra . 
.C omparison of cost structure of broiler production in Accra-Tema and Kumasi 
areas 
Naazie.A. 
• Feed restriction effects in laying birds 
Evaluation of various poultry diets for broilers 
Genetic characterization of local chickens 
Socio economic and technical aspects of Guinea fowl production 
Timpong-Jones. E. C. 
Rangeland monitoring involving the use of remote sensing and Geographical 
Information System 
• Evaluation of nutritive value and yield of some forage species in Ghana. 
CONFERENCES~ORKSHOPSATTENDED 
Mahama. E. A. 
Effect of mortality rate on broiler profits in Accra. Tema and Kumasi. 14th 
Biennial conference of Animal Agriculture. August 2005. 
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FACULTY OF ARTS 
DEPARTMENT OF CLASSICS 
OVERVIEW 
The staffing position (teaching) continues to be thin. There are two substantive 
Lecturers on the ground, and two part-timers. In spite of the rather inadequate 
staffing position, the Department continues to mount courses for the various 
undergraduate levels, ie 100-400. . 
COURSES 
Courses offered in the Department were core. Electives were unavailable because 
of the skelectal staff. The Department also taught at the Accra City Campus. 
NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
The population of students in the Department was 650. 
STAFF 
The Department now has two senior lecturers, and two part-time lecturers . 
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RESEARCH 
The broad areas of research were: 
Roman North African 
• Women in Antiquity 
Life and thought of the ancient Greeks and their relevance for modern day 
Africa. 
PUBLICATIOS 
KofiAchah 
'Classics In Aid of National Development: A Cultural - Historical Approach to 
the Teaching of Classical Greek History: in Legon Journal of Humanities 
Special Edition 2006 
'Did a Biased Jury Convict Plato's Socrates?' in Journal of Philosophy and 
Culture Vol 2. No.2 2005 
'Plato's Euthyphro and Socratic Piety: in Scholia 14, 2005 
• 'Plato on Why Discourse is Possible', Chapter One of. Language and 
Communication: A Philosophical Study, Published 2005, by Rabindra Bharati 
University, India.. 
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CONFERENICE 
Nil 
SEMINARS 
The Department participated in a number of seminars in the course of the year. 
BENEFACTIONS 
No benefaction was received. 
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH 
OVERVIEW 
Implementation of the New Syllabus for English Studies for the Bachelor of Arts 
degree entered its 4th and final year in the 2005-06 session. This brings to a 
close the period of transition between the old syllabus and the new. A number 
challenges remain to be overcome in order to realize the full benefits of the new 
programme. The two most important ones are higher enrollments relative to 
faculty strength and the need to develop appropriate study and learning materials 
towards the full realization of the goals of the new programme. Three faculty 
members of the department-Mawuli Adjei. Jemima Anderson. and Mabel 
Komasi-received their PhDs at the March 2005 congregation. the very first to 
enroll and complete their doctoral studies in the English Department. Three other 
doctoral students also made significant progress on their projects and have since 
then submitted fmal drafts of their theses. Under a formal protocol signed between 
University of Ghana and University of Bouake in Cote d·lvoire. Professors Anyidoho. 
Dadzie. and Wiredu travelled Abidjan on a special mission during which they 
gave a number of short courses in intensive sessions. Professors Anyidoho and 
Dadzie were also involved in the thesis examination and defence for five Bouake 
students. The department continued to attract a relatively large number of visiting 
foreign students. A total of 76 foreign students took various courses with the 
department during the year. Another very active year for The Association of 
Students of English Language [ASEL). with a number of important initiatives. 
Including further donations of electronic equipment to the department and the 
purchase of high speed photocopier installed in the departmental office to provide 
subSidized photocopying services to students. 
The English Department collaborated with the CODESRIA African Humanities 
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Institute Programme, along with the Department of Modem Languages, the School 
of Performing Arts, and the Institute of Mrican Studies in hosting the 32nd Annual 
Conference of the Mrican Literature Association in May 2006. Several members 
of the department presented papers at the conference, one of the largest in the 
history of the association, attracting close to four hundred presentations. 
The English Department was awarded a $10,500 TALIF grant towards a small set 
of ICT equipment and training workshops for the strengthening of graduate 
studies. 
COURSES TAUGHT 
Level 100 
ENGL.lll Foundation English I (Listening & Speaking Skills) 
ENGL.1l2 Foundation English 2 (Reading Skills) 
ENGL.113 Foundation English 3 lPractice Drills in Listening & Speaking) 
ENGL.114 Foundation English 4 (Writing Skills) 
Level 200 
ENGL.211 Introductory Survey of the English Language 1 
ENGL.212 Introductory Survey of the English Language II 
ENGL.213 Survey of English Literary History 
ENGL.214 Critical Reading of Literary Texts 
Level 300 
ENGL.341 Grammar & Semantics 
ENGL.342 Phonetics & Phonology 
ENGL.344 Introduction to Mrican Literature 
ENGL.343 Practice in Criticism 
Level 400 
ENGL,400 Long Essay 
ENGL.401 Stylistics 
ENGL.402 Varieties of English 
ENGL.403 Advanced Practice in Criticism 
ENGL.404 Themes in Modem Literature 
ENGL.405 Modem Literary Criticism 
Level 300/400 (Electives) 
ENGL.327 New Literature's in English 
ENGL.336 Contemporary English Usage 
ENGL.345 English as a Second Language 
ENGL.346 Varieties & Functions of Language 
ENGL.347 Discourse Analysis 
ENGL.348 English Language in Communication 
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ENGL.351 Introduction to Oral Literature 
ENGL.356 Shakespeare and His Age 
ENGL.359 Children·s Literature 
ENGL.363 Introduction to Creative Writing 
ENGL.364 Creative Writing 
ENGL.365 Literature & Gender 
ENGL.367 History of the English Language 
ENGL.368 Development of English Prose 
ENGL.369 English as a World Language 
ENGL.373 Masterpieces of African Literature 
ENGL.374 Masterpieces of American Literature 
ENGL.375 Modem Poetry 
ENGL.378 Studies in African Poetry 
ENGL.379 Literature of the Black Diaspora 
ENGL.383 English Literature from Milton to Blake 
ENGL.384 The Romantic Movement in English Literature 
ENGL.385 English Literature from Wordsworth to Hardy 
ENGL.391 Literature and Film in Society 
ENGL.392 The Short Story 
ENGL.395 Critical Issues in African Literature 
Level 600 
ENGL.600 Research Methods 
ENGL.601 English Syntax 
ENGL.602 English Phonology 
ENGL.603 Literary Theory 
ENGL.604 Modem Drama 
ENGL.605 Language and Literature 
ENGL. 606 English Semantics 
ENGL.607 African Literature 
ENGL.612 Oral Literature 
ENGL.613 Special Topic 
ENGL.615 Post-Colonial Literature 
ENGL.626 Sociolinguistics 
ADMISSIONS 
Level 100 281 Students 
Leve1200 391 Students 
Level 300 173 Students 
Level 400 90 StUdents 
Level 600 (Yr. 1) 7 Students 
Level 600 (Yr.2) 1 Student 
Ph.D. 9 Candidates 
Foreign 66 Students 
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STAFFING POSITION 
Dr. E.A. Quarcoo. senior lecturer. formally retired from the department at age 60 
but has since been given a post-retirement contract. Professor A.B.K. Dadzie's 
full time appointment came to an end but he has kindly accepted a part-time 
appointment with the department. Ms. Meri Nana Ama Danquah resigned her 
lectureship appointment with the university and returned to the United States. 
Prof. John F. Wiredu was confirmed as substantive Principal of the Accra City 
Campus. but he continues to teach a number of courses for the department. 
CONFERENCES/SENUNERS/WORKSHOPS 
Anderson. J. 
• The 32nd African Literature Association Annual Conference: Accra. May 
2006. Papers presented: "Expressing the Inexpressible" Uointly with Gladys 
N. Ansahl and "Regional Integration and National Boundaries: Redefining 
Pan-Africanism in Alex Agyei Agyiri's Unexpected Joy at Dawn" Uointly with 
Mawuli Adjeil. 
1st Conference on Applied Linguistics. University af Education. Winneba. 
Paper: "The Effect of Data Collection Methodologies on Research Findings". 
Language Centre Seminar Series. April 2006. Prophets. Doctors. and 
Reverends: A Sociolinguistic Study of Address Terms in Ghana". 
4th Faculty of Arts ColloqUium. April 2006. Papers presented: "The English 
Language and the Job Market" and "Gender. Address Terms. and the 
Academic Setting". 
• Presenter: Presidential Special Initiative on Distance Learning SSSI 
ENGLISH. Ghana Television. 
Anyidoho. K. 
• Bard College. Annandale-On-Hudson. 'WRITING AFRICA: Politics and Dialogues 
around Africa and the African Diaspora. A Panel Discussion inauguration of 
the Chinua Achebe Fellowship in Global African Studies. supported by the 
Ford Foundation. featuring Chinua Achebe. Kofi Anyidoho. Emmanuel 
Dongala. Helon Habila. and Caryl Phillips. September 27.2005. 
CODESRlA 11 th General Assembly. Maputo. Mozambique. December 6-10. 
2005. Title: "Memory & Vision: A Poetic Invocation." 
Afro-Asian International Literary Conference - Continents of Creation. New 
Delhi and The Neemrana Fort-Palace. Rajastham: February 14-17. 2006. 
2nd Conference of Intellectuals from Africa & the Diaspora. ClAD II. San 
Salvador. Bahia. Brazil. 12th-14th July. 2006. 
Convener of the 32nd African Literature ASSOCiation Annual Conference 
held in Accra. May 2006. 
Denkabe.A. 
Bridging the North-South Divide in Ghana. (Centre for Policy Analysis & 
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Overseas Development Institute. UK. Workshop). June 2005. Paper read: 
"Education in Northern Ghana". 
Mensa. P. A. 
"Legon-Trondheim NUFU Linguistics Project: Annual Colloquium & 
Workshop. January 2006. 
Faculty of Arts Colloquium. April 2006. 
• Distance Learning Writers Training Workshop. October 2006. 
RESEARCH 
Anderson. J. 
Pragmatic Perception of Politeness among speakers of English in Ghana. 
Language Choice and Language Use in Two Ghanaian Urban Communities 
Compliments and Compliment Responses in English in Ghana 
• Final Consonants and Simplification in English in Ghana 
Code-Switching in Ghanaian Television Advertisement 
Ansotinge. G. 
Poetry of Seamus Heaney 
• Dagaare Proverbs on animals. birds etc 
Poetry of William Blake 
Anyidoho. K. 
Editorial work on papers submitted by Fellows of the CODESRIA Mrican 
Humanities Institute and on papers presented in the September 2003 
International Symposium on "Canonical Works and Continuing Innovation 
in African Arts and Humanities". hosted by the CODESRIA African 
Humanities Institute Programme. 
Re-appraising the Social Sciences and the Humanities from African 
Perspectives: An annotated anthology project for model and foundation 
scholarly essays being edited into a two-volume publication for the guidance 
of graduate students and younger scholars. A TALIF -sponsored project. 
Dako.K. 
Projects on English in Ghana. Student Pidgin. and Ghanaian Literature. 
Denkabe. A. 
CODESRIA grant for an exploration of masculinities in the making of the 
Ghanaian nation (With T. Manuh. A. Adomako and K. Amanor) 
Komasi. M. 
Literature Across The Basic School Curriculum. Monograph Project: 
Bibliography of Ghanaian Children's Stories in English 
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Ansah.G.N. 
English Language and the Job Market: A Sociolinguistic Study of Language 
Shift 
The English Graduate and the Job Market 
Expressing the Inexpressible 
Verbal Morphology in Code-Switching 
Quarcoo.E. 
The English Language in Ghana/West Africa 
Mensa. P. A-
Is It Funny? A Diachronic Study of Humour as a Persuasive Tool in Ghanaian 
Print Ads 
Football, A Persuasive Tool in Ghanaian Print Advertisements: A Case Study 
ofFIFA World Cup 2006 
Selling Sweet Sounding Sounds: Alliteration in Ghanaian Advertisement 
(Co-Authored) 
Sackey. E. 
Africa's Contribution To The Novel Form 
The Aesthetics Of The K1ama Cult Of The Dangbes 
PUBLICATIONS 
Ansotinge. G. T. 
"Appreciating Core Literature in English for Senior Secondary Schools", with 
Mawuli Adjei & E. Sackey. Accra: Kwadwoan Publishers, 2006 
"Thou Shall Not Reveal Thy Secrets: The Value of Reticence in Speech in 
Dagaaba Folklore". Research Review Vol. 212005.19-27 
The 'Troubles' Of Northern Ireland: Seamus Heaney 'The Artful Voyeur'. 
Legon Journal Of Humanities (forthcoming) 
Awoonor.K. 
n The AJrican Predicwnent: Collected Essays (1974-2004). Accra: Sub-Saharan 
Publishers, 2006. 
Dako.K. 
"Pawns and Players: The Women in Amma Darko's Novels", with A. Denkabe 
& Helen Yitah. In Sex and Gender in an Era ojA ids, eds. Christine Oppong, et. 
aI. (Accra; Sub-Saharan Publishers, 2005). 
"The Morphology and Syntax of Ghanaian English". In. A Handbook of Varieties 
ofEngIish. eds. Kortman Bernd & Edgar Schneider. (Berlin: Mouton de Gruyter, 
2005). 
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• Thorkild Hansen's Islands ojSlaves. Translated from Danish into English by 
K. Dako. (Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers, in press) 
An introduction to Language and the Language ojUterature. Accra: Sub-Saharan 
Publishers, 2005) 
Denkabe.A. 
• "Pawns and Players: The Women in Amma Darko's Novels", with Kari Dako 
& Helen Yitah. In Sex and Gender in an Era ojA ids, eds. Christine Oppong, et. 
ai, (Accra; Sub-Saharan Publishers. 2005). 
Mohammed Naseehu and his The Prophet oj2ongo Street: (with K. Dako and 
G. Ansotinge: paper presented at the African literature conference, Accra, 
2006) 
NyarkoAnsah. G. N. 
"Lexical Innovation in Akan: An Overview". in Osam and Dakubu (eds), Studies 
in the Languages ojthe Volta Basin 2, 
Sackey. E. 
"Looking From Behind : Reflections On ,The Writing Of Amma Darko." Legon 
Jownal ojthe HUTTl£IJlities, Vol. XVI. 2005: 135-148 
'''The Truth of Fiction: The Representation Of Kwame Nkrumah's Ghana In 
Ayi Kwei Armah's The Beautiful Ones Are Not Yet Born," Legon Journal oj the 
H UTTl£IJlities, 
Komasi. M. 
"Efua SutherJand- the Visionary Pioneer in Ghanaian Children's Literature" 
In the Legacy ofEfua Sutherland, Edited By Anne Adams and Efua Sutherland 
"Kweku Ananse- the Trickster in Ghanaian Children's Literature". Gumaga 
Journal of the Department Of English Education, Winneba 
"The Contribution of Peggy Appiah to the Ghanaian Children'S Literature. 
Gumaga, Winneba 
Quarcoo.E. 
Presenting a Paper on Post ColOnial Literature on The Church and Its Role in 
Colonialism As Seen By Cameroonian Writers Feb, 2007 
Mensa. P. A. 
Language Image and the Sense of InclUSion (forthcoming in Proceedings of 
the First Conference on Applied Linguistics, UEW, Winneba (October 2005). 
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LANGUAGE CENTRE 
OVERVIEW 
In the 2005/2006 academic year. the Language Centre continued to focus on 
research and teaching related to the improvement of performance in languages 
used within Ghana. that is English as the official language of the country. and 
the various Ghanaian languages as vectors of education. culture and community 
interaction. Research Fellows and Tutors of the Centre were all involved in the 
teaching of the Language and Study Skills courses to fresh students. The Centre 
maintained a vibrant departmental seminar schedule despite the heavy teaching 
load of research fellows and tutors with each person giving at least one paper per 
semester. Additionally. colleagues from cognate departments who had been 
attending the seminars used the opportunity to present their own papers. We 
were also honoured to have Professor Lade Wosornu. Professor in Surgery. King 
Faisal University. Saudi Arabia to partiCipate in our seminar series. He shared 
with us and other members of the university community his journey into poetry 
and his vision as a poet. He also interacted in a special session with foreign 
students in our English proficiency programme. All in all. throughout the year 
academic staff of the Centre. in addition to teaching. pursued their research 
interests vigorously. and through workshops and seminars dialogued on issues 
related to language in education. languages in contact, language teaching. writing 
across the curriculum. and written communication and the construction of 
knowledge. Some of these issues. debates and conversations have been captured 
in papers in the peer reviewed Language Centre JOWTlal. 2006. . 
COURS~ OFFERED 
The Language Centre continued to run three major programmes: 
Certificate of English Proficiency for learners of English as a Foreign Language 
(EFL); 
Language and Study Skills (LANG 100/200 Academic Writing) for entering 
students; 
Basic course in Ghanaian Languages for Level 200 students (AFST 260) on 
behalf of the Institute of African Studies 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Certificate of English Proficiency: 38 
Academic Writing: Level 100 - 4.000; Level 200 - 500. 
• AFST 260; Dagbani - 1.016; Asante Twi - 188; Ga - 1.170 
Total: 6.912 students. 
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STAFF 
The breakdown of staff at post was: 
1 Senior Research Fellow 
5 Research Fellows 
3 Tutors 
4 Part-Time Lecturers 
3 Senior Staff 
6 Junior Staff 
Three Research Fellows. namely. Mrs. Sika Ahadzie. Mr. Moussa Traore. and Mr. 
Godknows E. K. Dorvlo were on study leave abroad. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
Adika. G.S.K. 
Survey of Dictionary Usage in Public Universities 
Research Article Introductions in Ghanaian Journals 
• Internet English: Evidence from Ghana 
Language teaching. critical voice. and t,he construction of knowledge 
Odoi,D.A 
Conducting research on elements of the autobiography in the West African 
novel as part of a PhD programme in the English Department. University of 
Ghana. 
Arhin. V.E.M 
Academic listening at the tertiary level 
Academic Writing: Drawing lessons from critical reading activities 
Methodology for EFL programmes 
Public Speaking: Language and rhetorical structure of sermons 
Ofori. K.AG. 
Ewe Dictionary project: Semantic Domain of Health in Ewe - A research on 
terms relating to sickness with the objective of providing semantic analysis 
of the names. symptoms. preventions and remedies of Sickness. 
Continued with investigation into terms relating to Semantic Domain of 
Agriculture in Ewe as part of a PhD programme in the Department of 
Linguistics, 
• Semantic Analysis of Ewe terms used in the domain of agriculture 
Akrofi-Ansah. M. 
Documenting the LJ.ltJ.l Dialect: (i) Describing LJ.ltJ.l grammar and (ii) Compiling 
LJ.ltJ.l wordlists into various semantic fields. 
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Swanzy Cobbinah 
Investigating individual learner differences 
Agyeman. N.A. 
• Serial Verb Constructions in Akan 
Middle Voice in Akan 
Boateng. S. 
Investigating the relevance of some discourse connectives In Ewe. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adika.. G.S.K. 
2006. Infelicitous use of anaphoric 'this' in undergraduate academic writing. 
Studies in Language and Uterature. Vol. 2 . University of Education, Winneba: 
Faculty of Languages. 
2006. The Language Centre's Academic Writing Programme: Responding to 
the Written Communication Needs of Graduates for the Job Market. Language 
CentreJownaL Vol. 2. 
• (forthcoming) Connective Infclicities in Undergraduate Expository Writing: 
An analysis of texts producea by University of Ghana first-year students 
Wilberforce Review. Wilberforce Island, 
(forthcoming) Expanding the Vocabulary of Academic Writing Students: An 
Experiment With Patterns of Lexis in Paul Ansah's Writing. Proceedings of 
First International Conference on Applied Linguistics. University of Education. 
Winneba. 2005. 
Amuzu.E.K. 
2005. Revisiting the Classic CodesWitching - Composite CodesWitching 
Distinction : A Case Study of Nonverbal Predication in Ewe-English 
CodesWitching. In M. Florey and P. McConveII (eds.J, Australian Journal of. 
Unguistics25.1. 2005, pp.127-151. 
2005. The Composite Matrix Language in Mixed Possessive Constructions 
in Ewe-English CodesWitching. In Monash University Unguistics Papers Vol. 
3.2; Language Contact. Hybrids and New Varieties: Emergent Possessive 
Constructions, 11-27. 
2005. CodesWitching in Ghana: Still a 'third tongue' of the educated?" In 
LegonJournal oft he Hwnanities. Vol. 16, pp. 27-53. 
2006. "Language Maintenance in Pervasive CodesWitching: Insights from 
Ghana." In Language Centre Journal. Vo1.2. 
Ofori. K.A.G. 
2005. Expressions used for Land Preparation. In Dakubu and Osam (eds.J 
Studies in Languages of Volta Basin. Vol. 3. pp. 143-146. Linguistics 
Department, University of Ghana. Legon. 
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Norgb. S.A.B. 
2006. Boateng, S .A. 'Maha': A question particle or an interpretive marker?" 
In Language Centre Joumal. Vol. 2. 
(forthcoming) Amfo, N .A.A., Boateng, S.A. & Otoo, Y. A., A comparative study 
of the morphosyntatic properties of adjectives in three kwa languages. In 
Studies in the languages of the Volta Basin 4. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS 
Adika. G. S. K. 
• Connective Infelicities in Undergraduate Expository Discourse. Language 
Centre Seminar Series. 25th October 2005. 
Expanding the Vocabulary of Academic Writing Students: An Experiment with 
Patterns of Lexis in Paul Ansah's Writing, Paper presented at the First 
International Conference on Applied Linguistics. University of Education. 
Winneba. October, 2005 
Infelicitous 'use of anaphoric 'this' in undergraduate academic writing. 
Language Centre Seminar Series, 4th April. 2006. 
The Language Centre's Academic Writing Programme: Responding to the 
Written Communication Needs of Graduates for the Job Market. Paper 
presented at the 4th Annual Faculty of Arts Colloquium, 27th -28th April 
2006. 
Amuzu.E.K. 
Codeswitching as a CompOSite of Two Linguistic Systems: Evidence from 
We-English and Akan-English Codeswitching. Language Centre Seminar 
Series. 13th September 2005, 
• Why Frequent English Verbs like go, come, eat, know etc . do not occur in 
mixed VPs in Ewe-English and Akan-English Codeswitching. Language Centre 
Seminar Series. 28th February 2006. 
Arbin. V.E.M. 
Considering the needs of learners in a large heterogeneous class: Implications 
for teaching. Language Centre Seminar Series. 18th October, 2005. 
Investigating the impact of oral interactional discourse on academic writing. 
28th March 2006. Language Centre Seminar series. 
Akrofi Ansab. M. 
Morphosyntactic Properties of LJ.ltJ.l personal pronouns. Language Centre 
Seminar Series. 21st March. 2006. 
Oforl. K.A.G. 
Why Ke and xa are generic verbs for harvesting crops in Ewe. Language 
Centre Seminar Series. 1st November, 2006. 
Semantic Analysis of Ewe terms used in the domain of Agriculture. A Ph.D 
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thesis proposal seminar. Department of linguistics. University of Ghana. 
26th October. 2005. 
Verbs of Planting in Ewe: A lexicographical approach. Legon-Trondheim Project 
Colloquium. 11th January. 2006. 
Odoi. D.A. 
The concept of choice and change in Mariama Ba's So Long a Letter. Paper 
presented at the First International Conference on Applied Linguistics. 
University of Education. Winneba. October. 2005 
• Contemporary Address forms among the Youth of Ga-Mashi. Language Centre 
Seminar Series. 21st February. 2006. 
Agyeman. N,A. 
The habitual aspect of "kT" (go in Asante). Language Centre seminar series. 
14th February. 2006. 
Norgbe. S.A.B. 
A comparative study of the morphosYntatic properties of adjectives in three 
Kwa languages. Paper presented with N.A.A. Amfo and Yvonne A. Otoo. The 
Annual Colloquium of the Legon-Trondheim linguistics project. 9th January 
2006 at the Department of Linguistics. University of Ghana. Legon. 
'Mahil': A question particle or an interpretive marker? Language Centre 
seminar series. 11 th October. 2005. 
EXTENSION SERVICES 
Adika. G.S.K. 
Editor. LegonJoumal oJthe Humanities 
Editor. Language Centre Journal 
Arhin. V.E.M. 
Effective listening and speaking. Occasional lecture at the Ghana Armed 
Forces Command and Staff College (Junior Division) 20th July 2006. 
Critical Reading and Writing. Occasional lecture at the Ghana Armed Forces 
Command and Staff College (Junior Division) 24th July 2006. 
• Effective Speech Writing Strategies. Occasional lecture at the Ghana Armed 
Forces Command and Staff College (Junior Division) 25th July 2006. 
Adjunct Lecturer. Trinity Theological Seminary. Legon. 
Member, Board of Asempa Publishers. Accra. 
Ofori. K.A.G. 
Chief Examiner. Ghanaian Languages (Ewe). WAEC 
Taught "The use and literature of a Ghanaian Language (Ewe)" at the Ghana 
Institute of Journalism. 
Translator for Asempa Publishers, Accra. 
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DEPARTMENT OF LINGUISTICS 
OVERVIEW 
The department enjoyed relative peace during the 2005/2006 academic year. 
Dr. Kofi Saah was on sabbatical leave at the Department of Applied Linguistics of 
the University of Education. Winneba. Mrs. Nana Aba Amfo. who is on study leave 
stUdying for a Ph.D in the Norwegian University of Science & Technology. spent a 
few months of the academic year in question doing field research. Prof. Kweku 
Osam spent the first semester of the academic year in the Department of 
Linguistics. Norwegian University of Science & Technology. doing research. 
The department continued to benefit from' the NUFU-funded Legon-Trondheim 
Linguistics Project. which spans three major areas of research. namely Literacy. 
Typology and Computational Lexicography. This project is jointly run by the 
Departments of Linguistics in both the University of Ghana and the Norwegian 
University of Science & Technology. Academic staff in both departments continue 
to do research in the three areas of the project. Currently. five dictionary sub-
projects are going on under the lexicography component. These are Akan. Ewe. 
Ga. Dagaare and Gurene dictionary projects. In January. 2006. precisely 9-12th 
January. the department hosted the 6th Legon-Trondheim Linguistics Project 
Annual Colloquium. This colloquium attracted researchers from Ghana. the West 
African Sub-region (Burkina Faso. La Cote d'lvoire and Togo) and Europe (Norway. 
Switzerland. Leiden). The researches that were reported were on the languages 
of the Volta Basin in Ghana. 
Between June and August. 2006. the third batch of students for the MA (TESL) 
sandwich programme were taken through their first semester courses alongside 
the second batch. who completed the second semester during the same period. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The department continued to offer its programmes at the BA. MA. M.Phil .. and 
Ph.D levels. Courses were offered in both Linguistics and Ghanaian Language 
Studies. We offered courses in core areas of linguistics. such as Phonetics & 
Phonology. Morphology. Syntax. Semantics. Ghanaian Languages (i.e. Akan. 
Dagaare. Ewe and Ga) and Electives such as Sociolinguistics. Language & Culture. 
Ethnography of Speaking. Translation. Pragmatics. Pidgins & Creoles. Language 
Planning & Development. 
ENROLLMENT 
The follOwing are the enrollment figures for the various levels during the academiC 
year. 
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Level 100 381 
Level 200 639 
Level 300 315 
Level 400 140 
MA/M.Phii. 10 
Ph.D. 5 
Total 1490 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of academic staff during the academic year was as follows: 
1 Professor 
3 Associate Professors (2 retired) 
4 Senior Lecturers 
5 Full-time Lecturers 
1 Part-time Lecturer 
1 Tutor 
BENEFACTION 
Mrs. Frederica Guerini. a Lecturer in the Faculty of Arts & Philosophy of the 
University of Bergamo in Italy. donated a book to the Department Library. The 
book is titled Language Alternation Strategies in Multilingual Settings: A Case Study 
o.fGhanaian Immigrants in Northern Italy. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
Agbedor. P. K. 
Verbal Taboos in Ewe 
• Adjectives in Kaakyi 
Language in West African Integration 
• The Heart as a Locus of Emotional Expressions in Ewe 
• A Socio-pragmatic Analysis of Ewe 'Drinking Names'. 
Ewe Dictionary Project 
Agor.J. T. 
Investigating English tense and Aspect problems of teacher-Trainees in 
Ghana. 
• Investigating English Writing problems of University of Ghana Undergraduate 
Students. 
Akanlig-Pare. G. 
• Continues research in Buli Literacy and Buli Tonology 
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Agyekum.K. 
• Akan Semiotics 
The Language of Akan Nsawa 
Akan Body Part Expressions 
Language. Politics and the Media 
Non-Verbal Communication 
Akan Language and Arbitration 
• Akan Speech Play 
Akan Ideophones 
Amfo.N.A. 
• Semantics and Pragmatics of Discourse Markers 
• Grammaticalization 
Reference 
• Information Structure 
Comparative Language Studies 
Appah. C.K. I. 
• The Syntax of Nominal Adverbials in Akan 
Number marking in Akan 
Loan Nativization in Akan 
• The Functions of Nominalizers in Akan. 
The Function of nijnyi and fo in Derived Nominals in Akan 
• Integrated serial verb Constiructions in Akan 
• Akan Dic~onary project 
Apenteng-Sackey. E. 
Akan Dictionary Project 
Bota. G. 
Sexism in the Akan language: The Role of Culture 
Lexicography and Aspects of Phonology in the Akan Dictionary 
Gender Stereotyping and Akan Proverbs 
The Akan Tonal System 
Duthie. A.S. 
English Spelling & Punctuation 
Reading Problems of Second Language Learners of English 
Dzameshie. A.K. 
Adjectives in Ewe & Akan 
Ewe Dictionary project 
Osam.E.K. 
Complementation and Serialization Interface in Akan 
Akan Verbal Semantics 
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Saanchi. J.A.N. 
The Grammar of Spatial Relations in Da~are . 
Dagaare Oral literature 
• Dagaare Lexicology &Lexicography 
CONFERENCES/SEMUNARS 
Agbedor. P K. 
NUFU Annual Colloquium. department of linguistics. University of Ghana. 
Legon. January 18-22. 2006. Presented a paper titled Aqjectives in Kaakyi. 
• Faculty of Arts Colloquium. University of Ghana. April 27-28. 2006. 
Department of Linguistics Seminar. Presented paper Verbal taboos in Ewe. 
• Ewe Dictionary Project Retreat. 1-5 August. 2905 
Ewe Dictionary Project Retreat. 3-5 November. 2005. 
Agor.J.T. 
Faculty of Arts Colloquium. University of Ghana. 27-28 April. 2006. 
Agyekum.K. 
Faculty of Arts Colloquium. University of Ghana. 27 -28 April. 2006. 
NUFU Annual Colloquium. department of Linguistics. University of Ghana. 
18-22 January. 2006. Presented paper Medical Tenninologies in Akan. 
African Literature Association International <:::onference. La Palm Beach 
Hotel. Accra. 17-22 may. 2006. 
• Linguistics Department Seminar. 12th march. 2006. Presented a paper 'The 
Ethnography of Akan Speech Play'. 
Etiquette and Non-Verbal Communication. Paper presented to ISEP students. 
16th February. 2006. 
Ghanaian Cultural Etiquette. Paper presented to University Studies Abroad 
Consortium (USAC), 21st January. 2006. 
Ghanaian Culture. Politeness and Non-Verbal Communication: A case for 
the foreign Student. Paper presented to ISEP University students. 19th 
January. 2006. 
Ghanaian traditional Ethics and Etiquette.: A case for the Foreign Student. 
Paper presented to TUFT University Students. 26th August. 2005. 
Akanlig-Pare. G. 
4th Gur Conference. University of Bayreuth. Germany. 12-14th September. 
2005. Presented a paper "Morpho-syntactic Tone in Buli" 
Legon-Trondheim Annual Linguistics Colloquium and Workshop. University 
of Ghana. Legon. 9-12 January. 2006. Presented a paper 'The tono-syntax of 
object marking and object focus in Buli'. 
Department of Linguistics seminar. 1 st March. 2006: Some Tone Processes 
in Buli. 
Faculty of Arts colloquium. April 27-28. 2006. Presented a paper: 'Phonetics 
at the Service of the Security service and the Legal System' 
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Amfo, N.A.A. 
Syntactic Variation versus Semantic Uniqueness: A study of the 
Multifunctional Marker no in Akan. Department of Linguistics Seminar, 
September, 2005. 
Explaining Connections in Akan Discourse: The Role of Discourse markers. 
Languages in Contrast Conference, Oslo, NOIway, June, 2006. 
Focus markers in Akan. 3rd Lodz Symposium on Linguistic Pragmatics. Lodz, 
Poland, May, 2006. 
• Akan Demonstratives. 37th Annual Conference on African Linguistics. 
Eugene, Oregon, April, 2006. 
A Comparative Study of Adjectives in Three Kwa languages (with Stella 
Boateng & Yvonne Otoo). Annual Legon-Trondheim NUFU Colloquium, 
Department of Linguistics, University of Ghana, January, 2006. 
'Abroad' and Semantically Related Terms in Some European languages and 
Akan (with Thorstein Fretheim), 4th International Contrastive Linguistics 
Conference, Santiago de Compostela. Spain, September, 2005. 
Appah, C.K.I. 
Department of Linguistics Seminar, 29th April. 2006. The Function of nil 
nyi and fo in Derived Nominals in Akan'. 
• 4th Annual Faculty of Arts Colloquium, 27-28 April, 2006. Presented a paper 
(withKofi Agyekum & Apenteng-Sackey) 'Linguistics and the Job Marker. 
Apenteng-Sacky, E. 
• Department of Linguistics Seminar, 28th September, 2005. 'Aspects of 
Allegory: Aging in Akan'. 
• Department of Linguistics Seminar, 22nd March, 2006. 'Aspects of Archaism 
in Akan'. 
4th Faculty of Arts Colloquium, 27-28 April, 2006. 'Linguistics & the Job 
Marker (with Kofi Agyekum & Clement Appah). 
Dota,G, 
Akan Dictionary Project Workshop, 4-6 January, 2006, 
Annual NUFU Colloquium, department of Linguistics, University of Ghana, 
Legon, 9-12 January, 2006. Presented a Paper -A descriptive Analysis of the 
Bono Tonal System: Its Relationship with Other Dialects of Akan' 
• Faculty of Arts colloquium, University of Ghana, Legon, 27-28 April, 2006. 
Presented a paper: 'Silence as a Communicative Tool Among Students: A 
Case study of the University of Ghana.' 
• Department of Linguistics Seminar, 12 April, 2006. The Bono (Akan) Tonal 
System: A Reflection of Some Strengths and Lapses in the Autosegmental 
Representation' . 
Duthie. A. S. 
'English Spelling and Punctuation'. Paper presented at TESL Workshop, 
Department of Linguistics. 7 April, 2006. 
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Dzameshie. A. K. 
Legon-Trondheim Linguistics Project Annual Colloquium. 9-12'h January, 
2006, Department of Linguistics, University of Ghana, Legon. Presented a 
paper 'A Comparative Study of Adjectives in Ewe and Akan·. 
Ewe Dictionary Project Workshop, Frafraha, 1-5 August, 2005. 
Ewe Dictionary Project Workshop, Frafraha, 3-5 November, 2005. 
Osam. E.K. '. 
UNESCO/ACALAN Conference on Joining Forces in Preserving Africa's 
Linguistic Diversity, Bamako, Mali, March 23-25, 2006. Presented a paper: 
Teaching African Languages at the University: An Overview of the Ghanaian 
Experience. 
Legon-Trondheim Linguistics project Annual Colloquium, University of 
Ghana, 9-13 January, 2006. Presented a paper: 'Grammaticalization in Slow 
Motion; The case of the Complementizer rna in Akan.' 
Legon-Trondheim Linguistics project Annual Colloquium, University of 
Ghana, 9-13 January, 2006. Presented a paper (with Kofi Abrefa):Tonal 
Patterns of Akan Focus Constructions'. 
Department of Linguistics Seminar. Presented a paper: 'Akan Modality Verbs: 
A Confluence of Complementation and Serialization'. 
Saanchi. J. A. N. 
• Department of Linguistics Seminar. 5 April, 2005. Presented Paper 'Dagaare 
Basic Clause Structure'. 
Faculty of Arts Colloquium, 27 -28 April, 2006, 
PUBLICATIONS 
Agbedor. P. K. 
• Address Forms in Ewe: A Socio-pragmatic Investigation. Issues in International 
Comrrumication 1: 41-59: 
.Pronouns in Ewe and Kaakyi. Studies in the Languages of the Volta Basin 
(SIAVOBjVolume 3: 96-103 
Lexical BorrOwing: The Case of Ewe, In Obeng, S. G. & Obeng, C. S. 2006. 
From Linguistics to Cultural Anthropology: Aspects of Language. Culture and 
FamUy Issues in Ghana (West Africa). LINCOM Studies in African Linguistics 
No. 68:86-110. 
Agor.J.T. 
(Forthcoming) A Basic Grammar of English for Teacher Training Colleges 
Agyekum.K. 
Aspects of Akan Semiotics. In Obeng, S. G. & Obeng, C. S. (eds.) From 
Unguistics to Cultural Anthropology: Aspects of language. Culture and Family 
Issues in Ghana. LINCOM Studies in African Linguistics 68: 121-133. 
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• Lexical Expansion and Elaboration in Akan: Afisem and the Media. Issues in 
Political Discourse Analysis 1: 71-85. 
An Akan Oral Artist: The Use of Proverbs in the Lyrics of Kwabena Konadu. 
Research Review NS 21. 1: 1-17. 
• Polysemy and Metaphorical Extension in Hunu 'Vision' Verb of Perception in 
Akan. In M.E.K. dakubu & E. K. Osam (eds.) Studies in the Languages oJthe 
Volta Basin (SIAVOBj 3: 147-162. 
• The Pragmatics of Requests in Akan Communication. Legon Journal oj 
Humanities 16: 1-26. 
Amfo.N.A.A 
Thorstein. Fretheim & Amfo. Nana Aba. 2005. Reference. Determiners and 
Descriptive Content. Working Papers ISK 2: 87-112. 
• Clausal Conjunction in Akan. Lingua (Online) 
Thorstein F. & Amfo. Nana Aba. 2005. On the Non-existent Role of 
Implicatures in Signalling of Discourse Referents. Working Papers ISK 2: 61-
74. 
• Thorstein F. & Amfo. Nana, Aba. 2005. A Relevance-Theoretic Approach to 
the Linguistic Signalling of Discourse Referents. In Valchanova. M & T. A. 
Afarli (eds.) Grammar and Beyond: Essays in HonouroJLars Helan (pp. 131-
156). Oslo: Novus. 
Recurrence Marking in Akan. Pragmatics 15. No. 2-3: 151-168. 
Appah. Clement K. I. 
Action Nominalization in Akan. Studies in the Languages oj the Volta Basin 
(SIAVOBj 3: 132-142. 
Apenteng-Sackey.E. 
Apenteng-Sackey E .. Apraku. L. D & Asiama. S. A. 2005. Akuapem Kasasua 
Mjiase Nwoma 6. Akwapem Language Studies Pupils' Book 6. Unimax 
Macmillan Ltd. 
Apenteng-Sackey. E. Apraku. L. D & Asiama. S. A. 2005. A Course in Ghanaian 
Languages and Culture: Teachers' Guide 5 & 6. 
Bota.G. 
Forthcoming: A Descriptive Analysis of the Bono Tonal system: Its 
Relationship With Other Dialects of Akan. In K. Osam & M. E. Kropp-Dakubu 
(eds.j Studies in the Languages oJthe Volta Basin (SIA VOB) 4. 
Duthie. A.S. 
Sounds & Spelling; Solving the Initial reading problem in Ghana. In Obeng. 
S. G. (ed.) Ghanaian Languages and Cultures. LINCOM (2005). 
Dzameshie. A.K. 
Argument Sharing Patterns in Ewe Serial Verb Constructions. In M. E. Kropp-
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Dakubu & E. K. Osam (eds .J. Studies in the Languages of the Volta Basin 
(SLA VOB) 3: 10-17. 
Osam.E.K. 
M. E. Kropp-Dakubu & E. K. Osam (eds.) Studies in the languages of the Volta 
Basin (SLA VOB) 3. Proceedings of the Annual Colloquium of the Legon-
Trondheim Linguistics Project. January 18-20, 2005. 
Saanchi. J .A.N. 
Dagaare Spatial Grams and the Non-Locomotory Verbs . . In M. E . Kropp-
Dakubu & E. K. Osam (eds.J. Studies in the Languages of the Volta Basin 
(SLA VOB) 3: 63-73. 
DEPARTMENT OF MODERN LANGUAGES 
OVERVIEW 
The major thrust of the Department's activities during the period under review 
has been to redesign courses to respond to the learning needs of students and 
thereby improve their proficiency and level of performance. Not only was a 
Departmental retreat organised to fulfil this objective, but also all students were 
brought together at the Departmental and sectional levels over a period of three 
days to freely interact with Faculty and express their academiC problems for open 
discussion and remedy. 
Again, emphasis has been given to Language Club activities as a means of creating 
informal opportunities for students to work with the various languages and develop 
grea ter interest in them. thereby faCilitating their learning. Dormant clubs were 
reactivated while those that did not exist were created. 
One other development of great significance to the Department is the proposal to 
transform the Department into a School of Modem Languages and Translation; a 
proposal which is still being considered by the Planning Committee before its 
approval by Academic Board. The expected approval should make room for the 
possible introduction of Portuguese. Chinese and German. 
Finally, much effort is being made to sustain Departmental seminar series as a 
way of encouraging Faculty to publish . 
Year Abroad Programme 
The Department continues to take advantage of the Ghana Government 
scholarships programme to send students to various countries for immersion 
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courses in the five language areas as follows: 
Language Country Government Self-sponsoring 
scholarship 
Arabic E{MJt 5 
Russian Moscow 5 
Spanish Cuba 5 
Swahili Tanzania 5 
French Benin 99 
France (Caen) 22 
France (Strasbourg) - 6 
France (Sorbonne) 5 
Students Intake: 
Section Level 100 Level 200 Level 300 Level 400 
MA/Mphil 
Arabic 128 102 17 5 0 
French 328 308 217 91 II 
Russian 198 84 28 4 I 
Spanish 170 162 38 55 0 
Swahili 172 91 18 5 0 
New Appointments 
Prof. Paschal Kyoore. Visiting professor in French: from 3 August- 31 December 
2006 
Mr. Johnson A. Asunka (Spanish) : from 1s t August 2006 
Ms. Cecilia Suarez Vierra (Spanish): from August 2006 - 31st July 2008 
Mr Iddrisu Abubakari Yakubu (ArabiC. 'part-time) 
Contract Appointment 
Mrs. Hamida Harrison (Swahili) : lSI August 2006- 31 sl July 2007 
Mr. F. A. Acquaye (Swahili): 1st August 2006- 3P'July 2007. 
Part-Time Re-appointments 
Prof. R.F. Amonoo (French) 
Dr. W.O. Animfen (French) 
Mr. B.A.R. Braimah (Arabic) 
STAFFING POSITION 
Head of Department - Dr. R. Yennah 
Sectional Coordinators 
Arabic Mrs. Bentil-Mawusi 
French Dr.C.Badasu 
Russian Mrs. A. Arthur 
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Spanish Ms.A. Woode 
Swahili Dr. [Mrs.) J. Dzahene-Quarshie 
PUBLICATIONS 
Asaah.A. H. 
• La tradition matricentriste au service du radicalisme: !"image 
multidimensionnelle de la mere dans Femme nue, femme noire de Calixthe 
Beyala. Dalhousie French Studies 76 (2006) : 101-112. 
Femme nue.jemme noire de Calixthe Beyala ou la fusion du sacre et du profane. 
Nouvelles Etudes FrWlcophones [NEF) 21.1 (2006) : 21-40. 
Le monde vu par les animaux: la narration animaliere ou rart du 
decentrement. Notre LibraiTie 163 (2006) : 35-41. 
Veneration et irreverence dans La plWltation de Calixthe Beyala Riveneuve 
Continents 4 (2006) : 80-84. 
La plWltation de Calixthe Beyala: provocation. identite et langage. Indications 
63.1 (2006) : 55-58. 
Fiction africaine francophone, violence mondialisee et contre-discours." 
Interculturell0 (2006): 53-64. 
L'inscription du corps dans quatre romans postcoloniaux d·Mrique. Presence 
FrWlcophone 66 (2006):57 -80. 
Calixthe Beyala ou Ie disc ours blasphematoire au propre. Cahiers d'Etudes 
Afticaines 181 (2006) : 158-168. 
Entre Senghor et Beyala : une affaire de controverse, de divergence et de 
resonance." Francofonia 15 (2006). 
To Speak or not to Speak with the Whole Mouth: Textualization of Taboo 
Subjects in Europhone Mrican Literature. Journal ofB lack Studies 36.4(2006): 
497-514. 
Le solei! entre fixite et devenir: Ie lecteur devant la presence solaire 
enigmatique dans Les soleils des independances d'Ahmadou Kourouma. 
Ethiopiques 76 (2006): 169-182. . 
Beyond the Borders of the Locality: Postcolonial and Universal Dimensions 
to Ferdinand Oyono's Houseboy." Annales Aequatoria 26(2005): 451-465. 
.. Rapports peres-enfants dans Une vie de boy de Ferdinand Oyono." Synergies 
Afrique Australe 1 (2005) : 12-18. 
Veneration and Desecration in Calixthe Beyala's Lapetitefille du reverbere." 
Research inAfticWl Literature 36. 4 (2005): 155-171. 
Les soleils: defis du temps, choix et destin." In Sossou. Pierre Kadi & 
Bernadette Kassi [eds.), Un Donsomana pour Kourouma. 2006. Ottawa: 
University of Ottawa Press. 205-216. 
Yennah. R. 
Le role de la traduction dans revolution des langues : Ie cas de la traduction 
franGais-dagaare • in Abou Napon [ed.), Actes du 5e Co/loque inter-universitaire 
sur la coexistence des langues en Afrique de I'Ouest. Ouagadougou, 2005. p. 
401-422 
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Azanku. K. W. 
The LECIA French Proficiency Programme: Methodological Options and 
Challenges" Legon Journal oj International Affairs. Vol. 2 No .2, November 
2005; pp. 55-66. 
On-going Research/Papers Read at Seminars & Conferences 
Yennah.R. 
La methode cartesienne et la pedagogie de la dissertation" read at 
International Conference on the Coexistence of languages in West Africa, 
Cape Coast. 27-29 September. 2006. 
• Nurture, nature and the mathematics of culture in the light of selected 
works of Voltaire, Rousseau and the eighteenth century" read at International 
Conference on Language. Teaching and Research: the African Experience. 
University of Winneba, 8" 10 November 2006. 
Lamptey. V.A.O. 
• Creative literary projections of African socio-cultural historicity" read at 
International Conference of the Association of African Literature Association, 
Accra, May 2006. 
Asaah.A.H. 
Comparative Perspectives on Matricide and InfantiCide in African Creative 
Writing." 4th Inter- University Conference on the Co-existence of Languages 
in West Africa .. University of Cape Coast. September 25-28. 2006. 
• In the Realm of the Beyond: Pan-Africanism, Cross-Border Lifeand Identity 
in Ahmadou Kourouma's Novels." African Literatures Association (ALA) 
Conference on Pan-Africanism and Creative Dialogue. La Palm Royal Beach 
Hotel. Accra. May 17-21. 2006 
• Hope beyond the Chains: New Perspectives on the Death-Survival Motif in 
African Women's Creative Writing." African Literatures Association (ALA) 
Conference on Pan-Africanism and Creative Dialogue, La Palm Royal Beach 
Hotel. Accra. May 17-21, 2006. 
Les rapports mortiferes mere-enfant dans Ie roman africain francophone." 
Multidisciplinary Conference on Ethical and Aesthetic Issues around Lethal 
Relationships between Mother and Child, Michel de Montaigne University 
III, Bordeaux. France, December 1-3, 2005. 
Stylistic Manifestations of Traditional Culture in Francophone African 
Women's Novels. LegonJoumal oJthe Humanities 16 (2005) . (In Press). 
Language. Gender and Feminism in Contemporary African Women's Novels." 
LanguageCentreJournal 2 (2006) . (In Press). 
From Ambivalence to Indictment: Perspectives on Female Genital Mutilation 
in Sub-Saharan African Fiction. Papers in Modem Languages 5 (2006). (In 
Press). 
Entre dysfonctionnement et developpement : les representations de 
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renseignant dans Ie roman afIicain francophone. Revue de l'Universite de 
Moncton 37.1 (2006). (In Press). 
Le tIiomphe de la vie dans Gouvemeurs de la rosee de Jacques Roumain." 
Langues et litteratures (2006). (In Press). 
Badasu. C.K.M. 
• RewIiting the self/other Equation: The Post-colonial Agenda in Sembene 
Ousmane's Les Bouts de bois de Dieu" 32nd Annual Meeting and Conference 
of the MIican Literature Association on "Pan-MIicanism in the 21 st Century: 
Generations in creative Dialogue. Accra, 17-21 May, 2006. 
• The Self/Other Question in Ferdinand Oyono's Une Vie de Boy" Forthcoming 
in the LegonJoumal oj the Humanities 
Adam.G.N. 
• Surrendering the Humanities to the Forces of the Market: A subversion of 
the Philosophy underlying the Education System in Ghana" - Faculty of 
Arts Colloquium - 27-28 April. 2006. 
"In Search of an Alternative Development Trajectory for Ghana: Some Lessons 
from Russia under Peter the Great" Inter-Faculty Lecture, October 12, 2006. 
The Use of Euphemisms: A Legitimate Stylistic Device or an Instrument of 
Linguistic Manipulation?" (Accepted for publication in Language Centre 
Journal - University of Ghana.) 
Azanku. K.W. 
Defining Professional French: Scope, Content and Methodology". First UEW 
Confetence on Applied Linguistics, 3rd - 5th October, 2005. 
Le role de la Perception dans l'entreprise Poetique. Une ebauche Theorique 
pour la Lecture du texte poetique.. Forthcoming in The Joumal oj Modem 
Languages. 
Approches des etudes balzaciennes a rUniversite du Ghana". Forthcoming 
in TheJoumalojModemLanguages. 
WORKSHOPSANDSE~NARS 
A Departmental retreat/workshop was organised at Errata Hotel. on 14th October 
2006, on the topiC "Improving teaching and learning through collaboration among 
Faculty and transparency in full course outline". The outcome was very significant 
because it gave all lecturers the opportunity to wIite a detailed course outline for 
each of their courses, based on a format adopted by the Department. 
Meanwhile several lecturers presented papers as part of the annual series of 
Departmental seminars organised by the Department. 
Besides. as many as five lecturers from the Department attended and presented 
papers at an inter-University Seminar held at the University of Cape Coast (25 -
28 September 2006) on "The Co-existence of languages in West Mrica" and a few 
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others presented papers at another Seminar at The University of Win neba  (7 - 11 
November 2006) on "Language teaching and research : The African experience". 
Benefaction 
The French Embassy in collaboration with the Department made a proposal. which 
was accepted by the Vice Chancellor. for the expansion of the R. F. Amonoo Building 
to accommodate a "Maison Fran<;aise" comprising a Documentary and Resource 
Centre (completed). a mini language laboratory (completed) and a multipurpose 
hall. The other component of the expansion work will make available to the 
Department two Lecture rooms. while the current language laboratory will be 
refurbished with new language laboratory equipment. Furthermore. one lecturer 
is on a French Government Scholarship for a PhD in French while three (3) 
graduate assistants and one (1) lecturer. were sponsored in July 2006 for a summer 
sh9rt course (4 weeks) in Caen. France. 
The Arabic section received a large quantity of language. literature and religions 
books from the World Assembly of Moslem Youth (Africa Office). including three 
(3) computers and audio material. 
. The Russian section also receive some books from the Russian Embassy. on the 
occasion of the visit of the Russian Ambassador to the Department. Discussions 
were held on the pOSSibility of increasing the number of scholarships for the Year 
Abroad programme in Russia. 
The Spanish embassy also provided a number of (used) items to the Spanish 
section: two computers with printers. a split air conditioner. a photocopy machine. 
three office chairs and four radio cassette players. 
DEPARTMENT OF PHILOSOPHY 
OVERVIEW 
The year under review was a dramatic year for the Department of Philosophy as 
it was rocked by scandals involving examination malpractices and fiddling with 
examination results by some staff and students. Mr. C.B.K Archampong was 
appOinted Head of Department during the crises. The previous Head of Department 
and the Messenger were dismissed by the UniverSity. Other senior and junior 
staffs were transferred and new administratio.n staff instated. 
COURSES 
In all. courses were run from level 100 through 400. 
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Prof. Mercy A. Oduyoye: Books. 
Mrs. Hannah Nyarko and Mrs. Sena Siaw-Boateng: Transportation of books 
from South Africa. 
Rev. Dr. B. A. Ntreh: Books. 
• Dr. James Ault. Jr.: Book and film production on CD. 
Mr. Rockson Atakole: Book. 
Mr. Keith Smith: Book. 
SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS 
OVERVIEW 
The School of Performing Arts. established in the 1962/63 academic year. has 
three academic departments: Music. Theatre Arts. and Dance Studies. All three 
disciplinary areas offer 2-year diploma as well as B.A. and B.F.A. degree courses. 
Music offers B. Mus. M.A./M,Phii and P.Hd. programmes. whilst Theatre Arts 
offers post-graduate degrees ofM.FA/M.Phil. 
The School has a very dynamic resident theatre company. Abibigromma. as well 
as a research wing. International Centre for African Music and Dance established 
by Emeritus Professor J.H. Kwabena Nketia. It is currently under the Acting-
directorship of Dr. Asante Darkwa. The Efua T. Sutherland Drama Studio is 
another major centre for the performing arts. 
The School of Performing Arts attracts a great deal of patronage from international 
students and research scholars. During the year under review. the School offered 
both full and short courses to a large number of international students in the 
three areas of dance. drama and music. It also played host to a number of research 
students and scholars. 
This should put the school in a position to make a contribution to the re-
interpretation and development of African art and culture. providing a spur to 
creative thinking and activity in the field of national culture. 
As a School of Performing Arts. the School should gear its programmes. infused 
as they must be with the results of the School's researches. to the provision of 
systematic and integrated training of performers in Music. Dance and Drama. 
and provide an outlet for creative work and the dissemination of knowledge of the 
arts. through its extension and vacation programmes. as well as regular full-
time course. 
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It would be impossible for the School to begin to meet these obligations in full if it 
were to operate in isolation from the Institute of African Studies and society at 
large. For it is vital for the School, in the development of its courses and the 
conduct of its outreach programmes. to be able to call upon the research product 
of the Institute in the area of art and culture. 
Equally. the School cannot develop programmes or train authentic performers of 
our Music. Dance and Drama unless it reaches out for interaction with traditional 
performers and local audiences. 
ACHIEVEMENTS 
The School of Performing Arts that combines the three disciplines of Drama. 
Music and Dance in the training of Middle and Management level manpower 
needs of several establishments in Ghana and. indeed. internationally and 
continues to play that role among other obligations and commitments: The Ghana 
Education Service (the largest beneficiary). The National Commission on Culture 
(with its numerous Centres for National Culture spread throughout the country. 
each requiring trained cultural performing arts expects), our Universities (where 
over ninety percent of the teaching staff of the school are alumni of the School of 
Performing Arts), The National Theatre of Ghana. G.B.C. (T.V. and Radio 
Programmes Producers and Directors). the numerous F.M. Stations. Video Film 
Production Outfits. Professional and Amateur Performance Groups and. not the 
least Universities in Africa. Europe. America. Canada. Japan. Korea. and other 
Far Eastern countries. 
Through its productions and outreach programmes. the School continued with 
its enrichment of the cultural life of the University and surrounding communities. 
Staff & Student Productions 
These are an essential academic and professional requirement for the School. 
Participation in prodUctions/performances is a requirement for the award of 
diplomas/degrees in the performing arts. 
The Theatre Season has also become an established programme in which a 
sample of the School's productions for the year is presented to the community at 
large. It involves some production and publicity expenses such as feeding. transport 
expenses of a large number of students and honorarium. 
Infrastructural Development 
The School is currently equipped with a computer laboratory for use by both faculty 
and students of the School in teaching and learning. The Efua T. Sutherland 
Drama studio has been renovated. Canopies erected to provide shelter to both 
Students and Lecturers during rehearsals and practical classes. 
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Refurbishing of the male and female changing rooms to standard makes them 
convenient for use by foreign students of the School as well. 
Hosted Programs 
The School hosted quiet a number of educational programmes during the past 
year. Prof. Debora Small of the California State University visited and gave a 
Lecture in a Workshop hosted by the School. Performances by the 5 th Fleet Band 
of the U.S. Navy. and others were also hosted. 
ADMINISTRATION 
Central 
Dr. William O. Anku Ag. Director 
Mrs. Henrietta Obeng-Djan Assistant Registrar 
Mr. Johnson Bissi Assistant Librarian 
Departmen ts / Sections 
Dr. P.Z. Kongo Head. MusiC Department 
Mr. S.A. Newman Head. Dance Studies Department 
Mr. J.K. Djisenu Head. Theatre Arts Dept. 
Dr. Elias Esiama Manager. E.T.S. Drama Studio 
Mr. Agyeman Ossei Artistic Director. Abibigromma 
Dr. Asante Darkwa Director. ICAMD 
DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC 
OVERVIEW/COURSES 
The Department of music offers a wide range of academic and practical courses 
in the following programs: Ph.D. (3 years fulltime & 5 years part-time) M.Phil (a 2 
year program with focus on Ethnomusicology. Music Theory & Composition. 
Performance and Music Technology). M.A. (a 1 year research oriented program in 
Ethnomusicology). B.A. /B.Mus (3 years). BFA (4 years). as well as a two year 
Diploma in General Music. 
In the first semester 2006. the Department's enrolment stood at 1088 total. This 
included students majoring in music as well as a good number of non-majors. 
There were 5 Ph.D. students and 20 graduate students in the MA and M.Phil. 
programs. There were 38 foreign students. 947 undergraduate students in BA. 
BFA and B.Mus. and 78 students altogether in the Diploma programs. 
Detailed enrolment figures were as follows: 
Dip. in General MusiC I 32 
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Dip. in General Music II 46 
BA / B.F.A 100 240 
B.A. / B.F.A 200 233 
BA/B.F.A./B.MUS 300 420 
B.A./B.FA/B.MUS 400 54 
M.Phil / MA I 11 
M.Phil / MA II 9 
Ph.D. 5 
Foreign Students 38 
Total 1088 
Courses in Music of Africa (Theory and Practicals) continue to attract an increasing 
number of international students (Visiting/Special/Exchange) under the 
University of Ghana linkage programs. This year there are a total of 38 exchange 
students. 
The Department will continue to improve the quality of instruction in both 
academic and practical development of skills. It aims to define key areas of 
specialization designated as follows: 
Musicology (Ethnomusicology/  African Musicology/African. World. and Black 
Diasporic Popular Music /Church Music. Choral Music and local gospel) 
Theory and Composition 
Performance 
Music Technology (Electro-acoustic Music). 
These key areas are balanced by an Outreach and Work experience program 
called Process of Arts. 
The Department is equipped with a few computers with some music applications 
installed on them to enable students to interact freely with some of the "cutting 
edge" technology in music application. So far students' interest in this new area 
of the Department's program has been overwhelming. The computer laboratory 
has become a major resource and nerve center for the Department. Staff and 
Students are now able to transcribe. compose. orchestrate. arrange and print 
their works as well as record music using resources aVailable for studio sound 
processing. We no doubt need some funding to maintain and improve the available 
facilities . 
Already. the Vice-Chancellor has brought a significant contribution in the renewal 
of the Music Department's musical eqUipment. This eqUipment valued at more 
than 200 million cedis. consists of a complete Brass Band set. a Dance Band set 
and a high quality peavey system with microphones assortiment for public choir 
performance. The Department takes tremendous pride in providing musical 
support at several University ceremonies. (the Congregation. Matriculation. 
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Awards ceremonies. and University Athletic programs. etc). Off-campus. individual 
students continue to provide music leadership in the communities and in 
Churches around the Accra metropolis and beyond. 
COLLABORATIONS AND WORKSHOPS DURING 2005/2007 
Some of the collaborations and workshops between the Music Department and 
other organisations and ensembles were as follows. 
Talks initiated since March 2005 by Dr. Ralph Alexander Kohler. a German 
musicologist. between the Music Department. Legon. and the German New 
Music Compositional Project Global Interplay. based in Stuttgart. Germany. 
led to a fruitful collaboration as explained below: 
From August 2005 to June 2006. eight intercultural workshops were 
organized at Legon to prepare a selection of eight young Ghanaian composers. 
to an international festival of New Music in Stuttgart. Germany. 
Consequently. from 14 to 29 July 2006. the Global Interplay Project brought 
together two representatives of the Legon platform and other young composers 
from Beijing. Shanghai. Cairo. Berlin and Columbia University (New York) 
at the ISCM World New Music festival in Stuttgart. Professor J. H. Kwabena 
Nketia and Dr. P. Zabana Kongo served as the mentors for the Legon 
Compositional platform representing the Sub Saharan Africa. 
In November 2005. a group of twelve students from Hanover University of 
Education led by three lecturers spent two weeks in the Music Department. 
Legon. for a series of workshops in African and western music. Joint 
demonstrations of choral music and African ensemble were set to wrap up 
the collaboration. 
January 2006: during his one-month stay in Ghana. Prof. Kofi Agawu. the 
most read nowadays among the African musicologists. devoted time to 
strengthen his collaboration with the Music Department. LegoI}. attending 
staff colloquia and meetings. accepting advisor roles for our PHD students 
with possible acceptance of adjunct professorship when initiated by the 
Department. 
Professor Kofi Agawu. member of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences. 
is one of the most prestigious Ghanaian scholars in MusiC as well as African 
and African American Studies in the USA. He had served as a Deputy Director 
of the ICAMD before moving. in 2000. to Princeton as the supervisor of 
Doctoral Studies in Ethnomusicology. Since the beginning of August 2006. 
he has moved from Princeton to Harvard that chronicles qualify hopefully as 
his last stop in his tour oj leading American universities. 
AFFILIATION TO THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT 
August-November 2006: the Music Department. University of Ghana. Legon. met 
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twice on an application for affiliation relating to a "Baptist church Music 
Programme". The consensus' was that. whatever the Africanization or the 
contextualization ofthe Baptist programme. the Baptist Church would be advised 
on the musical component in order to match the standards of University church 
music studies. Without being normative, examples of such programmes have 
been drawn from German and Finland's Universities. 
GRANTS 
The Music Department has received a EURO 10,000.00 donation from the Siemens 
Musikstiftung for international composition workshops, a project, which will be 
directed by Dr. Zabana Kongo and Dr. Ralf Alexander Kohler. The director of the 
SWR New Music Radio Station, Germany has confirmed to Dr. Ralf Alexander 
Kohler. that the German radio will sponsor a trip for 'six to ten Ghanaian music 
students to Germany covering flights and hotel expenses. 
EXCHANGE PROGRAMS 
From 2002 to 2007, six student; lecturer exchange programs have been negotiated 
between the Music Department. Legon, and Western Universities (Darting ton in 
UK, Sibelius in Finland, Milan in Italy, Hanover in Germany, Alberta and Simon-
Frazier in Canada). During the 2005-2007 academic years, four of these programs 
have been well established with an effective exchange of students (Sibelius, 
Hanover and Simon-Frazier) or lecturers (Sibelius and Hanover): while the 
University of Alberta is preparing actively a summer program to be held at Legon 
in August 2007. 
The Music Department. Legon, received 12 students in Music Education from 
the University of Hanover, Germany, in November 2005. The 12 students were 
accompanied by 3 lecturers for a series of workshops in African and western 
music. One of the lecturers, Mr. Karl Florian, came back to Legon after the 2-
week collective workshop . He applied and obtained a visiting scholar position 
during the 1st semester 2006-2007. He has been impressed by his stay in Legon 
and is ready to submit an application for a full-tenure track in Anthropology of 
MusiC. 
In return, Legon had the opportunity of sending two exchange graduate students 
to Hanover for a 10-month stay. These candidates were an M. Phil. student Nana 
DansowaKena-Amoah as well as a tutor/Ph. D. candidate Emmanuel Boamah. 
Both came back to Accra in August 2006. 
In relation to Finland, Mr. Prince Evans Cudjoe, Level 300 student in the Music 
Department. University of Ghana, Legon, had been nominated to embark on a 
Student Exchange Program at the Sibelius Academy as part of his Degree in 
Music, for one academic year starting from August 31 , 2006. 
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Moreover the Finnish partners invited the Legon's drum instructor Johnson 
Kemeh for a two-week teacher exchange visit to the Sibelius Academy during 
the autumn term 2006. Conversely. at the beginning of the 2nd semester 2006-
2007. they sent Mr. Eero Koivistoinen. a Jazz saxophonist from Sibelius Academy 
to stay one month in the Music Department. Legon. until February 18. 2007. 
while Mr. Florian Rynkowski. the Sibelius exchange student of Jazz bass was to 
arrive at Legon on February 15. 2007 for one semester. 
Lastly. The Simon-Frazier University. in Canada. accepted an MPhii music 
exchange student from Legon. Mr. Lawrence Obro for a 9-month program in Music 
Technology. 
2005-07 Received exchange students Visiting Lecturers 
Legon 12 Students in Education from 3 from Hanover 
Hanover. 
1 Jazz student from Sibelius 
A summer course actively planned 1 Jazz saxophonistfrom 
with Alberta students Sibelius Academy 
Sibelius 1 piano student from Legon 1 master drummer 
instructor from Legon 
Hanover 1 PHD & 1 MPhii candidates 
from Legon 
Simon-Frazier 1 MPhii student in Music 
Technology from Legon 
Alberta 
NEW COURSE CODES 
The Music Department participated in the 3-day retreat of the School of Performing 
Arts at Dodowa from 10 to 12 January 2007. Among other topics. The SPA 
representatives aimed at finalizing the on-going effort of Simplification and 
harmonization of course codes within and amidst the 3 Departments tlf the School 
of Performing Arts. Beyond the difference in the requirements. similarities of 
time table and contents between BA. BFA and B. MUS programs have led the 
Music Department to discard the BFA SPAM course codes that were just repeating 
the content of MUS course codes. Mess Amartey and Quartey from the Academic 
Directory assisted the School in this exercise. Minor structural changes to the 
syllabus consisted of injecting practicals at all core level. retaining 12 credits for 
the annual cores and allowing a substantial chOice in the prescribed electives 
depending on the underlying students' tracks: Theory and Composition. 
Musicology. Performance or MUSic Technology. with poSSibility of overlapping 
among the courses involved in every track. 
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STAFFING POSITION 
Faculty members. Instructors. Production assistants and National service 
The 18 academic members at hand include 
- 8 full time lecturers 
- 3 tutors 
- 1 professor and 1 lecturer on contract 
- 3 part time lecturers 
- 2 part time tutors 
Full time lecturers Tutors On contract Part time Part time tu tors 
Dr. P. Z. Kongo Mr. E. Boamah Dr. A. Darkwa Dr. A. ASiamah Mr. GM Amoah? 
Dr. W.O. Anku, Mr. A. Dzokoto Pr. J. C. Collins Dr.N. Fiagbedzi Mr. EboTaylor 
Dr. Ralph A. Kohler Mrs. B. Adorn Mr. G. Addo 
Dr. Kyoung ok Kim 
Mr. T.E. Andoh 
Mr. J. A. Amuah 
Mr. Ken Kafui 
Mrs. Adwoa Arhine 
Mrs. D. Mpereh has been retired this year by the University for Health Problems. 
Five Instructors handle efficiently the practicals related to African traditional 
music: 
Drumming Xylophone Voice. Drumming, 
chordophones 
Johnson Kemeh: Instructor Aaron Bebe Sukura: 
Instructor B.A. Kyerematen: 
(multipurpose) Instructor 
Michael Davor : 
Assistant Instructor 
• A Senior Production Assistant. in the person of Mr. Isaac Yeboah. assists in 
the teaching of the Xylophone while he manages Students' LAB. 
The Music Department has forwarded 12 national service personnel for the 
2006-2007 academic year, in view of maintaining the standards of its chorale, 
pop and string ensembles. 
Staff development project initiated during the (2005) Swedru retreat 
The School of Research and Graduate Studies has been provided with a list of 
hard working music students involved. although without explicit commitment 
from the Faculty. in a 4-year strategic plan for staff development in the Music 
Department. pending on their own performance. 
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Name Degree Programme Discipline 
sought achievement 
1. Emmanuel Boamah PHD 3rd year Performance 
2 . T. E. Andoh PHD 3rd year Music History 
3 . Joshua Alfred Amuah PHD 2nd year Theory and composition 
4. Adwoa Arhine PHD Forms just Ethnomusicology 
completed 
5 . Lawrence Obro MPhil 2nd year Music Technology 
6 . Moses Adzei MPhil 2nd year Aesthetics & sociologyof 
music 
7. John Annan MPhil 2nd year Performance 
The eighth candidate. David Awotwi. National Service (2005-2006) proposed for 
the Composition track has completely resigned from the network. 
Other efforts to accelerate the process are illustrated by the facts that among the 
above students for instance. 
Mr. Boamah has returned in August 2006 from Hanover. Germany. where 
he has been working on his PHD within the framework of a-year exchange 
programme between our Music Department and its counterpart in Hanover. 
Mr. Lawrence Obro has just been proposed for an identical exchange between 
our MusiC Department and the Simon Frazier counterpart. in Canada. 
Regular applications 
It is worthy noting that from August 2005 to December 2006. the list of new 
regular applicants for lectureship in the Music Department has been remarkably 
well considered by the Council of the University. While Dr. Kyoung ok Kim has 
been promoted lecturer from her tranSitory tutorship. three among the other 5 
applicants during the above-mentioned period have passed successfully their 
interview for a lectureship in the Music Department. Legon: 
Dr. Ralph Alexander Kohler. one of our German sponsors for the recent 8 
Global Interplay workshops on composition during the 2005-2006 academic 
year. has been appOinted in November 2006. 
Dr. Ralph Alexander Kohler managed an international project on youth and 
intercultural music with 6 platforms in Berlin. Beijing. Shanghai, Cairo. 
New York (Columbia University) and Legon respectively . He is known as a 
specialist in music analysis and music technology. He was based at the 
University of Berlin where his department has undergone a severe 
reorganization. 
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Mr. Ken Kafui's application as a lecturer has also been favorably considered 
by the Council. The composer Ken Kafui is helping to break down 2 existing 
practical piano classes of35 and 45 s tudents respectively. into smaller units . 
supplying at the same time assistance to the Music Theory and Composition 
track. 
Mrs. Adwoa Arhine has been engaged for a lectureship in the area of Theory 
and Methods as well as Area studies. . 
The rest of the applicants. Mess Hilarious Waku and Acquah Hammond. have 
already passed their interaction with the Music Department: 
Mr. Hilarious Waku has applied for a lectureship to aSSist in the teaching of 
Brass, Rudiments of Theory and Musicianship . 
Mr. Acquah Hammond has put an application for the teaching of violin 
(Strings). 
Administrative personnel 
There are 3 administrative staffs: Margaret A. Quayson-Danso, Elizabeth Pokuaa 
Baafi , and Alex Fosu . 
RESEARCH 
During the academic years 2005-2006 and 2006-2007, staff members were 
engaged on research projects indicated against their names: 
Adom, B.S. 
Amoah.G. M 
Collection and compila tion of African folk tunes a s suitable teaching 
materials for beginners in Violin. 
Amuah,J.A. 
The Use of Folk/Traditional elements in contemporary choral music with 
reference to the works of Ephraim Amu, M.K. Amissah. 1.0. Riverson, N.Z. 
Nayo. James Tsemafo Arthur 
Ebibindwom (Akan Sacred Lyrics) A legacy of the Methodist Church. 
Performance practice . 
The State of Performance of Choral Music in Ghana. 
In preparation - Four Akan voice solo pieces with Pianoforte accompaniment. 
In Preparation - Songs for Passion - Ghanaian Origin . 
Andoh. T.E. 
Choral MusiC of early Ghanaian composers. 
History of the evolution of Ebibindwom: The Akan sacred lyric. in the 
Methodist Church, Ghana 
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A Hand Book on Music and Dance for Training Colleges with J.A. Amuah. 
M.K. Amissah: An assessment of his Choral Works 
In preparation: E. Pappoe-Thompson A Critical Review of his Choral Works 
(In preparation) Choral Works of Some Early Ghanaian Composers: (with 
analysis) 
Anku.W.O. 
Finalizing manuscripts for book publication 
• On-going research on A Theory of Rhythm and Structures in African Music. 
• Computer aided research in African music. 
Arhine. Adwoa 
Asiamah. S.D. 
African Instrumental Symbolism 
The Choral Movement in Ghana 
Boamah.E. 
Research Project: African Pianism 
Original Piano Compositions 
Collins. John E. 
On-going research into African popular dance music, neo-traditional music 
and local music industry. Also World Music and Black Diasporic Music 
Darkwa. K. A. 
The present state of Highlife and Hiplife music in Ghana. 
Symbolic Associations of Traditional African Musical instruments. 
Symbolic Associations of African MUSical Instruments 
• The role of Hymns in Presbyterian Church Worship in Ghana. 
The Background of the Performers of Ghanaian Gospel Music. 
Dzokoto.A. 
On-going research into: The fUSion of j::tzz elements into African 
contemporary music (with reference to Highlife) 
The developmental role of African music in therapy 
On-going research into relationship between Jazz and African Gospel Music. 
Arrangement of Folk Music for Brass Band and other related Western 
Ensembles. 
Fiagbedzi. Nissio 
Kafui.K. 
African Art Music in Ghana 
Drumming among the Evangelical Presbytarian Church choirs 
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R. A. Kohler 
Intercultural Music Aesthetics. 
Music Analysis and Music Theory. 
African Art Music. 
Music Technology. 
Kongo.P.Zabana 
• Inventory and abstracts of books and theses directly published in West and 
Central Africa about music for RILM International Library of Music (online 
musical archives) 
• State of Music Education in Francophone Africa for the PASMAE. Pan African 
Society for Musical Arts Education 
• Ghanaian Drum Music: short performance practice. theoretical issues. full 
scores. 
Kyoung. Kim ok 
CONFERENCES/SENUNARS/WORKSHOPS 
Adom.B.S. 
Amoah.G.M. 
Orchestral workshop with Dr. Roy Wales. a British conductor and Peter Kovats. 
a Hungarian violinist from 23rd - 28th January 2006 
Title of work: The Creation by Haydn Orchestral workshop with Dr. Roy Wales. 
Violinist from 22nd - 28th January 2007 
Works: Excerpts from: Handel's Messiah 
Haydn's Creation 
Mendelssohn's Elijah 
Amuah.J.A. 
2005 31st October - 4th November, Nigeria-West Africa Senior School 
Certificate Examination International Moderating Committee Meeting 
2006, 13th March, Accra - West African Examinations Council. Finalization 
of Marking Scheme - WASSCE 
Andoh. T.E. 
Anku.W.O. 
2005: "Inside a Master drummer's mind" A quantitative Theory of structure 
in African MUSic Validated Spain 26-27 September 
2006: International Symposium on the Music of Africa Princeton Univ. Oct. 
10-112005. 
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Arhine. Adwoa 
Asiamah. S.D. 
Boamah.E. 
Collins. John E. 
The Entrance of Women into Ghanaian Popular Entertainment over the Last 
Fifty Years. Faculty of Arts Colloquium on Gender and the Humanities. 
University of Ghana. April 2005 
Darkwa. K. A. 
Seminar/Workshop on "African Music. Dance and Drumming: Akan (Ghana) 
Performance Traditions'. Universities of Rome and Pisa and Municipality of 
Peccioli. Pisa. Italy. June 17- July 2.2005. . 
External Examiner for the 2004/2005 Academic Year Examinations. 
Department of Music. Kenyatta University. Nairobi. Kenya. May. 2005 
Dzokoto. A. 
Fiagbedzi. N. 
Kafui.K. 
2005. "Africa meets Asia". Beijing. International symposium on Af~ca and 
Chinese Music. . 
Kohler. R. A. 
2006: Summer Courses for New Music at the International Centre for New 
Music. Darmstadt (Germany) . 
2006: Globalization and Freedom of the Arts. Stuttgart. Organization and 
Keynote. 
Curator of GLOBALINTERPLAY in cooperation with the School of Performing 
Arts. Ghana. Columbia University. New York. Beijing Central Conservatory 
and Shanghai Conservatory. China. Egypt Opera House. Cairo and University 
of Arts Berlin. Presentation of two Ghanaian composers at the ISCM World 
New Music Festival 2006. 
Computer Music StudiO. Donaueschingen Field work trip. International 
Composition Workshops. Children Music School. 
Kongo. P.Z. 
August 2005 - June 2006 (Eight intercultural workshops on composition at 
Legon. Accra) • Mentor of the Legon Sub Saharan platform. one of the six 
sections of the German Global Interplay Project, which gathered. beside the 
mentor and 2 representatives of the Legon platform. other young composers 
from Beijing. Shanghai. Cairo. Berlin and Columbia University (New York) 
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at the ISCM World New Music Festival in Stuttgart (14-29 July 2006). 
Kyoung. Kim ok 
• Provided a major recital entitled -A Time with J.S. Bach's 15 two-part 
-INVENTIONS- on 12 March 2006 in the Music Department. 
Activities involved: 
Piano major students were prepared fqr a recital of J.S. Bach's 15 two-part 
-INVENTIONS" as a compulsory assessment 
Conducted practicals for piano major students where the disciples and I played 
15 two-part -Inventions" while staff and students listened. 
I played "The well-tempered clavier" while staff and students listened. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adom.B.S. 
Traditional Drumming Instruction in the Department of Music: Its Future 
Prospects for Students (An Information Guide) (Forthcoming) 
Textual Analysis of Avatime Women's Cradle songs (Forthcoming) 2006 
• Contexts of Music - The Case of Accra Trotro Drivers and Mates (On-going) 
2006. 
Interview with Ofori Adade Former Master Drummer of the Ghana Dance 
Ensemble, University of Ghana (On-going) 2006 
• Handbook for Music and Dance Teachers in Ghana Vo!. I & II 2005 
(Forthcoming) 
Amoah. G. M -
Amuah.J.A. 
Book on Practice in Rudiments of Music with hints on working Grade 
(Graded series) 
Songs for Christmas Vo!.l Ghanaian composers Staff Edition. 
• Music & Dance for Teacher Training Colleges (Co-author) 
Ebibindwom (Akan Sacred Lyrics) A legacy of the Methodist Church - Its 
roots, traditional, Cultural background and development. 
Popular Chants (audio canetto) Teaching and learning Material for Methodist 
Church Choirs Co-author 
• Methodist Praise (forthcoming), A supplementary Tune Book to the Methodist 
Hymn Book Co-author 
National Identification Authority Jingle: Song for the National Identification 
Identity Card Co-author 
Andoh.T.E. 
Books in preparation 
Exercises and Pieces for Atenteben 
Sight Reading/Singing for beginners 
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Articles 
The Chorale Music Scene in Ghana Prior to 1933 
Study of Style and Language Behaviour in I.D. Riverson's Konyimdzi Aben. 
Na Him Ndzi Dew (forthcoming in Journal of Performing Arts) 
Papers 
• Problems of Research in Choral Music in Ghana - A paper presented in the 
Music Department Colloquium. 
The Music of M.K. Amissah. A Ghanaian Composer presented at Music 
Department Seminar. 
Anku. W.O. 
• 2006: Nationall.D. Card Song. Composition and Production 
(forthcoming) Circles and Time: A Theory of Structural Organisation of 
Rhythm in African Music. In The Composition and Transmission of Musical 
Forms in Aftica. edited by Kofi Agawu and Kofi Anyidoho. Dakar: CODESRIA. 
(forthcoming) Improvisation in Sub-Saharan African Music: Theory and 
Practice. In The Composition and TransmissiDn ofM usical Forms inAftica. edited 
by Kofi Agawu and Kofi Anyidoho. Dakar: CODESRIA 
Arhine. Adwoa 
Asiamah. S.D. 
Boamah.E. 
Collins. John E. 
The Decolonisation of Ghanaian Popular Entertainment. In Urbanization 
and African Cultures. (eds). Toyiri Faiola and Steven Salm. Carolina Academic 
Press. North Carolina. USA, 2005. pp.119-137. 
A Social History of Ghanaian Popular Entertainment since Independence. 
Published in Transactions: Journal of the Ghana Historical Society (Eds: 
Irene Odotey & Per Hernaes) New Series 9. University of Ghana. 2005. pp 
17-40. 
One Hundred years of Censorship in Ghanaian Popular Music Performance. 
In Popular Music Censorship in Africa. Ashgate Publishing Company. UK 
and USA. (Eds) Michael Drewett and Martin Cloonan. 2006. pp. 171-186. 
Entry on Ghana (with Ronnie Graham). For The Rough Guide to World Music: 
Africa and the Middle East, (Eds) Simon BroughtoPl. Mark Ellington and Jon 
Lusk. Published by Rough Guide. London. 2006. pp. 123-135 
Darkwa. K. A. 
Book on "Profile of Music and Dance Traditions in Kenya: Ethnographic 
Survey" (in preparation) 
"Traditional Music and Dance Practices of the Taita of Kenya: A Survey; 
International Journal of African Dance. Temple University. Philadelphia 
(forthcoming) 
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• "Traditional Music and Dance in Kitui District of Kenya: An Appraisal of 
Today's Perfonnance Scene", International Journal of African Dance, Temple 
University, Philadelphia. (Forthcoming) 
Dzokoto.A. 
Introduction to Music 
Fundamentals of Music 
Introduction to Orchestration 
• Preliminaries of Hannony 
Fiagbedzi. N. 
• Book on Fonn and Meaning on Ewe song: A Critical Review (forthcoming) 
An Essay on the Nature of the Aesthetic in the A.ftican Ml,iSical Arts Sept 8, 2006. 
Printed by Lightning Source U.K. Ltd. 60pp. 
Kafui.K. 
A set of African choral works and African pieces for piano. Forthcoming 
Kohler. R.A. 
Problems of aesthetical judgments in intercultural compositions (in press). 
MUSic and Globalization (in press). 
Hamed Taheri's intercultural music theatre, in: Neue Zeitschrift fUr Musik, 
03/06, pp. 44-47. 
• The project GLOBAL INTERPLAY, in: Neue zeitschrift fUr Musik, 03/06, pp. 
54-57. 
Kongo.P. Z. 
MUSic Department Website. 
• "African Francophone and English-speaking Tertiary Programs in Music 
Education": An inaugural report for PASMAE, Journal of the African Musical 
Arts, Dec, 2005 
Musical compositions: 
• For GBC: Philhannonic Pearls (2005) 
Ghana National Anthem: Concert Version 
Welcome Prince. 
Kongo Dreams. 
78 months in Ghana. 
February 2003 in Accra. 
The TransAfrican Motorway 
Church music (with the LEGON ALL STARS: 
a vocal octet with piano forte) 
1he Lord on our Side, Psalm 124 (2005) 
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For the Stuttgart ICM festival of New Music (2006) 
Berlin 
Kyoung-ok KIM 
"A Time with J.S. Bach's 15 two-part INVENTIONS 
Foundation pieces for beginners 
Levell 
Level 2 
Level 3 
(Basic principles in playing the piano and technical studies). Forthcoming. 
DEPARTMENT OF DANCE STUDIES 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Dance Studies continued to offer programmes in African dance 
and related fields. Programmes lead to a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree, four-
year Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, and a two-year Diploma in Dance Studies. The 
two-year Diploma programme also served as a pre-requisite qualification for "0" 
level students and teachers wishing admission to the Bachelor'of Fine Arts. 
A master of Fine arts and Master of Philosophy are available under the post-
graduate programme of the Department of Theatre Arts for the benefit of students 
interested in combined studies of dance and drama. 
The Department's teaching and research programmes are developed from four 
central concepts of appn'riation, choreography, performance and documentation. 
Studies in appreciation leads to the ability to make an informed and critical 
judgment about the form and nature of the dance, as well as the relationship of 
related art forms. The study of choreography emphasizes techniques concerning 
the making and development of dances, dance-drama and organized movement 
activity in pageantry, while performance looks at the technical training of the 
student in movement expression and dancing. Documentation is concerned with 
studies in movement analysis and notation as well as the dance video and film. 
Other areas that have been dealt with in the dance programme are the study of 
the geographical. historical and cultural contexts of the dance, including 
movement aspects of customary behaviour, costumes, make-up, paraphernalia, 
properties, theater management. stage-craft, aerobics/movement techniques. 
African instrumental music performance and songs. 
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The Department's programmes continued to attract a lot of students. including 
foreigners. Foreign students. during the year. took courses and conducted 
research into aspects of perfonnance studies. the relationship of African dance. 
instrumental music. and dance ethnology. Eighty-seven foreign students were 
enrolled during the year. 
STUDENTS NUMBER 
1st Semester 
B.A. Level 100 68 
B.A. Level 200 73 
B.A. Level 300 20 
B.A. Level 400 14 
B.F.A. Level 100 186 
B. F.A. Level 200 312 
B.F.A. Level 300 46 
B.F.A. Level 400 14 
Diploma I 40 
Diploma II ~ 
Total 817 
Foreign Students 57 
2nd Semester 
B.A. Level 100 68 
B.A. Level 200 73 
B.A. Level 300 20 
B.A. Level 400 14 
B.F.A. Level 100 186 
B.F.A. Level 200 312 
B.F.A. Level 300 46 
B.F.A. Level 400 14 
Diploma I 40 
Diploma II 44 
Total Sll 
Foreign Students 30 
Structural Facilities 
Structural Facilities - Classrooms. offices and dancing halls are very limited. 
The Department could therefore not offer enough space to the numerous students 
for movement activity and sound learning. . 
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PUBLICATIONS/PRODUCTIONS/CONFERENCES 
Newman, S.A. 
Attended an International Dance Conference in Malaysia from lOth July to 
18th July where I performed and led a number of workshops. 
Choreographed three short Dance Pieces for my church Dance Group. 
We toured a number of institution and churches throughout the year 2006 
performing Dances to share the Christian message. 
RESEARCH AREA 
NewmanS.A. 
Continued with promoting Dance Exercise for the General public as people 
kept testifying of the benefits of it. 
KwakwaP.A. 
Visiting Lecturer. Simon Fraser University from January 12th to April 15th . 
STAFFING 
lAssociate Professor 
2 Senior Lecturers 
2 Lecturers 
1 Tutor 
3 Senior Staff 
4 Junior Staff 
4 National Service Personnel 
DEPARTMENT OF THEATRE ARTS 
OVERVIEW 
The Mission Statement of this Department is steadfastly aligned with that of the 
University to tum out world-class theatre products that are not only relevant in 
Ghana but also other parts of Africa. That is why our cardinal philosophy aims at 
providing a University Education that promotes the well-being of Ghanaians. other 
Africans and the world at large. Our teaching. research. knowledge dissemination 
and extension programmes put gteat premium on quality and relevance as well 
as the right balance between theory and practice. 
The Departmental objectives are the follpwing: 
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• revitalize teaching, research, knowledge dissemination and extension work 
in the Ghanaian communities and elsewhere: 
motivate staff and students through continual improvement of infrastructure; 
restructure courses and creative works for constructive engagement with 
society; 
avail ourselves of local and foreign grants and other forms of aids for self-
improvement of academic and administrative staff as well as students; 
promote dialogue, communication, and flow of information among senior 
and junior members; 
ensure excellence at all levels of academic and administrative performance; 
diversity performances to include the use of Ghanaian languages; 
introduce and apply Information and Communication Technologies to 
teaching, research and extension work, including productions; 
promote scholarly work and publications through seminars, workshops and 
conferences; 
establish linkages with other tertiary, cultural institutions and the business 
community, both local and foreign, for our mutual benefit; 
and strengthen collaboration and team-spirit among staff and students. 
COURSES 
The Department of Theatre Arts runs two undergraduate programmes: Bachelor 
of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA). There is a sub-degree, Diploma in 
Theatre Arts, which has recently been suspended in order to afford the lecturers 
some time to introduce some novelty and to make it market-driven to run at the 
City Campus, or as a sandwich course on the Main Campus. Since 1998, the 
Department has been running gradua te courses, leading to the awards of Master 
of Fine Arts (MFA) , and Master of Philosophy. The Department also runs jointly 
with the Department of Dance Studies graduate studies in Dance. Areas of 
specialization for undergraduate and graduate studies are: 
Acting/ Directing 
Playwriting 
Design/Technical Theatre 
Theatre History/Criticism 
Theatre Management 
Drama in Education/ Theatre for Development 
Choreography 
Dance Performance 
Dance Ethnology 
Dance in Education 
Electronic Media: Radio, lV, Video and Film 
STUDENT STATISTICS 
The total student population which used to be about 2,500 is now 2,077 due to a 
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general University policy to downsize. The number comprises both males and 
females with a modest representation of some foreign students. 
lEVEL BA BFA TOTAL 
100 338 161 499 
200 352 183 535 
300 201 321 522 
400 69 414 483 
2.039 
DIPLOMA II 20 
GRADUATE I 8 
GRADUATE II 10 
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GRAND TOTAL 2.077 
STAFF 
The lecturer population of a total of 19 is rather thin as compared to the student 
population of 2,077. Of the staff of 19, six (6) are on part-time while two (2) have 
retired but are on contract. There is also a visiting scholar, Mr. Taiwo Adeyemi, 
from Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria, whose area of specialization is 
Technical Theatre. Mr. Africanus Aveh is in the second year of his two-year 
sabbatical leave. Mr. Aaron Gyabaah's study leave with pay for his Ph.D in the 
USA has been extended to the third year. The statistical details are the following: 
(Academic) 
1 Professor 
4 Senior Lecturers 
14 Lecturers 
5 Part-Time 
(Non-Academic) 
1 Production Assistant 
1 Senior Administrative Assistant 
1 Clerk Grade II 
1 Technical Assistant Grade I 
1 Cleaner/Messenger 
Departmental Projects/Research and Coordinators: 
Children's Theatre Project: Mr. Sandy Arkhurst. 
• Second-Cycle Schools Outreach Programme: Prof. Martin Owusu. 
• Play Reading, Publishing and Production: Dr. Mohammed B. Abdallah. 
Theatre for Development: Rev. Dr. Elias K. Asiama. 
• Graduate Facilities and Books: Dr. Awo M. Asiedu. 
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RESEARCH 
Adjei. C. 
The Palace as Centre of Culture in Modem Ghanaian Society. 
Aveh. A. [in the second year of his two-year sabbatical leave] 
Ph.D research in the D'epartment of English, Legon, on 'Representation, 
Ideology, Authenticity and the Image: a Critical Analysis of Ghanaian Films 
and Video: 
There is additional research output, culminating in a large volume of video 
documentation. 
Djisenu. J. K. 
• History of the Theatre in Ghana. Part of this research material is already 
being used in teaching DRAM/SPAT 409: History and Development oj the 
11leatre in Ghana. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adeyemi, Samuel Taiwo [Visiting Scholar to Dept. of Theatre Arts, 2006/ 
2007). 
'Gender Role as a Source of Marital Conflict in Wale Ogunyemi's The Divorce.' 
Jownal oj Arts and Ideas. lIe-Ife, Nigeria: Obafemi Awolo University, 2005. 
Vol. 9. 66-72. 
• 'Video and Literacy: The Nigerian Experience.' LWATI, A Journal oj 
Contemporary Research. University of Swaziland. Vol. 2. (June 2005). 16-23. 
'Technical Theatre Practice in Nigerian University System.' Technical 11leatre 
Practice in Nigeria: Trends and Issues. Eds. Duro Oni and Sunday Ododo. A 
Publication of Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization, Lagos.ll 0-
124. 
Adjei. C. 
Working on 'Guidelines for Developing Production Design Concept: 'Fashion 
Takes Inspiration from the Past: and 'Appropriate Dressing for the 
Appropriate Function,' for publication in Nigeria. 
Asiama. E. K. 
• The Concept of Development in Ghana.' Jownal oj West Aftican Association 
jor Conunonwealth Uterature and Language Studies. Vol. 2, No.1: 2005. 1-9 
That All May Be One: Unity (Oneness) in the Family and Nation: Accra: 
Presbyterian Press, 2005. 33-44. Contribution to Proceedings of General 
Assembly of Presbyterian Church. 
'Legongon Dance Drama as a Medium ofCuItural Education.' Accra: Jacmulti-
Media Centre, 2006. 
Theatre and Community Development.' Oduruyejo Magazine (June 2005). 
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Theatre for Development: Issues, Approaches and Problems.' SankojaJoumal 
oj the Hwnanities Vol. I, No. I, (June). Accra: Qualitype Printers, 2003. 
Did Editorial work with Abloh, Ophelia., and Brown, Isaac., on Presbyter's 
Manual. Accra: Presbyterian Press 
Edited and wrote the Foreword of: Oppong-Mensah, Andrew. Peals ojthe Truth. 
Kumasi. Adum: Roblastbom Designs, 2006. 
Asiedu, Awo Mana, with Dorgbadzi, Sarah. 
'Competitive Youth Theatre Festivals in Ghana.' African Theatre. Ed. Michael 
Etherton. Oxford: James Currey, 2006. 16-22. Special Issue on Youth. 
CONFERENCESfWORKSHOPS 
Asiedu, A. M. 
'A Stab in the Dark and Ripples: Gh?naian Videos in Search of an Enduring 
Aesthetic.' A paper presented with Grace Hassan at the Biennial Conference 
of the Association of African Studies UK (ASAUK) at the School of Oriental 
and African Studies, London. September 11-13, 2006. 
• 'Anansegoro and Abibigoro: Towards Theorising African Theatre.' A paper 
presented at the 33rd Annual African Literature Association Conference at 
the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra, Ghana. May 2006. 
'An Overview of Theatre in Ghana", a special lecture given to visiting students 
from the James Madison University, USA. June 2006. 
'Issues in African Literature.' An orientation lecture for visiting American 
students. February/August 2006. 
Asiama, E. K. 
'Past. Present and Future: Ghana's History Through Photographs at the 50 th 
Anniversary Celebrations.' A paper presented at the Ghana Historical 
Society's Conference at the International Conference Centre, Accra, on 
October 19, 2006. • 
He has also participated in the following Exhibitions of the above Society: 
'Colonial Photographs of Accra - 1940 - 1950s,' at the International 
Conference Centre, Accra, on August 9, 2006; and 'Stamps Telling the History 
of Ghana' at La Palm Beach Hotel, on October 23,2006. 
• 'Legongon Dance - Drama as Medium of Cultural Education.' A Faculty of 
Arts, Colloquium paper read at J. H. Nketia Conference Hall, Institute of 
African studies, Legon, in April, 2006. 
Theatre, Research, Community and Development.' A paper for an Inter-
Faculty delivered at K.A. Busia Hall, Legon, on December 3, 2006. 
Ekumah, E. 
CODESRIA Workshop for Scholarly Publishing at Jomo Kenyatta University, 
Kenya, from November 15-19, 2006. 
• ASAUK Biennial Conference at SOAS in London, UK, from September 11-13, 
2006. 
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African Literature Association (ALA) Conference held in Accra in May 2006. 
• Faculty of Arts Colloquium on 'Gender and the Humanities' at lAS, Legon, on 
April 20-21, 2005, 
Hassan. G. U. , 
Presented a paper with Awo ASiedu at ASAUK Biennial Conference at SOAS 
in London. UK. from September 11-13, 2006. 
African Literature Association (ALA) Conference in Accra in May 2006. 
PRODUCTIONS 
Abdallah. M. B. 
Directed his updated version of The Slaves, 2005. 
Adeyemi. S. T, 
Scenic and Lighting Design for: Death and the King's Horseman [Wole Soyinkal 
at Oduduwa Hall, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), lIe-Ife, Nigeria, 2005. 
Directing and Scenic Design for: The Divorce [Wale Ogunnyemil at Pit Theatre, 
OAU, lIe-Ife, 2006. 
Adjei, C, 
Costume Design for the following: 
'The Prodigal Son,' choreographed by Prof. Adinku, 2006. 
• The Palm Wine Drinkard,' also choreographed by Prof. Adinku, 2005. 
Shakespeare's Julius Caesar (Akan Version) directed by Prof. Martin Owusu, 
2005. 
Other forthcoming productions are Oedipus Rex [SophoclesI  and Everyman 
[Medieval Anonymous playl. 
Asiama. E, K. 
Created the following pieces of Church Drama for performances (20 mins. each): 
'Proclaiming the Lord's Death till He Comes,' at Tema Joint Church, 
September 2006. 
'Light and Darkness: What Relationship is there Between Christ and Belial?' 
October 1. 2006. 
'Prepare for Christ,' a Christmas play, December 3, 2006. 
There are also Dramas on CDS and VHS on 'Theatre and Ecological 
Conservation' at Tafo Crig Arboretum; 'Theatre and Eco-Tourism 
Development in Kintampo' and Theatre as a Tool for the Recovery Indigenous 
Knowledge: Plant medicine in Buem.' 
Djisenu. J. K. 
Scenic Design for: 'Model of the Universe,' a fashion modeling at the 
International Conference Centre, Accra, on October 29, 2005. 
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Hassan. G.U. 
Directing for: Once Upon Four Robbers [Femi Osofisan], February 23-25.2006. 
• TheJamily.2006. 
Kotey. G. . 
Directing for: 'Model of the Universe.' a fashion modeling at the International 
Conference Centre. Accra. on October 29. 2005. 
Writing and Directing f0r: 'Etuo Ato Bare,' an improvised theatre-in-the -
round play based on the history of Nana Yaa Asantewaa. 
Student Productions (2005/2006). 
The following productions were held at the Commonwealth-Hall Amphitheatre. 
Thanks to the Hall Authorities. 
A Witch in my Heart [Hilda Kuper], MedicineJor Love [Ene-Hen Shaw], The Tragedy 
oJDr. Faustus [Christopher Marlowel. The Alien King [Mohammed Ben-Abdallahl. 
For the Love oj a Woman [Gloria Yarteyl. Kivuli [Asiedu Yirenkyi], Etuo Ato Bare 
[GodwinKoteyl. Moonshine Solidarity [Kelvin Dodzil. Six Characters in Search oJan 
Author [Luigi Pirandellol. TatuIfe [Moliere], Julius Ceasar {Shakespeare], The Slaves 
[Dr. Mohammed Abdallah], Medea [Euripidesl. Macbeth [Shakespeare], Aikin Mata 
[T. W. Harrison and James Simonsl. World Do Jor 'Fraid [Nabie Yayah Swaray], 
Flamingo [Bode Swandel. Once Upon Four Robbers [Femi Osofisan], The Trial oj 
Kwame Nkrumah [Kofi Mensah Bonsul. The Deal [Dziwornu Normanyol. The Merchant 
oj Venice [William Shakespeare], Dilerruna oj a Ghost. [Ama Ata Aidoo], Foriwa 
[Efua T. Sutherland], A Doll's House [Henrik Ibsenl. Ananse and the Golden Drum 
[Mohammed Ben Abdallahl. and Akporkplor [Kofi Anyidohol. 
INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR AFRICAN MUSIC AND DANCE 
OVERVIEW 
During the year under review. the International Centre for African Music and 
Dance (ICAMD), which were established in 1992 - 1993 academic year. and 
operates as a unit within the School of Performing Arts. continued to carry out its 
primary mission of promoting international scholarship and creativity in African 
music and dance. It continued to attract both local and international visitors and 
working relations was established with institutions and individuals interested 
in particular projects. Visiting scholars. students and artists interacted with local 
students and staff of the School of Performing Arts in their areas of research and 
creative interest and availed themselves of the classes and private lessons in 
African music and dance given by traditional musicians and dance instructors of 
the School. 
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CORE ACTIVITIES OF ICAMD 
Documentation 
The Centre's field research and documentation programmes continued. A few 
field trips were organised for staff and associates in cognate departments at the 
University of Ghana to document festivals and other important cultural events. 
Interviews were also conducted with leading musicians and dancers of performing 
groups in Greater Accra, Central. and Ashanti Regions of Ghana. 
The 'African Traditional and Popular Music' website of ICAMO enabled research 
scholars, composers, and students access the Centre's archival holdings. These 
holdings include audio-visual materials - tapes, QuickTime files, videos, books, 
dissertations/theses, etc. This objective has been extended to monitoring ICAMO's 
activities and events (conferences, seminars, workshops, festivals and concerts), 
as well as current research, both in cultural and theoretical areas. 
Memorial Lecture 
One of the major events of the ICAMO's Outreach Programme is the annual 
Memorial Lecture organised for Or. Ephraim AInu, a renowned Ghanaian composer 
born in 1899 and died in 1994. This lecture took place this year at Christ the 
King Parish Hall, Accra, under the auspices of the Ghana Academy of Arts and 
Sciences. Or. A.A. Agordoh, a Research Fellow of the Institute of African Studies, 
University of Ghana, delivered the 2006 Dr. Ephraim Amu Memorial Lecture. The 
topic of his lecture was 'Bridging the Gap Between Tradition and Modernity: AInu 
as Music Educator', and was held in on April 25, 2006. 
Regional and International Programmes 
The existing working relations with a number of international bodies and 
institutions in Africa and the U.S. were strengthened. These institutions include 
the International Music Council (IMC - UNESCO) (for whom ICAMO serves as a 
regional secretariat), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, University of California, 
Los Angeles, and Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, Pennsylvania. The 
International Institute at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, continued to 
serve as the U.S Secretariat of ICAMD. ICAMD continued to assist Universities 
of Rome and Pisa and the Community of Peccioli in Italy in their African music 
programme by giving lectures, tuition, and performance. The topic for the 2006 
lecture was 'Drum Language of the Akan of Ghana', delivered by Dr. Asante 
Darkwa. the Acting Director of ICAMD. 
ICAMD's network of individual collaborators and Secretariats and a Chapter within 
the Departments of Music of selected Universities in the Southern Afiica. Eastern 
Africa and West Africa regions continued to get support from the Centre at Legon. 
The Southern Africa Secretariat is at the University of Transkei. Umtata. and 
that of Eastern Africa region is at Kenyatta University. Nairobi. There is a Chapter 
in Nigeria at the Institute of Afiican Studies, University of Ibadan. These ICAMD 
Secretariats and Chapter are very active and they serve as the outposts for the 
coordination of programmes with scholars and artists in those regions. The 
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programmes of activities of these Secretariats includes lectures, collaborative 
conferences, seminars and workshops, field research, production of instructional 
materials in Music and Dance and publication of journals on Performing Arts. 
LmRARY AND AUDIO -VISUAL ARCmvE 
The holdings of ICAMD Library and Audio-Visual Archive, the backbone of the 
Centre, were enlarged through direct purchase of local and foreign print and 
audio-visual materials. The Centre's Library and Archive hold audio-visual field 
recordings of African music and dance by researchers, staff of the Centre and 
graduate students, as well as proceedings of conferences, seminars and workshops 
organised by the Centre. The Library has important books and magazines on 
African culture, music and dance, and for comparative purposes, books in other 
cultures, which are extremely important. Priority was given to new acquisition of 
copies of dissertations, theses, long essays, and published materials from other 
African countries and very rare documents that cannot be found elsewhere. 
Equipment purchased by ICAMD and the facility acquired from the Institute of 
African Studies at Legon, - rooms for dubbing recorded materials, listening to 
audio cassette recordings, viewing of video materials, and transcription of music 
and recorded interviews, gave much impetus and some dynamism to the National 
Audio-Visual Archive ICAMD has established at the University of Ghana, Legon. 
The items purchased include Apple Power Mac G5, for video editing and VCD and 
DVD production; Apple G4, for Video and sound editing; DV Camcorder, for playing 
back recorded clips; Agfa Scanner, for scanning photos and slides. These facilities 
helped ICAMD to disseminate, locally and abroad, some of the large collection of 
audio-visual field and commercial recordings of African music ana dance. 
The upgrading of the catalogUing of the Centre's Reference Library and its Audio-
Visual Archive, with new documentation, database and retrieval systems 
continued, with assistance from Swarthmore College, Pennsylvania. 
PUBLICATIONS/PRODUCTIONS 
ICAMD has published some teaching manuals for schools, and produced 
audiocassette tapes, video tapes and CDs on African music and dance and 
Ghanaian festivals. Two ICAMD journals - 'African Musicology' and 'Music in 
Ghana' - as well as the papers read at Dr. Ephraim Amu Memorial Lecture Series 
are in the press for publication. 
DONATIONS 
The Centre continued to receive donations of eqUipment (cameras, cassette tape 
recorders and accessories, as well as books, journals and periodicals, compact 
discs, audio cassettes and video recordings of African music and dance traditions, 
and music and dances from other parts of the world. Visiting Scholars/ 
Researchers, organizations, and institutions made these donations. 
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FACULTY OF ENGINEERING SCIENCES 
OVERVIEW 
The Faculty of Engineering Sciences entered the second year of teaching in the 
year under review. The Faculty therefore had students at Level 100 and Level 
200 in all five programmes. 
Teaching took place in classrooms and other facilities in the Frank Torto 
Chemistry Building, the Kweku Folson Building and in the Department of 
Agricultural Engineering. The Dean's office and offices for teaching staff remain 
in the Frank Torto Chemistry Building. This has proven to be a challenge for the 
increasing number of staff being appointed. 
In the first two years where students take common courses, the Faculty has 
been able to mount its programmes through the co-operation of colleagues from 
other Departments on campus, the Ghana Institution of Engineers and other 
Institutions outside Legon. In genera\' the emerging Faculty has been looked 
upon with enthusiasm by all and a strong team has developed. The challenges in 
relation to inadequate staffmg, office and laboratory space still confront the Faculty. 
In the year under review, applications for full-time teaching appOintments were 
received and processed. The University, through the Ghana Education Trust 
Fund, provided a grant of 02,1 00,000,000.00 (two billion and one hundred million 
cedis) for critical eqUipment and other teaching infrastructure. The support of 
the University administration in the solution of the teething problems of the 
Faculty is hereby acknowledged with gratitude. 
The Institutional Partner Initiative was established by the Dean. This has 
succeeded in bringing the Faculty in strong collaboration with institutions and 
stakeholders outside the university. The Faculty is keeping in focus its objective 
of practical training at all levels for its students. This Initiative is already yielding 
the desired results as organizations such as GRATIS Foundation has offered 
internship positions to Engineering Science students. 
Below are details of some of the happenings in the Faculty: 
ADMISSIONS 
In the year under review, the Faculty of Engineering Sciences admitted its second 
batch of 42 students into all the five (5) degree programmes. The distribution 
was as summarised in the Table below: 
Intake for 2005/2006 Academic Year 
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Department No. Male No. Female TOTAL 
Agricultural Engineering 2 o 2 
"Biomedical Engineering 12 3 15 
"Computer Engineering 16 1 17 
Food Process Engineering 6 1 7 
Materials Science and Engineering 1 o 1 
TOTAL 37 5 42 
• including one foreign student. 
Students in Level 200 were 27 bring the total number of students in the Faculty 
at 69. 
COURSES 
The Faculty continued to run the five programmes approved by the University 
Academic Board. In line with this. the Faculty taught the designated Common 
Courses at levels 100 and 200 to prepare students for Level 300 where students 
enter their selected programmes for speCialisation. 
In delivering the programmes. the Faculty received the support of Departments 
of the University whose areas of specialisation are relevant to the teaching of 
the Common Courses of the Faculty. Notable among them are the DepartIflents 
of Computer Science. Chemistry. Physics. Botany and Zoology of the Faculty of 
Science. 
In line with its objective of training engineers with a holistic perception. the 
Faculty also relied on some Lecturers in the Humanities and Business School to 
deliver courses in economics. sociology. psychology. business management and 
language skills included in its programmes. 
Part-Time Lecturers from industry were also engaged to augment the staff 
available at the University and assist in blending the academiC aspects of the 
programme with the experience and practice of industry. The Ghana Institution 
of Engineers also continued to playa significant role in teaching and inspiring 
students to greater heights in their chosen fields of engineering. 
The Department of Agricultural Engineering which operated from its premises at 
the College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences looks at the role of engineering 
in the food production chain. The Department provides training. research and 
extension services in Agricultural Engineering to meet the challenges of 
increasing the quantity and quality of food. feed and fibers. The activities of the 
Department are grouped under the following 
headings: 
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Power and Machinery 
Soil and Water Engineering 
Postharvest Engineering 
The Department also taught courses in the School of Agriculture and provided 
other services required. The Department is collaborating with ARC-Kpong in the 
area of Soil Water Conservation. 
STAFFING 
The Faculty of Engineering Sciences continues to grow with the appointment of 
both full-time and part-time lecturers. It is expected that by the end of the second 
academic year when the programmes reaches the threshold of specialisation at 
Level 300. the five Departments would be adequately staffed to stand on their feet 
to deliver their programmes at the desired level of efficiency. 
Dean's Office 
S.Sefa-Dedeh. BSc Hons (Ghana) MSc. PhD (Guelph), Dean 
B.O. Asare-Bediako. BA. MA (Ghana) Post-Grad Cert. 
• (Edu Plann & Admn. Paris. Faculty Officer 
• R. Hope-Ankrah. BA (Ghana), Snr. Admn. Assistant 
• Mary Mavis Osae (Mrs.), Dip. Arc. Stds. BA (Ghana) . Snr. Admn. Assistant 
• Sarah Aba Essilfie. Snr. Clerk/Secretary 
Ahmed Appiah. Headman/Office Asst 
Full-Time Lecturers 
Department of Agricultural Engineering 
• Richard J. Bani. MASAE. MGSAE: Senior Lecturer (Head of Department.) 
• Prof. Edward Baryeh,'MBIE. MIAgrE. MSAIAE. MASAE. MIMechE. Professor 
• Malcolm N. Josiah. MGhIE. MASAE. MGSAE. Senior Lecturer 
ABu A. Mahama. MGhIE. MGSAE. Senior Lecturer 
S. Abenney-Mickson. MGSAE. M-JSIDRE. Senior Lecturer 
• Eric K. Kra MASAE. MGSAE. MASCE . Lecturer 
Edward B. Sabi. MASAE. MCSAE. Lecturer 
Department of Biomedical Engineering 
• J. Kutor. BSc. (UCC). MSc. (UCC), PhD (Zhejiang. China). Lecturer 
Department of Computer Engineering 
• B.A. Ntim. BSc (Eng) PhD (Lond). MGhIE. MRAeS. Consultant. Lecturer. 
Department of Food Process Engineering 
E. Sinayobye. BSc. MSc (Abidjan). MSc. PhD (Chern Eng Toulouse) Lecturer. 
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Part-Time Lecturers 
Department of Agricultural Engineering 
J . Y. Amoah. BSc (Eng) (Pakistan) MSc (Wageningen) 
E. Kuatsinu. BSc (Eng) (UST) MSc (Wageningen) 
A. K. Ussher. BSc (Math) MSc (Meteorology) (Melbourne) Dip. (Agro Meteo) 
(Reading) 
Department of Biomedical Engineering 
Elsie Effah Kaufmann. BSc. MSc PhD (Pennsylvania), Dept. of Physics . 
• On Contract 
Department of Computer Engineering 
E. B.B. Gyebi. BSc (K'si) MSc MCP (Lond) . Department of Computer Science 
Matilda Wilson. Department of Computer Science 
Agyare Debrah. MSc (Telecomm Eng). Director. GBC. Greater Accra Region 
Other Part-Time Lecturers 
FA Hughes. BSc MSc. (Ghana) . Dept. of Physics. 
G.S.K. Adika. Language Centre. 
D. A. Edoh. BSc. MSc urnusn. PhD (Basel), Dept. of Zoology. 
L. Enu-Kwesi. MSc (Cape Coast) . PhD (Waterloo). Dept. of Botany. 
G.K. Ameka. Mphil (Ghana) PhD (Ghana), Dept. of Botany. 
R. Akuamoah-Boateng. BA (Ghana) MA (NY) PhD (Cantab). Dept. of Psychology. 
SA Dogbe. Mphil. Dept. of Chemistry. 
O. Berko. Mphil. University of Ghana Business School. 
P.K.Ofori-Danson (ProO. Environmental Science Programma. 
A. Mensah-Bonsu. College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences. 
D.B Sarpong. College of Agriculture and Consumer Sciences. 
K. Akpali-Honu. Department of Sociology. 
Y. Amponsah Anim. Volta Basin Research Project. 
Lecturers from Ghana Institution of Engineers 
Mrs. Bou-Chedid. Member. Ghana Institution of Engineers. Headquarters. 
Accra. . 
Togbi Kporku III. Fellow. Ghana Institution of Engineers. Accra. 
Dr. J .K.D. Annan. Fellow. Ghana Institution of Engineers. Tema. 
Mr. M. Seidu . Fellow. Ghana Institution of Engineers. University of Cape 
Coast. 
Prof. R.K. Appiah. Member. Ghana Institution of Engineers. School of Eng .. 
KNUST. 
Other Staff 
Department of Agricultural Engineering: Senior and Junior Staff 
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Ms. Stella Kwami Prin. Administrative Assistant 
Ms. Faustina M. Agordah Clerk Grade 1 
Mr. Emmanuel Obeng Senior Departmental Assistant 
Mr. Dzifa Quarshie Messenger / Cleaner 
Mr. Adotey Akwei Senior Asst. Transport Officer 
Mr. David L. K. Ayikwei Chief Technician 
Mr. Joshua K. Pekyi Chief Technician 
Mr. Samuel Younge Technician 
MAJOR CHALLENGES 
The major challenges of the Faculty continued to be in the areas of staffing and 
facilities. The Faculty successfully ran its academic programmes in the year 
under review deriving support from sister College/Faculty/Departments that had 
been identified by the 
Academic Board of the University of Ghana for that cognate relationship. 
The Departments of Chemistry and Physics were generous in allowing the Faculty 
the use of their laboratories for the much-needed practical work. 
The Faculty received a grant of ¢7.500.000.000.00 (seven billon and five hundred 
million cedis) from the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) towards the 
construction of the permanent buildings of the Faculty at a site already allocated 
for that purpose. 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Sefa-Dedeh. S. 
Quality profile of Ghanaian MD2 Pineapple. 
• Effects of harvesting methods. handling and storage on the quality of sugar 
loaf pineapple. 
Process optimization in the bottling of Bissap. 
• Assessment of the compliance of selected Food Industries to regulatory 
requirements. 
Department of Agricultural Engineering 
Baryeh. E. A-
Gender studies in engineering. 
• Tractor and other farm machinery related accidents. 
Effects of HIV / AIDS among tractor and other farm machinery operators and 
their families 
Bani R. J. 
• Performance characteristics of traditional animal houses 
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• Non-destructive tests for quality assessment of agricultural produce 
Energetics in animal buildi~gs 
Mahama. A.A. 
Farm Machinery and Rural technology development. 
Tillage Systems and their appropriate use. 
Animal Traction Technology 
Energy in Agriculture (Farm Power) 
Environmental Degradation in Agriculture 
Livestock Mechanization 
• Post harvest Technology 
Labour Protection (SAFETY) 
Josiah. M. N. 
Tillage systems effect on soil physical properties 
Preservation of foodstuffs 
Geostatistical analysis of field variability of soils and crop yields 
Kra.E.Y. 
Irrigation system design and evaluation software development. 
• Open channel flow modeling. 
Abenney-Mickson. S. 
• Water balance studies of small reservoirs. 
Urban erosion studies. 
Soil and water management. 
Sabi. E. B. 
Soil and water conservation 
Rainwater harvesting - methods of capture. storage. treatment and uses. 
Use of biomass resources in semiarid areas for soil moisture conservation. 
and erosion control. 
Department of Biomedical Engineering 
KutorJ.K. 
Investigating calcium ion (Ca2+) influx through the NMDA receptor and L-
type channels. 
Department of Food Process Engineering 
Sinayobye E. 
Physicochemistry of Interfaces 
• Control of Nutrient Pollution in international waters. 
Re-cvaluation offactory by-products 
LiqUid fermentation 
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On-going Research: Production of Juices. 
CONFERENCES/ SEMINARS/ WORKSHOPS 
Sefa-Dedeh. S. 
6th Global Conference of EurepGAP-Towards Global Hannonisation 2005. 
Paris. France. October 17-19. 2005. "The status of EurepGAP compliance in 
Ghana. 
Fruitlogistica Conference. Berlin. Gennany. February 2006. Ghana's Fresh 
Produce Sector: an overview and Business Opportunities. 
Workshop on Higher Education Science and Curricular Refonns: African 
Universities Responding to HIV and AIDS. Nairobi. Kenya. April 11-13.2006. 
Ministerial Forum on "Frontier Environmentally Sound Technologies (FEST) 
for Africa's Sustainable Development: The Role of the Diaspora. Accra April 
27-29.2006. 
Workshop on "Growth Through Agriculture'. MFEP. MOFA and The World Bank 
Accra. May 11. 2006. 
Annual Meeting of the Institu te of Food Technologists. Orlando. FlOrida. USA. 
"Application of Response Surface methodology to the formulation of cassava· 
cowpea compositef lour and evaluation of quality characteristics in biscuits. 
Mahama. A.A. 
Mahama. A.A. (2005). A Review of Agricultural Mechanization in Ghana. 
Seno-African Seminar on Agricultural Mechanization. International TI'aining Centre 
for Agricultural Machinery (ITCAM). BeYing· China. 
Mahama. A.A. and Seidu. J. M. (2006). Tractor use and Impact on Agricultural 
Production in the Northern Regions of Ghana. (Paper presented at the 3rd 
National Conference on Agricultural Engineering. 1- 4 August.) KNUST. KumasL 
Ghana. 
Seidu. J.M. and MAHAMA. A.A. (2006). Evaluating the efficiency of maize 
Sheller at different engine speeds of a tractor. (Paper presented at the 3rd 
National Conference on Agricultural Engineering. 1- 4 August.) KNUST. KumasL 
Ghana. 
Seidu. J. M. MAHAMA. A.A. (2006). Solar dryers for vegetables: perspective 
and sustainability. (Paper presented at the 3rd National Coriference on 
Agricultural Engineering. 1- 4 August.) KNUST. KumasL Ghana. 
• Kotei. R, Seidu. J.M. MAHAMA. A. A and Tevor J.W. 2006. Kyeremfa River 
Watershed degradation in the Sekyere-West District of Ghana. (Paper 
presented at the 3rd National Conference on Agricultural Engineering. 1- 4 August) 
KNUST. KumasL Ghana. 
• Kotei. R, Seidu. J .M. MAHAMA. A. A and Tevor J .W_ 2006. Kyeremfa Fanners 
Perception about the effect of the physical EnVironment on crop production 
in the Sekyere-West District of Ghana. (Paper presented at the 3rd National 
Conference on Agricultural Engineering. 1- 4 August) KNUST. KumasL Ghana. 
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Sabi. E.B. 
AInu-Mensah F. and Sabi. E. B. (2006). Rainwater Harvesting: Methods of 
Capture. Storage. Treatment and Uses: Challenge to Ghanaian Scientists. 
Technologists and Architects. 1 (JIh Biennial Workshop on Rainwater Harvesting: 
A Sustainable Solution to Water Shortage Problems in Ghana, Accra. 2(J1h July 
2006. 
Sabi. E. B. Abenney-Mickson. S .. Onwona-Agyeman. S. and Hada. T .. (2006). 
The effective use of biomass resources in semiarid areas. 3'" GSAE National 
Conference on Agricultural Engineering Kumasi, Ghana. 1 - 4 August 2006. 
Abenney-Mickson. S. 
Sabi. E. B .. Abenney-Mickson S .. Onwona-Agyeman. S .. and Hada. T .. (2006). 
The effective use of biomass resources in semiarid areas. 3,d National 
Conference on Agricultural Engineering. Kumasi, Ghana 1-4 August 2006. 
KutorJ. K. 
UNESCO Training Workshop on lCT in Engineering Teaching. University of 
Ghana. April 24-28. 2006. 
Sinayobye E. 
Teaching General Chemistry to IB/Level 100. Hong Kong. and 31st October 
to 1st November 2005. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Sefa-Dedeh. S. 
-Mit Qualitiiu und Sicherheit zum Liebling der Verbraucher. In: Fruchthandel 
Magazin. Decmber 2005. pp 24-26 
"Frilchte aufErfolgskurs:: In: Fruchthandel Magazin. January 2006. pp 27-29 
Bani. R.J. 
• Bani R J. (2005). Developing Binding Material from Rice Husk LegonJournal 
of Intemational Affairs Vol. 2 No.1 88-99. 
Bani R J .. Josiah. M.N. and Kra E.Y. (2006) Losses of tomatoes in transit. 
Journal ofA gricultural Mechanization in Asia. Africa and Latin America. Vol.37 
No.2 pp.84-86 Farm Machinery Industrial Research Corporation. Japan. 
Bani R J. (2006) Energy alternatives for Rural Areas in Ghana. LegonJournal 
ofIntemationalAffairs. Vol. 3 No 1 pp99 - 112. 
Josiah. M.N .. Bani. RJ. and Kra. E.Y. (2006). Performance of an Evaporative 
Cooler. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia. Africa and Latin America. Vol. 37. 
No.2: 92. (Abstract) 
ii. Josiah. M.N. 
Bani R J .. Josiah. M.N. and Kra E.Y. (2006) Losses of tomatoes in transit. 
Journal ofA gricultural Mechanization in Asia. Africa and Latin America. Vol.37 
No.2 pp.84-86 Farm Machinery Industrial Research Corporation. Japan. 
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Josiah, M.N .. Bani. RJ. and Kra, KY. (2006). Perfonnance of an Evaporative 
Cooler. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America, Vol. 37. 
No.2: 92. (Abstract) 
Kra,E.Y. 
Bani R J., Josiah, M.N. and Kra E.Y. (2006) Losses of tomatoes in transit. 
JownalofA gricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Vol.37 
No.2 pp.84-86 Fann Machinery Industrial Research Corporation, Japan. 
• Josiah, M.N., Bani, RJ. and Kra, E.Y. (2006). Perfonnance of an Evaporative 
Cooler. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America, Vol. 37. 
No.2: 92. (Abstract) 
BENEFACTION 
World Vision Ghana donated books to the Faculty which have been used as 
foundation for setting up a Library for the Faculty. The Books were relevant 
to a considerable number of courses in three of the Faculty's Departments 
namely; Departments of Agricultural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering 
and Computer Engineering. 
The National Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council donated 3 (three) 
copies of Ghana's APRM country Review Report and Programme ofA ction. 
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FACULTY OF LAW 
OVERVIEW 
The Faculty of Law of the University of Ghana is the premier centre for legal 
education in Ghana and continues to lead the way in preparing students for the 
legal profession. The Faculty was first established as a department of the Faculty 
of Social Studies in the 1958/59 academic year and became a full fledged Faculty 
in the 1960/61 academic year. The Faculty is distinguished by an enviable 
pedigree. From its inception. it has been a seat of intellectual excellence, a fact 
borne out by the national and international achievements and stature of its 
alumni. 
The Faculty aspires to contribute to the realization of the University's mission by 
creating a congenial environment in which scholarship, innovation, intellectual 
excellence and world class legal minds are developed to meet national and global 
challenges. Beyond this the Faculty continues to re-assert its leadership role in 
the face of growing competition and the increasingly complex needs of government. 
industry and society. 
PROGRAMMES OFFERED 
The Faculty of Law successfully ran two programmes in the 2006 academic year. 
These are: 
The Post-First Degree LLB Programme: The entry requirement for this 
programme is a good first degree from a recognized University. .sUitably 
qualified applicants are required to partiCipate in a selection examination 
and an interview. 
LLM in Human Rights and Democratization in Mrica: This is a joint 
programme ran by the Faculty of Law, University of Ghana and a consortium 
of African Law Faculties, coordinated by the Law Faculty of University of 
Pretoria, South Africa. Applications for this programme are received and 
processed at Pretoria. Six partiCipants of this programme were in residence 
at the Faculty for six months. They attended seminars, conducted researches 
and wrote dissertations. As part of the programme they were also attached 
to some human rights organizations in Accra. 
LLM in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law: The Faculty intends to run 
an LLM programme in Human Rights and Humanitarian law from the 2007/ 
8 academiC year. 
HUMAN RIGHTS STUDY CENTRE 
The Faculty of Law also ran a number of human rights trainings programmes, 
workshops and seminars and undertook a number of human rights research 
projects during the year under review. 
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LAW CONFERENCE 
As part of its contribution and memorial to the Golden Jubilee h&ldependence 
celebrations of Ghana, the Faculty successfully organized a Law Conference on 
the theme "Ghana Law since Independence: History, Development and Prospects", 
Papers presented at the Conference are due to be published and launched by the 
end of February 2007, 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
The student population during the year under review was 249, The breakdown is 
as follows: 
LLB Part I - 146 
LLB Part II 97 
LLM Pretoria Programme 6 
STAFFING POSITION 
The staffing position of the Faculty of Law in the year under review was 36, made 
up of20 Senior Members and 18 Senior/Junior Staff. 
The breakdown of the Academic Faculty was as follows: 
Professors 5 
Senior Lecturers 4 
Lecturers 9 
APPOINTMENTS/PROMOTIONS 
Three new lecturers were employed to strengthen faculty, 
The Vice-Dean of the Faculty was promoted to full professor and successfully 
presented her inaugural lecture. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
The Faculty provided legal advice to various units of the University and conducted 
a number of seminars and workshops as follows: 
National Public Interactive Workshop on the Constitution on the theme: 
"We the People of Ghana Understanding and Living the Constitution at the 
Dawn of 50. Held in Tamale, 2nd November 2005, Accra, 5th - 6th December 
2005 and Kumasi, 9th December, 2005. 
World Bank Gender and the Law Project: Legal Refonn and Legal Aid for the 
Advancement of Women. The Faculty of Law was engaged to undertake a 
project on the compilation of gender related laws in 4 major areas: Business 
related Laws; International Law; Land and Property Law and Family Law, 
The period of the project was from May 2005 to March 2006. 
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Research projects undertaken by individual faculty members were as follows: 
Atuguba. R. 
Raymond Atuguba et al . The Tax Culture OfG hana, A Research Report Prepared 
for the German Development Corporation (GTZ) Good Governance 
Programme's Tax and Finance Component, (January 2006) . 
Christine Dowouna-Hammond and Raymond Atuguba, CompUation and. Gender 
Analysis of Laws Affecting Land and Property Rights in Ghana. A Research 
Report Prepared For the World Bank and the Ministry of Justice. Ghana (April 
2006) . 
Raymond Atuguba (with assistance from Daphne Lariba Nabila and Rowland 
Atta-Kesson), Review and Strengthening of the Regulatory Framework for 
Apprenticeships in Ghana. A Research Report Prepared for the Ministry of 
Manpower, Youth and Employment (MMYE) and the International Labour 
Organization's (ILO) International Programme on the Elimination of Child 
Labour. (May 2006). 
Christine Dowuona-Hammond and Raymond Atuguba, Conswner Protection 
in Ghana. A Research Report Prepared for the Freiderich Ebert FoundCftion 
[FES)-Ghana, (June 2006). 
• Raymond Atuguba and Christine Dowuona-Hammond. Corporate Social 
ResponsibUity in Ghana, A Research Report Prepared for the Freiderich Ebert 
Foundation (FES) -Ghana. (June 2006) . 
Raymond Atuguba (with assistance from Enyonam Dedey and Nana Tawiah 
Okyirl. Tra.fficking in Persons Must End. An Action Plan prepared for the 
Ministry of Women and Children's Affairs (MOWAC) of the Government of 
Ghana and the International Labour Organization (ILO), (July 2006) . 
Dowuona-Hammond. C. 
Christine Dowuona-Hammond and Raymond Atuguba. Consumer Protection 
in Ghana. a Report Prepared for the Freiderich Ebert Foundation-Ghana. (June 
2006) . 
Raymond Atuguba and Christine Dowuona-Hammond. Corporate Social 
Responsibility in Ghana. A Study conducted for the Freiderich Ebert 
Foundation-Ghana. (June 2006). 
Christine Dowuona-Hammond & Raymond Atuguba, CompUation and. Gender 
Analysis ofL aws Affecting Land and Property Rights in Ghana. Report prepared 
for the World Bank and Ministry of Justice (April, 2006) . 
Christine Dowuona-Hammond & Sheila Minkah Premo, Ascertainment and 
Documentation of Customary Laws and Practices on Land Tenure, Inheritance 
and. Matrimonial Property Rights in Ghana (ACL). (Report prepared for the 
Ministry of Justice/GTZ) (December. 2005). 
Christine Dowuona-Hammond. Review of Contracts Act. 1960 (Act 25). study 
conducted for the BUSiness Legislative and Advocacy Project of the Private 
Enterprise Foundation (PEF) supported by the Centre for International Private 
Enterprise (CIPE). (October 2005). 
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Hammond. A. 
• Prof. H.J.A.N. Mensa-Bonsu and Arna Hammond. The Implementation of the 
Rotterdam Convention in Ghana. a Research Report Prepared for the Food and 
Agriculture Organisation (FAO), (August. 2006). 
Manteaw. S. O. 
Legal and Irtstitutional Framework on BiDsecurity in Nigeria (Editor). (Carnegie 
Corporation Report. (2006). 
Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in Ghana (Editor), 
Carnegie Corporation B.eport. (2006). 
Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in Togo. (Editor), 
Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in Burkina Faso 
(Editor). Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
Legal and Institutional Framework on Biosecurity in Uganda (Editor). Carnegie 
Corporation Report. (2006). 
• Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in TWlZania 
(Editor), Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in Rwanda 
(Editor), Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
• Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in SouthA.frica 
(Editor). Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
9. Co-authored. Legal and Institutional Framework on BiDsecurity in EthiDpia 
(Editor). Carnegie Corporation Report. (2006). 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adusei. P. 
• "Cyberspace and the Dilemma of Traditional Copyright Law: An Assessment 
of the Impact on the Legal Community" (2002-2004) Vol. 22 UGW pp 202-
236. 
Agyebeng. W. K. 
Theory in Search of Practice: The Right of Innocent Passage in the Territorial 
Sea (2006) 39 Cornell Inn L.J. 371. 
Disappearing Acts - Toward a Global Civil Liability Regime for Pollution 
Damage Resulting from Offshore Oil and Gas Exploration (February 20. 2006). 
Cornell Law School. Cornell Law School LL.M. Papers Series. Paper 11. http:/ / 
Isr.nellco.org/cornell/lps/papers/l1 
• The Prophecies of the Prophetic Jurist - A Review of Selected Works of Oliver 
Wendell Holmes. Jr. (November 18. 2005). Cornell Law School. Cornell Law 
School IL.M. Papers Series. Paper 10. http://lsr.nellco.org/cornell/lps/papers/ 
10 
Appiagyei-Atua. K 
• "Bumps on the Road: A Rights-Based Critique of how Africa got to NEPAD" 
120 
(Accepted for publication in 'the next edition of African Human Rights Law 
Journal). 
Atuguba. R. 
Human Trafficking in Ghana: A Review of Legislation. (International Labour 
Organization (ILO) Geneva. 2005). 
• "Ghana: Changing Our Inherited Police Institutions" in Ann Seidman. Robert 
B. Seidman. Purnzo Mbana and Hanson Hu Li. Africa's Challenge: Using Law 
for Good Govemance and Development. (Africa World Press. Trenton. NJ. 2006). 
pp.53-77. 
"Ghana Developing Through Law". lEA Policy Analysis. Vol. No. ISSN 0855-
2460. (Institute of Economic Affairs. August 2005). • 
With Rowland Atta-Kesson. "Innovative Legal Aid Provisioning in Developing 
Countries-The Case of the Legal Resources Centre in Ghana". Published on 
the World Wide Web at http://www.petech.ac.za/ISGAD/ICLA%20Papers/ 
PaperVo20Atta -Kesson. pdf (2005). 
Ayine. D. M. 
• "International Institutions as Autonomous Development Agenda-Setters: The 
Case of Trade and Investment Law Reforms in Developing Countries" (2002-
2004)VoI.22. U.G.L.J. pp 161-201. 
Managing Trade Liberalisation: Legal System Deficiencies and the Political 
Economy of Contingency Protection in Ghana. Journal of African Law. (2004) 
48 (2) pp 207-238. 
Enhancing the Role of Civil Society in the Ghanaian Public Budget, published 
by the International Budget Project at www.internationalbudget.org/ 
index.htm. 
Bamba. A. B. A. 
• "Wilfully Causing Financial Loss to the State: A critique of the Republic versus 
Ibrahim Adam and Others" (2002-2004) Vol. 22 UGW. P 237. 
Benneh. E. Y. 
"Sovereign Immunity and International Crimes" (2002 - 2004) UGW. Vol. 
22. pp 112 - 160. 
Dowuona-Hammond. C. 
"Ensuring Equity in the Distribution of Matrimonial Property upon Divorce 
in Ghana: Preparing the Path for Legislation" (2005) 2 UBW pp 101-127. 
"Recent Legal Developments in Ghana" (2005) 2 UBW pp 149 - 157. 
Josiah-Aryeh. N. A. 
An outline of Islrunic Customary Law in Ghana. Accra. Sakumo Publishers. 
2005. '. 
Property Law of Ghana. Accra. Sakumo Press. 2005. 
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"Saving the Lessor from Himself: The Doctrine of Unconscionability under 
Section 128 of the Conveyancing De(T('{'" (2002-2004) Vol. 22 U.G.L.J. pp. 
250-265. 
Customary Law in the Twenty-First Century - A survey of Ghanaian 
Customary Law 2006, Annual Survey of Ghana Law (forthcoming) 
Manteaw. S. O. 
Doing Business in Ghana: The Expectations of a Ghanaian Lawyer Dealing 
with an American Partner (International Association of Protocol Consultants: 
2005, Washington DC. 
• "What Type of Lawyer does Africa Need? Legal Education in Africa" (Accepted 
for publication in the McGeorge Law Review). 
Mensa-Bonsu. H.J.A.N. 
"Picking Up The Pieces - Issues of the Prison System in a Post-Conflict 
Society" Vol 2 No.2 Nov. 2005. Legon Journal ofInternational Affairs. pp.36-
54. 
The Annotated Criminal Procedure Code (2nd ed) Black Mask. 2005. 
• "Reconciliation and National Integration" Public Forum on Reconciling the 
Nation", Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. Accra. 2005 pp 57-70. 
"Of 'nuts in the ground not being groundnuts'" - The Current State of 
Customary Law in Ghana" (2002-2004) Vol. 22 U.G.L.J. pp 1-24. 
CONFERENCES / SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS AND PAPERS PRESENTED 
Adusei. P. 
Poku Adusei "Monitoring Judicial Corruption: Understanding the processes 
of litigation at the Commercial Courts" a paper presented in July, 2006 as 
part of a training workshop for law student monitors organised by the Ghana 
Integrity Initiative, a local Chapter of Transparency International. 
Agyebeng. W. K. 
''The Prophecies of the Prophetic Jurist - A Review of Selected Works of 
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr." - Paper presented on November 18, 2005 at the 
Monthly LL.M. Seminar Series, Cornell Law School. Ithaca. New York. 
Appiagyei-Atua. K. 
• "The Right to Information Bill and State-Civil Society Relations". Paper 
presented at Conference on State-Civil Society Relations. Accra. Ghana. 
Organisers: Ghana Research and Advocacy Project. 2006. 
• 37th Session on International Human Rights and Victims Rights, Strasbourg, 
France. July 3-27,2006. 
"Causes of Corruption: A Cross-Country Analysis", Paper presented at a 
Training Workshop on Corruption. organised by Commission on Human 
Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ, Ghana). June 15, 2006. 
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"Domestic Law and Compliance with International Treaties: The Case of 
Ghana. Paper presented at the African Conference on Strengthening Civil 
Society: Ensuring Compliance with African International Standards on 
Human Rights and Good Governance, Banjul, Gambia. 26-28 June 2006. 
• 111e Role of Ghanaian Civil Society in the Reconciliation Process", Paper 
presented at Consultative Conference on the Essential Relationship of Civil 
Society and their Engagement with the Liberia TRC Process. Gbarnga, Bong 
County, Liberia. 9-10 June 2006. 
• "Corruption and Poverty/Realisation of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights", 
Paper presented at the African Regional Conference on Profiling Corruption 
as a Human Rights Issue, organised by the Kenya National Commission on 
Human Rights in Nairobi, Kenya . March 20-22, 2006. 
"A Rights-Based Analysis of the Role of the Youth in African Development". 
Paper presented at the Launching of Movement of African Youth for the 
African Union (MAYAU) , January 28.2006. 
Atuguba. R, 
"Corporate Governance and Corporate Social Responsibility". A set of Papers 
presented at a Workshop organized at the Tema Municipal Assembly by the 
Corporate Social Responsibility Movement. 12th _14th October 2005. 
"Strengthening Women's Economic Rights in the Areas of Inheritance and 
Property Rights with Particular Reference to Access to Land" , A Paper Prepared 
for the International Federation of Women Lawyers and Presented to Women 
Groups in five Regions of Ghana with assistance from Cynthia Gakpleazi 
and Edward Arnuzu in June. July and August 2005. 
111e Rule of Law and National Security: Challenges for the Judiciary" . A 
Paper Presented at a Conference on National Security Organised by The 
Legon Centre for International Affairs (LECIA), The Ministry of Defence, The 
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National 
Governance Programme (NGP) at the International Conference Centre, Accra, 
4-7 October. 2005. 
"Combating the Worst Forms of Child Labour in Ghana: The Role of 
Parliament". A Paper Presented (with Mr. Rowland Atta-Kesson) at The 
Parliamentary Centre's Monthly Legislative Series for Members of Parliament 
Held at the Kofi Annan Centre, Accra on the 9 th of February, 2006. 
-rhe State of Broadcasting Legislation in Ghana-Independent Broadcasters". 
A Paper Presented to Independent Broadcasters at a Workshop organized by 
the Ghana Advocacy Steering Committee for a National Broadcasting Law at 
Kumasi, Sunyani and Takoradi in February 2006. 
111e State of Broadcasting Legislation in Ghana -Public Broadcasters". A Paper 
Presented to Public Broadcasters at a Workshop organized by the Ghana 
Advocacy Steering Committee for a National Broadcasting Law at the Mensvic 
Hotel. Accra, March 2006. 
• 111e State of Broadcasting Legislation in Ghana-Institutional Braodcasters". 
A Paper Presented to Institutional Broadcasters at a Workshop organized by 
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the Ghana Advocacy Steering Committee for a National Broadcasting Law at 
the Mensvic Hotel, Accra, March 2006. 
• "The Ghana Police Service: A practical Agenda for Reform". A Paper presented 
at the Institute for Economic Affairs on 30th March 2006. 
"Enhancing Corporate Social Responsibility in Local Government". A Paper 
Presented at a Workshop for the Trade and Industry Committee of the Tema 
District Assembly at Tema on the 4th of May 2006. 
"The Significance of Domestic and International Rule of Law for Defence 
and Security". A Paper Presented to Senior Military and Police Personnel at 
the Ghana Armed Forces ColIege, Teshie, Accra on 8 th May 2006. 
"The Ghanaian Constitution: The Legal Framework for Defence and 
Security". A Paper Presented to Senior Military and Police Personnel at the 
Ghana Armed Forces College, Teshie, Accra on 8 th May 2006. 
• "Review and Strengthening of the Regulatory Framework for Apprenticeships 
in Ghana". A Paper Presented at a Workshop Organized by the Ministry of 
Manpower, Youth and Employment and the International Labour 
Organization's (ILO) International Programme on the Elimination of Child 
Labour for Stakeholders, 11th and 12th May 2006. 
"The Trust Bill and NGOs: Some Macro Issues". A Paper Presented at a 
Workshop for NGOs on the Trust Bill Organized by the Ghana Association of 
Progressive Voluntary Organizations (GAPVOD) and SNV-the Swedish 
Development Organization, 17th May 2006. 
"Leveraging Civic Input into Legislation". A Paper Presented at a Workshop 
organized by the Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional. Legal and 
Parliamentary Affairs, the Parliamentary Research Department and the Legal 
Resources Centre for Civil Society and Government Organizations on the 
Whistleblower Bill at Ange Hill Hotel. East Legon on 24th May 2006. 
• "Magistrate Court Rules, 2006: Some Broad Issues". A Paper Presented to 
the Parliamentary Committee on Subsidiary Legislation and the Rules of 
Court Committee at Adu Lodge, Osu on the 26th May 2006. 
"Working with Parliamentary Committees and Departments". A Paper 
Presented at a Workshop Organized by the Parliamentary Committee on 
Constitutional. Legal and Parliamentary Affairs and the Legal Resources 
Centre at Coconut Groove Regency Hotel. Elmina, 27th May 2006. 
"Review on International Laws and Practices on Trafficking". A Paper 
Presented at a Three Day Capacity Building Workshop for Senior Staff of the 
Ministry of Women and Children Affairs on Human Trafficking at Chelsea 
Guest House, Labone, Accra on the 21 st June 2006. 
• "Synthesis of Stakeholder Agreements for a Broadcasting Law for Ghana". 
Paper Presented at a Stakeholder's Workshop Organised by the Ghana 
Advocacy Steering Committee for a Broadcasting Law at Villa Cisneros Resort. 
Sogakope, Volta Region, Sunday 25th June, 2006. 
• "The Constitution of Ghana, Political Structures, and the Security Sector". 
A Paper Presented as part of the Governance Module of the Third Security 
Sector Governance and Management Course held at Ankrah HaII, Ghana 
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Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Teshie, Accra on the 26th of June 
2006. 
"Trafficking in Ghana Must End". A Paper Presented at a Workshop Organized 
by the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs and the International Labour 
Organization (ILO) at the Coconut Groove Regency Hotel, Accra on the 29th 
June 2006. 
"The Tax Culture of Ghana: Presentation of Research Findings to Select 
Chiefs". A Paper presented to members of the National House of Chiefs at a 
Seminar Organized by the German Technical Cooperation and the Legal 
Resources Centre at Novotel, Accra, on Friday the 21st of July 2006. 
• "Apprenticeships and the Worst Forms of Child Labour: Report on the Review 
and Strengthening of the Regulatory Framework for Apprenticeships in Ghana 
with a focus on Harzaduous Work and Other Worst Forms of Exploitation". A 
Paper presentation at a Child Labour Awareness Workshop Organized by the 
Judicial Training Institute for Selected Circuit Court Judges and Magistrates 
at Erata Hotel, on Saturday, 22nd July. 2006. 
• "The Tax Culture of Ghana: Presentation of Research Findings to Policy 
Makers, Tax Authorities and Select Participants from the General Public". A 
Paper presented at a Seminar Organized by the German Technical 
Cooperation and the Legal Resources Centre at Alisa Hotel, Accra, on Friday 
the 28th of July 2006. 
Ayine, D. M. 
• "Agriculture Financing in Ghana: Legal, Regulatory and Institutional 
Analysis", Background Paper Prepared for the Business Sector Advocacy 
(BUSAC) Project of the Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana. 
• "The Role of External Trade as an Instrument for Social and Industrial Policy 
in Ghana: An International Law and Policy Perspective", Paper prep;tr"ed for 
the Integrated SOCial Development Center (ISODEC) 
Gyan,K. 
"Environmental Jurisprudence in Africa: Lessons Learned" , Paper presented 
at a Workshop for State Attorneys from Ghana. Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Uganda 
and Liberia, Accra. June 12.2006. 
Manteaw, S. O. 
"The Need for Patent Harmonisation in Africa: Lessons from the United States 
and Europe" Paper delivered at the George Washington University 
International Intellectual Property Conference. Wasnington DC, November, 
2005. 
Mensa-Bonsu, H.J.A.N. 
"National Integration And Nation-Building - The Role Of The University 
Teacher". Keynote address delivered at the UTAG Congress, University of 
Cape Coast, 26th August, 2005. 
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"Partnering Education towards National Development - The Role of Parents 
and Teachers" Keynote Address. St Mary's Secondary School. Speech and 
Prize-giving Day. 25th March. 2006. 
• "Law and Order in Gha na's Democratic Dispensation" Biennial Philosophy 
Week Lectures. St Paul's Catholic Seminary. Sowutuom. 26th May. 2006. 
"The Statutory Functions of the University Council" National Council for 
Tertiary Educa:tion -Training Programme for Councils of the Universities of 
Ghana. Sogakope. 19th-21st August. 2005. 
"The NRC report on Media - The Human Rights/Democratic Governance 
Dimension". Ghana JouIT)alists Association Semina r. Koforidua. 9th Nov. 
2005. 
• National Governance Programme Seminar on the 1992 Constitution "We 
The People of Ghana: Understanding and Living the Constitution". Accra. 
5th -6th December. 2005; Kumasi. 9th December. 2005. 
ECOWAS Seminar on The Harmonisation Of Business Laws In Non-OHADA 
States. 21 st -22nd October. 2005 Abuja. Nigeria ECOWAS Working Group On 
The Harmonisation Of Business Laws In Non-OHADA States 21st -22nd 
October. 2005 Abuja. Nigeria 20th-21st November. 2005. 
Quashigah, K. 
• "The Role of Legal Education in Ensuring that the Law enhances and protects 
the rights of women" Paper presented at the OSIWA Regional Conference on 
Women and the Law in West Africa. Dakar. Senegal . 3rd - 4th July 2006. 
• " Alternative Dispute Resolution and its Potentials in Gh a na" Paper presented 
at a seminar on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanism 
in Ghana. organised by the Private Enterprises Foundation. Kumasi. 28th 
March 2006. 
"National Human Rights Institutions in West Africa" Discussion Paper at 
the ECOWAS Brainstorming and Expert Planning Workshop. Accra. 5th - 6th 
July 2006. 
OTHER ACTIVITIES AND EXTENSION WORK 
Mensa-Bonsu, H.J.A.N. 
Member. Police Council. March. 2006. 
Member. African Union Commission's Committee of Eminent Jurists on 
the Hissene Habre Case April. 2006. 
ECOWAS Nominee on International Technical Advisory Committee (ITAC) 
of Liberian Truth and Reconciliation Commission. May. 2006 
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FACULTY OF SCIENCE 
DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY 
OVERVIEW 
The department continues to perform its basic functions of teaching and research 
despite the constraints of laboratory equipment and other inputs. 
Dr. Augustine Ocloo recently joined the teaching staff and applications are being 
reviewed to engage more academic staff to improve teaching and learning. Two of 
the teaching staff are on study leave pursuing doctoral programmes and two others 
are on sabbatical leave. 
To provide greater ICf access to our students, the department with the assistance 
of the ICf directorate has put together a computer laboratory with the capacity 
for 20 computers. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The department offers courses leading to the award of B.Sc., M.Phi! and Ph.D 
degrees. Courses are offered in various fields of Biochemistry. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Student numbers during the year under review were as follows: 
Level200 (Introductory Biochemistry for Agriculture Students) - 196 
Level 300 215 
Level 400 61 
Level 600 Part I 10 
Level 600 Part II .2 
STAFFING POSITION. 
1 Professor (Part-time) 
4 Associate Professors (1 Part-time) 
3 Senior Lecturers 
2 Lecturers 
4 Senior Staff 
10 Junior Staff 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Individual staff research activities were wide ranging and cover areas such as: 
Biochemical analysis and transformation of agricultural by-products 
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Molecular Biology 
of parasites 
use of diagnoStic techniques for delivery of disease-free planting 
materials 
Natural Plant Products Research 
mode of action of anti-asthmatic, anti-inflammatory, anti-malarial, anti-
anaemic, anti-microbial plant extracts 
nutraceutical and cosmetoceutical compounds 
Efficacy of commercial antibiotics 
Parasite Immunology 
Insecticidal activity of secondary plant metabolites 
Pesticide residues analysis in foods and soil. 
Water quality analysis (bacterial and viral contents) 
PUBLICATIONS 
Adjimani. J.P. (2006). Molecules of Life: Structure and Function at a Glance. 2 nd 
Edition Beno Publications, Accra 
Adjimani. J. P. (2006). Molecules of Life: Energetics and Metabolism at a Glance. 
Beno Publications, Accra. 
Adamafio. N.A., Cooper-Aggrey, E., Quaye, F.O. Laary, J .K. & Quaye, J. (2004) 
Effectiveness of corn stalk ash in reducing condensed tannin content and 
improving in uitro enzymatic degradation of polysaccharides in crop residues 
Ghana.J. Sci. 44:87-92 
Adamafio. N.A.. Janha, R. Quaye, F.O .. Afeke. LK. Boadl. E.O. & Nartey, E.T. (2005). 
Evaluation of com (Zea mays) cob as a feed resource in Ghana: Preliminary studies 
on digestibility and biochemical composition. 24th Biennial Conference of the 
Ghana Science Association, Book of Abstracts, Abs. No. 164. p88. 
Adamafio, N.A., Ankrah. N.A. & Aryee, E-E (2006). Cyanogenic glucoside content 
of cassava (Manihot esculenta) peels: Varietal differences and effects of processing., 
Proc. 15th Annual Faculty Colloquium, University of Ghana. 
Sackey. S.T., (2006). Plant Viruses: the "unseen" enemy. Interfaculty Lectures. 
University of Ghana, Legon. 2006 
Muller, E., and Sackey. S.T. (2005) . Molecular variability analysis of five new 
cacao swollen shoot virus genomic consequences. Archives of Virology, 150,53-
66. 
Rodrigues, F.K, (2005) . Multiple Choice Questions in Biochemistry with answers 
and explanations. New Age International (P) Limited, a diVision of John Wiley 
Inc. 
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Rodrigues. F.K. . Annah. G .. Virrankoski. V .. Addo. K.K. and Osae-Addae. A. (2006). 
Isolation. purification and partial characterization of bacteriophages for Shigella 
dysenteriae. Accepted for publication by the Ghana Journal of Science. 
Rodrigues. F.K .. Bharwaj. G. P. Fobil J (2006) Evidence of plasmid-mediate 
trimethoprim resistance in two districts in Ethiopia. Ghana Journal of Science 
Vol. 8(1) 1-7 
Kingsford-Adaboh. R.. Dittrich .. Birger. Hubschle. Christian B .. Gbewonyo. W.S.K. . 
Okamoto. Hideki. Kimura. Masaro and Ishida. Hiroyuki. Invariom structure 
refinement. electrostatic potential and toxicity of 4 -0- methylalpinumisoflavone. 
0.0 - dimethylalpinumisoflavone and 5 -0 methyl- 0- methyl-4-0-(3-methyl- but 
-2-en-l- yl) alpinumisoflavone. Acta Crystallographic a B62. 843-849. 
Bosompem. K.M .. Osei. Y.D .. Brandful. D .. Kwaah. M.E .. Owusu-Biney. A. (2005). 
National Biosafety Guidelines Part I. Part II and Part III. Published byUNEP-GEF. 
National Biosafety Committee and Biotechnology and Nuclear Aagriculture 
Research Institute. Accra. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Adjimani. J. P. (2006). Iron and Life: the Secret behind the Blood Enriching 
Properties of Solanwn torvum Inter-Faculty Lecture. University of Ghana. 
Legon 2006. 
Kusi. K. A .. Goka. B .. Dodoo. D .. Obeng-Adjei. G. Troye-Blomberg. M. Quaye. 
I.K .. Moestrup. S.K.. Adjimani. J. P .• Akanmori. B. and Gyan. B. (2006). 
Haptoglobin Polymorphism and CD 163 Expression in Relation to Malaria 
Severity. 6 th Conference of the Federation of African Immunological Societies. 
Dakar. Senegal 
• Adjimani. J. P .. Owen. N. . Franz. K.. Wood. S .. Jones. C. J. Hymore. F .. Sapati. 
E. and Owusu-Ansah. E. Isolation. pufification and Identification of an Iron-
mobilizing Compound from Solanum torvum 2nd SCientific Meeting. Western 
Africa Network of Natural Products Research SCientists (WA NN PRES) August. 
2006. Elmina. Ghana 
Adjimani. J.P. and Owusu. B. (2006). Extraction and Partial Characterization 
of Anthocyanins from fruits of Alchomia cordifolia. Presented at the 15th Faculty 
of science colloquium. University of Ghana. Legon. 
Adjimani. J.P. • Anquah. T. and Akatse-Tsesu. G. (2006).Heam Polymerization 
Inhibitory Activity of Antimalarial Herbal Preparations. Presented at the 15th 
Faculty of science colloquium. University of Ghana. Legon. 
Adamafio. N.A. 24th Biennial Conference Of The Ghana Science Association. 
Accra. Ghana. 1-4 August 2005. 
Adamafio. N.A. Workshop on proposed College of Pure and Applied Sciences. 
University of Ghana. Erata Hotel. East Legon. February 12.2006. 
Adamafio. N.A. Faculty of Science Colloquium. University of Ghana. April 
25-26. 2006. 
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Adamafio, N.A. (2006) What Happens After a Meal: The Fascinating World of 
Metabolism. Inter-Faculty Lecture. University Of Ghana. Legon. 
• Gbewonyo, W.S.K. (March 16, 2006). Are we winning or losing the battle 
against insect pests/vectors? A biochemist's view. Inter-Faculty Lecture. 
University of Ghana. Legon. 
Dongdem F.A. and Gbewonyo, W.S.K. Insecticidal and Repellency Action of 
Extracts and Hydrodistillates of Clausena anisata and Hyptis spicigera and 
Identification of Essential Oil Constituents. 16th Conference of the African 
Association of Insect Scientists and the Entomological Society of Ghana. 6-
10 June 2005. Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research. Legon. 
Ghana 
Achonduh. O.A.. Gbewonyo, W.S.K .. Boakye D.A. and Wilson .. M.D and 
Appawu. M.A. Biochemical insecticide resistance in Anopheles gambiae 
sensu lato Giles (Diptera: Culicidae) in cabbage growing areas associated 
with pyrethroid and organophospahate use in Accra. Ghana. 16th Conference 
of the African ASSOCiation of Insect SCientists and the Entomological Society 
of Ghana. 6-10 June 2005. Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research. 
Legon. Ghana 
Samuel, K.C .. Wilson .. M.D. Gbewonyo, W.S.K .. Appawu. M.A and Boakye 
D.A. Susceptibility status of Anopheles gambiae S.l. (Diptera: Culicidae)to 
pyrethroids. organophosphates. Carbamates and DDT in Hohoe District. Volta 
Region of Ghana. 16th Conference of the African Association of Insect 
Scientists and the Entomological Society of Ghana. 6-10 June 2005. Noguchi 
Memorial Institute for Medical Research. Legon. Ghana 
Odhiambo. J.A.O .. Gbewonyo, W.S.K .. Obeng-Ofori. D .. Boakye D.A. and 
Wilson. M.D. Insecticidal resistance in the diamondback moth Plutella 
xyllostella L.(Lepidoptera: Yponoomeutidae) from selected cabbage farms 
associated with pyrethroid. organophosphorus and Bacillus thurigiensis (Bt) 
insecticide use in Southern Ghana. 16th Conference of the African 
Association of Insect SCientists and the Entomological Society of Ghana. 6-
10 June 2005. Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research. Legon. 
Ghana 
Bonney. E.Y .. Brandful. J.A.M and Sackey, S.T.(2006) Diagnosis of Dual HlV-
1 and HlV-2 Infections in HlV seropositive Ghanaians. Faculty of Science 
Colloquium. University of Ghana. Legon. 
Osei, Y.D. Speaker on the Topic "Biotechnology - Hope or Disaster for Africa". 
La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra 30th June 2006 during the observance of 
the SCientific Revival Day in Africa organaized by African Technology Policy 
Studies Network (ATPS) - Ghana Chapter. 
The Second African Regional Youth Congress on Science and Technology. 
June 26-28. 2006 on the theme "Food Security and Health for sustainable 
Development in Africa organized by ATPS - Ghana Chapter. 
Second Scientific Meeting of Western Africa Network of Natural Product 
Research Scientists. August 1-4. 2006 on the theme "Building capacity for 
Research and Development of Natural Products. Elmina Beach Resort. 
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Biotechnology Training Workshop for Members of Parliament. February 4-5, 
2006 at Greenland Hotel, Agona' Swedru. 
• UN Training Course on Biosafety and Ethics, Accra January 16-20,2006. 
Osei, Y.D .• Awua, A.K., Essien, N.A., Gamadeku. T. and Annang, F.B. (2005). 
The Isolation and Characterisation of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in 
Streams used for Vegetable Farming in Accra. 
Osei. Y.D .• Sackey, S.T., Awua, K.A., Umanah, G.E. and Asigri S. (2005). 
Extraction and Analysis of Microbial DNA from Ghanaian Soils. Both papers 
presented at 24th Biennial Conference of The Ghana Science Association, 
Accra, Ghana, Augustl-4, 2005. Book of abstracts, Abs No.164 
DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continued to promote botanical research and to train young 
graduates in various fields of Botany. The department still continued to offer 
extension services including identification of botanical specimens to various 
departments in the University and to many public institutions and organizations. 
There was a tremendous improvement in field activities by students especially 
at levels 100, 200 and 400 as a result of the Two hundred thousand cedis 
((:200,000,00) per student contribution towards fieldwork. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The Department ran courses in Biology at Levels 100 and 200, Courses in various 
fields of Botany covered Taxonomy and Ethnobotany, Ecology, Physiology, Mycology, 
Anatomy, Aquatic Botany and Genetics and Plant Breeding, 
Practical fieldwork was organized for students ofBIOL 101: (Interactions in Nature) 
and BOTN 427: (Conservation and Environmental Studies). 
Student members 
Level - 100 648 
Level - 200 477 
Level - 300 164 
Level - 400 21 
M.Phii I 6 
M.Phii II 2 
Ph.D 9 
Total 1327 
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Summary of staffing Position 
During the period one (1) Assistant Technician was appointed. However. there is 
still the urgent need for technical staff recruitment to enhance the technical 
base of the department. 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was: 
2 Emeritus Professors 
1 Professor 
2 Associate Professors 
5 Senior Lecturers/Research Fellows 
7 Lecturers/Research Fellow 
3 Part-Time Lecturers 
3 Chief Technicians 
2 Principal Technicians 
1 Senior Technician 
2 Technicians 
1 Senior Administrative Asst. 
1 Senior Asst. Transport Officer 
2 Asst. Technicians 
3 Senior Headmen 
1 Clerk Gd.I. 
1 Works Superintendent 
'The part-time lecturers include the 2 Emeritus Professors. 
Study Leave 
Five Senior members were on study leave [four local and [one outside) with pay. 
Two Assistant Technicians were also on study leave with pay. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
Laing. E. 
• Genetics and heritability of cowpeas [Vigna unguiculata Walp) 
Clerk. G.C. 
Ultrastructure. reproduction and physiology of fungi 
Odamtten. G.T. 
Post-harvest pathology and conservation 
Anti-microbial compounds in higher plants as control agents for plant 
pathogenic fungi 
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Fungal biodiversity and fungal biotechnology 
Edible and poisonous mushrooms of Ghana. 
Enu-Kwesi. L. 
Ecophysiology of useful plants of Ghana including the autecology of some 
timber species in Ghana. 
• Seed biology - dormancy and germination studies. 
Biodiversity and tree-crop compatibility studies. 
Acheampong. E. 
In vitro multiplication of plantain. cocoyam and other root tubers. 
In vitro multiplication of pineapples for commercial production. 
Cryopreservation studies. 
Ameka.G.K. 
• Ecology of aquatic macrophytes; rheophytes of Ghana. 
Amoah.C. 
Water quality and biological components of sewage. 
Markwei. C. 
Studies on mineral nutrition of Vigna subterranea (Bambara groundnut and 
Xanthosoma mafafa) 
Biodiversity studies. 
Adomako. J.K. 
Field and laboratory studies on the regeneration of Piptadeniastrum afticanum 
Yankson. M. 
• Regeneration of some ornamental plants. 
Studies on some disease of ornamental plants. 
Asante. I. K. 
Quantitative genetics and plant breeding 
Annang. T.Y. 
Managing aquatic plant proliferation in the Lower Volta Basin. 
Ecology of Freshwater algae in the Densu River Basin. 
Essilfie. M.K. 
Systematic Botany and plant conservation 
Vordzogbe. V.V. 
Plant Ecology. Post-fire Forest Regeneration and Conservation. 
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Owusu. Ebenezer 
Mycology 
Plant Pathology 
Adomako. E. E. 
Population EC<Hogy and Conservation Biology. 
Asase. A. 
Taxonomic Botany 
Ethnobotany 
Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity 
Koranteng S.S. 
Environmental Water Pollution. 
Environmental Management Water Quality Assessment. 
PROJECTS 
The Department is currently undertaking the underlisted projects with other 
Organizations (local and international): 
Development of cryopreservation techniques for yam. cocoyam and frafra 
potato (LOA/SSA/2000/35) . 
GATS BY Research (Agric, Forestry and Fisheries) to raise (in tissue culture) 
cultivars of plantains for the Ministry of Food and Agriculture. 
Collaboration with the private sector to multiply pineapple for commercial 
production and export. 
*T11ere is collaboration among the University ofG hana. the International Plant Genetic 
Resources Institute, Rome and the United Nations University Institute of Natural 
Resources in Africa (UNU / INRA) to make the Tissue Culture laboratory at the Botany 
Department a Centre of Excellence for Research and Post Graduate Training in Plant 
Tissue Culture and Biotechnology in Africa. 
The African Plants Initiative . The African Plants Initiative (API) Project seeks to 
digitize African Plant Types in major Herbaria in N. America, Europe and Africa. 
The Northern Savanna Biodivers ity Conservation Project (NSBCP) under which 
the Department is involved in the establishment of the Savanna Herbarium. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Odamtten. G.T. (2005) . Natural Occurrence. Economic Impact and Control 
of Aflatoxins in Africa WHO Expert Committee Meeting on Ajlatoxins and Health 
Brazaville. Republic of Congo WHO Publication. May 2005. 
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Asase. a. Oteng-Yeboah. A.A. Odamtten. G. T. and Simnonds. M.S .J . (2005) 
Ethnobotanical Studies of Some Antimalarial plants . Journal oj 
Ethnopharmacology 99: 273-279. 
• Nyarko. B.J . B .. Serfor-Armah. Akaho E .H.K .. Kyere. A.W.K. a nd Odamtten 
G.T. (2005) Reactor Neutron activation analysis of Lichens by the k -NAA 
standardization method. International Journal oj Pure and Applied Physics 1 
(2): 181 - 190. 
Asase. a. Oteng-Yeboah. A.A. Odamtten. G. T. and Simnonds. M.S .J . (2006) 
Antimalarial properties of four selected ethnobotanicals from Ghana. Legon 
JournaloJScience 1 (1): 37-41. 
Arnoah. C.M .. Odamtten. G.T. and Longmatey. H. (2006) . Sensitivity of 
Escherichia coli. Klebsiella pneumoniae and nine other bacterial species 
islolated from drinking water in the Lower Volta Basin to some commonly 
used an tibiotics. Ghana Journal oj Science (I n Press). 
Owusu. E . and Dusu. S . (2006) . The potential application of citronella oil to 
control soil facultative parasite Sclerotium rolfsii SaccoL egon Journal oJScience. 
(1) 1: 1-8 
Owusu. E . and Kwami. S. (2006). The influence of culture filtra te of AspergUlus 
fialJus on the germination and seed development of cowpea (Vigna l!J1gulculata 
Walp). LegonJournaloJScience. (1) 1: 22-27. 
Asase A. Oteng-Yeboah. A. A. . Odamtten. G.T. and Simmonds. M.S . J. 2006. 
Antimalarial propertics of four selected ethnobotanicals from Ghana. Legon 
Journal of Science 1 (1): 37-41. 
• Asase A. Oteng-Yeboah. A.a .. Odamtten. G.T. and Simmonds. M. S. J . 2005. 
Ethnobotanicals Study of some Ghanaian antimalarial plants . Journal of 
Ethnopharmacology 99: 273-279. 
Asase. A and Oteng-Yeboah. A.A. 2005. an Ethnobotanical stud~ in Wechiau 
Community Hippopotamus Sanctuary. XVII International Botanical Congress. 
Vienna Book of abstracts. Page 109. www.ibc2005.ac .at. 
Asante I . K .. Addy. R and Carson A.G. (2006). Use of Liner document function 
analysis in seed morphotype relationship study in 31 Lima bean (Phaseolus 
lunatus L) accession in Ghana . GJASVo1.39 (Part 1): 
Asante I.K .. Adu-Dapaah. H. and Addison. P (2006) Variation in contents of 
crude protein and mineral elements in 32 cowpea (Vigna ungUiculata (L.) 
walp) accessions in Ghana GJASVo1.39 (Part 1): 83-86. 
B.M. Dzomeku and L. Enu-Kwesi. 2006. Ecophysiological study of two urban 
forestry species (Azadirachta india and Milletia thonningii) in Ghana. 
Research Journal of Botany 1(3) : 134- 138. 
• Hayford. E .K. and Enu-Kwesi. L .. 2006. IsotopiC tracers for net primary 
productivity for a terrestrial ecosystem: A case study of the Volta River Basin . 
Ghana Journal of Science 46 in pres s). 
Swaine. M. D .. J. KAdomako. G. K. Ameka. K. A. A. de Graft-Johnson and M. 
Cheek (2006). Forest river plants and water quality in Ghana. Aquatic Botany 
85: 299-308. 
Nunoo. F. K. E. & Ameka. G. K. (2005) . Occurrence of macro-algae in the by-
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catch of beach seine fisheries at Sakumono. Ghana . West African Jownal oj 
Applied Ecology 8: 79-87. 
Ameka. G. K. (2005) . Systematics, Phylogeny and Conservation of 
Podostemaceae in Africa. A paper presented at the 17th International 
Botanical Congress. 17-23 July 2005, Vienna. Austrta. 
Kita. Y. . Imaichi. R.. Gaogue. J -P., Ameka. G. K. & Kato. M. (2005). Phylogeny 
oj Cameroonian and Ghanaian Podostemaceae. A poster presentation at the 
17th International Botanical Congress. 17-23 July 2005. Vienna. Austrta. 
M.D. Swaine. J. Adomako. G. Ameka. K.A.A. de Graft-Johnson. M. Cheek 
2006. Forest River plants and water quality in Ghana Aquatic Botany 85 
(2006) 299-308 
Report 
Asaote I.K.. Final report on "Genetic structure and bottleneck studies at 
the malate dehydrogenase and phospoglucoisomerase Iglucose-6-phosphate 
isomerase) gene lOCi of Neem (Azadirachta indica)" submitted to the Third 
World Academy of Sciences (1WA ) on November 20. 2006. 
Enu-Kwesi. L. and Banson. A. Final Report on ' "BASELINE BIOTIC 
CONDITIONS IN SLaM PROJECT AREAS". Submitted to National Slam 
Secretartat via the Department of Geography and Resource Development. 
University of Ghana - Legon. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOP ATTENDED 
Odamtten. G.T. (2005) Attempts at developing of biotechnology programme 
at the Faculty of Science. University of Ghana. Proceedings. Workshop on 
Developing Post-Graduate Programme in Biotechnology. TALIF Crystal Royale 
Hotel 25-26th July 2005. 
Asase. A. 
Ghana Science Association 10th Biennial Workshop Thursday. 20th July 
2006. GNAT Hall-Accra . 
Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCl),s 6th International 
Congress on Education in Botanic Gardens. 10-14th September 2006. Oxford. 
UK 
Asaote. I.K. 
Plant Resources of Tropical Africa a (PROTA) Cereals and Pulses Brainstorm 
Workshop Held at the World Agroforestry Centre (lCRAF). Nairobi. Kenya. 
31st October - 2nd November 2006. 
Dr. Carol Markwei 
Second Global Authors meeting of the International Assessment of 
Agrtcultural Knowledge Science and technology for development (lAASTD) 
in Bangkok Thailand. 1st-5th May 2006. 
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Third Global Authors meeting of the IAASTD Oct. 2006. 
• Third IAASTD Global Authors Meeting San Jose. Costa Rica. 6th 9th 
November 2006. 
Global Environment Outlook (GEO-4) Outlook Section Review Meeting. 
Johannesburg. South Africa. 16~-18th June 2006. 
Prof. G. K. Ameka 
International Conference. Biodiversity at the Ecosystem level - patterns 
and processes. Organised by the Danish Biodiversity Information Facility -
DanBiF. 26--27th April 2006. University of Aarhus. Denmark. 
Third Technical Workshop of the African Plants Initiative (API) Project. 30th 
January - 3rd February 2006. at the research Centre. Kristenbosch National 
Botanic Garden. Cape Town. South Africa. 
Workshop on Toolkits for the Management of Ghana's Riverine Biodiversity. 
9th - 13th January. 2006 at the Centre for African Wetlands. University of 
Ghana. Legon (Prof. Asomaning and Prof C. Gorden). 
Workshop on Case Study on Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit Sharing 
(ABS), 27th October. 2005 at the Science and Technology Policy Research 
Institute (STEPRl-CSIR). Accra. Ghana. 
17th International Botanical Congress. 17-23 July 2005. at the Vienna 
Conference Centre. Vienna. Austria. 
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY 
The Chemistry Department continued to playa major role in the education of 
undergraduate students in the Science Faculty. The Department had the following 
student numbers at the various levels. 
Level 100 575 
Level 200 490 
Level 300 91 
Level 400 43 
M.Phii Part I 4 
M.Phii Part II 9 
PhD 3 
The large number of students especially in levels 100 and 200 continued to pose 
a major problem to the Department especially with respect to practicals. 
The academic facility user fee is woefully inadequate and the department is 
tottering on the red. 
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During the year the department won a TALIF grant for natural products/medicinal 
chemistry research. Through a member of staff. Dr K. Busia. the department 
started fruitful discussions with Meiji University. Tokyo Japan and Middlessex 
University UK towards collaboration in natural products/medicir1:l1 chemistry 
research. The University. on behalf of the department. has since signed a 
memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Meiji University. 
Lecturers continued to be overloaded because of the large number of students. 
this affected their research output tremendously. 
At the undergraduate level the passing rate of students in examination continued 
to be disappointing. Obviously the large number of students hamper effective 
teaching and learning. At levels 300 and 400 the passing rate was still 
unacceptable. 
In general students continued to show lack of interest in the subject. Their 
attendance rate at lectures was very low. 
Some members of the department continued to serve on various boards and also 
as examiners of the West African Examination Council. 
For the year under review the department had the following staff at post 
Prof. W.R. Phillips 
Prof. W.A. Asomaning 
Prof. L Addae-Mensah 
Prof. C.K. Akpabli 
Prof. M. Dakubu 
Prof. D. Carboo 
Dr. LV. Oppong 
Dr. F.L. Phillips 
Dr. C.T. Beni 
Dr. R.K. Akuamoah (Head of Department) 
Dr. K. Busia 
Dr. L. K. Doamekpor 
Dr. V. K. Nartey 
Dr. (Mrs) D. Osei-Safo (on Sabbatical Leave) 
Dr. K. Adaboh 
Dr. A.K. Donkor 
The department also made use of part-time lecturers to manage the large numbers 
of students. 
Staff Publications 
Robert Kingsford-Adaboh. Birger Dittrich. Christian B. Hubschele. Winfred 
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S.K. Gbewonyo. Hideki Okamoto. Masam Kimura and Hiroyuki Ishida. 
Invariom structure refinement electrostatic potential and tOxicity of 4-0-
methylalpinumisoflavone. O.O-dimethylapinumisoflavone and 5-0-methyl-4-
0-(3-methylbut- 2-en-l-yl] alpinumisoflalvone 5-0-methyl-4-0-(3-methylbut-
2-en-l-yl] alpinumisoflavone. IUCr great Britain. Acta Crystallographica 
Section B structural Science Acta Cryst. (2006), B62. 843-849. 
• R Kingsford-Adaboh. E. Ahiano. B. Dittrich H. Okamoto. M. Kimura. and H. 
Ishida. Crystal structure of 4'-0-methylalpinum isoflavone at 90K. Wiley-
VCH GmbH and Co. KGai\'. Weinbeim. Germany WILEY Interscience. Cryst. 
Res. Techno!. 41 No.7. 728-733 (2006). 
Y. Serfor-Armah. D. Carboo. RK. Akuamoah. A. Chatt. Determination of 
selected elements in red. brown and green seaweed specie.s for monitoring 
pollution in the coastal environment of Ghana. Akademiai Kialdo. Budapest. 
Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry. Vol. 269. No.3 2006), 
711 - 718. 
Donkor A.K .. Bonzongo. J .C .. Nartey. V.K.. and D.K. Adotey. Mercury in different 
environmental compartments of the Pra River Basin. Ghana. Netherlands. 
Science of the Total Environment 386: 164-176 (2006). 
Donkor A. K. . Bonzongo. J.C .. Nartey. V. K.. and D. K. Adotey. Artisanal mining 
of gold with mercury in Ghana. Accra. West Africa Journal of Applied Ecology 
9: 93-103 (2006). 
Nartey. V. K.. RK. Adaboh. J.R Fianko and A. Donkor. Water Quality 
Assessment of streams draining the Akwapin Ridge of Ghana. Accra. West 
Africa Journal of Applied Ecology 8: 175-186 (2005). 
Donkor A. K. . Bonzongo. J.C .. Nartey. V. K.. and D. K. Adotey. Heavy metals in 
sediments of gold mining impacted Ghanaian Pra River Basin. West Africa. 
Netherlands. International Journal of Sediments and Soil Contamination 
14: 479-503 (2005). 
Nartey V.K. A. Donkor and B. Wiredu. Recovery of silver from waste 
photographic X-ray films from Ghana. Accra. Ghana Journal of Chemistry 6: 
56-93 (2005). 
DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Computer Science continues to playa leading role in the 
training of middle-level skilled manpower for the country's IT industry. The 
opportunities and potential jobs in Computing and Information Technology in 
Ghana are enormous and therefore there is great deal of pressure from both 
fresh and continuing students on enrolment. 
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STAFF POSITION 
There is now an improvement in the staff position in the Department. At the 
moment. there are five (5) full-time Senior Members in the Department. However. 
the Department is assisted by two part-time Lecturers from the industry and one 
Visiting Scholars from China. 
COMPUTING FACILITIES 
Manpower training in Computer Science must necessarily contain substantial 
practical component. which should reflect the State of the Art Technology and 
meet the requirements of the Computer industry. Computer facilities in our 
Teaching Laboratories are woefully inadequate to meet the growing students 
demand. Currently. the Department is training about 900 students with only 50 
working Computers. 
The first phase of Network facility at the Teaching Laboratory is almost completed. 
Contract for the second phase. which is to connect our network to the University 
network. using a fibre optic backbone is yet to be awarded. 
MAJOR PROBLEM AREA 
Since its inception in 1973/74. the Department of Computer Science had 
remained the only Department in the Faculty of Science without her own building. 
besides other constraints. 
To accelerate smooth academic activities. movement of students from our 
Department to other sister Institutions and Industry for familiarization visits 
become very difficult using hired vehicles. 
PROGRAMME 
There have been no substantial changes in the programmes that the Department 
offers for the BA and BSc. Degree. However. much emphasis is now being placed 
on the practical components of all the Courses and collaborative links are being 
established with the Computer industry in order to offer the appropriate manpower 
training and vigorous research efforts into areas in which Computer and 
Information Technology can best serve the needs of the nation. Notable among 
these new areas are Object Oriented Programming. Relational Database 
Management Systems and Systems Analysis. as well as Networking and Data 
Communication. 
The Department now offer Courses in Computer Science at first year (Level 100) 
since the 2005/2006 academic year. 
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ENROLMENT TRENDS 
Level 100 430 
Level 200 350 
Level 300 180 
Level 400 200 
SERVICE COURSES 
The Department provides service courses to the following: 
College of Agriculture & Consumer Sciences 
School of Public Health 
College of Allied Health Sciences. Korle-Bu 
• Legon Centre for International Affairs (LEClAl 
DEPARTMENT'S ACTIVITIES 
The Department is recognized as CISCO Networking Local Academy and continues 
to train students on the skills for the Internet Economy and Networking 
Certification. 
RESEARCH INTEREST 
Senior Members of the Department continues research and consulting work in 
the following areas: 
Aryeetey J. A. - Lecturer. Database Information Systems Development 
Odoom I. On Study Leave 
EckluJ. - Tutor. System Development. Data Communication & 
Networking 
Ernest B. B. Gyebi - Lecturer. Computer Hardware. Networking and Data 
Communication 
Wiredu B. S-K. Lecturer. Computer Hardware. Networking and Data 
Communication, Neural Networking and Intelligent 
Building 
Prof. Ding - Visiting Scholar. Computer Graphic 
Matilda Wilson So, - Tutor, Software Engineering 
Non - Teaching Staff 
2 Senior Staff 
3 Junior Staff 
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DEPARTMENT OF GEOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
In the 2005/2006 academic year, the Department of Geology continued to teach 
its programme both at the graduate and undergraduate levels. Inadequate 
laboratory and lecture space continued to be our major constraints in handling 
the increasing number of undergraduate students. Other constraints included 
lack of field equipment to enhance training,of students and inadequate computers 
for teaching and research. The Department entered into an agreement with the 
Geological Survey Department to avail their X-ray Fluorescence facility to the 
Department for teaching and research. 
STUDENTS NUMBERS 
Level 100 812 
Level 200 64 
Level 300 67 
Level 400 26 
Level 600 8 
Ph.D. 7 
STAFFING POSITION 
The Department has a permanent teaching staff of 11 with 8 supporting junior 
and senior staff. Part-time lecturers still play an important role in the teaching of 
courses in the department. The breakdown of staff at post were: 
5 Senior Lecturers 
6 Lecturers 
2 Senior staff 
6 Junior staff 
3 Part-time lecturers 
Out of this, Dr. Johnson Manu was on Sabatical Leave and Dr. J.M. Kutu Joined 
the Department as lecturer in Structural Geology. 
THE DANIDA-ENRECA HYDROGEOWGIAL PROJECT 
The DANlDA-ENRECA HYDROGEOLOGICAL project started in 1997 and has 
conSistently focused on the enhancement of research capacity of hydrogeologists 
in the universities and research institutions in Ghana and also training graduate 
hydrogeologists for the water sector. Currently the project is in its final phase 
(expected to end in 2008) and it is expected to produce nine PhD's, five of whom 
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have already completed and the rest at vartous phases of completion. To date. the 
project has sponsored 10 M.Phii students. It is expected that by 2008. 15 MPhii 
students would have benefited from the sponsorship programme of the project. 
The supervision of all the students is carried out with the support of our 
counterparts from Denmark. Dr. Bruce Banoeng-Yakubo is the Local Responsible 
Party in Ghana and co-ordinates all the activities of the Project. 
The project has provided equipment for training of hydrogeologists and 
geophysicists with strong teaching support facilities including vartous types of 
geological software. The DANIDA-ENRECA HYDROGEOLOGICAL project has GIS 
and remote sensing processing and interpretation capability for the training of 
Geoscientists. The project is currently initiating plans with the Department to 
begin modular programmes in groundwater studies for consultants and 
technicians in the water sector in the country. 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Senior Members continued their research activities with some other researchers 
both in and outside the country. In addition. some Senior Members were engaged 
in consultancy services for other organisations. Some of these projects include: 
Mining. Development and Environment (Collaboration with Dr. Gavin Hilson 
and colleagues from Manchester and Cardiff Universities. UK) 
Waste Management (collaboration with Waste Management Department of 
AMA) 
- Land Reclamation and Associated Problems in Mined-out Areas (collaboration 
with Prof. S. K. A. Danso. Ecological Laboratory-and Chair of Geo-
Environmental Studies. Legon) 
Socio-economic. environmental and policy issues associated with Artisanal/ 
Small Scale Mining (A/SSM) of Diamonds in Akwatia Area. Eastern Ghana 
(collaboration with Prof. S. K. A. Danso. Ecological Laboratory and Chair of 
Geo-Environmental Studies. Legon) 
Regional Geochemical Soil Sampling programme in selected parts of the 
country (part of an EU-funded Geological Mapping Project) 
Field studies on the Buem-Togo-Dahomeyan structural units. Ghana. 
Geological study of gemstones and indusmal rocks and minerals in Ghana. 
to determine their suitability for a lapidary base in Ghana (collaboration 
with Quest Resource Ltd). EU Project No. 8ACP GH 027. Mining Sector Support 
Programme (MSSP). 
A study into the availability and suitability of gypsum for industrtal use in 
Ghana (collaboration with GEOMAN CONSULT LT O). EU Project No. 8ACP GH 
027/5. Mining Sector Support Programme (MSSP). 
Design and management of University of Ghana water supply augmentation 
project from groundwater sources 
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MAJOR RESEARCH PROJECTS 
Impacts of mining activities on the environment 
This project started in 2002 and has ever since been on-going. The research 
focuses on possible pollution of groundwater and surface water in mining areas 
and communities and is designed to complement government and mining 
companies' efforts to mitigate such adverse effects of the mining activities in 
Ghana. The programme is concentrated on the Tarkwa. Abosso and Prestea mining 
areas. Two PhD students. both of which have successfully completed. benefited 
from the programme. 
At present the project is focusing on more long term monitoring of the evolution 
of the groundwater quality in tJ:e mining areas. A similar project is currently on-
going along the Ashanti Belt at the axis of Dunkwa-Obuasi. 
Water balance and hydrogeological studies of the Densu River Basin 
The project was initiated in 1997 with a strong focus on research and training. A 
hydrometric and baSic microclimatic station was established at Buokurom in 
the Pompom Sub-basin of the Densu River BaSin c. 50 km NW of Accra. 
The station is used for (i) monitoring wetland water balance and. (iI) studies on 
recharge and groundwater fluctuations by continuously logging a number of 
hydrolOgical and hydrogeological parameters. Surface water and existing boreholes 
and dug wells in the catchment area are continuously monitored by means of 
hydrometric and hydrogeolOgical parameters. Groundwater and surface water 
quality are monitored at selected pOints in the catchments area. The results 
from these research programmes and the data from the climatologically station 
will be made available for the IWRM programme in the Densu River Basin . 
Hydrogeological investigations and water balance studies in the Keta Basin. 
Volta Region 
This Hydrogeological Project in the Keta District was initiated in 1996 in order to 
investigate the groundwater quality and the risk of saline groundwater in the 
Keta Limestone aquifer. This is the major groundwater resource in the Keta 
Basin and will be utilized for a number of new water supply schemes. In 2001. the 
Hydrogeological Project at Anloga. Keta District was also established in order to 
investigate the groundwater quality and the risk of seawater intrusion into the 
shallow groundwater reservoir at the Keta Strip. 
Currently. the hydrochemical and hydrogeological characteristics ofthe deep Keta 
Limestone Aquifer and its eastwards extension into the subsurface of Togo is 
being investigated to understand the recharge source to these confined aquifers 
in the basin. The results are of crucial interest for the activities of Community 
Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) in the coastal area of the eastern Ghana. 
This will help stem the increasing problem of freshwater-saltwater intrusion in 
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the aquifers which has already caused the shutting down of the main borehole 
supplying the Keta township and its environs with potable water supply. 
Assessment of Pollution Status and Vulnerability of Water Supply Aquifers of 
Keta. Ghana 
This is a groundwater monitoring project designed for the Keta Basin and stretches 
along the eastern coastline of Ghana and continues for over 30 km into Lome, 
Republic of Togo and wedged between the Gulf of Guinea and the Keta and Avu 
Lagoons. 
Almost all communities in the area have, over the years, been relying on perched 
shallow sandy aquifers for both domestic and agricultural water supplies. These 
aquifers are tapped by hand-dug wells in every household. However. the sanitary 
condition around the wellhead and padding in many cases is poor. Despite the 
fact that these communities are urbanized and as such heavily populated, it is 
obvious that the vulnerability of these aquifers to pollution from various sources 
does not daunt most of the inhabitants as domestic waste discharge including 
sewage and soakaways are constructed without due regard to the fact that they 
are discharged directly into the aquifer system. 
The main objective of this project. therefore, is to assess the vulnerability of the 
groundwater to pollution as a basis of identifying hotspots and major threats to 
these aquifers to enable the development of appropriate policy options for better 
safeguarding of the groundwater resource. In addition, an early warning network 
can then be established in order to mitigate possible contamination of the water 
supply aquifers. 
Studies of the groundwater resource potential of the Middle Voltaian sediments 
Extensive drilling of water supply boreholes has taken place in the Mram Plains 
and in the Northern Region during the last 10 years but with surprisingly low 
success rate in spite of intensive use of geophysical prospecting methods. Five 
successful very deep test boreholes (100-150 m) were drilled by CWSA in 2001 as 
a research activity funded under the DANIDA water sector programme. The 
selection of sites for these boreholes was done without any use of geophysical 
methods, and the very encouraging results indicate that the hitherto applied 
methods and strategies for selection of sites as well as the depth of drilling in 
this geological environment need to be reconSidered. 
This research intends to establish a more detailed litho-stratigraphy of the Middle 
Voltaian sedimentary formations and determine the water bearing capacity 
(permeability /transmisivity and porosity/storage coeffiCient) and the 
hydrochemistry of the individual formations or lithological units as well as their 
recharge capacity. Another important objective is to determine the resistivity of 
the individual formations or lithological units aiming to develop the optimal 
strategy for applying electrical geophysical methods for groundwater prospecting 
in the Middle Voltaian sedimentary areas. 
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This project is to supplement the existing water supply system to the University 
of Ghana with groundwater with a network of boreholes in the Botanical Gardens 
of the University. The project is in its final stages of implementation with the 
installation of two high capacity pumps which shall pump about 870 m3day'\ 
additional water to the system. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Asiedu. D. K. 
• Osae. S .. Asiedu. D.K. . Banoeng-Yakubo. B .. KoeberI. C .. Dampare. S.B. (2006). 
Provenance and tectonic setting of the Late Proterozoic Buem sandstones of 
southeast Ghana: evidence from geochemistry and detrital modes. Journal 
of African Earth Sciences (Elsevier Science). vol. 44 pp 85-96. 
Asiedu. D.K. . Hegner. E .. Rocholl. A .. Atta-Peters. D. (2005). Provenance of 
Late Ordovician to Early Cretaceous sedimentary rocks from southern Ghana. 
as inferred from Nd isotopes and trace elements. Journal of African Earth 
Sciences (Elsevier Science). vol. 41 pp 316-328. 
Dampare. S.B .. Shibata. T .. Asiedu. D.K. . Osae. S. (2005). Major element 
geochemistry of Proterozoic Prince's Town granitoids from the southern 
Ashanti volcanic belt. Ghana. Okayama University Earth Science Report. 
vol. 12 pp 15-30. 
Dampare. S .. Asiedu. D .. Banoeng-Yakubo. B .. Shibata. T. (2005). Heavy 
mineral analysis of alluvial sediments from the Akwatia area of the Birim 
diamondiferous field. Ghana. Okayama University Earth Science Report. vol. 
12 pp 7-14. 
• Dampare. S.B .. Nyarko. B.J.B .. Osae. S .. Akaho. E.H.K.. Asiedu. D.K. . Serfor· 
Armah. Y .. Nude. P. (2005). Simultaneous determination of tantalum. 
nobium. thorium and uranium in placer columbite-tantalite deposits from 
the Akim Oda District of Ghana. by epithermal instrumental neutron 
activation analysis. Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry 
(Springer. Dordrecht). vol. 265 pp 53-59. 
Dampare. S.B .. Asiedu. D.K. . Osae. S .. Narko. B.J.B .. Banoeng-Yakubo. B. 
(2005). Determination of rare earth elements in altered ultramafic rocks 
from the Akwatia District of the Birim diamondiferous field. Ghana. by neutron 
activation analysis. Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry 
(Springer. Dordrecht). vol. 265 pp. 101-106. 
Atta-Peters. D. 
• Asiedu. D. K.. Hegner. E .. Rocholl. A. . and Atta-Peters. D. (2005) Provenance 
of Late Ordovician to Early Cretaceous sedimentary rocks from southern 
Ghana. as inferred from Nd isotopes and trace elements. Journal of African 
Earth Sciences (Elsevier Science). vol. 41. pp 316-328. 
Atta-Peters. D. and Salami. M. B. (2006) Aptian - Maastichtian palynomorphs 
from the offshore Tano Basin. Western Ghana. Journal of African Earth 
Sciences (Elsevier Science). vol. 46. pp 379-394. 
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Arkaah. A. B .. Kaminski. M .. Ogle. N .. Kalin. R. M .. Atta-Peters. D .. Apaalse. 
L.. Wiafe. G .. Armah. A. K. (2006). Early Paleogene climate and productivity 
of the Eastern Equatorial Atlantic. off the western coast of Ghana. Quaternary 
International. vol. 148. pp 3 -7. 
Banoeng-Yakubo. B. 
Osae. S .. Asiedu. D.K.. Banoeng-Yakubo. B .. Koeberl. C .. Dampare. S.B. (2006). 
Provenance and tectonic setting of the Late Proterozoic Buem sandstones of 
southeast Ghana: evidence from geochemistry and detIital modes. Journal 
of African Earth Sciences (Elsevier Science). vol. 44 pp 85-96. 
Akabzaa. T.M .. Banoeng-Yakubo. B.K .. and Armah. T.E.K. (2005). 
Antropogenic sources of mercury pollution in the southwestern Ghana. Ife 
Journal of SCience. vol. 7 pp 263-269. 
Akabzaa. T.M .. Banoeng-Yakubo. B. and Seyire. J.S. (2005). Heavy metals 
in some mining communities within the Jimi River basin in Ashanti Region. 
Ghana. Journal of Ghana Science Association. vol. 7 pp 36-45. 
• Dampare. S .. Asiedu. D .. Banoeng-Yakubo. B .. Shibata. T. (2005). Heavy 
mineral analysis of alluvial sediments from the Akwatia area of the Birim 
diamondiferous field. Ghana. University Earth Science Report. vol. 13 pp 7-
14. 
Dampare. S.B .. Asiedu. D.K.. Osae. S .. Narko. B.J.B-.. Banoeng-Yakubo. B. 
(2005) Determination of rare earth elements in altered ultramafic rocks 
from the Akwatia DistIict of the BiIim diamondiferous field. Ghana. by neutron 
activation analysis. Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry. vol. 
265 pp. 101-106. 
Nude. P. 
Kodjopa Attoh. and Prosper M. Nude (2006). Tectonic significance of 
carbonatite and ultrahigh-pressure rocks in the Pan-African Dahomeyide 
suture zone. southeastern Ghana. Submitted to Geological Society of London 
Special Publication. WAC 14. 
• S.B. Dampare. B.J.B Nyarko. S.Osae. E.H.K Akaho. D.K. Asiedu Y. Serfor-
Armarh. P. Nude (2005). Simultaneous determination of tantalum. niobium. 
thorium and uranium in placer columbite-tantalite deposits from the Akim 
Oda District of Ghana by epithermal instrumental neutron activation 
analysis. Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry. vol. 265. pp 53-
59 
Akabzaa T. M. 
G. Botchie. E.A Gyasi. T, Akabzaa and D. Sarpong (2006). Land Tenure. Land 
Use and the environment in Ghana. Technical Publication of Institute of 
Statistical. Social and Economic Research. University of Ghana Occasional 
Paper. November. 
T. M. Akabzaa. B.K. Banoeng Yakubo and T.E.K. Armah (2006). Prediction of 
acid mine drainage generation potential in selected mines in the Ashanti 
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metallogenic belt using static geochemical methods. Environmental Geology. 
Published online: 8 Nov. 2006. 
T. M. Akabzaa, B.K, Banoeng Yakubo and J.S, Seyire (in press). Impact of 
Mining Activities on Water Resources in the Vicinity of the Obuasi mine. 
West Africa Journal of Ecology vol. 9. 
• T. M. Akabzaa, B.K. BanoengYakubo and T.E,K. Arrnah (2005). Anthropogenic 
sources of mercury pollution in Ankobra River Basin in South Western Ghana. 
Ife Journal of Science. vol. 7. pp 263 - 270, 
ArmahT. 
T. M. Akabzaa. B.K. BanoengYakubo and T.E.K. Armah (2006). Prediction of 
acid mine drainage generation potential in selected mines in the Ashanti 
metallogenic belt using static geochemical methods. Environmental Geology. 
Published online: 8 Nov. 2006. 
T. M, Akabzaa. B.K. BanoengYakubo and T.E.K. Armah (2005). Anthropogenic 
sources of mercury pollution in Ankobra River Basin in South Western Ghana. 
Ife Journal of Science. vol. 7. pp 263 - 270. 
Hayford E. K. 
Hayford. E.K., Odamtten, G. T .. Enu Kwesi, (2006). IsotopiC Tracers for net 
Primary Productivity for a terrestrial Ecosystem: A case study of the Volta 
Basin. Ghana Journal of Science. Vol. 46 
Hayford, E.K., Lisker. F., John. T., Odamtten. G.T. (accepted). Denudation at 
the Ghana Transform Margin: A Review of the offshore apatite fission track 
record. Journal of the Ghana Science Association. 
Frank K. Nyame 
Hilson, G. and Nyame, F. K. (2006) Gold mining in Ghana's forest reserves: 
a report on the current debate. Area. vol. 38.2, pp 175-185 
Nyame, F. K. and Beukes, N. J. (2006) The genetic significance of carbon 
and oxygen isotopiC variations in Mn-bearing carbonates from the Palaeo-
proterozoic (2.2Ga) Nsuta deposit in the Birimian of Ghana. Carbonates and 
EvapOrites. vol. 21, pp 21-32 
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS AND ABSTRACTS 
Frank K. Nyame 
Nyame, F.K. "Sustainability of Mining Communities in Ghana: Some 
Considerations". Interfaculty lecture, Univ. of Ghana. Legon (2006) 
• Nyame, F.K. "Sustainability of Mining Communities in Ghana: Some 
Considerations". Univ. of Mines and Technology (UMan. Tarkwa. (2006) 
Nyame. F.K. and Osae. S. "Sense and Sanitation: The Problem of Waste 
Management in the Accra Metropolis". Inter-Faculty Lecture. Univ. of Ghana, 
Legon (2006) 
Nyame, F.K. "Manganese Mineralisation at the Nsuta Mine, Ghana". Faculty 
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of Science Colloquium. Univ. of Ghana. Legon (2006) 
Nyame. F.K. and Anim. F. "Post-Mining Infrastructure and Development in 
Mining Communities". West African Power and Mining Conference. La Palm 
Royal Hotel. Accra (2006) 
Prosper M. Nude 
Nude. P.M. "The significance of deformed carbonatite and nepheline syenite 
gneiss in the Pan African Dahomeyide of southeastern Ghana. West Africa". 
15th Faculty of Science colloquium. University of Ghana. Legon. 2006 
Prosper M. Nude. Fernando Corfu and Kodjopa Attoh. "U-Pbzircon age of 
deformed carbonatite and alkaline rocks in the Pan-African Dahomeyide 
orogen suture zone. West Africa". AGU Fall Meeting. SectionV. Session V02. 
2006 
• Nude. P.M. "The significance of deformed carbonatite and nepheline syenite 
gneiss in the Pan African Dahomeyide of southeastern Ghana. West Africa". 
15th Faculty of Science Colloquium. University of Ghana. Legon. 2006 
Bruce Banoeng-Yakubo 
• Banoeng-Yakubo. B. ''Transboundary management of coastal aquifers - Keta 
and Tano Basins in Ghana: Strategic Action Plan". The launching meeting 
of the GEF - UNESCO project on West Africa coastal aquifers - Paris. France. 
(Jan. 30- Feb. 1. 2006) 
Banoeng-Yakubo. B. "Hydrochemical and isotopic characterization of 
groundwater in parts of the Eastern Region. Ghana". 1st African Regional 
Consultative Meeting of the National Committees for UNESCO-International 
Hydrological Programme. Abuja. Nigeria. (Feb. 27-Mar. 2. 2006). 
Daniel K. Asiedu 
ASiedu. D.K.. Dampare. S.B.. Banoeng-Yakubo. B .. Osae. S. and Shibata. T. 
"Chemical compositions and significance of Chromian spinels in the Anum 
Serpentinites. southeast Ghana". 21 st Colloquium on African Geology. Maputo. 
03-05.07.2006. Abstract P.15. 
Dampare. S.B .. Shibata. T .. Asiedu. D.K. and Osae. S. "Major element Signature 
of andesitic rocks from the southern Ashanti greenstone belt. Ghana". 21 st 
Colloquium on African Geology. Maputo. 03-05.07.2006. P.50 
Sakyi. P.A.. Dampare. S.B .. Asiedu. D.K. and Manu. J. "Geochemistry and 
petrography of rocks of Akwatia - Akim Manso - Atiankama Nkwanta -
Takorowase and surrounding areas. southern Ghana". 2 nd Misasa 
International Symposium (Misasa-II): The Evolution of Early Stage of Earth 
and Solar System. Kurayoshi. Tottori. Japan. 2006 
Ebenezer Kofi Hayford 
AsieduHayford. E.K. "Chemical dynamiCS of the volta river ststems: analysis 
ofD ' 180H20' "COle and dissolved 87Sr jB6Sr". Inter-Faculty Lecture. Univ. of H2o
Ghana. Legon.2006 
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DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS 
OVERVIEW 
The staffing situation in the department continued to be critical. Thus the few 
staff on hand were overstretched trying to cope with teaching both the 
undergraduate and graduate programmes in the department. In spite of these 
difficulties. student numbers in Mathematics continued to increase with 98 
students studying the subject at level 400. 
TEACIllNG 
(i) The revised undergraduate programme continued into the second year. The 
MPhii programme continued with five students. two of whom have since 
submitted their theses. It is our expectation tha t a few will soon join the 
academic staff of the department. 
(ij) The numbers of registered students in the department during the session 
were as follows: 
FIRST SEMESTER SECOND SEMESTER 
Humanities Science Humanities Science 
LEVEL 100 266 326 LEVEL 100 266 326 
LEVEL 200 270 210 LEVEL 200 270 160 
LEVEL 300 80 75 LEVEL 300 80 75 
LEVEL 400 49 49 LEVEL 400 49 49 
LEVEL 600 5 LEVEL 600 5 
iii) _Service Courses 
The Department continued to offer service courses in General Mathematics to 
1.250 students from the Faculties of Science. Agriculture. Arts. Social Studies 
and the University 0 f Ghana Business School. 
STAFFING POSITION 
Dr. D. Adu- Gyamfi· - Head of Department 
Prof. D.A. Akyeampong· 
Prof. N.K. KofinU·· 
Mr. J .S .G. Jackson·· 
Dr. M. Mcintyre 
Mr. John De-Graft Mensah 
·Contract Appointment 
•• Part-Time Appointment 
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RESEARCH 
Staff and graduate students pursued their research interests in both Pure 
Mathematics and Mathematical Physics. 
SEMINARS/WORKSHOP 
Various seminars were given by staff and graduate students in the course of the 
year. Additionally staff and graduate students participated in a Workshop on 
Functional Analysis organized under the auspices of the ICTP /Edward Bouchet 
conferences. 
DEPARTMENT OF NUTRITION AND FOOD SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The major activities in the Department covered teaching and research on problems 
relating to health, nutrition and food technology. Expertise of the Department 
continued to be sought for National and International development efforts. 
The Department was also engaged in restructuring some of its courses to meet 
the changing needs of families and the food industry and, the development needs 
of our country, Ghana. 
The Department had eight permanent teaching staff at post and five part-time 
lecturers. The staffing position for the 2003/2004 academic year was as follows: 
STAFFING POSITION 
Professor 3 
Senior Lecturer 2 
Lecturer 5 
Part-time Lecturer 5 
Senior Staff 6 
Junior Staff 9 
COURSES 
The department continues to attract students to the undergraduate and post-
graduate programmes. Admissions into the programmes were as follow: 
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Undergraduate Food Science 
Level 200 110 
Level 300 109 
Level 400 25 
Undergraduate Nutrition 
Level 200 (introductory Nutrition 1) 610 
(introductory Nutrition II) 557 
Level 300 124 
Level 400 35 
Post-graduate Programmes in Nutrition and Food Science 
M.Phil Part I (Food Science) 4 
M.Phil Part I (Nutrition) 5 
M.Phil Part II (Food Science) 8 
M.Phil Part II (Nutrition) 9 
Ph.D (Food Science) 
Ph.D (Nutrition) 
Total 1.561 
RESEARCH 
Staff were actively involved in research in food processing. food quality studies. 
post-harvest management. food product development. maternal and child nutrition. 
micronutrients. complementary foods. child growth and nutrition and nutritional 
epidemiology. 
Individual Staff Research areas: 
Ayernor. G.S. 
• Industrial utilization of cassava in the production of sugars and alcohol. 
• Stability of lipids in soybean products. 
Physiology and storage of yams. 
Fuel deposits in smoked fish and meat. 
Food Toxicology. 
• HACCP application in fish handling and processing. 
Processing and Instantisation of staple food products. 
Processing and Quality of Ready to Eat Cut Pineapple Pieces (RTE - CPP). 
Sakyi-Dawson. E. 
Studies on chemical. textural and quality characteristics of Sweet potato 
cultivars. 
• Studies on the feaSibility of using legume milks in chocolate processing. 
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Product and process chara~terisation. shelf-life studies and Consumer 
evaluation of fufu flours and cassava-cowpea Composite flours. 
Process and product characterisation and shelf-life studies of cowpea flour 
and other cowpea products. 
Studies on improving the nutritional. sensory quality characteristics of 
traditional foods (e.g cowpea-fortified plantain based snacks. dried fruit and 
vegetable products) 
Studies on consumer perception of food quality and food safety and their 
influence on food choices. 
Asibey-Berko. E. 
Modification of Cow's milk for infants of HIV-positive mothers (Phase III) 
Further study of stability of iodine in iodated salt. 
Study of effects of iron. iodine and Vitamin A deficiencies on Malaria. 
Prevalence of Zinc deficiencies among adolescent in some districts of Ghana. 
Tano-Debrah. K. 
Characterization of the yeast populations associated with the fermentation 
of cocoa in Ghana. 
Optimization of the process for the production of cowpea-peanut milk. Ghana 
Isolation and characterization of microbes from bottle finish and closures of 
soft drinks. 
Evaluation of filter-paper disk method in the preservation of microbial culture. 
Quality evaluation of processed okro. 
Identification and enumeration of heat resistant yeast and moulds in fruit 
juices and drinks. 
Development of a process for reducing the cooking time of breakfast com 
grits (ekuegbemiJ. 
Owusu. W.B. 
Interaction between malaria and nutritional status in Vulnerable groups. 
Effect of pregnancy on blood pressure; 
Nutrition. lifestyle and HIV / AIDS; 
Nutritional in the elderly (Geriatric nutrition); 
Child Health and Development (CHAD) project. 
Vuvor. F. 
Monitoring Adverse Pregnancy Outcome Study. 
Diabetes 
• Obesity 
Lartey.A. 
• Optimum nutrition in HIV-affected communities (September 2002-2007): 
Funded by National Institute~ of Health. USA in Collaboration with Iowa State 
University and University of Connecticut. 
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• Efficacy of three types of micronutrient supplements added to complementary 
foods in Ghana. Funded by Nestle Foundation and USAlD. 
Contribution of breast milk to the total energy and nutrient intakes of 
children 18 to 24 months. 
Breakfast habits of primary school children in Manya-Krobo area . 
Anemia among teenage pregnant females and its effect on infant growth 
and anemia status in the first 3 months of life. 
Special Collaborative Research Areas: 
Researchers 
Prof. S . Sefa-Dedeh. Dr. Esther Sakyi-Dawson. Dr. Owuraku. Sakyi-Dawson. 
Dr. K Tano-Debrah. Mr. E.O. Afoakwa. Ms. Cynthia Gadegbeku. A USAlD-
funded project under its Collaborative Research Support Programme. The 
team continued to study cowpea processing storage options to improve food 
security. Characterization of new varieties and their performance in 
formulated products were evaluated. 
WHO-funded Multicenter Growth Reference Study (MGRS) 
Dr. W.B. Owusu. Dr. Anna Lartey. This project is as part of a global study on 
the growth of children. The objective of the study is to develop new growth 
reference curves using prospective data from the different parts of the world. 
The project is being executed by the Department of Nutrition and Food 
Science with the collaboration of staff from the Ministry of Health. 
The Department received support in the form of equipment and vehicles for 
the project. 
Dr. Anna Lartey. Dr. Lucy Brakohiapa. Optimal Child Nutrition in HIV-
affected Communities . 
Objective: to study the mechanism by which HIV in the household affects 
child nutritional Status. 
This is a collaborative research involving Iowa State University of 
Connecticut and University of Ghana. Co-Pis for Ghana. 
Dr. Anna Lartey. Dr. KG. Dewey. Comparison ofthe efficacy and acceptability 
of three types of micronutrients supplements added to complementary foods. 
Prof. G.S. Ayernor. Post-harvest Technology of Roots and Tubers. 
This is a network of research collaboration involving scientists from Natural 
Resources Institute ofDFID of the United Kingdom. Food Research Institute 
of Ghana and the Department of Nutrition and Food Science. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Ayemor. G.S. 
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Sakyi-Dawson. E. 
Terlabie. Nora N. Sakyi-Dawson. E. and Amoa-Awua W.K. 2006. The 
comparative ability of four isolates of Bacillus subtilis to ferment soybeans 
into dawadawa. International J. Food Microbiology. 106: 145-152. 
• Afoakwa. E.O .. Yenyi. Samuel E. and Sakyi-Dawson. E. 2006. Response surface 
methodology for optimizing the pre-processing conditions during canning of 
a newly developed and promising cowpea (Vigna Wlguiculata) varieties. Journal 
of Food Engineering. 73 (4):346-35. 
Anihouvi. V.B .. Ayernor. G.S. Houahouigan. J.D. and Sakyi-Dawson. E. 2006. 
Quality characteristics of Lanhouin: A traditionally processed fermented fish 
product in the Republic of Benin. African Journal offood Agriculture Nutrition 
and Development. 6(1) AJFAND (online version) (www.ajfand.net). 
Amoa-Awua. W.K.. Terlabie. Nora N. and Sakyi-Dawson. E. 2006. Screening 
of 42 Bacillus isolates for ability to ferment soybeans into dawadawa. 
International J. Food Microbiology 106:343-347. 
Otegbayo Bolanle. Aina Johnson. Sakyi-Dawson. E. Bokanga Mpoko and 
Asiedu Robert. 2005. Sensory texture profiling and development of standard 
rating scales for pounded yam. Journal of Texture Studies 36:478-488. 
Dakwa. Sarah. Sakyi-Dawson. E .. Diako. Charles. Annan Nana T .. Amoa-
Awua. W;K. 2005. Effect of boiling and roasting on the fermentation of 
soybeans into dawadawa (soy-dawadawa). International J. Food Microbiology 
104:69-82. 
Tano-Debrah. K. 
Lartey.A. 
WHO Child Growth Standards: Enrolment and baseline characteristics in 
the WHO Muiticentre Growth Reference Study. Acta Pediatrics 2006: SuppJ. 
450:7-15. 
• Aidam. B.A. . Perez-Escamilla. R. and Lartey. A. Lactation counseling 
increases exclusive breasffeeding rates in Ghana. J. Nutr 2005; 135:1691-
1695. 
• Aidam. B.A .. Perez-Escamilla R Aidam. J. and Lartey. A. Factors associated 
with exclusive breastfeeding in Accra. Ghana. Eur J .Clin Nutr 2005;59:789-
796. 
CONFERENCES.WORKSHOPSANDSE~NARSATTENDED 
Lartey. A 
Experimental Biology 2005. San Diego. Ca March 31 - April 5. 2005. ·Care-
giver feeding behaviour and child nutritional status in rural Ghana. Abst 
#1581. 
WHO Expert meeting on Childhood obesity: A contribution to the 
implementation of the global strategy on diet. physical activity and health. 
Kobe. Japan. June 20-24. 2005. 
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WHO participant Expert: FAO/WHO nutrient risk assessment workshop. May 
2-6, 2005. Geneva, Switzerland. 
18th International Congress of Nutrition. Sept. 19-23. Durban, South Africa. 
Presentation: Breakfast habits among Ghanaian primary school children. 
24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association. August I-4th, 
2005. 
Presentation: Anemia among adolescent pregnant females and its effect on 
infant growth. 
Micronutrient sprinkles to control childhood anemia in Ghana: 
Dissemination and Planning workshop. Dec. 7, 2005, Accra, Ghana. 
Presentation: Acceptability of three micronutrient supplements used for 
children's diet in Ghana: Exit interview. 
Sakyi-Dawson. E. 
Annual Conference of the Institute of Food Technologists, USA. June 24-28, 
2006, Orlando, Florida, USA. 
Conference on Regional Partnerships to enhance Bean/Cowpea consumption 
and production in Africa and Latin America. Organized by the Bean/Cowpea 
Collaborative Support Program (CRSP). Dakar, Senegal. Sept. 12-16,2005. 
24th Biennial conference of the Ghana Science Association. August 9-13, 
2005. Erata Hotel, Accra, Ghana. 
EXTENSION WORK 
Lartey. A. 
Nutrition talks to church groups, radio and Television educational programs. 
Sakyi-Dawson. E. 
Resource Person: Training workshops for Small and medium 
scale fruit juice processors. 
Resource Person: Nestle, Ghana Public education programmes. 
Provision of advisory services to Food industry in the area of sensory analysis, 
product development and food packaging. 
BENEFACTORS 
Presentations 
Sakyi-Dawson E. 
Adu-Kwarteng, E .. Sakyi-Dawson. E., Ayernor, G.S .. Shih. F.F. . Daigle, K .. 
and Truong, V.D. 2006. Influence of harvest age on amylase activity and 
pasting properties of selected sweet potato cultivars. Poster presented at 
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Annual Conference of the Institute of Food Technologists. USA. June 25-28. 
Orlando. Florida. USA. 
Sakyi-Dawson. E .. Lamptey Jocelyn. Johnson. P.N-T .. Afoakwa Emmanuel, 
Budu Agnes and Sefa-Dedeh. S. 2006 Application of response surface 
methodology for the formulation of cassava-cowpea composite flour and 
evaluation of quality characteristics of the composite flour biscuits. Poster 
presented at annual Conference of the Institute of Food Technologists. USA. 
June 25-28. Orlando. Florida. USA. 
• Sakyi-Dawson. E. Food Quality and Food Safety: Does the consumer have a 
say? Inter-Faculty Lecture. delivered at the University of Ghana. Legon. 
Accra. April 20. 2006. 
Sakyi-Dawson. E. and Mensah Sabina A. 2005. Effect of Storage Condition 
and Packaging on Quality of Shea butter. Paper presented at the 24th Biennial 
Conference of the Ghana Science AssoCiation. August 9-13.2005. Erata Hotel, 
Accra. Ghana. 
Foreign-funded projects: 
RIING Project: Research to Improve Infant Nutrition and Growth. 
Objective: To study the mechanism by which HIV in the household affects child 
nutritional status. This is a collaborative research involving Iowa State University. 
University of Connecticut and University of Ghana.(PIs: Dr Grace Marquis (Iowa) 
Dr. Rafael Perez-Escamilla (Connecticut) and Dr. Anna Lartey (Ghana). 
Funded by National Institutes of Health. USA. 
Comparison of the efficacy and acceptability of three types of microllutrient 
supplements added to complementary food in Ghana. (PIs:Dr Anna Lartey (Ghana) 
and Dr. KG Dewey (DaviS. USA). Funded by Nestle Foundation. Switzerland. 
Enhancing Animal-source Protein Foods in the Diets of Ghanaian children. (PiS. 
Dr Grace Marquis. Dr. O. Sakyi-Dawson. Dr Esi Cole-Craft; CoPls: ProfB. Ahunu. 
Dr E Canacoo and Dr Anna Lartey). Funded by USAID. 
Training Fellowship 
Tano-Debrah. K 
DANIDA Post-Doctoral fellow at the royal Veterinary and Agricultural University 
of Denmark. Worked as a Guest Researcher to train in the denatUring gradient 
gel electrophoresis (DGGE). polymerase chain reaction (for DNA amplification). 
pulse-field gel electrophoresis. and DNA sequencing techniques. 
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DEPARTMENT OF OCEANOGRAPHY & FISHERIES 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continued to promote research and training In Oceanography 
and Fishery Science. The third batch of undergraduate degree students completed 
the degree programme in June and were awarded their degrees in November. 
2006. The Professor Eric Ago Kwei's prize for the best overall undergraduate 
student was awarded to Mr. Ebenezer Nyadjro . Training in Oceanography and 
Fisheries made significant progress. Four graduate and 39 undergraduate 
students are enrolled in the Department. Research activities included studies 
on fish. fisheries. plankton. benthos. sea turtles and aquatic mammals (dolphins 
and manatees). The Department continued to receive support from part-time 
lecturers from the Regional Maritime Academy. Ministry of Fisheries. the Water 
Research Institute and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation. Intensive 
field courses to familiarize students with the coastal features of the coastline as 
well as the fishery resources in the country were undertaken in February. 2006. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The Department offers undergraduate (B.Sc.) and graduate (M.Phil and Ph .DJ 
programmes in Fisheries Science. and in Oceanography which include applied 
courses such as Coas tal Zone Ma nagement. Biodiversity & Conservation and 
Marine Pollution. The Department also teaches the Integrated Coastal Zone 
Management and Fisheries Management components of the M.Phil. 
Environmental Science Programme of the Faculty of Science. It also contributes 
to the teaching of Limnology. Fisheries Biology and Marine Biology in the 
Department of Zoology. 
Undergraduate courses offered include Seamanship. Marine Ecology. Aquaculture. 
and Coastal Hydrology. Graduate courses were offered in such areas as Chemical. 
Physical. Geological and Biological Oceanography. Law of the Sea. Aquaculture. 
Marine Botany. Fish Pathology. Fisheries Resource Dynamics & Assessment. 
Fisheries Management & EconomiC Studies. Ecology of Fishes as well as Statistics 
& Computing. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
The number of students registered for the degree programmes in oceanography 
and fisheries at the various levels were as follows: 
Level 200 40 
Level 300 16 
Level 400 23 
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M. Phil. I 6 
M .. Phil. II 2 
Ph.D 1 
The Departmental degree programmes are esse:1tially available at Level 300 and 
higher. An elective course. in Introductory Oceanography & Fisheries at Level 
200. however. available to all eligible students. Overall. the Department offered 
various courses to a total of 91 students at Level 300. 26 students at Level 400 
and 7 at Level 600. 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was: 
1 Associate Professor 
2 Senior Lecturers 
9 Lecturers 
2 Senior Staff 
3 Junior Staff 
Out of this five were part-time lecturers. Two new lecturers. Messrs. Emmanuel 
Lamptey (Oceanography) and D. K. Atsu (Fisheries) joined the academic staff. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS/WORKSHOPS 
Collaborative research with the Dove Marine Research Laboratory. University 
of Newcastle. U.K. 
The collaborative research with the University of Newcastle with the theme 
"Developing an ecosystem-based approach to managing Ghana's coastal resources" 
ended with a national workshop on ecosystem-based approaches to coastal 
management. fisheries management and tourism development in Ghana in 
January. 2006. 
Regional Marine Productivity Centre of the Guinea Current Large Marine 
Ecosystem (GCLME)Project. 
Following the signing of the MoU by the Vice-Chancellor. Prof. K. Asenso-Okyere 
and the Regional Director of the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Project. 
Prof. Chidi Ibe of UNIDO. for the establishment of a regional centre of excellence 
for marine productivity and biodiversity studies in the Department. infrastructural 
refurbishment of existing structures has been completed to house the Centre 
which will serve as a resource and training unit for the 16 coastal countries 
bordering the GCLME (from Guinea Bissau to Angola) and other international 
scientists. Staff of the Department are involved in the productivity component 
(Dr. G. Wiafe). benthos component (Mr. Lamptey). fisheries component (Dr. Nunoo) 
and the coastal area management (Mr. A.K.Arrnah) of the project. 
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Collaboration with the Fisheries Centre of the University of British Columbia. 
Canada 
Following the signing of the MoU by the Vice-Chancellor. Prof. K. Asenso-Okyere 
and the Director of the Fisheries Centre of the University of British Columbia , 
Canada, Prof, Daniel Pauly, staff of the Departmer;: [A. K. Annah and S .K. Quaatey) 
assisted in research oil 1. Marine ecosystem variability and human community 
responses: the example of Ghana, West Africa and 2 . Appraisal of compliance of 
the FAO Code of Conduct for Fisheries by Ghana. 
JOC -UNESCO Ocean Data and Information for Africa (ODINAFRICA III) Project 
Staff of the Department (A.K. Annah. S.D. Ababio and E. Lamptey) are involved in 
this 25 coastal nations project on ocean data and information management 
sponsored by the Flanders Government and coordinated by IOC-UNESCO. Paris. 
Marine biodiversity data management component of the project for the country is 
being hosted by the Department. Staff of the Department are playing key roles in 
the production of a Marine Atlas of Africa under the project, 
Oceanographic Expeditions 
One member of staff, Mr. Ebenezer Nyadjro, took part in the EGEE-AMMA project 
research aboard the R/V L'ATALANTE to conduct investigations within and 
outside Ghana's EEZ from 24th May to 6th July. 20b6. The research cruise was 
sponsored by the Research Institute for Development (IRD) of France. 
ON-GOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Natural and anthropogenic impacts on sandy shore fauna along the Ghanaian 
coast. 
Shoreline changes along the southeastern coast of Ghana and West Tema, 
Structure of the m a rine benthic communities (epifauna and infauna 
invertebrates and demersal fish) of the coastal waters of the Gulf of Guinea. 
Marine plankton dynamics. 
Assessment of primary productivity in the Guinea Current Large Marine 
Ecosystem 
Empirical modeling of effects of environmental factors on plankton 
communities 
Ecological studies on beach seine fisheries in Ghana and management 
implications 
Ecological studies on coastal lagoons. 
Sea turtle nesting and conservation. 
Population biology and ecology of manatees, dolphins and sharks in Ghana. 
Avifauna dynamics, conservation and ecology in coas tal wetlands of Ghana. 
Application of satellite remote sensing and GIS in coastal and marine 
environment 
Biogeochemical modeling of land use and ecological functions of coastal 
ecosystems. 
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Influence of Land Based Activities on Nutrient and Sediment Loading into 
Upland Catchment Streams. 
Development of GIS-based coastal information systems for Ghana 
PUBLICATIONS 
Annab. A.K. 
Armah. A. K. and Abbey. L. (2005). The Post-Harvest Fisheries Sector: 
Capacity of Academic & Research Institutions to Respond to Future Needs. 
(In press) . 
S . Addo. G. A. Darpaah. A. K. Armah and J. Cobson-Cobbold: Growth and 
Fecundity of the Lagoon Land Crab. Cardiosoma armatum (HERKLOTS. 1851) 
in the Volta Estuary. Journal of Legon Science (in press). 
A.K. Armah . J . Rokicki. E . Skorkowski . S . Addo: Environmental influence 
on infestation of the parasitic copepod. Ergasi/us latus Fryer. 1960 in 
Sarotherodon melanotheron (Cichlidae). from coastal lagoons of Ghana. (in 
preparation) . 
Darpaah. G. A.. Annab. A. K .• Cobblah. M. A. . S. Addo. S. Ababio. E. Lamptey. 
E. N. Tetteh (2005). Use of Macrofaunal Invertebrates as Indicators of 
Environmental Purity in Large Scqle Development Projects; the case of the 
West African Gas Pipeline Project. Journal ojGhana Science Association. 
Armah.A.K .. Koranteng. K. A and F.K.E. Nunoo (2006). Critical Issues that 
make Reconciling Ghana's Coastal Zone Fisheries with Conservation an 
UpHill Task. In: Proceedings of the World Fisheries Congress. Vancouver. 
2004. American Fisheries Society Symposium. pp. 587-593. 
P.K.Ofori-Danson 
Ofod-Danson. P.K. 2005. Experiences and opinions in operations of the 
Regional Centre of the Water Virtual Learning Centre (WVLC) : Ghana Focus. 
WVLC News Update Bulletin. 1 (4). An initiative of UN DESA  and UNU supported 
by the UN Development Account. UNU-INWEH. Hamilton. Ontario. Canada. 
Ofori-Danson. P.K. 2005. An assessment of the purse-seine (winch-net) 
fishery in Lake Volta. Ghana. Journal oj Lake and Reservoirs Research and 
Management. 10: 191-197. 
Ofod-Danson. P.K. 2005. The impact of fisheries on the environment of 
Lake Volta. A paper for the Proceedings of the Basin Level Consultation on 
Research Priorities in Aquatic Ecosystems and Fisheries with focus on Lake 
Volta. Bay View Hotel. Accra. 16-17 December. 2004. 
Ofori-Danson. P .K. and Saforo-Baah. J . 2006. The exploitation of sharks in 
Ghanaian coastal waters and issues Orl. their conservation. Legon Journal oj 
Science 1: 76-83. 
Ofori-Danson. P.K. and Kumi. G.N. 2006. Food and feeding habit of 
Sarotherodon melanotheron. Ruppell. 1852 (Pisces: Cichidae) in Sakumo 
Lagoon. Ghana. WestAjricanJoumalojAppliedEcology. 10. 
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Koen Van Waerebeek. Ofori-Danson. P.K .• Debrah. J .• and Oofri-Adu. D.W. 
(In press). The zoogeography of cetaceans in the Gulf of Guinea: A first 
chec klist for Ghana. Submitted to African Journal of Marine Science. 
Ofo ri -Danson. P.K and Amoah. C. 2006. Studies for the development of the 
Volta Clam. Galataeaparadoxa(Born. 1778) fishery for sustainable livelihood 
in the Volta River downstream. Paper presented at the 15 th Faculty of Science 
Colloquium held on 25th April. 2006 and acceptedfor publication in the Legon 
Journal ofS cience. 
Boamah. J.K and Ofo ri -Danson. P.K. (In press) Comparative study of the 
growth and recruitment pattern of the c1upeids. Sardinella aurita and 
Sardinella maderensis (Whitehead. 1988) in Ghanaian coastal waters. Journal 
of the Ghana Science Association. 
Ofori-Danson. P.K. 2006. The Utilization of Fisheries Resources of Ghana: 
implications for science and technology Education. Paper presented at the 
Workshop on Utilization of Resources in Ghana. organized by SACOST. 
University of Winneba. 25th June. 2006. at the University of Education. 
Winneba. 
Wiafe. G 
• Wiafe. G. (2005). Standard Operating Procedure for Plankton Sampling 
andPreservation in the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem. UNIDO 
Report(EG/RAG/04/001/17-63). 
Wiafe. G. (2005). Evaluation of productivity with regards to its carrying 
capacity for living marine resources of the Guinea Current large marine 
ecosystem. UNIDO Report (EG/RAG/04/001/17- 63) 
Nunoo. F. K. E. 
Ahulu A. M. F. K. E. Nunoo and Erasmus H. Owusu (2006). Food preferences 
of the common tern Sterna hinmdo. (Linnaeus. 1758) at the Densu floodplains. 
Accra. West African Journal ofA pplied Ecology 9:141-148. 
Boateng. J. 0 .. F. K. E. Nunoo. H. R. Dankwa and M. H. Ocran (2006). Acute 
ToxiC Effects of Deltamethrin on Tilapia. Oreochromis nUoticus (Linnaeus. 
1758). West African Journal ofA pplied Ecology 9: 157-162. 
Nunoo. F. K. E .• D. B. Eggleston. & C. J. Vanderpuye (2006). Abundance. 
biomass and species composition of nearshore fish assemblages in Ghana. 
West Africa. African Journal of Marine Science 28: 689-696. 
Addo.S. 
S. Addo. G. A. Darpaah. A. K. Armah and J. Cobson-Cobbold: Growth and 
Fecundity of the Lagoon Land Crab. Cardiosomaarmatum (HERKLOTS. 1851) 
in the Volta Estuary. Journal of Legon Science (in press). 
A.K. Armah. J. Rokicki. E. Skorkowski. S. Addo: Environmental influence 
on infestation of the parasitic copepod. Ergasilus latus Fryer. 1960 in 
Sarotherodon melanotheron (Cichlidae). from coastal lagoons of Ghana. (in 
preparation) . 
Darpaah. G. A.. Armah. A. K.. Cobblah. M. A. . S. Addo. S. Ababio. E. Lamptey. 
E. N. Tetteh (2005). Use of Macrofaunal Invertebrates as Indicators of 
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Environmental Purity in Large Scale Development Projects; the case of the 
West African Gas Pipeline Project. JoUrnal of Ghana Science Association. 
Ababio. S. D. 
• Arrnah. A. K.. S. D. Ababio and G. A. Darpaah (2005). Spatial and Temporal 
Variation in Water Physicochemical Parameters in the South-Western Sector 
of the Keta Lagoon. Ghana. Proceedings of the 14th Biennial Coastal Zone 
Conference. New Orleans. Louisiana. USA. 17th to 21st July 2005. 
Hogge. G .. A. K. Arrnah. G. A. Darpaah. S. Ababio and E. Lamptey (2005). 
Assuring Quality in Baseline Studies of Impacts of Developmental Projects 
on Fish Assemblages. Proceedings of the 25th Annual Conference of the 
International Association for Impact Assessment. Boston. MA. USA. 31 st May 
to 3rd June 2005. . 
Darpaah. G. A .. Arrnah. A. K .. Cobblah. M. A. . S. Addo. S. D. Ababio. E. 
Lamptey. E. N. Tetteh (2005). Use of MacrofaunaI  Invertebrates as Indicators 
of Environmental Purity in Large Scale Development Projects; the case of 
the West African Gas Pipeline Project. Journal of Ghana Science Association. 
Lamptey. E. 
Darpaah. G. A.. Armah. A. K.. Cobblah. M. A. . S. Addo. S. Ababio. E. Lamptey. 
E. N. Tetteh (2005). Use of macrofaunal invertebrates as indicators of 
environmental purity in large scale development projects; the case of the 
West African Gas Pipeline Project. Journal of Ghana Science Association (in 
press) . 
Lamptey. E. (2006). Standard protocols for soft-bottom macrobel1thic fauna 
sampling. preservation and laboratory analyses. ReportGuinea Current Large 
Marine Ecosystem (GCLME), Accra. 
• Arrnah. A. K.& Lamptey E. (Submitted). Spatial and Seasonal Dynamics of 
Benthic Macrofauna in a large Tropical Hypersaline Lagoon in West Africa -
Keta lagoon of Ghana. 
Hogge. G .. Camp. H .. Kollar. J .. Arrnah A.K .• Lamptey. E .. Quaateey. S .. 
Darpaah. G.A and Ababio. S. D (2005). Assuring quality in badseline studies 
of impacts of developmental projects on fish assemblage. !AIA'05 Conference 
May 31 - June 3. 2005. Canada. 
Lamptey. E. (2006). Preliminary report on abundance and distribution of 
macrobenthic infauna off Nigeria Continental shelf. Guinea Current Large 
Marine Ecosystem (GCLME). Accra. 
Lamptey E .. A. K Armah. L. Cotsapas. and G. A Darpaah (Submitted). Spatial 
structure of physicochemical variables in a coastal lagoon of West Africa. 
Ghana. 
CONFERENCES. WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS 
Armah.A.K. 
Inter-Faculty Lecture: "Managing ~ Coastal Zone and Marine Resources 
of Ghana". October 6. 2005. Faculty 'of Science. University of Ghana. 
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Final Meeting of the Trans-boundary Diagnostic Analysis Working Group. 
October 2005. GCLME Regional Coordination Unit. AC(Trl. Ghana. 
The Second International Conference on the Coastal Zones of Sub-saharan 
Africa. COZSSA II. Accra. Ghana. 7-9th November 2005. 
Second IOC-UNESCO ODINAFRICA Marine Atlas Training Workshop. 2-4 
October. 2006. Ostende. Belgium. 
Conference on Ecosystem-based approach to the management of coastal 
resources of Ghana. 11th January. 2006. British Council Hall. Accra. 
Regional Training Workshop on Coastal Engineering for the GCLME Region: 
Process Measurement. Project Design and Implementation. February 2006. 
GCLME Regional Coordination Unit. Accra. Ghana. 
IOC-UNESCO ODINAFRICA Atlas Coordination and Protocols meeting 19-
23 June 2006. Ostende. Belgium. 
Ofori-Danson. P.K. 
Conference on Ecosystem-based approach to the management of coastal 
resources of Ghana. 11 th January. 2006. British Council Hall. Accra: paper 
presented titled: Ecosystem-basedflSheries management in Ghana. 
Regional Training Workshop on Coastal Engineering for the Guinea Current 
Region. Organized by the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem (GCLME) 
Project in collaboration with the Institute of Oceanography. University of 
Calabar. Nigeria. CURAT. University of Cocody. US Army Engineer Research 
and Development Center. 6-10 February. 2006. Accra. 
The 15th Faculty of Science Colloquium. 25th April. 2006 at the K. A. Busia 
Conference Centre. University of Ghana. Legon. paper presented titled: N 
Studies jor the development oj the Volta Clam. Galataea paradoxa (Born. 1778) 
jisheryjor sustainable livelihood in the Volta River downstreaTTL • 
• Representative of the Faculty of Science (University of Ghana) at the Mining 
Sector Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) First Institutional 
Stakeholders' Workshop. June 6. 2006. Ange Hill Hotel. East Airport. Accra. 
Workshop on the Utilization of Resources in Ghana: implications for Science 
and Technology Education. Presented a paper titled: Utilization ojj isheries 
Resources oj Ghana; Organized by the Centre for School and Community 
Science and Technology Studies (SACOST). University of Education. Winneba. 
29th June. 2006. Winneba. 
Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management Collaborative 
Research Support Program (SANREM-CRSP) Workshop in Ghana. Kwabena 
Nketia Conference Hall. Institute of African Studies. 13-14 July. 2005. 
Participated in the Survey for the conservation of the West African manatee. 
Trichechus senegalensis in selected wetlands in The Gambia under The World 
Wildlife Fund West African Marine Ecoregion (WWF WA MER) and the Gambia 
Integrated Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Management Project (lCAM). 1-
31st August. 2006. 
Wiafe. G. 
• First Regional Experts Working Group on Plankton and Benthos Analysis. 
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Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Project. 12 - 16 September. 
Accra,Ghana. Oral Presentation: Productivity patterns in the GCLME with 
regard to its carrying capacity. 
Regional Workshop on Validation of Results from R.V. Fridtjof Nansen 
oceanographic survey. Accra, Ghana. 10 - 14 October, 2005. 
24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association, Accra, Ghana. 
1 - 4 August, 2005. Poster Presentation: Effect of climate change on prtmary 
productivity in the Gulf of Guinea: a remote sensing approach (Sovoe, S., 
Wiafe, G., Kakane, V.C.K. dnd Attua, E.M). 
Developing an ecosystem approach to managing Ghana's coastal resources. 
Brttish Council, Accra. 10th January, 2006. Oral Presentation: Managing 
coastal water quality in Ghana (Wiafe. G., J. Delany. E. Nyadzro. K. Agyekum). 
Nunoo. F.K.E. 
1st COCOBOD Conference for Promotion of Local Consumption of Cocoa 
Products and 24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association. 
1st to 4th August 2005. Accra. Ghana. 
UNIDO/ UNDP / UNEP / GEF / GCLME Regional Workshop on Maximum 
Sustainable Yields (MSy) of the GCLME Fishertes. 22nd -26th August 2005. 
Accra. Ghana. 
UNIDO/ UNDP / UNEP / GEF GCLME Regional Workshop on validation of the 
Results from the Assessment Surveys. 1O-14th October 2005. Accra, Ghana. 
The Second International Conference on the Coastal Zones of Sub-saharan 
Afrtca. COZSSA II, Accra, Ghana. 7-9'h November 2005. 
DFID/ British Council Stakeholders' Conference on Ecosystem-based 
Approach to Coastal Management in Ghana. Accra. Ghana. 11 'h January 
2006. Paper presented: Ecosystem-basedjisheries management in Ghana. 
National Forum on Harnessing Research. SCience & Technology for 
Sustainable Development in Ghana. Two-day Workshop for Traditional 
Medicine Practitioners. Accra, Ghana. 25-26'h January 2006. 
UNIDO/ UNDP / UNEP / GEF / GCLME Regional Tr~ining Workshop on 
Alternative Livelihoods in Coastal Communities. 20-24th February 2006, 
Accra. Ghana. 
• UNIDO/ UNDP / UNEP / GEF / GCLME Regional Training Workshop on 
Ecosystem-Based Fishertes Management using EwE Model, 18-22nd February 
2006, Accra. Ghana. 
• Ghana Science AsSOCiation 10'h Biennial Workshop. Rainwater harvesting: 
A sustainable solution to water shortage problems in Ghana. 20'h July 2006, 
Accra, Ghana. 
Addo.S. 
Training course in Aquaculture and Fish Health. Ministry of Fisheries (MOFI). 
Aug. 14 - 25. 2006. Accra. 
Training course in Medical Virology. Dept. of Virology. Noguchi Memorial 
Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR). College of Health Sciences (CHS). 
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Jul. 10-Aug. 9. 2006. University of Ghana. Legon. 
• Stakeholders' Conference on Ghana's Aquaculture Development Potential. 
Ministry of Infonnation Conference Room. Jan. 27. 2006. Accra. 
Stakeholders' Conference on Ecosystem Based Approach to Coastal 
Management in Ghana. British Council Hall. Jan. 11. 2006. Accra. 
• Second International Conference on Coastal Zones of Sub-saharan Africa. 
British Council Hall. Nov. 7 - 9. 2005. Accra. Ghana. 
Workshop on Management of Coastal and Wetland Resources. Aug. 8 - 10. 
2005. Winneba . Ghana. REDO/SU/SSC/UNDP. 
National Stakeholders Consultation Workshop on Aquaculture Strategic 
Framework Development for Ghana. Aug. 3 - 4. 2005. Winneba. Ghana. 
Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA)/FAO. 
Ababio, S. D. 
Joint 10DE/IOI Training Course on GIS and Remote Sensing Data. September 
2006. UNESCO-IOC and International Ocean Institute (l01), Ostend. Belgium. 
IOC-UNESCO ODINAFRICA Atlas Coordination & Protocols Workshop. June 
2006. 10C Project Office for lODE. Ostend. Belgium. 
Second IOC-UNESCO ODINAFRICA Marine Atlas Training Workshop. 2-4 
October. 2006. Ostende. Belgium. 
Regional Training Workshop on Coastal Engineering for the GCLME Region : 
Process Measurement. Project Design and Implementation. February 2006. 
GCLME Regional Coordination Unit. Accra. Ghana. 
Final Meeting of the Trans-boundary Diagnostic Analysis Working Group. 
October 2005. GCLME Regional Coordination Unit. Accra. Ghana. 
Lamptey,E. 
First Regional Experts Working Group on Plankton and Benthos Analyses. 
Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem (GCLME) Project. 12th - 16th 
September. 2005. University of Ghana. Legon. Presentations: 1. Benthos 
Sampling during the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Survey. 
(4th June - 16th July. 2005). 2 . Draft Standard Protocolsfor Sampling 
and Preservation of Soft-bottom Macrobenthicfauna. 
Marine Biodiversity Data Management training course. Grand Bay. 
Mauritius. 22nd - 27th August. 2005. Presentation: Status of Marine 
Biodiversity data in Ghana. 
Ghana National Workshop on Management of Coastal and Wetland Resources . 
Winneba. Central Region. 8th - 10th August. 2005. Resource and 
Environment Development Organisation. UNDP. UNOPS. Presentation: 
Coastal Biodiversity conservation. 
Workshop on fishery resource survey. planning and methodologies. Guinea 
Current Large Marine Ecosystem (GCLME) Project. Accra 1 - 4 June. 2005. 
Presentation: Benthic Community Studies. 
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BENEFACTIONS AND AWARDS 
Prof. Eric A. Kwei donated a set of oceanographic and marine biology books to 
the Department. 
• Mr. Ebenezer Nyadjro received the Prof. Eric A. Kwei's prize for the best 
graduating student in Oceanography & Fisheries. Visitors 
Dr. David Reid of the Department of Zoology. The Natural History Museum. 
London was the guest of the Department in September. 2005. He gave two 
seminars on Gastropods. 
Dr. Jacqueline Alder and Ms. Jennifer Jacquet of the Fisheries Centre. 
University of British Columbia collaborated with staff on quanti(ying the 
relationship between biodiversity and poverty alleviation in Ghana's marine 
fisheries in January. 2006. 
Mr. George Piprah. Consulate General for Ghana in Vancouver. Canada. 
with his wife Bev presented a plaque from Dr. Herbert Allsopp (retired FAO 
fisheries officer. Vancouver. Canada. and a benefactor of the Department) 
in recognition of the establishment of the collaborative research link which 
he initiated between the Fisheries Centre. University of British Columbia. 
Canada and the Department of Oceanography & Fisheries. University of 
Ghana. 
A four member delegation from the Regional Maritime Academy comprising 
the Vice-Principal Dr. F. K. Omani. the Dean of Studies Mr. Alock Asamoah. 
the Head of Nautical Studies Department Capt. . E. Botchway and the Head of 
Maritime Studies Alhaji M. Abdulai-Saiku held fruitful collaborative meeting 
with staff of the Department on the 4th April. 2006. 
Dr. Phil Allman. a Fulbright scholar. arrived on August 8. 2006 to begin a 9-
month joint research on sea turtles with staff of the DepCfrtment at Ada. 
Students of the Marine Sciences Department. University of Lagos. Nigeria. 
accompanied by their Head. Prof. D. I. Nwankwo were assisted by staff of the 
Department on ecological field trips to marine rocky shores and fish landing 
sites in Accra and the Central Region in December. 2005. 
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS 
OVERVIEW 
The staff strength of the Department got a boost with the appointment of 4 young 
Lecturers. 1\vo Senior Members were promoted - one to Associate Professor and 
the other to Senior Lecturer. Dr. ElSie Effah Kaufmann was transferred to the 
Faculty of Engineering Sciences to head the Biomedical Engineering Department. 
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COURSES OFFERED 
LEVEL 100 
PHYS 101: Practical Physics I 
PHYS Ill: General Physics I 
PHYS 102: Practical Physics II 
PHYS 112: General Physics II 
LEVEL 200 
PHYS200: Practical Physics (For Biological Sciences) 
PHYS201: Practical Physics III 
PHYS202: Practical Physics IV 
PHYS203: Vibrations. Waves & Properties of Matter (For Biological Science 
Students) 
PHYS204: Electricity. Magnetism & Modern Physics (For Biological Science 
Students) 
PHYS211: Classical Mechanics 
PHYS212: Thermal Physics 
PHYS215: Electricity & Magnetism I 
PHYS216: Modem Physics 
LEVEL 300 
PHYS301: Practical Physics V 
PHYS302: Practical Physics VI 
PHYS311: Classical Mechanics II 
PHYS312: Statistical Physics 
PHYS314: Vibrations. Waves & Optics 
PHYS315: Electromagnetism I 
PHYS319: Solid State Physics I 
PHYS321: Mathematics for Physicists 
PHYS322: Modem Physics & Introductory Quantum Mechanics 
PHYS323: Special Relativity 
PHYS324: Computing for Scientists 
LEVEL 400 
PHYS400: Project 
PHYS415: Electromagnetism II 
PHYS416: Nuclear & Elementary Particle Physics 
PHYS417: Analogue Electronics 
PHYS418: Physics of Materials 
PHYS419: Solid State Physics II 
PHYS422: Quantum Mechanics II 
PHYS432: Energy 
PHYS433: Radiation Physics 
PHYS437: Ionospheric/ Atmospheric Physics 
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PHYS438: Digital Electronics 
LEVEL 600 
PHYS610 Seminar I 
PHYS611 Classical Mechanics 
PHYS6l2 Statistical Mechanics 
PHYS613 Quantum Mechanics 
PHYS614 Electrodynamics 
PHYS621 Solid State Physics 
PHYS634 X-ray Fluorescence Analysis 
PHYS620 Seminar II 
Student Numbers 
Level 100 786 
Level 200 (Mathematical/Physical/Earth Science Option) 66 
Level 200 (Biological Science Option) 397 
Level 300 29 
Level 400 18 
M.Phil Part I 
M.Phil Part II 
PhD 
Total 
Staff Position 
The breakdown of the staff at post was: 
4 Professors 
3 Associate Professors 
4 Senior Lecturers 
8 Lecturers 
16 Senior Staff (8 for Physics. with one on Study Leave; and 8 for the Science 
Workshop) 
13 Junior Staff (10 for Physics and 3 for the Science Workshop) 
Of the 4 Professors. one was on Leave of Absence; two were on post-retirement 
contract, while the fourth was a Visiting Professor. Two of the Associate Professors 
and three of the Senior Lecturers were also on post-retirement contract. Two of 
the Lecturers were on Study Leave. 
RESEARCH 
• Characterization of natural materials. 
Biomechanics of low back pain 
Use of biomaterials in Ghana 
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• Electrical and Thennal Properties of Carbon Nanotubes 
• Prediction of Droughts and Floods in Ghana. 
• Measurement of air and noise pollution in Ghana. 
PUBLICATIONS 
K. Oduro-Afriyie & D. C. Adukpo. (2006): Spectral Characteristics of the 
Annual Mean Rainfall Series in Ghana; West African J. Applied Ecology. Vol. 
9. pp. 83-91. 
V. C. K. Kakane & E. K. Agyei. (2006): Detennination of Surface Fluxes 
using a Bowen Ratio System; WestAfticanJ. Applied Ecology. Vol. 9. pp. 105-
113. 
M. Egblewogbe & R.D. Baeta (2006) Enhancement of Photoluminescence of 
Zinc Oxide Nanocrystals in a Polymer matrix. J. of applied Science and 
Technology (JAST) Vol 11 No 1&2 
N. G. Mensah. G. K. Nkrumah-Buandoh. S. Y. Mensah. F. K. A. Allotey. A. 
Twum. "Thermoelectric Figure of Merit of Chiral Carbon Nanotube". 
Submitted to Superlattices and Microstructures for publication. August 2006. 
John Malmborg. Christopher Scarf. Muhammad Dawuni. Elsie Effah 
Kaufmann. "Republic of Ghana Health Sector 2002-2006 Capital Investment 
Programme Review." Technical Report submitted to Ministry of Health. 
Ghana. (2006). 
E.O. Darko. G.K. Tetteh & E.H.K. Akaho (2005) Modeling Radiation Exposure 
to NORMS in a goldmine. Accepted for publication in J. of Univ. of Sc. and 
Technology 
7. S.Y. Mensah. F.K.A. Allotey. N.G. Mensah. H. Akrobotu & G. Nkrumah (2005) 
Super lattices and Microstructures 37. 87 
A.B. Andam. P.E. Amponsah. E. E. Kaufmann (2005) "Women in Physics in 
Ghana: Improvement on the Horizon: Proc. 2nd International Conference on 
Women in Physics. Brazil. May 23-25. 2005. 
Elsie Effah Kaufmann. "Evaluation of proposals for the construction of an 
incinerator." Technical Report submitted to the Centre for Scientific 
Research into Plant Medicine. Ghana. (2005). 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Nkrumah-Buandoh. G. K. 
• Fourth Stig Lundquist Conference on Advancing Frontiers of Condensed 
Matter Physics. 3 - 7 July. 2006. Abdus Salam International Centre for 
Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste. Italy. 
College on Physics of Nano-Devices. 10 - 21 July. 2006. Abdus Salam ICTP. 
Trieste Italy. 
• "Thennoelectric Properties of Doped Chiral Carbon Nanotube". Condensed 
Matter Associates' Weekly Seminar. 24 July. 2006. Abdus Salam ICTP. 
Trieste. Italy. 
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Kaufmann, E. E. 
1st COCOBOD Conference for Promotion of Local Consumption of Cocoa 
Products and 24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association. 
Erata Hotel. Accra. August 1-4. 2005. 
UNESCO Training Workshop on ICT in Engineering Teaching. University of 
Ghana. April 24-28. 2006. 
Amankwah, A. 
International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) School on LINUX Cluster 
for High Performance Computing. Kumasi. Ghana .. 17-28 Jan. 2005 
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES 
Effah Kaufmann E. A. 
Member. Ghana National Celebrations Committee on the International Year 
of Physics; 2005. 
Quiz Mistress/ Host, Ghana National Science & Math Quiz 'IV Programme. 
2006. 
BENEFACTIONS 
Professor Awele Maduemezia. former Vice-Chancellor of Bendel State 
University. Nigeria. and one time Lecturer in this Department (1967-1970) 
presented copies of two of his books: Numerical methods for Scientists and 
Engineers; and Elements of Quantum Mechanics to a number of Senior 
Members and the 3 best graduating students in PhYSiCS. He also presented 3 
copies each of the books to the Departmental Library. This was after the 
Professor. who is currently the ECOWAS Consultant on Science and 
Technology Policy. had given a seminar on Science and Technology Policy 
and the African Predicament to the students and staff of the Department. 
A number of books were also received from the Abdus Salam International 
Centre for Theoretical Physics (lCTP) in Trieste. Italy through the 
instrumentality of Professor K. Oduro-Mriyie. the Head of Department and a 
Senior Associate of the ICTP. 
Mr. Michael Flowers. an alumnus of the Department. presented a number of 
laboratory equipment to the Department for use in the G-2 Lab. They included 
11 Digital Multimeters. 3 digital thermometers for Thermal Physics 
experiments. 2 digital thermometers for weather stations. a set of 4 
chargeable batteries. and a battery charger. In the previous year. Mr. Flowers 
donated a computer and a number of basic laboratory eqUipment to the 
Department. 
The Department is grateful for these donations. 
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DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS 
OVERVIEW 
After many years of pleading. the then Acting Vice Chancellor gave the department 
five (5) brand new Dell Computers for our Computer Laboratory. Even though the 
total capacity of the Laboratory is forty computers. this initial gesture by the Ag. 
VC is commendable and the department is very grateful. 
TEACHING PROGRAMMES 
Since the introduction of the Course Credit System. Statistics courses have been 
available at Level 200. 300 and 400. However. starting from the year under review. 
two statistics courses were introduced at Level 100: Introduction to Statistics 
and Elementary Probability. 
The purpose ofthis is two fold: 
To introduce students to the subject at an early stage and 
To cut down on the workload at level 200. and hopefully enhance students 
performance at this level. 
ENROLMENT 
Level 100 333 
Level 200 197 
Level 300 90 
Level 400 71 
Total Undergraduate 627 
M.Phil 3 
Ph.D 3 
Service Courses For Biologist 526 
STAFF 
MaIjorie Danso- Manu Senior Lecturer 
(Head of Department 
Prof. S.1. K. Odoom Associate Prof. (on contract) 
Dr. F. K. Atsem Lecturer - on Sabbatical Leave 
Mr. E. N. N. Nortey Lecturer 
Mr. F. O. Mettle Lecturer 
Dr. I. Baidoo Lecturer 
Mr. A. Lotsi Lecturer 
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Part-Time Lecturers 
Dr. I. G. Akar 
Mr. E. Amartey-Vondee 
Mr. S. A. Yeboah 
Dr. C. Andoh 
RESEARCH AND RELATED ACTIVITIES 
Danso-Manu. M. 
• Assessment of Educational Performance of Senior Secondary Schools in 
Ghana. 
Nortey. E. N. N. 
• The value of Reject Inference in modeling students' performance of the 
University of Ghana using admission data. 
Mettle. F. O. 
Ergodic theorems in demography and some allied algebraic eigenvalue 
problems. 
Survival analysis based on incompletedata. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Nortey. E. N. N. 
On some indicators of our current basic educational characteristics 
(submitted for publication in the Journal of Science) 
The use of ACE and PACF in identifYing auto regreSSive integrated moving 
average (ARIMA) models - (submitted for publication in th~ Journal of 
Science). 
Mettle. F. O. 
Simulation studies in demographic ergodicity. (Legon Journal of Science), 
Sept. 2006 Vol. 1 pp. 28-36. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Danso-Manu. M. 
National Dissemination Seminar for the 2003 National Industrial Census 
organized by the Ghana Statistical Service at the Kofi Annan ICT Centre of 
Excellence. Accra. Ghana. on 22nd June. 2006. 
Nortey. E. N. N. 
National Dissemination Seminar for the 2003 National Industrial Census 
organized by the Ghana Statistical Service at the Kofi Annan ICT Centre of 
Excellence. Accra. Ghana. on 22nd June. 2006. 
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Advanced Poverty Analysis Training Workshop. Organised by the Ghana 
Statistics Service in collaboration with the World Bank. 10th-21st July 2006; 
Accra. Ghana. 
• Social Accounting Matrices (SAM) and SAM - Based Multipliers Training 
Workshop. Organized by Ghana Statistical Service in conjunction with the 
International Food Policy Research Institute. 14th-16th August. 2006; Accra. 
Ghana. . 
Mettle. F. 0 
National Dissemination Seminar for the 2003 National Industrial Census 
organized by the Ghana Statistical Service at the Kofi Annan ICT Centre of 
Excellence. Accra. Ghana. on 22nd June. 2006. . 
• Advanced Poverty Analysis Training Workshop. Organized by the Ghana 
Statistics Service in collaboration with the World Bank. 10th-21st July 2006; 
Accra. Ghana. 
Social Accounting Matrices (SAM) and SAM - Based Multipliers Training 
Workshop. Organized by Ghana Statistical Service in conjunction with the 
International Food Policy Research Institute. 14th-16th August. 2006; Accra. 
Ghana. 
DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The department continued to promote zoological research and to train young 
graduates in zoology. and to offer postgraduate programmes in Parasitology. Insect 
Science (Africa Regional Postgraduate Programme in Insect SCience- ARPPIS), 
Freshwater Biology and Biodiversity Studies. Extension and consultancy services 
to various public organizations and educational institutions also continued. 
notably the identification of zoological specimens for various departments of this 
university. the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA). private organizations 
and individuals. collaboration with the Volta Basin Research Project (VBRP). 
Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR). and the Centre for 
SCientific Research into Plant Medicine (Akropong) on joint research projects. 
student teaching and supervision. and technical support. 
Three Senior Members gained promotion to professorial level: Prof. Yaa Ntiamoa-
Baidu (AsSOCiate Professor) was promoted to the rank of Full Professor. while Drs. 
D.K. Attuquayefio and E. Oduro Owusu (Senior Lecturers) became Associate 
Professors. Mr. F. Gbogbo (ASSistant Lecturer) was upgraded to Lecturer. Prof. D. 
Edoh (ASSOCiate Professor) was apPOinted Head of Department. and Prof. E. Oduro 
Owusu (AsSOCiate Professor) was elected Secretary of the University Teachers' 
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Association of Ghana (UTAG). 
COURSES OFFERED 
The department offered courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels 
in such areas as vertebrate and invertebrate physiology and anatomy. ecology. 
genetics. pure and applied entomology. animal behaviour. evolution. parasitology 
and public health. aquatic biology. conservation biology. wildlife management. 
among others. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Levels Student Numbers 
100 766 
200 542 
300 143 
400 96 
MPhil: Insect Science (ARPPIS) 
Parasitology 5 
Biodiversity Studies 2 
PhD 2 
STAFFING POSITION 
During the academic year under review. the breakdown of teaching staff at post 
(15) was: 
1 Full Professor: Yaa Ntiamoa-Baidu 
4 Associate Professors: Chris Gordon (VBRP) 
Dominic A. Edoh (Head of Department) 
Daniel K. Attuquayefio 
Ebenezer O. Owusu 
2 Senior Lecturers: David D. Wilson 
Millicent A. Cobblah 
6 Lecturers/Research Fellows: Paul K. Attah 
George A. Darpaah (Research Fellow. VBRP) 
Rosina Kyerematen 
Langbong Bimi 
Dzidzo Yirenya-Tawiah (Research Fellow. VBRP) 
Godfred Futagbi 
Lars H. Holbech 
Francis Gbogbo 
1 Lecturer returned from Sabbatical Leave. 
There were 16 non-teaching staff comprising 9 Technical. 2 Administrative and 
5 Support Staff as follows: 
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9 Technical Staff: 
• Stephen K.B. Boni (Principal Technician) 
Henry Davies (Principal Assistant Curator) 
• Joseph Ofosu-Barku (Principal Technician) 
• Joseph Otchere (Senior Technician) 
• Samuel D. Asiedu (Senior Technician) 
• Rachel Nkrumah (Mrs.) (Technician) 
• Joyce Heflide (Ms.) (Assistant Technician) 
• Gilbert A. Addo (Assistant T<,;chnician) 
• Sampson Badasu (Technical Assistant) 
2 Administrative/Clerical Staff: 
Josephine Atandzi (Ms.) (Senior Administrative Assistant) 
• Henrietta Bonsoe (Ms.) (Clerk Grade I) 
5 Support Staff: 
Humphrey Aboah (Driver Grade 1) 
Reuben Adjoh (Departmental Assistant Grade II) 
Wilson Quao (Messenger/Cleaner) 
Robert Kazogoyere (Cleaner/Gardener) 
• Emmanuel Y. Amoah (Cleaner/Gardener) 
RESEARCH PROJECTS 
Edoh.D.A. 
• Efficacy of herbal extracts for skin infections (ringworm and eczema) in the 
Mampong-Akwapim Area, Eastern Region 
Prevalence of intestinal worms in school children and food vendors after 
deworming in the Greater-Accra and Central Regions 
• Quality of "hand-tied" and "sealed-bagged" water in the Accra Metropolis 
Incidence of antibiotic resistance in parts of Accra 
Isolation and identification of fish paraSites 
Ntiamoa-Baidu. Y. 
Indigenous beliefs and biodiversity conservation 
• Sustainable use of natural resources and good environmental management 
Attuquayefio. D.K. 
• Faunal survey of protected and non-protected areas in various regions in 
Ghana: 
Primary and secondary forest blocks in the Brong-Ahafo Region 
Selected Forest Reserves in the Northern and Upper West Regions 
(Northern Savanna Biodiversity Conservation Project) 
Biodiversity and plantation blocks of an oil palm estate in the Eastern 
Region 
Protected and non-protected forest blocks in the Eastern Region, 
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Ex Post Project Studies of 4 UNDP Global Environmental Facility- Small 
Grants Programme (GEF-SGI:')-sponsored projects in the Greater-Accra. 
Brong-Ahafo. and Upper East- Regions 
Ecology offruit bats 
• Snakes and rodents in Ghanaian culture and folklore 
Owusu.E.O. 
Collaborative research projects: 
Use of indigenous natural plant components for the control of insect 
pests offield and stored products (collaborators: Food Security Department. 
University oJ Greenwich/Natural Resources Institute. UK and Faculty oj 
Agriculture. Kochi University. Japan) 
Chemical ecology of the millet head miner and its host interactions 
(collaborators: Chemical Ecology Department. Natural Resources Institute. 
UK and International Crops Research Institute Jor the Semi-Arid Tropics-
ICRISAn 
Structural identification and synthesis of semio-chemicals with pest 
control qualities (collaborators: Faculty oj Agriculture. Kochi University. 
Japan) 
Bio-efficacy testing of insecticides. mosquito coils and aerosols for field and 
household insect pest control 
• Pesticide usage and insectiCide resistance in major horticultural insect 
pests un Ghana 
Wilson. D.D. 
Biology and integrated management of tephritid fruit flies. including a new 
invasive species recently discovered in West Africa and Ghana. 
Biological control of aquatic weeds in Ghana and West Africa under the 
ECOWAS Integrated Management of Invasive Aquatic Weeds Project 
Biology and integrated management of sweetpotato weevils in Ghana. 
Use of novel methods such as gamma radiation for the management of a 
number of field and storage pests. 
Darpaah. G.A. 
Aquaculture development in the West African sub-region 
Review of the status of aquaculture development in 16 West African countries 
in the project area of the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem (GCLME) 
Development of a model aquaculture farm in the GCLME Project Area 
Research work on the Ecology and Culture potential of the penaeid shrimps 
in the Volta estuary was brought to completion. 
Kyerematen. R.A.K. 
Studies on the Chironomidae of Southern. Eastern and Western Ghana 
Insect diversity studies of selected Forest Reserves and Sacred Groves in 
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Ghana 
Studies on the butterflies of Southern. Eastern and Western Ghana 
Yirenya-Tawiah, D.R. 
Continued work on Genital Schistosomiasis and HIV / AIDS in the Volta Basin 
• Applying voluntary counseling and testing in non-classical HIV research 
Futagbi, G. 
Pathogenesis of severe malaria and Burkitt's lymphoma 
• Effect of colourblindness on the study of science and computer usage 
ParaSitic profile of the grasscutter 
Current trends of pregnancy-related complications associated with the ABO 
Blood Group and Rhesus-factor systems 
Bolbech, L.B. 
Planning methodology. time-table. and purchasing of equipment for the 
following long-term studies on rain forest birds in the Ankasa Conservation 
Area. Western Region: 
Seasonality of vocalization output in forest and non-forest habitats 
Barrier functions of high-tension power lines for bird dispersal 
Utilization of forest obligates by off-reserve secondary forest. remnant 
forest and plantations 
• Literature studies and review of habitat preferences of West African forest 
avifauna 
Studies on bird voice recording and categorization using computer software 
• Collaborative research activities: 
Ornithological fieldwork in oil palm plantations in the Ghana High Forest 
Zone (collaborator: Ben Phalan. PhD Student. Cambridge University. UK) 
Bushmeat-related studies in Ghanaian timber concessions (collaborator: 
Bjorn Schulte-Herbruggen. Zoological Society oJLondon) 
Gbogbo. F. 
• Factors affecting waterbird populations at coastal wetlands in Ghana 
• The wildlife trade in Ghana: challenges and prospects 
EXTENSION 
Edoh,D.A. 
External Examiner (MPhil). Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology. 
KNUST (Kumasi. Ghana) 
Visiting Lecturer in Clinical GenetiCS. Department of Human Biology. 
University of Cape Coast. Cape Coast 
Advisor/Consultant. Ghana AsSOCiation of Biomedical Scientists 
Membership of: Ghana Science Association 
African Health Science Association 
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Referee/Assessor: Journal of the Ghana Science Association 
African Health Science Journal 
West African Journal ofA pplied Ecology 
Journal of Science and Technology 
Ntiamoa-Baidu. Y. 
• Supported the Ministry of Environment. Science and Technology (MEST) to 
develop a project proposal: "Sustainable Use of Natural Resources and Good 
Environmental Management". which received funding from the UNDP for 
Implementation 
Attuquayefio. D.K. 
Continued consultancy services for Ghana Wildlife Society (GWS) 
Member. Accra Zoo Advisory Board 
• Member. National Advisory Committee. African NGO-Government 
Partnership for Sustainable Biodiversity Action 
Referee/Assessor. West African Journal of Applied Ecology (WAJAE): Ghana 
Journal of Science 
External Examiner (MPhil), Department of Entomology and Wildlife. School of 
Biological Sciences. University of Cape Coast 
Member. UGMS Admissions Board 
• Member. SAHS Admissions Board 
Patron. Zoology Students' Association (ZOSA), University of Ghana. Legon 
(1997) 
Membership of the following Professional Bodies: 
Mammal SOCiety. London. U.K. 
Ghana Science Association (GSA) 
African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)- Ghana Chapter 
Ghana Association for the Conservation of Nature (GACON) 
Oduro Owusu. E. 
Development of pesticide laws and regulations for Ghana. in collaboration 
with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 
Management options for control of mango stone weevil and fruit flies. in 
collaboration with Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MFA) 
Pesticide efficacy tests. in collaboration with MFA. EPA. and Pesticide sellers 
of Ghana 
Management strategies for oil palm leaf miner control. in collaboration with 
UNILEVER Oil Palm Plantations and Oil Palm Research Institute 
Wilson. D.D. 
Member of the National Water Weed Control Committee 
Member of the National Steering Committee and National Coordinating 
Unit of the ECOWAS Integrated Management of Invasive Aql\atic Weeds 
Project 
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Darpaah. G.A. 
Regional Consultant on Aquaculture for UNIODO/GLCME Project 
Member. Minister of Fisheries' Committee on Enhanced Aquaculture 
Development in Ghana 
Technical Advisor. Possible use of mined-out pits for aquaculture development 
in the Mansie East District. Ashanti Region 
Kyerematen. R.A.K. 
Consultant. Aquatic Insect- Environmental Pre-Feasibility Study. SGS 
Consultant. Terrestrial Invertebrates and Butterflies- Geomatrix Consultants 
Ahafo Mining Project 
Consultant. Terrestrial Insects. Bui Dam Project ESIA. VRA/ERM 
Consultant. Invertebrate Survey. Atewa Range Forest Reserve. Conservation 
International (CI) 
Consultant. Terrestrial Invertebrates. Community Integrated Natural 
Resource Management Project -OEF/GWS 
Consultant. Terrestrial Insects. Implementation of Conservation Action Plan-
GOPDC/GWS 
Community Integrated Natural Resource Management Project-OEF /GWS 
Survey. Atewa Range Forest Reserve. Conservation International (CI) 
Terrestrial Insects. Bui Dam Project ESIA. VRA/ERM 
Resource Person/Facilitator. Tool-kits for Sustainable Management of 
Ghana's Riverine Biodiversity- A Darwin Initiative Project (2005-2007) 
Member. Editorial Sub-Committee. Faculty of Science Colloquium Planning 
Committee. Board of the Faculty of Science. Univers ity of Ghana. Legon. 
Yirenya-Tawiah. D.R. 
HIV educational activities with REACH THE CHILDREN 
Women's health promotion with Glofound Development Organization. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Edoh. D .• Prosper. P.B.. & Bosompem. K. (2006) Urinary and Intestinal 
Schistosomiasis in some communities in the Lower Volta Basin of Ghana. 
Journal of the Ghana Science Association. 8 (2): 96-101 
Edoh. D .. Prosper. P.B .. & Bosompem. K. . & Annan. T. (2006) Malacological 
and floral studies of Schistosomiasis prevalence sites in the Lower Volta 
Basin. Journal of the Ghana Science Association. 8 (2) : 89-95 
Edoh. Do, Antwi-Boasiako. C. & Amuzu. D. (2006) Foetal haemoglobin during 
infancy and in sickle cell adults. African Health Sciences. 6 0) : 51-54 
Edoh. D . . Mensah . E .. & Edoh. A. (2005) Cross-sectional analysis of out-patient 
disease morbidity in different regions of Ghana using MS Spreadsheet and 
Matlab. Proceedings ofIntemational Conference on Advances in Information and 
Comnumication Engineering. pp. 160-164. 
Ntiamoa-Baidu. Y. Harnessing Research. Science and Technology for 
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Sustainable Development in Ghana-Environment and Natural Resources. 
Ghana Academy ojA rts and Sciences (in press) 
Ntiamoa-Baidu, Y. Indigenous Beliefs and Biodiversity Conservation: The 
Effectiveness of Sacred Groves. Taboos and Totems in Ghana for Habitat and 
Species Conservation. Intemational Joumal oJReligion. Nature and Culture (in 
press) 
Wuver, A.M. & Attuquayefio, O.K. (2006) The Impact of Human Activities on 
Biodiversity Conservation in a Coastal Wetland in Ghana. WestAjricanJoumal 
ojA pplied Ecology, 9: 115-129 
Attuquayefio, O.K., Raxworthy. C.J. & Ryan. J.M. (2005) Preliminary 
Biodiversity Assessment (Hertetofauna and Mammals) of a Coastal Wetland 
in the Volta Region. Ghana. Ghana Joumal oJScience. 45: 19-26 
Vordzogbe, V.V., Attuquayefio, O.K. & Gbogbo. F. (2005) The Flora and 
Mammals of the Moist Semi-Deciduous Forest Zone in Sefwi Wiawso District 
of the Western Region. Ghana. West AJrican Joumal ojA pplied Ecology. 8: 49-
64. 
Attuquayefio, O.K. & Fobi!, J. (2005) An Overview of Biodiversity Conservation 
in Ghana: Challenges and Prospects. West Ajrican Journal ojA pplied Ecology. 
7: 1-18 
Attuquayefio, O.K. (2004) The Snakes of Ghana: Myth. Science and Reality. 
Ghana Joumal oJScience. 44: 73-86 
Attuquayefio, O.K. & Ryan. J .M. (in press) TaxonOmic Report on the Mammals 
of Two Coastal Wetlands in Ghana. West Ajrican Journal ojA pplied Ecology 
Wuver. A.M. & Attuquayefio, O.K. (in press) Human Activities and Biodiversity 
Conservation in the Central Region of Ghana, WestAjricanJoumal ojA pplied 
Ecology • 
Gbogbo. F. & Attuquayefio, O.K. (in press) An Assessment of the Effects of 
Some Aspects of Water Quality on Amphibian Reproduction. GhanaJournal 
oJScience. 
Odonkor. S., Gbogbo. F., Attuquayefio, O.K .. & Bimi. L. (in review) The 
Wi!dlifeTrade in Ghana: A threat to Biodiversity Conservation. Ghana Journal 
of Science. 
Gbogbo, F. & Attuquayefio, O.K. & Krobea-Asante. A. (in review) Rodents 
and Herpetofauna as Household Pests in the Accra Metropolis. Ghana. West 
AjricanJoumal ojA pplied Ecology. 
Gbogbo, F. &: Attuquayefio, O.K. (submitted) An Assessment of the Effects of 
Some Aspects of Water Quality on Amphibian Reproduction. Ghana Journal 
oJScience. 
Gbogbo, F. (submitted) Impact of Commercial Salt Production on Wetland 
Quality ans Waterbirds at Coastal Lagoons in Ghana. Ostrich- AJrican 
Omithological Journal. 
Amuna. N.N .. Obeng-Ofori. D .. Padi. B. & Owusu, E.O. (2005) Effect ofneem 
azal and neemol on survival. longevity and development of cocoa shield bug. 
Batycoelia thalassina (H.-S) (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) attacking cocoa in 
Ghana, Ghana Joumal ojA gricultural Science. 38: 3-12. 
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Yawson. G.K .. Appiah. 5.0 .. Kim. CoS. & Owusu. E.O. (2006) Evaluation of 
monitoring surveillance of oil palm leaf miner. Coelaenomenodera lameensis 
Berti and Mariau (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) live indices trend and control. 
Joumal ojGhana Science Association. 8 (1): 118-126 
Owusu. E.O. (2006) Assessment of cholinesterase and p-nitrophenyl acetate 
hydrolyzing esterase in organophosphate resistance of Ghanaian population 
of cotton aphid (Homoptera: Aphididae). Joumal ojGhana Science Association, 
8 (1): 29-33 
Yawson. G.K.. Appiah, 5.0., & Owusu. E.O. (2006) Efficacy of confidor and 
proteus against oil palm leaf miner, Coelaenomenodera lameensis Berti and 
Mariau (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). Final Technical Report, Unilever Oil Palm 
Plantations. 
Billah, M.K .. Kimani-Njogu, 5., Overholt. WA, Wharton, RA.. Wilson. D.O. & 
Cobblah. M,A. (2005). The effect of host larvae on three Psytallia species 
(Hymenoptera: Braconidae): Parasitoids of fruit-infesting flies (Diptera: 
Tephritidae). IntemationalJoumal ojTropical Insect Science, 25 (3) 1-8. 
• Hadis, M., H .. Wilson. M.D .. Cobblah. M.A.,'& Boakye, D.A. (2005) 
Cytotaxonomic description of Simulium kaifaense, a new member of the 
SirruJlium damnosum complex (Diptera: Simulidae) from southwestern Ethiopia. 
Annals ojTropical Medicine and Parasitology. 99 (3): 267-291 
Billah, M.K .. Wilson. 0,0,. Cobblah. M.A., Lux, SA & Tumfo, J.A. (2006) 
Detection and Preliminary survey of the new Invasive Fruit Fly species 
Bactrocera invadens sp.n. in Ghana. Joumal ojGhana Science Association, 8 
(2): 138-144 (in press) 
Osae, M.Y., Cherry, A., Cobblah. M.A., Wilson. D.O. & Djegui, D. (2006) 
Horizontal transmission of Plutella xylostella Granulovirus (PlxyGV) in 
diamondback moth Plutellaxylostella (Lepidoptera: Yponomeutidae). Joumal 
ojthe Ghana Science Association, 8 (1): 34-39 
Osae, M.Y .. Wilson. D.O .• Adabie-Gomez, D.A, Annoh, C.E., Ewusie, E.A., & 
K1uvitse, P. (2006) (2006) The effect of gamma irradiation on the biology of 
the Cigarette beetle, Lasioderma serricome (F) (Coleoptera: Anobiidae). Joumal 
ojthe Ghana Science Association, 8 (1): 40-45 
Gadelseed, A.M.A., Wilson, D.D., Cudjoe, A.R, & Offei. S.K. (in review) 
Distribution of adult Bemisia tabaci (Genn.) (Homoptera: AJeyrodidae) on 
different host plants. Joumal ojthe Ghana Science Association. 
Utomi. C.1. Wilson. 0,0. • &: Cobblah. M.A. (submitted) The spatio-temporal 
distribution and activity pattern of the new invasive fly species Bactrocera 
invadens Drew, Tsuruta and White in the Greater-Accra Region, Ghana. Ghana 
J. Hort. 
Wilson. D.O .. &: Cobblah. M,A. (submitted) Characterization of the infestation 
by the new invasive fly species Bactrocera invadens Drew, Tsuruta and White 
in the Greater-Accra Region, Ghana. Ghana J. Hort. 
Darpaah. G. A.. Kumah, L., Djama, T. (2005) Mission Report on Ellah Lakes 
PLC Aquaculture Complex, Obrtkom, Rivers State, Nigeria. Submitted to 
Regional Director, Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem Project. C:'nDO, 
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Accra (Report 1). 
Darpaah. G. A. (2006) Mission report on Ellah Lakes PLC aquaculture Complex. 
Obrikom. Rivers State. Nigeria. Submitted to Regional Director. Guinea 
Current Large Marine Ecosystem Project. UNIDO. Accra (Reports 2 & 3). 
Omondi. A.B .. Obeng-Ofori. D .. Kyerematen. R. A. & Danquah. E.Y. (2005) 
Host preference and suitability of some seIcted crops for two biotypes of Bemisia 
tabaci in Ghana. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata. 115: 393-400 
Omondi. A.B .. Ssewuwagi. P .. Obeng-Ofori. D .. Danquah. E.Y. & Kyerematen. 
R. A. (2005) Mating interactions between okra and cassava biotypes of Bemisia 
tabaci (Homoptera: Aleyrodidae) on eggplant. IntemationalJoumal ofT ropical 
Insect Science. 25 (3): 157-159 
• Wiafe. G .. Blankson. E.R. & Kyerematen. R. (submitted) Incidence of algal 
bloom in the coastal waters of a fishing community in Ghana. Legon Journal 
of Science 
Futagbi. G .• Welbeck. J .. Dodoo. A.K. Tetteh. J.KA .. Mingle. J.A .. Hviid. L. & 
Akanmori. B.D. (in press) Selective activation of TCR-aa+ cells in endemic 
Burkitt's Lymphoma. Malaria Joumal. 
Holbech. L.H. (in preparation) Utilization of complex tree plantations by forest 
birds in Ghana. 
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS 
Edoh.D.A. 
24th Biennial Conference. Ghana Science Association 
6th Annual Research Meeting. Noguchi Memorial Institute of Medical 
Research (NMIMR) 
15th Faculty of Science Colloquium 
Attuquayefio. D.K. 
Workshop on Promoting Sustainable Use of Natural Resources and Good 
Environmental Governance. Organized by the Ghana Academy Of Arts and 
Sciences. and the Ministry of Local Government. Rural Development and 
Environment. STEPR! (CSIR) Conference Hall. Accra (17 October. 2006). 
Workshop on ICT-Enabled Flexible Educational System for Higher Education 
in Ghana. Organized by ICT Directorate (3rd Floor Laboratory). University of 
Ghana. Legon (24 May. 2006). 
15th Faculty of Science Colloquium on the theme: "The Environment. Waste 
Management and the Health of the People". KA. Busia Lecture Theatre (25-26 
April. 2006). 
Youth Employment Dialogue and Exhibition (Development Dialogue Series) 
organized by the World Bank on the theme: "The Youth and Job Creation in 
Ghana". Great Hall. University of Ghana (21-22 April. 2006) 
Owusu.E.O. 
• 24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association. Accra (1-5 
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August. 2005) . Paper: "Biochemical analyses of insecticide resistance in 
Ghanaian populations of cotton aphid (Homoptera: Aphididae)" . 
Wilson. D.D. 
In-Country Consultation on Draft International Standards for Phytosanitary 
Measures. MOFA/PPRSD. Pokuase (29 August. 2006) 
Workshop on the.Enapling Policy and Institutional Environment for Invasive 
Plant Management in Ghana. STEPRI-CSIR. Accra (1 November. 2006) 
Workshop on Control of Fruitflies on Mangoes and Other Crops. TIPCEE/ 
GTZ/MOAP. Accra (13 November. 2006) 
Cobblah. M.A. 
Training of Trainers Workshop on the Morphology. Identification and Natural 
Enemies of Fruit Flies With Special Reference to the New Invasive Fruit-fly 
Species. Bactrocera invadens. for Staff of Plant Protection and Regulatory 
Services Division. Ministry of Food and Agriculture . Department of Zoology. 
University of Ghana (10-13 April, 2006). 
Kyerematen. R.A.K. 
Stakeholders Forum on High Value Conservation Forest (HVCF) Identification 
and Management in Ghana. WWF-WAFRO. Accra. Ghana (May. 2006) 
Training Workshop on the Tool-kits for Sustainablr .Management of Ghana's 
Riverine Biodiversity- Darwin Initiative Project. University of Ghana. Legon 
(January. 2006) 
Bimi. L. 
Attended a Molecular Biology Summer Workshop in Clark Science Center. 
Smith College. Northampton. MA (June 18-July 1. 2006) 
Yirenya-Tawiah. D.R. 
• First African-Caribbean HIV-AlDS summit. Toronto. Canada (28-29 April, 
2006) 
• Gender Analysis Training Workshop: Gender. Child Survival and HIV-AlDS. 
Toronto. Canada (7-9 May. 2006) 
Workshop on Women in Science. Guelph. Canada (March. 2006) 
• Sixth Annual Research Meeting. Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research (NMIMR). Presented a paper (with C. Amoah. T. Annang. T. Apea-
Kubi. Dade. M. . & Bosompem. K.M.) titled: "Genital Schistosomiasis and Sexually-
J)unsmitted Injections in the Upper Volta Basin". (19- 21 September. 2006) 
Futagbi. G. 
Association of African Universities Higher Education Research Training 
Course on Policy Research Design. Proposal Writing. Discourse Analysis and 
Data Management. Institute of Development Management (10M). Gaborone. 
Botswana (20 August-3 September. 2005) 
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Holbech. L.H. 
Stakeholder Forum on High Conservation Value Forest (HCVF) Identification 
and Management in Ghana. Organized by WWF-WARPO/Ghana Office and 
ProForest. Miklin Hotel. Accra (17 May. 2006) 
Seminar on Danish GaIathea 3 Global Oceanographic Expedition. Organized 
by Department of Oceanography and Fisheries. University of Ghana and 
Galathea Expedition 3. Danish Embassy. Accra. 
Gbogbo. F. 
Workshop on Tool-kit for Sustainable Management of Ghana's Riverine 
Biodiversity. Centre for African Wetlands. University of Ghana (9-13 January. 
2006) 
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE PROGRAMME 
OVERVIEW 
The postgraduate Environmental Science Programme (ESP) was introduced in 
1998 by the University of Ghana to support and enhance the ability of the 
University to train local students in the area of environmental science. 
Environmental issues are multi-faceted. with ecological, social. economic, political 
and ethical dimensions. As a result. the ESP has been run as a multi-disciplinary 
programme by the Faculty of Agriculture, Law, Science and Social Studies and 
coordinated from the office of the Dean, Faculty of Science. This arrangement 
has brought together departments for a common purpose. The ESP has therefore 
developed its many aspects simultaneously to provide a unified understanding of 
environmental issues and concerns. 
Currently, the ESP is among highest offer of M. Phil student admissions in the 
Faculty of Science. The multi-disciplinary and inter-faculty nature of the ESP 
has successfully enabled the gel1eration of environmental scientists who are 
conversant with the social issues', that pertain to environmental management. 
They are also equipped with skills to function effectively as researchers or 
managers who undertake the responsibility for monitoring, investigating and 
advising on challenges of sustainable management of our environment. The 
programme has already developed links With several other organizations such as 
the Forestry Commission, Water CommiSSion. Fisheries Commission, The CSIR 
group of institutes, the EPA as well as several industries. 
Following agreement of cooperation between the University of Ghana and the 
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United Nations University International Network on Water, Environment and 
Health (UNU-INWEH). a Regional Center of The UN Water Virtual Center (WVLC) 
in Africa has been established in the Environmental Science Programme since 
June, 2004. The principal purposes of the WVLC Regional Center are to improve 
water resource management and water services of developing countries and to 
improve training and education in the water sector. The courses are essentially 
given as Distance Education Courses with a limited attendance at the Regional 
Center. The WVLC curriculum includes full courses on water transfer, the 
terrestrial ecosystem and the impacts of land use changes, the aquatic ecosystem 
health and impact assessment, water use, waste water etc. The various courses 
have already been designed on CDs by experts from UNU-INWEH but are being 
'customized' to local needs. 
COURSES 
The Department of Environmental Science teaches and carries out research 
into aquatic, atmospheriC and terrestrial environments with the main vision of 
advocating for work towards protecting the environment from destruction and 
pollution. The various taught courses offered in the first year of the M. Phil 
programme were as follows: 
ESC I 601: Soil, Air and Water Quality 
ESCI 602: Environmental Economics 
ESCI 603: Human Population and Urbanization 
ESCI 604: Environmental Law 
ESCI 605: Remote Sensing and GIS 
ESCI 606: Environmental Impact Assessment 
ESC I 607: Environmental Chemistry 
ESC I 608: Atmospheric and Environmental Physics 
ESCI 609: Water Resource Management 
ESC1610: Environmental Geology 
ESC1612: Forest Resource Management 
STUDENT ADMISSIONS 
The ESP attracts many students to the M. Phil (Environmental Science) programme 
with average enrolment of about fourteen (14) per year. For the period under 
review (2005/2006) the students on admiSSion were as follows: 
M. Phil Part I 16 
M. Phil Part II (on-going data collection for thesis) 24 
M. Phil Part III (thesis writing/awaiting results) 19 
Ph. D (at various stages) 6 
Total 65 
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THE REGIONAL CENTRE OF THE UN WATER VIRTUAL LEARNING CENTRE IN 
AFRICA (RC OF THE WVLC) 
The WVLC seeks to promote sustainable water management through core 
curriculum on Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) that offers 
opportunities for skills upgrading in the water sector. The curriculum offers broad-
based coverage of the principles and practices of IWRM. A total of 15 participants 
have been nominated from water related institutions such as Water Commission. 
Water Research Institute. The curriculum consists of ten (10) modular courses. 
The participants successfully completed and passed modular courses 1 to 4 during 
the period under review. 
In order to oversee the running of the WVLC. a steering committee has been set 
up by the Vice Chancellor of the University with the Coordinator of the 
Environmental SCience Programme, Prof. P. K. Ofori-Danson as the Coordinator. 
The Steering Committee is made up of the following Senior Members of the 
University: 
Prof. Chris Gordon Chairman, Dean, International Programmes 
Prof. P. K. Ofori-Danson Coordinator /Executive Secretary 
Dr (Mrs) M. Awumbila Department. of Geography and Resource 
Development 
Dr. A. A. Adjimani Department. of Biochemistry 
Dr. F. L. Phillips Department of Chemistry 
ON-GOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Environmental Pollution and Degradation (EPD) 
Impact of mine seepage from abandoned gold mines 
Management of waste plastics in Accra-Tema 
Solid waste generation and disposal practices in Accra 
• Assessment of pesticide residue in pineapple from the Kwahu-South District 
• Pollution and the Weija Lake 
• The geology of landfill sites and impact of landfills on surrounding villages 
• Environmental impact of small-scale salt mining on the socio-economic 
activities in the Kommenda-Edina-Abirem District in the Central Region 
Influence of bushfires in inducing land degradation: a comparative study of 
sacred groves and adjoining unprotected lands in Nadowli District 
Impact of traditional coconut oil :processing on the environment of the 
Amansuri Wetlands in Jomoro District of the Western Region 
Environmental degradation and its impact on the Owabi Ramsar Site 
• Health and socio-economic impact of pollution in the Songor Lagoon. Greater-
Accra Region 
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Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) 
Impact of human activities on the quality of rural drinking water in West 
Akyem 
Water quality and commercial viability of water resources of Mount Afadja to 
Human impacts on water quality in the Densu River 
• Impact of mineral processing on water quality: a case study of selected 
catchment areas and communities in the Wasa Dis trict of Ghana 
• The impact of human activities on the quality of the Ayensu River, Central 
Region 
Quality of pipe borne water in an urban environment: a case study of Western 
Accra and 
Impact of human activities on the Kakum River, Central Region 
Environmental conservation (EC) 
Assessment of environmental impact of traditional food oil production 
The role of gende r in the exploitation, utilization and conservation of 
grasscutter, Thryonomys swinderianus in the Gomoa District 
Processing environment and microbial quality of smoke fish in Accra and 
Tema Communities 
Role of gender, environmental conservation and salt-winning along the coast 
of Ada, Greater-Accra Region : and 
Gender, environmental management and quality of water in the Sakumo 
catchment 
Integrated coastal zone management (ICZM) 
Assessment of management interventions at the Songor Ramsar Site; 
Environmental appr;lisal of some coastal areas of the Shama District; 
Impact of coastal tourism on the environment: Ada And Elmina 
Impact of human activities (bushfires) on small mammals and a coastal 
wetland in Ghana 
An environmental assessment of income-generating activities in the 
Dangme West District of the Greater-Accra Region 
Assessment of the environmental perennial floods within Odaw River Basin, 
Ghana 
An assessment of the environmental impact of small-scale fish processing 
activities in a coas tal community in Ghana and 
Assessment of the impact of human activities on the water quality ofSakumo 
" Lagoon and biologica l remediation using sedentary plants. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
To date, the ESP has depended on academic staff drawn from appropriate faculty 
and on part-time basiS with no core academic staff. The Programme Coordinator. 
Prof. P. K. Ofori-Danson was appOinted by the Vice Chancellor to bring the 
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programme to focus . Over twenty (20) staff drawn from fourteen (14) departments 
run the programme. 
COURSE 
ESC1601: Soil. Water and Air Quality 
ESC1602: Environmental Economics 
ESC1603: Human Population and Urbanization 
ESC1604: Environmental Law 
ESC1605: Remote Sensing and GIS 
ESC1606: Environmental Impact 
ESC1607: Environmental Chemistry 
ESC1609: Water Resource Management 
ESC1610: Environmental Geology 
ESC1612: Forest Resource Management 
Non-Academic Staff 
Mr. T. M. K. Appiah Administrative Assistant 
Mr. K. Okpoti Driver 
VOLTA BASIN RESEARCH PROJECT 
OVERVIEW 
Research Fellows of the Volta Basin Research Project have continued with their 
basic individual research and extension activities in the Volta Basin. The three 
multidisciplinary projects being undertaken namely : Water quality . 
Schistosomiasis and HIV / AIDS in the Afram arm of the Volta River sponsored by 
Ministry of Water Resources Works and Housing/DANIDA; Homestead Crab Culture 
and Volta Clam Galatea paradoxa (Born 1778) receiving support from Ministry of 
Food and Agriculture are all near completion. Fellows ofVBRP have also continued 
with teaching and research activities in their Departments to which they are 
aSSigned. 
Mr. B. D. Ofori was at North Carolina State University (NCSU) under the 
International Student Exchange Programme (ISEP) between University of Ghana 
and North Carolina State University. Whiles there. he undertook some courses 
and reviewed relevant literature in advancement of his PhD Programme at 
University of Ghana. 
Mrs. Dzidzo Yirenya-Tawiah also went on attachment for 11 weeks to partiCipate 
in the Graduate Exchange Programs in HIV / AIDS for African Commonwealth 
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Countries at the Univer~ity of Guelph. Canada from 28th February to 20th May 
2006. 
Mr. Jesse Ayivor a Research Fellow attached to the Department of Geography and 
Resource Development is on study 'leave at Ohio University. Athens. USA. 
STAFFING POSITION 
One new Research Fellow (Mr. D. K. Atsu) was appointed to VBRP and attached to 
the Department of Oceanography and Fisheries to fulfill his teaching obligation. 
During the 2005/2006 academic years. VBRP had staff strength of24. made up of: 
Associate Professors 2 (one on post retirement contract) 
Senior Research Fellow 1 
Research Fellows 11 
Chief Technician 1 
Technicians/Research Asst. 6 
Secretarial Staff 4 
Drivers 2 
Teaching 
VBRP Research Fellows continued to teach academic courses and supervise 
students dissertations/thesis in their various Departments of attachment as 
indicated below: 
Amatekpor. J. K. (Department of Soil Science) 
SOIL301: Management of Soil Environment 1 
SOIL 303: Soil Characterization and Classification 
SOIL 403: Soil Genesis. Survey and Land-Use Planning 
SOIL 630: Seminars I & II 
Supervised two Graduate Students and one Undergraduate Student 
Amoah. C. M. (Department of Botany) 
BOTN 414: Economic Botany (2 Credits) 
Supervised one Environmental Science Graduate research Student. 
• Co-Supervisor M.Phil Graduate Research student in the Department of 
Bioresource Engineering. Mc Gill University Canada. 
Member. M.Phil Supervisory Committee. Department of Botany. 
Member. M.Phil Supervisory Committee. Environmental Science Programme 
Darpaah. G. A. (Department of Oceanography and Fisheries) 
On Sabbatical Leave 
Gordon. C. (Department of Zoology) 
On Sabbatical Leave 
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Ofori. B. D. (Department of Geography and Resource Development) 
Was on study leave at North Carolina State University. U.S.A. during the academic 
year under review. 
Annang. T. Y. (Department of Botany) 
BIOL 101: Interactions in Nature 
BIOL 202: Introductory to Cell Biology 
BOTN 433: Freshwater Biology 
BOTN 434: Watershed Management 
Yirenya-Tilwiah. D. R. (Department of Zoology) 
60 1: Biology of Parasi tes 
Addo. S. (Department of Oceanography and Fisheries) 
OCFS 328: Fish Diseases and Pathology 
Koranteng. S. S. (Department of Botany) 
BioI. 101: Interactions in Nature 
BioI. 104: Plant Growth and Development 
RESEARCH AND EXTENSION 
Amatekpor. J. K. 
• Detailed Reconnaissance Soil Survey of a 532km2 Unmapped Area of the 
Afram PI;ains District, East of Tease and South of Mimkyemfere. 
Genesis and Classification of Two Pan Soils in the Lower Volta Basin. 
• External Assessor of Promotional Papers for CSIR and KNUST 
Reviewer of Scientific Papers for Publication in (a) West Africa Journal of 
Applied Ecology (h) Ghana Journal of Agriculture Science. 
• Provided pedological data on specific areas in Ghana as requested by 
researchers and farmers. 
Amoah.C. 
• Water Sources and Quality. Schistosomiasis and HIV / AIDS in the Afram 
area. 
Development and Culturing of Volta Clams Galatiaparadoxa. 
Bacteriological quality of fresh. preserved and processed clams Galatea 
paradoxa and its public health implications. 
Sources and quality of water within the Volta Basin. 
Sensitivity of some selected bacteria to some commonly used antibiotics. 
Annang. T. Y. 
Coordinated Studies on Schistosomiasis and HIV / AIDS in the Afram arm of 
the Volta river. 
Member of team that undertook and completed Environmental and Social 
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Impact Assessment (ESIA) ,of the Bui Hydro-Electric Project 
Yirenya-Tawiah. D. R. 
Continued work on Genital Schistosomiasis and HIV / AIDS in the Volta 
Basin. 
Applying voluntary counseling and testing in non-classical HIV research. 
HIV educational activities with the REACH THE CHILDREN. 
Women's health promotion with Glofound development organisation. 
Addo. S. 
Homestead crab culture in the Lower Volta. 
Koranteng. S. S. 
Role of Water-related activities in the prevalence of STDs in young females: 
A case study of South Kwahu and Fanteakwa Districts of Ghana. 
Part of a team carrying out a research on 'Water quality. Schistosomiasis 
and HIV / AIDS in the Afram Plains of the Volta Basin. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Amatekpor. J. K. 
Amatekpor. J .K.. 2005: Report on the detailed-reconnaissance soil survey of 
the area east of Tease and south of Mimkyemfere in the Afram Plains 
District. Prepared for MASDARlnternational Consultants. UK/MOFA, Accra. 
Amatekpor. J .K .. 2005: Soils of the Afram Plains District MASDAR 
International Consultants. UK/MOFA, Accra. 
Amoah. C. M. 
Amoah. C. M .. Odamtteen. G. T. and Longmartey. H. (2004). 
• Sensitivity of Escherichia coli. Klebsiella pneumoniae and nine other bacteria 
species isolated from drinking water from the Lower Volta river to some 
commonly used antibiotics. Ghana J. Sc. 44. 47-57 
Amoah. C. M. (2006) 
A ten-year survey of the sources and quality of drinking water in the lower 
Volta Basin. (1996-2006). In preparation. 
Amoah. C. M .• Ofori-Danson. P.K.. (2006) 
Development of the Volta Clam Galatea paradoxa fishery for sustainable 
livelihood in the Volta river downstream. Submitted to Legon Journal of 
Science. 
Yirenya-Tawiah. D. R. Yirenya-Tawiah. D. R.; Amoah C. M .. Bosompen. K. M. 
Annang and B. D. Ofori .. (2006) 
Genital Schistomiasis and Sexually transmitted infections in the Upper Volta 
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Basin. Presented at the Sixth Annual Research Meeting. NMIMR. 19th - 2151 
September. 2006. . 
Addo S .• A.K. Annah. J. Rokicki. E. Skorkowski. S. Addo: 
• Environmental influence on infestation of the parasitic copepod. Ergasilus 
latus Fryer. 1960 in Sarotherodon melanotheron (Cichlidae). from coastal 
lagoons of Ghana. (unpublished 
Addo S .• G. A. Darpaah. A. K. Annah and J. Cobson-Cobbold: (2006) 
Growth and Fecundity of the Lagoon Land Crab. Cardiosoma armatum 
(HERKLOTS. 1851) in the Volta Estuary. Journal of Legon S<:ience Vol. (1). 
VBRP Technical Reports 
Darpaah. G. A.. Annah. A. K.. Cobblah. M. A .. S. Addo. S. Ababio. E. Lamptey. E. N. 
Tetteh (2005). 
• Use of Macrofaunal Inv~rtebrates as Indicators of Environmental Purity in 
Large Scale Development Projects; the case of the West African Gas Pipeline 
Project. Journal ofG hana Science Association. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Amatekpor. J. K. 
Afram Plains Agricultural Development Study. Phase 2 Seminar Organised 
by MASDAR. UK/MOFA. Accra. 31 51 March 2005. 
Open Forum on the Construction of the Bui Darn. Organised by Environmental 
Resources Management (ERM). UK/Ministry of Energy. Ghana. Accra. April 
24-25. 2006. 
Amoah.C.M. 
Resource Person. Annual Joint Donors conference in Harmonising 
Approaches in Water and Sanitation delivery Alisa Hotel Accra 15th - 16th 
November. 2005. 
Chairperson. Workshop on: A Decade of Community Water and Sanitation 
Delivery July 11-162005. 
Sixth Annual Research Meeting Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research. Legon 19-21 September. 2006. 
Ylrenya-Tawiah. D.R . 
• The 1 st African. Caribbean HIV / AIDS summit held in Toronto on the 28th -
29th of April. 2006. 
• Gender. Child Survival and HIV / AIDS. (Toronto) 7th - 9th of May. 2006 where 
I participated in a gender analysis training workshop. 
Women in Science Workshop (Guelph). March. 2006. 
Six Annual Research Meeting. Noguchi Memorial Institute of Medical 
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Research. 19th - 21st September. 2006. 
Addo.S. 
• Training course in Aquaculture and Fish Health. Ministry of Fisheries (MOFI), 
Accra. Aug. 14-25.2006 
• Training course in Medical Virology. Dept. of Virology Noguchi memorial 
Institute for Medical research (NMIMR) College of Health Sciences (CHS). 
University of Ghana. Legon. Jul. 10-Aug. 9. 2006 
• Stakeholders' Conference on Ghana's Aquaculture Development Potentia\, 
Ministry of Information Conference Room. Accra. Jan. 27. 2006 
Stakeholders' Conference on Ecosystem Based Approach to Coastal 
Management in Ghana. British Council Hall. Accra . Jan. 11. 2006 
• Second International Conference on Coastal Zones of Sub-Saharan Africa. 
British Council hall. Accra. Ghana. Nov. 7-9. 2005 
Workshop on Management of Coastal and Wetland Resources. Winneba. 
Ghana. REDO/SU/SSC/UNDPAug. 8-10. 2005. 
• National Stakeholders Consultation Workshop on Aquaculture Strategic 
Framework Development for Ghana held at Winneba. Ghana . Ministry of 
Food and Agriculture (MOFA)/FAO. Aug. 3-4. 2005 
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FACULlY OF SOCIAL STUDIES 
DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
During the 2005/2006 Academic year. the Department of Archaeology met its 
primary responsibilities of providing teaching. research and extension services. 
The department initiated a plan to revise its academic programme in order to be 
more responsive to the development interests of Ghana. It. therefore organized. 
for the first time. an international conference on Archaeology and Heritage 
Management at the British Council Hall from August 9 to 11. 2006. In collaboration 
with the Techiman Traditional Council. the department organized a field school 
at Techiman for senior undergraduate students. who were provided with practical 
training for 10 days. All students of the department were also offered opportunities 
to experience field archaeology. The department also introduced noon-talks on 
Fridays. which were highly patronized by students and staff. 
While Dr. Yaw Bredwa-Mensah and Mr. Brempong Osei-Tutu remained on a two-
year sabbatical leave. and a two-year study leave respectively. the services of one 
new academic staff. Mr. William Narteh Gblerkpor. was employed by the university. 
COURSES OFFERED 
A wide range of 22 undergraduate and 11 graduate courses was offered in the 
department. 
STUDENTS NUMBERS 
The enrolment of students in the various academic programmes in the Department 
was as follows: 
Level 100 437 
Level 200 417 
Level 300 236 
Level400 29 
M.Phii I 4 
M.Phii II 4 
ToW 1.127 
STAFF 
Full-time academic staff comprised:. 
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I Professor (on post-retirement contract) 
4 Senior Lecturers (one on post-retirement contract, one on sabbatical leave. 
and one on study leave) 
5 Lecturers 
Support Staff: 10 
RESEARCH 
Boachie-Ansah. J. 
• Excavated Wodoku and analysed materials from the excavations 
Excavated Fort Amsterdam. Abanze. Central Region 
Directed the Techiman Archaeological Project 
Anquandah J .R. 
• Continued as Co-ordinator. Research Committee of the National Slave Route 
Project and was FaCilitator/Resource Person for the organization of the 
international conference on the theme "The Trans -Atlantic Slave Trade: 
Landmarks. Legacies and Expectations". 
• Served as a Co-ordinator for the Website of the National Commission on 
Culture 
Okoro.J.A 
• Archaeological and cultural impact assessment research at Eastern Nzema 
Archaeological research in the Bimbilla District 
Continued with the Salaga Archaeological Research Project 
Kankpeyeng. B. W. 
Undertook Archaeological Research at Tongo-Tengzng in the Upper East 
Region. 
Komaland Archaeological Research Project 
Kpaliworgu Archaeological Research in Upper West Region 
Nkumban. S.N. 
Komaland Archaeological Research Project 
Public Policy and Archaeology in Ghana 
Gavua. K. 
Continued with research into Slavery and Social Transformation in the Volta 
Basin of Ghana 
Completed research on Value of Funerals in Ghana 
Completed Ethnoarchaeological research on Fishing and Social Formation 
Processes along the Volta Lake in the Kpando District. 
Undertook research on Colonial Monuments at Kpando 
Continued with research on Archaeology and Tourism in Ghana 
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Gblerkpor. W.N. 
Krobo Hill Archaeological Project 
CONFERENCES. SEMINARS. WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Boachie-Ansah J. 
Colloquium on Early Accra. 1300-1800. 20th -22nd October. 2004. Institute 
of African Studies. University of Ghana. 
Anquandah J .R. 
Colloquium on Early Accra. 1300-1800. 20th-22nd October. 2004. Institute of 
African Studies. University of Ghana. 
Presented a paper at the Conference on "Archaeology' and Heritage 
Management in Ghana" held at British Council in August 2006. 
Paper entitled "The state of Archaeological Research in Ghana - an overview." 
Extra-mural services 
Appointed by UNESCO International Scientific Committee on the Slave Route. 
January. 2006. 
Continued to serve as Chairman/Member of the Scientific/Editorial 
Committee of the Website of the Ghana National Commission on Culture 
(www.ghanaculture.gov.gh) . 
Gavua.K. 
Workshop on the Interpretation of African Artifacts at the British Museum. 
May 4-15. 2006. 
Conference Archaeology and Heritage Management in Ghana at the British 
Council Hall. August 9-11. 2006. 
Gblerkpor. W.N. 
Archaeology and Heritage Management in Ghana (9-11 th August. 2006. Accra. 
Ghana) 
Regional Trainers Training Workshop on "The Photographic Archives. 
Museums collections Management and their Accessibility to t11e public" 
(11 th-23rd September. 2006. Dakar. Senegal) 
• Workshops on Photography and Management of photographic Archives. 
(October. 2006. Accra). 
PUBLICATIONS 
Anquandah J .R. 
• Editor of the Proceedings of the International Conference on t he Trans-Atlantic 
Slave Trade - Landmarks. Legacies. Expectation (held) in Accra 2004) currently 
in Press to be published by Sub-Saharan Publishers for Ministry of Tourism 
and Diaspora Relations. 
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Published Article entitled "The Accra Plains c.AD.1400-18 - an overview of 
trade. politics and culture from the perspective of historical archaeology" in 
Monograph of Legon Institute of African Studies Proceedings oj2004 Colloquium 
onEarlyAccra. Edited by Prof. M.E. Kropp-Dakubu P.I-20. 
Gavua.K 
An Intercultural ' Perspective on Ghana. Portales. The Scopcraeft Press. 
2006 
• "The Cultural Context of Economic Development in Ghana: Preliminary 
Observations" . Journal ofEl1vironment and Culture. Vol 2. No 2. pp. 93-104. 
2005. 
"Oppression and Struggles for Freedom in Northern Eweland of Ghana" . In 
Agorsah. E.K. and Childs. T.G. Aftica andAftican Diaspora: Cultural Adaptations 
and Resistance. 2005. Bloomington. Authorhouse. 
Boachie-Ansah. J 
"Rescue Excavations at Ladoku. Eastern Accra Plains. Ghana". Journal of 
Environment and Culture. Vo13. No 1. pp. 27-55. 2006. 
"Preliminary Reporty on Excavations Conducted in January 2005 at Wodoku. 
East Legon. Ghana" NyameAkuma. No. 65. pp. 12-17.2006 
Kankpeyeng. B.W. 
Tongo-Tengzuk: Traditional Conservation Practices. ICC ROM Conservation 
Studies 2: 15-21.2005. 
Fieldwork at Tongo-Tengzug. Nyame Akuma 64:16-23. Co-authors: Timothy 
Insoll and Rachel Maclean. 2005 
Gblerkpor. W.N. 
"An Archaeological Investigation at the Krobo Mountain Settlement Site". 
Nyame Akuma 65: 18-23.2006 
DEPARTMENT ECONOMICS 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Economics of the Faculty of Social Studies. like many other 
Departments in the University. is a teaching and research department that has 
over the years produced the manpower needs to serve Public. Private and 
International Institutions. 
The Department offers the Bachelor's and Master of Philosophy degrees in 
Economics and a Master of Arts in Economic Policy Management. It has a Senior 
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Lecturer as Head of Department. one Associate Professor. five senior lecturers. 
sixteen lecturers. six senior staff and four junior staff. The numbers of students 
at the department continue to increase over the years but. unfortunately. the 
academic facilities remain the same. Currently. the department has one thousand 
nine hundred and fourteen students at the Undergraduate level (1914) and eighty 
seven (87) students at the Post Graduate level. 
The long-term vision of the Department is to increase the level of academic 
activities at both degree and non-degree levels. Towards this goal. a structural 
expansion programme was embarked upon in December 2002 with an on-going 
construction of an annex to the Department (The Annex). Part of the proposed 
building is currently housing the Master of Arts Economic Policy Management(EPM) 
Programme. When completed. it will contain offices for lecturers. a ·library. 
computer and conference centre. Traditionally. the Department had one of the 
highest staff turnovers among lecturers because of unsatisfactory conditions of 
service in a competitive world. However. the situation seems to stabilize with 
the interest being shown by a young generation of lecturers to join and. hopefully. 
remain in the Department. It is anticipated that. if conditions and facilities 
improve markedly in the near term. especially with the establishment of a 
reputable School of Economics. experienced lecturers and professors will be 
retained and/or attracted to the establishment. 
In addition to its undergraduate and graduate programmes. the department 
services other departments/establishments of the University. Two graduate 
courses and three undergraduate courses offered by the Department of 
Agricultural Economics. College of Agriculture and Consumer SCien,fes are taught 
by the Department. Faculty members are entreated to teach and examine in 
other departments and institutions in the University as well as sister Universities 
in the country. Cases in point are Legon Centre for International Affairs. Regional 
Institute for Population Studies. Institute of Adult Education. the Accra City Campus 
of the University of Ghana. and the University of Cape Coast. 
COURSES OFFERED 
Level 100 
Introductions to Economics I &II 
Level 200 
Elements of Economics I & II. 
Elements of Mathematics for Economists I. 
Elements of Statistics for Economists II. 
Economy of Ghana I & II. 
Level 300 
Microeconomics I & II. Macroeconomics I & II. 
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Applied Mathematics for Economists, 
Applied Statistics for Economists, 
Economic Development & Growth I & II. 
Level 400 
Economic theory I & II, 
Econometrics I & II, Cost Benefit Analysis I, 
Project Work, 
International Economics I & II, 
Industrial Economics I & II, 
Public Finance I & II, 
Agricultural Economics I & II, 
Labour Economics 1& II and Money and Banking I & II. 
Post graduate level 600 
Microeconomics I & II, 
Macroeconomics I & II, 
Quantitative 
Methods I & II, 
International Economics I & II, 
Monetary Economics I & II and Environmental Economics, 
Public Finance I &II 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 100 460 
Level 200 499 
Level 300 523 (This number includes students from Agric. Econs) 
Level 400 432 (This number includes students from Agric. Econs) 
Postgraduate Level 
M.Phil (Economics) I 33 (This number includes Ten students from 
Agric. Econs) 
MPhil (Economics) II 19 
MA (Economic Policy Mgt) 35 
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Staffing Position 
The breakdown of staff at post was: Male Female 
Associate Professor 1 1 
Senior Lecturers 5 4 1 
Lecturers 17 16 1 
Senior Staff 6 5 1 
Junior Staff 3 3 
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Four lecturers. namely Messrs. L.B. Boakye-Yiadom. E. Nketia-Amponsah. 
Bernadin Senadza and Ms. Judith Amoo are on study leave. Professor A. Baah-
Nuakoh is on sabbatical leave. Professor E.K. Kutsoati of Tufts University in the 
United States has joined the Department as a Visiting Professor for one semester. 
Ms Abena Oduro. who resigned some time ago. has rejoined the Department as 
Senior Lecturer. There is also one part-time lecturer. Additionally. the Department 
enjoys occasional lectures by some of its former lecturers and well-selected guest 
speakers on topical development issues. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS/PUBLICATIONS 
During the year under consideration the following lecturers undertook the following 
research activities: 
Tsikata. G. K. 
"Challenges of Economic Growth in a Liberal Economy" In Kwame Boafo-
Arthur (ed): One Decade of Liberal Growth. ZED Publishers. London. 
Codjoe. E. A. 
• "Child Labour Productivity and Wages: Case Study of Coastal Fishing andLocaL 
Restaurants in Ghana" (2005), Legon Journal oj International Affairs. Vo1.2: 
No.2. with Augustine Gockel. Kojo Sena and E. Nketiah-Amponsah. 
"Income Distribution and Poverty" (2005), in Globalisation. Employment and 
Poverty Reduction: A Case Study ojGhana. Edited by Ernest Aryeetey. Legon. 
Accra: Institute of Statistical. SOCial and Economic Research. With Ernest 
Aryeetey. 
Twerefou. D. K. 
Twerefou. D.K .. Baah-Nuakoh. A. and Turkson F.E .. "Baseline Study on 
Compliance oj the Ghana Business Code" A Research project undertaken for 
the Business Sector Program Support (BSPS) of the Banish International 
Development Agency. September 2006. 
Twerefou. D.K.. Osei Kwadwo E. 'ahd Turkson. E.F. (2007) "Labour Market 
Flexibility and Employment and Income SecurityjorGhana". Working Paper 1/ 
2007. Employment Policy Working Paper Series. International Labour 
Organization. Geneva. 
Twerefou. D.K.. and Kwabi Nimo. (2005) "The Impacts ojMacroeconomic Risks 
on Asset Pricing in Ghana" in African Development Review. VoU7 No.1. April 
2005. Blackwell pp.l168-19. 
Agyire-Tettey. F. 
Why Interest Rate Spreads are High in Ghana. Submitted to Ghana Social 
Science Journal for publication. 
Fiscal Policy and Private Investment in Ghana (A Research Paper Presented 
at the 3rd African Finance Journal Conference from 12th - 13th July. 2006), 
Co-Author. 
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Real Exchange Rate Volatility on International Trade Flows (A Research Paper 
Presented at the 3rd African Finance Journal.Conference from 12th - 13th 
July, 2006). 
Osei-Assibey, E. 
Environmental Sustainability and Poverty Reduction in Ghana, in the book 
entitled: Growth and Poverty Reduction Strategy: Lessons and Perspectives" 
edited by Joe Amoako-Tuffour, Published by Lexington Books, Washington. 
USA, 2006. 
Baah-Boateng, W. 
"Employment Policies for Sustainable Dev elopement: The Experience of 
Ghana" published in The Ghanaian Banker. Journal of The Chartered Institute 
of Bankers (GH), 1st Quarter, Jan - Mar, 2006 Vol. lISSN 0855 -13401. 
"Youth and Economic Development", A background paper submitted to United 
Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) in Addis Ababa for the 
Fifty African Development Forum (ADF-V) on 16-18 November 16-18 
November, 2006. 
With Ernest Aryeetey, "Growth, Investment and Employment in Ghana" 
submitted to International Labour Office as part of Country Studies on Policy 
Coherence Initiative on 'Growth. Investment and Employment:.. 
"Macroeconomic Framework for Poverty Reduction and Employment 
Generation for the Youth and Women in West Africa", A Research Paper 
submitted to the West African Office of the United Nations Economic 
Commission for Africa (UNECA) Niamey. 
DEPARTMENT OF GEOGRAPHY AND RESOURCE DEVEWPMENT 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continues to provide leadership and academic excellence in 
Geography and Resource Development. It also enjoys increasingly high patronage 
from undergraduate and graduate students. Projects based in the Department as 
well as Laboratory facilities continue to assist in building capacity of students 
and staff in teaching and research. There is, however, need for field equipment 
including a 33 seater vehicle to enhance pr~ctical training of students, office 
space for new staff, space for laboratory work and more computers for mapping 
science and Geographic Information Systems as well as for graduate studies and 
research. Computing facilities for undergraduate studies are non-existent in 
the Department. 
COURSES 
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The Department successfully offered courses at BA. M.Phil and Ph.D levels in 
such areas as Climatology. Geomorphology. Remote Sensing/GIS. Rural Resources 
Development. Cartography. Transportation. Gender Studies. Historical Geography. 
Urban Studies and Regional Development etc. Senior Members in the Department 
are active in research and extension activities. also in these areas (as indicated 
in appendices A to C). The following projects. administered by lecturers in the 
Department. experienced good progress during the academic year: 
SLaM See Appendix A 
GORTMAN PROJECT See Appendix B 
FADEP See Appendix C 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Category Number 
Undergraduates 2003/2004 2004/2005 2005/2006 
Year 1 (Level 100) 373 425 342 
Year 1 (Level 200) 29 13 
Year 2 (Level 200) 327 395 396 
Year 3 (Level 300) 213 257 322 
Year 4 (Level 400) 176 178 230 
Graduates 
M.Phil: 17 12 9 
Ph.D 9 5 
Foreign Students 21 25 25 
Total 1165 1297 1337 
STAFF POSITION 
During 2005/2006 academic year there were sixteen (19) Senior Members. five 
(5) Senior Staff and seven (7) Junior Staff at post under the headship of Professor 
Alex B. Asiedu. There were 3 part-time lecturers to supplement teaching. 
The breakdown of the teaching staff is as follows: 
8 Professors 
1 AsSOCiate Professor 
4 Senior lecturers 
4 Lecturers 
1 Assistant Lecturer 
1 Research Fellow 
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RESEARCH 
Asiedu. A. B. 
• Currently involved in the NUFU's New Faces of Poverty Project in Ghana 
(2003-2007) 
Involved in ISSER/USAID Land Reform Project. 2005-2007. 
Geo-information applications for the Management of off-reserve tree 
resources in the Goaso District in the Brong Ahafo Region (funded by the 
Tropenbos International Group of the Netherlands). 2004-2006 
Research on Gated Communities in the Accra-Tema Metropolis. 
Yankson. P.W.K. 
Decentralization and Poverty Reduction in the Gomoa District. Central Region 
(NUFU Funded) 
Rural-Urban Dynamics in a Globalizing World: Changing livelihood and 
Settlement Patterns in Frontier Regions of Ghana (DANIDA Funded) 
Participated in ISSER Land Tenure and Land Policy Research (Small Grant 
Project Titled: Access to Land, Tenure Security and Growth in the Urban 
and Peri-Urban Informal Economy (USAID Funded). 
Bening. R.B. 
International and Administrative boundaries of Ghana 
International Boundaries and regional Integration in Africa 
Songsore. J. 
Environmental Health Watch and Disaster Monitoring in the Greater Accra 
Metropolitan Area (GAMA), 2005. 
Addressing Water and Sanitation Deficiencies in Low-Income Setting: 
Narrowing the Gap between Global Rhetoric and Local Action. 
Ardayfio-Scbandorf. E. 
Was leader of research focused on socio-economic study of off-reserve forest 
management in the Goaso Forest District. This project was in collaboration 
with ICT Netherlands and Freiberg University 
Carried research on consensual unions in Ghana and Changing families in 
Ghana. 
Female porters in Accra 
Household energy utilization in Ghana. 
Gyasi. E.A. 
Research focused on agricultural and rural development dynamics and 
management of agrodiversity and land resources. Mainly it proceeded under 
the Ghana Government project. Sustainable La.nd. ManagementJor Mitigating 
Land Degradation, Enhancing Agricultural Biodiversity and Reducing Poverty 
(SLaM) in Ghana, which is funded mainly by the GEF and technically 
backstopped by the UNDP. 
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Member. team of scientists canying out work on the ISSER-USAlD Study on 
Land Tenure and Policy Reform in Ghana. 
Member. team that carried out the Ghanaian ·Case study on capacity 
Development for Implementation of the Bonn Guidelines on 'Access to 
Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of the Benefits Arising 
from their Utilization' in Africa-. for IBBIS (institute of Biodiversity and 
biotechnology Initiatives and Services) on behalf of UNEP. 
Awadzi. T.W. 
Research on Harmattan dust continued. Dust was collected at 8 stations 
spread over the ecological zones of Ghana. This research is in its sixth year 
after which the physical as well as the chemical composition oft he harmattan 
dust will be determined. 
Research into the role of termites in soil formation in the moist semi-
deciduous forest zone of Ghana was continued. 
Kufogbe. S.K. 
Remote Sensing. Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Information 
Communications Technology UC11 applications 
Contamination of Water Resources in the Wassa West District": SARTARK 
Project of research collaboration between the Swedish Agency for Research 
Collaboration (SIDA/SAREC). the Division of Land and Water Resources 
Engineering (KTH). Sweden and Department of Geography and Resources 
Development. University of Ghana. Legon. (2004-2006) 
Awumbila. M. 
Globalisation. Gender Equity . Rural Livelihoods and Land Tenure Reforms 
in Ghana 
Land Tenure and Land Policy reform in Ghana 
Changing Faces of Poverty in Ghana - migration. gender and poverty in Ghana 
Agyei-Mensah. S. 
Energy. Air Pollution and Health Inequality in Accra (funded by the National 
Science Foundation. USA) 
Care-giving in the context of the HIV / AIDS epidemic in the Manya Krobo 
District of Ghana ( financed by NUFU) 
Poverty and HIV / AIDS in the Tema Municipality (funded by NUFU) 
Mobility and Livelihoods in Nima. Accra (funded by NUFU) 
Place Promotion and Urban Change in Cape Coast and Accra 
Ethnic Diversity of the Population of Accra 
Reading Through the Landscapes of Private Hospitals in Ghana 
Attua. E.M. 
Geoinformation applications for off-reserve tree management in Goaso 
District. Ghana- sponsored by Tropenbos International. the Netherlands. 
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Poverty and socio-economic consequences of Buruli Ulcer (Mycobacterium 
ulcerans) infection in the Ga West District of Ghana - sponsored by NUFU. 
Norway, 
Sustainable Land Management for Mitigating Land Degradation. Enhancing 
Agricultural Biodiversity and Reducing Poverty (SLaM) in Ghana - sponsored 
by UNDP /GEF /Government of Ghana, 
Koku.J.E. 
FORMAS / Sida- funded Study on Restructuring ojt he Water Utility Sector in Ghana. 
(Ref:2005-919-3020-l8), Collaborative research involving Prof. J -E. 
Gustafsson of the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). Stockholm. Sweden. 
• IDRC/RITC(Canada) funded study on 'Sustaining Tobacco Control through 
Altemative Livelihoods in Ghana:', (Ref: 103330-025). Collaborative research 
involving partners from the Consumer Concerns Initiative (CCI. Ghana), 
(2005) 
Contamination oJWater Resources in the Tarkwa Mining Area oJGhana: Linking 
Technical. Socio·Economic and Gender Dimensions (Ref: SWE-2003-245). Sida/ 
SAREC-funded collaborative research involving scientists from the Royal 
Institute of Technology (KTH), Stockholm. Sweden. (2004) 
Yaro.J.A 
Rural Development: Livelihoods. Food Security. Environmental Degradation. 
and Land Tenure Issues, 
EXTENSION AND OTHER ACTIVITIES 
Asiedu. AB. 
External Examiner. GIMPA 
Chairman. National Accreditation Board's Visitation Team on Tourism and 
Hospitality to selected Tertiary institutions 
Chairman. Finance and Investment Project Team. Ministry of Tourism and 
Modernization of the Capital City/JICA Project 
Yankson, P.W.K. 
External Examiner. University of Botswana 
President. Ghana Geographical Association 
Bening. R.B. 
Member. Board of Governors. African Centre for Contemporary Studies 
Member. Governing Council, Premier Institute of Law Enforcement and 
Management Administration (PILEMA). Ghana 
Consulting Editor. Journal of Creativity and SCientific Studies 
Gyasi. E.A 
Co-ordinating Leader, PLEC-Ghana (Ghana sub-cluster of the United Nations 
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University Project on 'People. Land Management and Ecosystem Conservation, 
- UNU/PLEC') 
Member, Steering Committee, 'Fonnulation ojA gril:ultural Land Management 
Policy', Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Accra 
Member. Advisory Committee. USAID-sponsored 'Land Tenure and Policy 
Rejonn Research Project'. ISSER. University of Ghana. Legon 
Member, Akuapem Campus Implementation Committee, Presbyterian 
University College, 
Board Member. Akuapem CF (Community Foundation) 
Chairman. Academic Planning Committee. Akuapem Campus of the 
Presbyterian University College, 
National Co-ordinator. Ghana Government-GEF-UNDP Project, 'Sustainable 
Land Management for Mitigating Land Degradation, Enhancing Agricultural 
Biodiversity and Reducing Poverty (SlaM) in Ghana' 
Member. Technical Experts commissioned to review 'Concept Notes for the 
Climate Change Adaptation in Africa Research and Capacity Development 
(CCAA) Programme', lDRC (International Development Research Centre). 
Canada. 
Global Author. 'International Assessment ojA gril:ultural Science and Technology 
jor Development (lAASTD). The World Bank. Washington. DC 
Kufogbe. S.K. 
Ghana's GIS Consultant: UNIDO/GCLME Project (2006) 
Member: University of Ghana Integrated Tertiary Software (ITS) 
Implementation Committee (2006) 
Departmental Representative: Accra Working Group on Urban and Peri-Urban 
(UPA) Agriculture Programme of RUAF /IWMI (2005-2006) 
Coordinator: University of Ghana Distance Education Programme in 
Geography and Resource Development (2006) 
Departmental Representative: International Seminars on Agriculture and 
Rural Development (A collaborative project involving University of Ghana. 
Sokoine University of Agriculture and University of Nairobi, and the 
University of Guelph 
Awumbila. M. 
Member, Steering Committee of the Gender and Geography Commission of 
the International Geographical Union (IGU) 
Member, National Council for Tertiary Education (NCTE) 
Member. Board of Ghana Statistical Service 
Member, National Advisory Council of World Vision, Ghana 
Chairperson, Ford Foundation International Fellowship programme (IFP) 
Selection Committee (2005/2006 scholarships) 
Member. NDPC Gender Mainstreaming Technical Committee on GPRS II 
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Agyei-Mensah. S. 
• Coordinator. NUFU (Norway) Project on the New Faces of Poverty in Ghana 
2003-2007. Department of Geography and Resource Development. 
Department of Geography and Tourism. University of Cape Coast 
• External Examiner. Department of Geography and Tourism University of Cape 
Coast, 2005. 2006 
External Assessor MPhil Theses from the Department of Geography and 
Tourism. University of Cape Coast 
• Assistant Editor. Bulletin of the Ghana Geographical Association 
Member. Tutorial Board Legon Hall 
Member. International Advisory Board. Population Environment Research 
network. IUSSP 
• Reviewed articles for Population Space and Place. John Wiley and Sons. UK; 
Norwegian Joumal ofG eography. Taylor and Francis. Norway. 
Koku.J.E. 
• Member of Panel engaged by the National Accreditation Board (MOE) to assess 
the BSe Environmental and Natural Resources Management programme of the 
Presbyterian University College. Akwapim Campus. 27th January. 2006. 
Member of Consultancy Team engaged by Ghana Water Company to 
undertake Environmental Impact Assessment (ElA) for the expansion/ 
rehabilitation of water supply networks for the Mankesim Area in the Central 
Region. November/December. 2006. 
Member of Team charged with the responsibility to design a Bachelors 
Degree programme in Environment and Development Studies for the Central 
University College. Accra. 2006 
Member: Editorial Board. Handbook of Sustainability Research. Technical 
University of Hamburg-Harburg. Germany. Peter Lang SCientific Publishers. 
(2005). See: http://www.projekte.org/handbook/participation.html 
PUBLICATIONS 
Asiedu. Alex B. 
Asiedu. A.B. (2005): "Manufacture and Sale of Tourism Handicrafts as a Pro-
Poor Tourism Development Strategy in Ghana: Some Initial Reflections" in 
Awusabo-Asare eds. (2006) "'The Changing Faces ofP overty in Ghana" Workshop 
Proceedings. University of Cape Coast. December. pp 17 -24 
Asiedu. A.B. (2005) "Urbanization and Fertility Change in Ghana: A Macro-
level Analysis. In Agyei-Mensah. S .. Casterline. J.B. and Agyemang. D.K. 
(eds): Reproductive Change in Ghana: Recent Patterns and Future Prospects. 
University of Ghana. pp.47-58. 
Yankson. P.W.K. 
Yankson. P.w.K.. 2006: Urbanization. Industrializati.on and National Development: 
ChaUenges and Prospects of Economic Reform and Globalization (Inaugural 
208 
Lecturer Delivered on March 27.2003) University of Ghana Press (ISBN:9946-
3-0346-7) pp46 
Gough. K.V. and Yankson. P.W.K. 2005: Conflicts and Cooperation in 
Environmental Management in Peri-Urban Accra. in McGregor. D.; Simon. 
D.; and Thompson. D. (eds) Peri-Urban Interface: Approaches to Sustainable 
Natural and Human Resource Use. London. Earthscan pp.196-21 0 (ISBN 13: 
978-1-84407-188-3) 
Moller-Jensen. L .. Kofie. RY. and Yankson. P.W.K. 2005: Large Area Urban 
Growth Observation - A Hierarchical Kernel Approach Based on Image 
Texture. DanishJoumalojGeography. 105 (2) pp.39-47. 
Yankson. P.W.K. Kofie. RY. and Moller-Jensen. L.. 2005: Monitoring Urban 
Growth: Urbanization of the Fringe Areas of Accra. Bulletin of Ghana 
Geographical Association. No. 24 pp. 1-13. 
Akwasi Kumi-Kyereme. Yankson. P.W.K. and Thomi. W. 2005: Community 
Participation in the Implementation of Ghana's Decentralization Policy. 
Bulletin ojGhana Geographical Association No. 24 pp. 69-82. 
Songsore. J. 
Jacob Songsore. J.S Nabila. Yvon Yangyuoru et al (2005). State of 
Erwirorunental Health Reportjor the Greater Accra Metropolitan Area 2001 . (Ghana 
Universities Press). pp45. 
With others. 2005. Chapter 27. "Urban Systems". in R Hassan. R Scholes & 
N. Ash(eds). Ecosystems and Human Well-Being. Vol. 1. CWTent State and Trends 
oj the MUlenniwn Ecosystem Assessment. (OISLAND PRESS. Washington. 
London).pp.795-825. 
Ardayfio-Schandorf. E. 
Chapter in Book 
The Family in Ghana: Past and Present Perspectives. In Oheneba-Sakyi. 
Y. and Baffour. K. (2006). African Families at the Turn of the 21" Century. 
Praeger Publishers. Westport. Connecticut. London. 
Editor-Proceedings of the Stakeholders Workshop of Off-reserve Tree 
Management in the Goaso Forest District. 
Consensual Unions in the Western Region: Their Relationship to Violence 
Against Women and Property Rights. Wildaf. Womankind Worldwide. United 
IGngdom. 2006. With Bernice Sam. 
Gyasi. E.A. 
With others. Environmental and Land Tenure Nexus. ISSER Technical 
Publication. Forthcoming 
With others. International Assessment of Agricultural Science and 
Technology for Development (lAASTD). The World Bank. Washington. DC. 
Forthcoming 
Addo.S.T. 
• Addo. S.T. . 2006; Geography. Transport and Development: A Spatial Trinity; 
209 
Ghana Universities Press; Accra; ISBN: 9964-3-0340-8. 27 pages. 
• Addo. S.T. . 2005: "Urban Transport in Ghana and Africa : Problems and 
Solutions". Bulletin of the Ghana Geographical Association. No. 24 pp. l04-
110. 
Awadzi, T.W. 
Madsen H.B. and Awadzi. T.W. 2005: Hannattan dust deposition and particle 
size in Ghana. Catena Vol. 63. pp. 23-38. 
Kufogbe, S.K. 
Kufogbe S.K. . Arnatekpor. J.K. Duadze. S.E. Kodzo.W. and Allotey A. 2004 
"Remote Sensing and GIS application for Land use/cover studies in the Lower 
Volta Basin" : (Forthcoming) . Bulletin of the Ghana Geographical Association. 
Special Edition. No.4 July 2002 
Fiah. K. B .. Kufogbe. S .K. and Nabila. J . "Assessing Primary Health Care 
(pHC) delivery system in the Dangme West District through Geographical 
Infonnation Systems (GIS) . (Forthcoming). Bulletin of the Ghana Geographical 
Association. Special Edition. No.4 July 2002 
Kufogbe. S.K. Coastal Communities (Chapter Four). Chapter in UNEP /UNDP / 
EPA Report "A Status Report: The Marine and Coastal Environment of Ghana 
Kufogbe. S.K. 2006: Draft "GIS Report on The Coastal Zone Of Ghana": Prepared 
for the GCLME/UNIDO Project (Gp/Rfa/04/004/ 17-Cl) 
Kufogbe. S.K. and D.S. Amlalo (2005) "GIS Framework for Harmonizing Spatial 
Data for Integrated Coastal Management of Ghana". Technical Report for 
Regional Workshop on Integrated Coastal Area Management. Calabar. 
Nigeria: 12-16 December 2005 
AwumbUa. M. 
Awumbila. M. (2005) Gender and Fertility Change in GhanCL In Agyei-Mensah . 
S. Casterline. J.B and Agyemeng. D.K. (eds) Reproductive Change in Ghana: 
Recent Patterns and Future Prospects 
Awumbila. M (2006) Developments in Gender and Geography in Sub-Saharan 
A.fricCL Proceedings of the IGU Catalan Geographical Society International 
Seminar. Autonomous University of Barcelona. Spain 
Agyei-Mensah S. 
Agyei-Mensah. Samuel .2006. Fertility Transition in Ghana: Looking Back 
and Looking Forward. Population, Space and Place. 12.461-477. John Wiley 
and Sons. UK. 
Agyei-Mensah. Samuel. 2006. Marketing its Colonial Heritage: A New Lease 
of Life for Cape Coast. Ghana? International Journal of Urban and Regional 
Research. Vol. 30 (3) : 705-16. Blackwell Publishers. U.K. 
Agyei-Mensah. Samuel. 2006. Poverty and HIV Prevalence in Ghana: A 
Geographical Perspective. Geojournal, Vol. 66. No. 4 : 311-324. Springer 
Netherlands. 
210 
Emmanuel Akyeampong and Samuel Agyei-Mensah. 2006. Itinerant Gold 
Mines? Mobility. Sexuality and the Spread of Syphilis and Gonorrhoea in 
20th Century Ghana. In Christine Oppong . Yaa Oppong and Irene Odotei 
(eds.) Sex and Gender in an era of AID. Ghana at the turn of the Millenium. : 
41-58. ISBN 13: 978-9988-550-55-4. 
Attua. E.M. 
Opoku. P. and Attua. E. M. (2006). Local Differentiation of land-use/cover 
change in the Forest-Savannah transition zone of Ghana. Bulletin of the 
Ghana Geographical Association. 24: 90-102 . 
. Ardayfio-Schandorf. E .. P. W. K. Yankson. A. B. Asiedu. S . Agyei-Mensah and 
E. M. Attua (forthcoming). Socio-Economic perspectives of off·reserve forest 
management in the Goaso Forest District of Ghana, Woeli Publishing Services .. 
Accra. 
E. M. Attua (fortcoming) . Demand. Supply and Use of Non-Timber Forest 
Products (NTFPs) and Forest Fringe Communities of the Goaso Forest District. 
In Socia-Economic perspectives of oJfreserve forest management in the Goaso 
Forest District of Ghana. Woeli Publishing Services. Accra. 
• Sovoe. S .. Wiafe. G .. Kakane. V.C.K. and Attua. E.M (forthcoming) . Effect of 
climate change on primary productivity in the Gulf of Guinea: a remote 
sensing approach. submitted to the Journal of the Ghana Science Association. 
Legon. 
• Attua. E. M. (forthcoming) . A comparative analysis of soil seed banks of 
agricultural fallow fields and implications for regeneration of degraded 
agricuIturallands. submitted to tl1~ Journal of the Ghana Science Association. 
Legon. 
Koku,J.E. 
Koku. J.E. &: Singh. N (2005). 'Mining Policy, Water Conflicts and Corporate 
Social Responsibility in Ghana: Perspectives from the Wassa West District'. 
Paper presentee at the IWHA/UNESCO Conference. UNESCO Headquarters. 
Paris. France. 1-3 December. 2005. This paper has been submitted to: 
Development and Change. Blackwell Publishers. UK 
Koku. J.E. Kufogbe. S.K &: Dorm-Adzobu. C (2005). Challenges and Prospects 
of Landuse Management in the Lower Volta Basin Ghana: Perspectives from 
the South Tongu District.' Paper submitted to the 6 th Open Meeting of the 
Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Change Research C'Jmmunity. 
University of Bonn. Gennany. 9-13 October. 2005. This paper is under revision 
for publication in South African Journal of Science (SAJS) . Official 
Publication of the Academy of Science of South Africa. 
Singh. N. BaHors B &: Koku. J.E. (2005). Gender and Community Water 
Supply: Policy Paradoxes in Mining Areas of Ghana. (Ready for submission 
to: Water Policy) 
Koku. J.E. &: Langaas. S. (2004). Bushfire Occurrence and Prevention in 
Rural Ghana: The Case of the South Tongu District. Paper presented at the 
211 
Ghana Geographical Association Congress, University of Ghana, Legon-Accra. 
GHANA. January. 2004. 
Koku, J.E (2003). Tree planting, local knowledge and specie preference in 
the South Tongu District of Ghana. A case study. GeoJournal 57: 227-239. 
Kluwer Academic Publishers, The Netherlands. 
Koku. J.E. lit Gustafsson J-E (2003). Local Institutions and Natural Resource 
Management in the South Tongu District of Ghana: A case study. Sustainable 
Development 11,17-35 (2003). Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment. 
Yaro.J.A 
2004: Theorizing Food Insecurity: Building a Livelihood Vulnerability 
Framework for researching food insecurity. Norwegian Journal of Geography. 
Vol. 58, 23-37. 
2005: Causality in Food Insecurity Research: A Critical Realist Approach . 
Scandinavian Journal of Geography. Vol. 55.32-43. 
2006: [s Deagrarianisation Real? A study of livelihood activities in Rural 
Northern Ghana. Journal of Modern African Studies. Vol. 44 (1) 125-156. 
Kusimi. J. 
• Kusimi, J .M.; Fobi!, J. and Atuguba, R. (2006): TIle Conflicts in Northern Ghana: 
A Mirror ojA nswers to Sub-Regional Stability and Security Questions. Accepted 
by Asteriskos - Journal ojlnternational & Peace Studies·Spain. 
CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Asiedu. AB 
"NUFU" Workshop on "The Changing Faces of Poverty in Ghana", University 
of Cape Coast, October. 2005. 
International Conference on the Coastal Zones of Sub-Saharan Africa 
organized by the Ministry of Tourism and Modernization of the Capital in 
collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and Science, November 7th-
9th, 2005 at the British Council Hall, Accra 
Review Workshop on National Capacity Self Assessment Project on Rio 
Conventions organised by the Ministry of Environment and Science in 
conjunction with the United Nations. Volta Hotel. Akosombo, 27th - 30th 
December, 2005. 
• Union of African Population Studies (UAPS) Meeting at Erata Hotel. Accra. 
14th-15th February, 2006. 
Workshop at the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Stockholm, 
Sweden. 3rd - 24th April , 2006 
ISSER/USAlD Land Tenure and Land Policy Workshop at the Noguchi 
Memorial Institute of Medical Research. November 30. 2006. Legon. 
Yankson. P.W.K. 
ESRi User Conference on the Theme "Geography-Communicating our World, 
San Diego, U.S.A. 7-11 August. 2006. 
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Songsore. J. 
NCCR JACS West Mrica Workshop. 24th-28th August 2005. Swiss Tropical 
Centre for Scientific Research. Abidjan. As Regional Advisory Board Member. 
to attend Annual Board Meeting and partake in the deliberations of a 
Workshop at the end of Phase 1 and the beginning of Phase 2. 
Visit to University of Michigan. Ann Arbor. from 22-26th January. 2006 to: 
Provide Critical Comments on Two Documentary Films under the 
Theme; "Accra Re-Mix: Bodies. Gender and Knowledge in a West Mrican 
City": 
Delivered a lecture on Urbanization and Health in Mrica at the School 
of Public Health for Faculty and Graduate Students. and 
Had classroom presentation to undergraduate students in the Mrican 
History Class titled" Ghana and the Slave Trading Forts". 
International Workshop on the African Urban Risk Analysis Network (AURAN) 
on Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction in the Management of Urban 
Planning and Governance in Mrica. 7-8 March. 2006. Cape Town. I presented 
preliminary research findings on "Developing an Environmental Health 
Watch and Disaster Monitoring System fur the Greater Accra Metropolitan 
Area (GAMA), Ghana". 
Attended the World Urban Forum in Vancouver and Participated in an AdviSOry 
Panel Meeting of the Human Settlements Group of the International Institute 
for Environment and Development. London. 17th -23,d June. I served as a 
Discussant and Facilitator on the "Urban Environment Theme". 
• GAAS/FES Public Forum on the Theme. Addressing Poverty in National 
Development. Julyl0-12. 2006. STEPRl. CSIRAccra. I presented a paper titled 
"Poverty. Wealth Creation and Distribution: The Ghanaian Experience". 
• Visit to the University of Saskatchewan. Canada from 19th _3151 July. 2006. 
The mission was to enable me exchange views with stakeholders in the 
Office of Global Relations. the Office of the Vice-President Research. the 
College of Arts and Science (speCifically the Department of Geography) and 
other colleges. We discussed opportunities to develop and strengthen bilateral 
relations between the University of Ghana and the University of 
Saskatchewan. I visited the Innovation Place-Research Park to discuss 
possible co-operation arrangement with the proposed University of Ghana 
Science and Technology Park. 
Ardayfio-Schandorf. E. 
Presented paper on "Local Knowledge and Tree Management on Farms" with 
Samuel Agyei-Mensah 
Presented a paper entitled -Women. Gender and Forest Management at the 
Gender and Forestry Workshop. organized by IUFRO. Faculty of Forestry 
Science. Umea. Sweden 
Delivered a paper on "Role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in 
Ghana" at a workshop for visiting UCLA students; University of Ghana. 9 th 
August. 2006 
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Gyasi. E.A. 
Formulation of Agricultural Land Management Policy: National Consultative 
Workshop. Accra. 12-13 December 2006 
Retreat of SLaM SCientists for the Integration of SLaM Consultancy and other 
Reports, Elmina. 06-10 December 2006 
Workshop on SLaM Project Brief Log-Frame Revision. Elmina. 03-06 December 
2006 
Third IAAS1D Global Authors Meeting. San Jose. Costa Rica. 06-09 November 
2006 
Technical Experts meeting. IDRC-DFID's Programme on Climate Change 
Adaptation in Africa Research Capacity and Development in Africa (CCAA). 
Nairobi, 12-16 September 2006 
• Trainer. the Training Programme. Developing and Testing a Curriculum 
and Training Programme on Agro-biodiversity. Livelihoods and Rural 
Development for the Caribbean. University of West Indies. Mona. Kingston. 
08-15 August 2006 
Visiting Lecturer. UNU International Courses on Environmental Change: 
Managing Risks. UNU. Tokyo. 29 May - 02 June. 2006 
ISSER-USAID Land Policy Report Project Workshop. Accra. 08 May 2008 
Second Global Authors Meeting of the Bureau of the International Assessment 
of Agricultural SCience and Technology (lAASTD). Bangkok. 01-05 May 2006 
• IBBIS ABS Peer Review Workshop. Nairobi. 09-10 December 2005 
• First Global Authors Meeting of the Bureau of the International Assessment 
of Agricultural Science and Technology (lAASTD). Nairobi. 14-17 November 
2005 
Addo.S.T. 
ISSERjUSAID LAND POLICY REFORM PROJECT National Dissemination 
Workshop held on Monday 8th May. 2006 at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Accra. 
I participated. 
Kufogbe S.K. 
• Regional Workshop on Integrated Coastal Area Management. Calabar. 
Nigeria: 12-16 December 2005 
Sixth Annual ESRI GIS Education User Conference. San Diego California. 
USA; 5-8 August 2006 
Pan-African LMEsjGOOS-Africa Leadership Workshop on Operational 
Oceanography and Remote Sensing in Africa. Cape Town. South Africa, 6-10 
November 2006 
• National Workshop on Coastal Zone Planning and Management, Accra; 16-
17 November 2006 
• National Consultative Workshop on the National Action to Combat 
Desertification. Accra: 14th -15th February. 2006 
Awumbila. M. 
• Awumbila. M. (2006) Developments in Gender and Geography in Africa. Paper 
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presented at the IGU Catalan Geographical Society International Seminar 
on "Gender and Geography Worldwide: Thoughts on Space and Time". 
Autonomous University of Barcelona. Spain. 23-25 February. 2006 
Lennox Agbosu. Mariama Awumbila. Christine Dowuona-Hammond And 
Dzodzi Tsikata "Customary And Statutory Land Tenure And Land Policy In Ghana' 
Paper presented at ISSER Land Tenure and policy Reform Project. La Palm 
Hotel. June 5. 2006 
Awumbila. M. and Tsikata. D. Gender. Rural Uvelihoods and Health in Ghana: 
A Study of Small Scale Gold Mining in the Tallensi Nabdam District. Paper 
Presented At the 48th African Studies Association Annual Conference. 
Washington DC. November 17-20. 2005. 
• Tsikata. D. and Awumbila. M. Gender. Rural Uvelihoods and Health in Ghana: 
A Study of Mangrove explOitation in the Lower Volta. Paper presented at the 
48th African Studies Association Annual Conference; Washington DC. 
November 17-20. 2005. 
• Awumbila. M. (2005) The Gendered Face of Poverty: Female Porters Adaptive 
Responses to Poverty in Urban Ghana. Paper presented at the NUFU Workshop 
on "New Faces of Poverty in Ghana" University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast. 
October 2005 
Agyei-Mensah S. 
• Agyei-Mensah. S. 2006. W1w is Caring for the Affected and Infected? Care· 
giving in the Context of the HN/  AIDS Epidemic in Ghana. Guest Lecture. 
Department of Geography. University of Bergen. Norway.27th September. 
2006 
• Agyei-Mensah. S . 2005. The Fertility Transition in Ghana Revisited. Paper 
presented at the XXV International Union for the Scientific Study of Population 
(lUSSP) International Population Conference. Tours. France 18-23 July 2005. 
Session on Fertility Decline. Onset and Stagnation 
John R. Weeks. Arthur Getis. Samuel Agyei-Mensah. John K. Anam. 2005. 
Intra-Urban Differentials in Poverty and Health in Accra. Ghana. Paper presented 
at the XXV IUSSP International Population Conference. Tours. France 18· 
23 July 2005. 
Ardayfio-Schandorf. E. and Samuel Agyei-Mensah. 2005. Local Knowledge 
and Tree Management on Farms in the Goaso Forest District of Ghana. Paper 
presented at the Stakeholders Meeting on Tree Management in the Goaso 
DistriCt.. Goaso. 12th January 2005. Conference Hall Goaso. District 
Assembly. Ghana. 
Agyei-Mensah and Ragnhild Lund. 2005. The Wellbeing ofHN/  AIDS Patients 
Undergoing Antiretroviral Care at a Health Caref acility in Ghana. Paper presented 
at the NUFU Workshop on the Changing faces of poverty in Ghana. University 
of cape Coast. Cape Coast, Ghana. 
• Ragnhild Lund and Samuel Agyei-Mensah. 2005. Queens As Mothers. The 
Role of the Traditional Safety Net of Care and Supportfor HN/AIDS Orphans 
and Vulnerable Children in Ghana. Paper presented at the NUFU workshop on 
the Changing Faces of Poverty in Ghana. University of Cape Coast. Cape 
Coast. Ghana. 
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Agyei-Mensah. S . 2005. Poverty and HTV/AlDS Prevalence in the Tema 
Municipality. Paper presented at the NUFU Workshop on the Changing Faces 
of Poverty in Ghana. University of Cape Coast. Cape Coast. Ghana. 
Attua, E.M. 
Workshop on Finalizing Plans for Sustainable Land Management for 
Mitigating Land Management (SLM) Interventions to combat Land 
Degradation. Enhancing Agricultutural Biodiversity and Reducing Poverty 
(SLaM) in Ghana. organised by UNDP/GEF/Government of Ghana and 
University of Ghana. Bunso. 13-17 September 2006. 
Workshop on Draft National Biodiversity Action Plan. Erata Hotel. Okponglo. 
Accra. October. 25. 
Seminar on Environmental Protection: A Lifeline to Human Existence. 
organised by Friends of the Earth in collaboration with Environmental 
Protection Agency. Legon. 8 November. 2006. 
Retreat of SlaM Scientists for integration of consultancy and other reports 
on SlaM Methodology into a composite at Elmina Beach Hotel. 6 - 10 
December. 2006 
Annual Conference on NUFU Project 56/2003. The New Faces of Poverty in 
Ghana. Legon. 12-13 December. 2006-12-14 
Koku,J.E. 
CAW /UNDP Training Workshop on Integrated Water Resources Management 
Centre for African Wetlands. University of Ghana. Legon. 23-28 October. 
2006. Delivered a lecture titled: Land use and Water Issues and their relevance 
to Integrated Water Resource Management 
• Ontario Tobacco Control Conference: Investing in Social Change. Sheraton Hotel. 
Niagara Falls. Ontario. Canada, December 4-6. 2006. Conference Organized 
by Health Canada. 
• Workshop for Effective .\fentormg in Global Health Research. Sheraton Hotel. 
Niagara Falls. Ontario. Canada. December 7. 2006. Workshop Jointly 
Organized by the IORC/RITC and Canadian Coalition for Global Health 
Research (CCGHR). Discussant on Future Research Directions. 
• Workshop on the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). 
Workshop was Organised by the International Development Research Centre 
(lDRC). IDRC Headquarters. Ottawa. Canada. 29 Octoher-4 November. 2005. 
I made a poster presentation on project work titled: Sustaining Tobacco Control 
in Ghana through Alternative Uvelihoods. 
• IWHA/UNESCO Conference. UNESCO Headquarters. Paris . France. 1-3 
December. 2005. Presented Paper Titled: Mining Pt>Licy. Water Conflicts and 
Corporate Social Responsibility in Ghana.: Perspectives from the Wassa West 
District 
Yaro, Josepb A. 
Evolving land tenure systems and sustainable livelihoods in northern Ghana. 
Paper presented at ISSER/USAID workshop on the 'Land Tenure and Land 
Policy Research Project'. 30th November 2006. Noguchi Memorial Institute. 
Legan. 
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APPENDIX A 
GEF-UNDP-GHANA GOVERNMEMENT PROJECT 'SUSTAINABLE LAND 
MANAGEMENT FOR MITIGATING LAND DEGRADATION. ENHANCING 
AGRICULTURAL BIODIVERSITY AND REDUCING POVERTY (SLaM) IN GHANA' 
The 4-year mainly GEF -funded SLaM project addresses sustainable land 
management to stem the accelerated land degradation. which threatens the global 
environment and the very livelihoods of humanity. especially by deforestation. 
soil erosion. biodiversity loss and climate warming. Its goal is to contribute to 
sustainable ecosystem-based integrated land management in globally. nationally 
and locally significant land resources in agricultural areas under threat of land 
degradation. for greater ecosystem stability, enhanced food security and improved 
rural livelihoods. Expected outcomes are: 
A participatory methodological framework for identifying and prioritizing 
threatened lands. and criteria for identifying sustainable ('good/best') land 
management practices plus land use plans developed and applied by 
appropriate methodologies; 
Sustainable ('good/best') land management practices applied to recover 
degraded lands. protect those under threat. and enhance their ecological 
functions. agricultural production capacity and rural livelihoods 
improvements role; 
Capacity and enabling environment for mitigating land degradation and 
promoting sustainable land management enhanced. 
Proposed by a University of Ghana-led consortium of scientists and institutes.  
. backstopped by the UNDP with the Government of Ghana as the executing agency. 
SLaM builds upon its successful predecessor, the mainly GEF- funded UNU project. 
People. Land. Management and Environmental Change. 
Work started in April 2005. The initial phase focused on development of 
methodologies for sustainable land management (SLM) interventions. upon which 
work is now focused at Sites in the major agro-ecological zones of Ghana. 
APPENDIXB 
GEO-INFORMATION APPLICATIONS FOR OFF-RESERVE TREE 
MANAGEMENT IN GOASO DISTRICT (GORTMAN PROJECT) 
This project started in 2003 and it is funded by Tropenbos International [fBI). It 
is a collaborative research project among three institutions. the University of 
Ghana .the International Institute for Geo-Information Science and Earth 
Observation (ITC). Netherlands. University of Freiburg. Germany. and the Resource 
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Management and Support Centre of the Forest Commission of Ghana (RMSC). 
The project in Ghana is coordinated by Professor Elizabeth Ardayfio-Schandorf. 
Specifically. the project attempts to match land suitability. potential and current 
tree resource quality with stakeholders' socio-economic needs and aspirations 
and subsequently to identify various zones with recommendations for land 
management policies and strategies per zone. The strength of the project lies in 
its spatial approach of both socio-economic aspects and biophysical aspects. 
A major component of the project is knowledge/skill and technology transfer and 
related capacity building through both infonnal 'on-the-job' training as well as 
more fonnal training and education provided to relevant institutes/organizations 
at various levels (district. national). 
The main concern of the University of Ghana has been conducting empirical 
study and developing various methodologies for socio-economic analysis in the 
off-reserve forests in the tropiCS. The team assessed the productive potential of 
the land in order to explore various options for change including alternative farming 
systems by communities and incentive mechanisms. The role of timber 
companies and their possible cooperation with more sustainable management of 
the off-reserve tree resources were also assessed. 
The findings will be published in a book for the benefit of stakeholders including 
policy makers. the communities and academia. 
APPENDIX C 
THE FAMILY AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (FADEP) 
The Department of Geography and Resource Development hosts the Family and 
Development Programme (FADEP), which collaborates with relevant and 
appropriate institutions to undertake family and gender research and outreach 
programmes. It also provides expert advice to individuals. institutions and 
development agenCies on family and development. 
FADEP continues to support studies on the family and development. It conducted 
research on the changing family in Ghana including other emergent non-African 
fonns of the family. 
In addition. the FADEP Resource Centre holds relevant academiC journals. 
bulletins and books on the family. This enjoys patronage from academia. 
researchers. students. non-governmental agenCies. the security services as well 
as governmental international organizations. 
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DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY 
OVERVIEW 
The teaching staff establishment of the Department of History is 16. The 
Department however has only 7 full-time lecturers two of whom are on study 
leave and 2 part-time lecturers. The Department regrettably lost three Senior 
Members in the year under review. Professor John Koft Fynn died on 25th August 
2005; Dr. Nana James Kwaku Brukum died on 3rd April 2006 and Emeritus 
Professor Albert Adu Boahen died on 24 May 2006. 
The overall staffing position of the Department is as follows: 
Senior Members 
Professor R. Addo-Fening Part-time Lecturer 
Dr. (Mrs) AA Perbi Senior Lecturer 
Dr. D.E.K. Baku Lecturer/Acting Head of Department 
Mr. K. Nti Lecturer (On study leave) 
Mr. S. Gundona Lecturer (On study leave) 
Mr. E.A Ofosu-Mensah Lecturer 
Mr. K. Adum-Kyeremeh Lecturer 
Mr. C.K. Mbowurah Lecturer 
Mr. E.S.A Korsah Part- Time Lecturer 
Senior Staff 
Mr. Samuel K. Agbeve Senior Administrative Assistant 
Junior Staff 
Mrs. Mary Buabeng Senior Clerk 
Mr. Lawrence Acheampong Senior Headman 
Mr. Eric Atuahene Messenger / Cleaner 
Student Numbers 
(University Main Campus) 
Level 100 532 
Level 200 510 
Level 300 231 
Level 400 95 
M.Phi!. 6 
Ph.D. 2 
Accra City Campus 
Level 100 ll!f 
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Level 200 114 
Level 300 60 
Level 400 20 
Courses offered in the Department 
First Semester 
Level 100 
HIST 101 Earliest Civilizations 
Level 200 
HIST201 Historiography 
HIST203 Africa and the Wider World Since 1800 
Level 300 
HIST 301 History of Ghana up to 1800 
HIST303 History of Africa up to 1500 
HIST304 Aspects of Early Modem History 
HIST305 The Black Diaspora 
HIST307 Economic History of West Africa 
Level 400 
HIST401 Aspects of Intellectual History from 1500 to the Enlightenment 
HIST403 History of Science and Technology up to the Industrial Revolution 
HIST405 History of Political Thought up to St Augustine 
HIST407 Colonial Rule and African Response; Partition and Pacification 
HIST409 History of Latin America 
HIST 411 History of Modem China Japan 
HIST 413 History of Modem Russia & USA, 170-1860 
HIST417 Aspects of World History. 1914-1945 
HIST491 Fante States in 17th Century 
Level 600 
HIST601 Philosophy of History up to the Enlightenment 
HIST603 Politics in Akyem Abuakwa ca. 1874-1930 
HIST607 Africa and Western Historiography 
Second Semester 
Level 100 
HIST 102 Selected Topics in World History 
Level 200 
HIST202 Historical Methodology 
HIST204 Africa in the International Setting in the 20th Century 
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Level 300 
HIST302 Ghana in the 19th and 20th Centuries 
HIST306 Islam and Christianity in West Africa 
HIST308 History of Africa, 1500-1800 
HIST 309 History of Europe: 1789 to 1945 
HIST312 Economic History of West Africa, 1800-1960 
HIST 313 Women in History 
HlST 314 The History of Western Medicine in Ghana 
Level 400 
HlST402 Modem Trends in Intellectual History 
HIST404 History of Science and Technology since the Industrial Revolution 
HIST406 History of Political Thought since St Augustine 
HIST408 Colonial Rule and African Response : Nationalism and 
Independence 
HIST 414 History of Modem Russia and the USA, 1861-1939 
HlST418 Aspects of World History sine 1945 
HIST492 Fante States in the 18th Century 
Level 600 
HlST602 Philosophy of History from the Enlightenment to the Present 
HlST604 Economic and Social Change in Akyem Abuakwa ca . 1874-1930 
HlST608 Recent trends in African Historiography 
RESEARCH 
The Tradition and Modernity Project 
The Department and the Department of History of the Norwegian University of 
Science and Technology in Trondheim continued their collaborative research on 
the Tradition and Modern.itv in Ghana's History and Development and have focused 
attention on the co-existence and interaction between tradition and modernity 
in Ghana's political and urban past. In furtherance ofthe project. Dr. D.E.K. Baku 
spent August and September 2005 at the Norwegian University of Science and 
Technology, Trondheim collecting published and archival materials that are not 
available in Ghana. Professor Per Hernaes of the Department of History, Norwegian 
University of Science and Technology also paid several research visits to Ghana 
between in 2004 and 2006. 
Research interests of and activities by Senior Members 
Addo-Fening. R, 
Social and Economic Development in Akyem Abuakwa 
Perbi. A.A. 
Indigenous slavery in Ghana 
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Women in slave camps in Ghana 
Baku. D.E.K. 
Intellectual resistance to colonialism in the Gold Coast 
Legal and Constitutional History of Ghana 
The History of the promotion and protection of human rights in Ghana 
The History of Chieftaincy in Ghana 
The history of industrial relations in Ghana 
Ofosu-Mensah. A.E. 
Econ0'Pic development in Adansi District 
Kyeremeh. K.A. 
Tradition and change in Bono 
The History of the development of Sports in Ghana 
Mbowura. C.K. 
Female authority among the Nawuri 
Power and conflict among the northern Guan 
CONFERENCES. WORKSHOPS. SEMINARS AND PUBLICATIONS 
Addo-Fening. R. 
"Chieftaincy and Issues of Good Governance. Accountability and Development: 
A case study of Akyem Abuakwa under Okyenhene Nana Ofori Atta I. 1912 
- 1943. in Irene K. Odotei & Albert K. Awedoba (eds): Chieftaincy in Ghana: 
Culture. Governance and Development, Accra, Sub-Saharan Publishers. 2006. 
"The jurisdictional conflict in Akyem Abuakwa 1883 -1922: A case study of 
Tradition vers us Modernity" in P. Hemaes, (ed) : The Traditional in West African 
(Ghanaian) History: Cases on co-existence and interaction, Trondheim, Norwegian 
University of Science and Technology Press, 2005, 
"Colonial rule : A reappraisal", Paper presented to the Round Table Conference 
organised by the Historical Society of Ghana on the theme 'Reflections on 
Fifty years of Ghana's Independence; Interrogating the Past, Shaping the 
Future' in Accra in October 2006. 
Perbi. A.A. 
"Linkages between Ghana and the Black Diaspora". Paper presented on 20th 
April 2006 at the Osu Presbyterian Church Hall, Accra. 
"Lessons from History, How the Asante Kingdom has been able to sustain 
itseJr , Pape r presented on 11 th May 2006 at a workshop for Managers of 
Total Ghana Limited at Akosombo. 
"The double edged sword: Slavery in Ghana", Paper presented on 18th May 
2006 at the African Studies Centre, University of Leiden. The Netherlands. 
"Slavery and the history of colonization in Ghana", Paper presented on 15th 
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July2006 at the SOS-Hennann Gmeiner International Youth Leadership 
Seminar, Elmina. 
"We have always been visible: Voices of Ghanaian Women during the pre-
colonial period of Ghana's history", Paper presented on 2nd August 2006 to 
the 2006 Annual Conference of the Historical Society of Ghana, Accra. 
• "Africanisms: Reconnecting the African Experiences", Paper Presented to a 
symposium organized by the UNESCO Chair at the University of Connecticut, 
USA, on 29th September 2006. 
"The missing puzzle? Venture Smith's West African Connection: An African 
historian's perspective", Paper presented on 30th September 2006 at the 
International Conference on 'Documenting Venture Smith', University of 
Connecticu t, USA. 
"We wear three hats: The historical experiences of Ghanaian'women", Paper 
presented to the Round Table Conference organized by the Historical Society 
of Ghana on the theme 'Reflections on Fifty years of Ghana's Independence: 
Interrogating the Past, Shaping the Future', on 13th November 2006 at the 
La Palm Beach Hotel. Accra. 
• "Servitude and Chieftaincy in Ghana: The Historical Evidence", in Irene K. 
Odotei & Albert K. Awedoba (eds): Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture, Governance 
and Development, Accra, Sub-Saharan Publishers, 2006. 
• "Power and responsibilities of freed slaves and their descendants in colonial 
and post colonial Ghana" in P. Hernaes, (ed): The Traditional in West Aftican 
(Ghanaian) History: Cases on co-existence and interaction, Trondheim, Norwegian 
University of Science and Technology Press, 2005 
Baku, D.E.K. 
"Contesting and Appropriating the Local Terrain: Chieftaincy and National 
Politics in Wenchi. Ghana", in Irene K. Odotei & Albert K. Awedoba (eds): 
Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture, Governance and Development. Accra, Sub-Saharan 
Publishers, 2006. 
• "The 'Traditional' in seeking the Modern political kingdom in Nkrumah's 
Ghana" in P. Hernaes, (ed): The Traditional in WestA.ftican (Ghanaian) History: 
Cases on co-existence and interaction, Trondheim, Norwegian University of 
Science and Technology Press, 2005 
• "Akan overlay in Central Eweland: MethodolOgical problems in reconstructing 
the pre-colonial history of the peoples of central Eweland", Paper presented 
to the Conference on Historiography and Methodology of African History 
organized by the University of Urbane and the Historical Society of Ghana, 
September 2005. 
"History as grist to the mill of anti-colonial protest: Gold Coast part-time non 
professional historians and intellectual resistance to colonialism in southern 
Gold Coast, 1897-1940". Paper presented to the Conference in honour of 
Professor D.E.K. Amenumey at the University of Cape Coast, February 2006. 
"Making Wills in Ghana", Paper presented to the Accra East (Christiansborg) 
Rotary Club, in May 2006, in Accra. 
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• "The history of indigenous slavery in Ghana". paper presented to the Faculty 
and Students of the John Carroll University. Cleveland. Ohio. USA, in May 
2006 in Accra 
• "An overview of the history of Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty and 
students of the University of Tennessee. Knoxville. USA. in May 2006. in 
Accra. 
"Introducing the peoples and history of Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty 
and students of the Michigan State University. USA. in May 2006. in Accra. 
• "The impact of colonial rule on Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty and 
students of the University of Michigan. USA, in May 2006 in Accra. 
"The history of indigenous slavery in Mrica". Paper presented to the Faculty 
and students of Michigan State University. USA. in May 2006 in Accra. 
"An introduction to the history of Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty 
and students of the Southern Illinois University. Carbondale. USA. in June 
2006 in Accra. 
"The history of Ghana and its peoples". Paper presented to the Consortium of 
University and School Teachers from the State of FlOrida. USA. in June 2006. 
in Accra. 
"A short history of Ghana". Paper presented to the Princeton University Tour 
Group in June 2006. in Accra. 
"Slavery in the Gold Coast before the era of the Atlantic slave trade". Paper 
presented to Faculty and students of Western Washington University. 
Bellingham. USA, in June 2006 in Accra. 
"A potted history of Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty and students of 
the John Hopkins University. Baltimore. USA. in June 2006 in Accra. 
"Ghana: A portrait". Paper presented to the Faculty and students of the 
University of Missouri. Columbia. USA. in June 2006 in Accra. 
• "The histories of the earliest peoples of Ghana". Paper presented to the Faculty 
and staff of the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. USA, in July 2006 in 
Accra. 
"European colonial rule and the struggle for independence in the Gold Coast". 
Paper presented to the Faculty and students of the University of Memphis. 
USA, in July 2006 in Accra. 
"Preserving and recording Ghana's past: A plea for historical biographies". 
Paper presented to the 2006 Annual Conference of the Historical Society of 
Ghana. in August 2006. in Accra. 
"Chieftaincy in historical perspective with special reference to the Upper 
East Region". Paper presented to the Workshop organized for the Upper East 
Region House of Chiefs in Bolgatanga by the Regional Advisory and 
Information Network Systems in August 2006. 
"A historical analysis of the statutes affecting the power and authority of 
Chiefs in Ghana". Paper presented to the Upper Region House of Chiefs in 
Bolgatanga in August 2006. 
"Chieftaincy in historical perspective with special reference to the Northern 
Region". Paper presented to the Workshop organized for the Northern Region 
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House of Chiefs in Tamale by the Regional Advisory and Information Network 
Systems in August 2006. 
"A historical analysis of the statutes affecting the power and authority of 
Chiefs in Ghana", Paper presented to the Northern House of Chiefs in Tamale 
in August 2006. 
"Traditional leadership in historical perspective with special reference to 
Female leadership northern Ghana", Paper presented to the Workshop 
organized for Female leaders in the Upper East and Northern Regions in 
Tamale by the Regional Advisory and Information Network Systems in August 
2006. 
"The rationale for the Labour Act, 2003, Act 651", Paper presented to a 
Workshop organized for the Information Services Department in Ho by the 
National Labour CommiSSion in September 2006. 
"The Labour Act, 2003, Act 651: Emerging issues and challenges", Paper 
presented to the Symposium organised by the Union of Commerce and 
Finance (UNICOF) under the theme 'Three years of the Labour Act. 2003, 
Act 651: Challenges and Prospects' in October 2006 in Accra. 
"The Contract of employment under the Labour Act, 2003, Act 651", Paper 
presented to a Workshop organized for the Polytechnic Teachers Association 
of Ghana by the National Labour Commission in Ho in October 2006. 
• "Ghana's double heritage", Paper presented to the Round Table Conference 
organised by the Historical Society of Ghana on the theme 'Reflections on 
Fifty years of Ghana's Independence; Interrogating the Past. Shaping the 
Future' in Accra in October 2006. 
"Conflict Resolution, Peace Building and Mediation", Paper presented to the 
Round Table Conference organised by the Historical Society of Ghana on the 
theme 'Reflections on Fifty years of Ghana's Independence; Interrogating 
the Past. Shaping the Future' in Accra in November 2006. 
Mbowura. C,K, 
"The political history of Ghana from the spectacle of ethnic relations: The 
case of the northern Guan". Paper presented to the 2006 Annual Conference 
of the Historical Society of Ghana, August 2006, in Accra. 
"The Atlantic slave trade and indigenous slavery in historical perspective: A 
comparative analysis". Paper presented to Faculty and students of Calvin 
College, USA, in October 2006 in Accra. 
"A brief history of northern Ghana from the pre-colonial period to 1957", 
Joint paper presented with Cliff Masole and Felix Longi to the Round Table 
Conference organised by the Historical Society of Ghana under th~ theme 
"Reflections on Fifty years of Ghana's Independence; Interrogating the Past. 
Shaping the Future' in Accra in October 2006. 
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DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION STUDIES 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continued to offer courses in Information Studies to an increasing 
number of students at the sub-degree. undergraduate and post-graduate levels. 
During the year under review. the Department initiated a curriculum revision 
programme which has been on-going. The revised curriculum seeks to emphasize 
IT aspects with the general curriculum. The traditional skills of Information 
processing. retrieval and dissemination are to be re-oriented with new IT to suit 
the present day situation. 
The Department has initiated moves to improve the poor staffing situation. Plans 
are also underway to improve Ief facilities to support the practical component of 
our programmes. 
COURSES 
• Diploma in Librarianship 
Diploma in Archives Administration 
BA in Information Studies 
MA in Library Studies 
MA in Archival Studies 
Master of Philosophy 
• Doctor of Philosophy 
leT related courses are common to all programmes. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
B.A in Information Studies 
Level 100 507 
Level 200 851 
Level 300 829 
Level 400 385 
MA in Library Studies 22 
MA in Archival Studies 13 
M. Phil 3 
Ph.D 
STAFFING POSITION 
The number of full time academic staff at post increased by one with the 
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appointment of Mrs. Perpetua Dadzie . One member of staff proceeded on study 
leave . The Department has only nine (9) full time teaching staff supported by 
thirteen (13) part-time appOintees. 
TEACHING STAFF 
Prof. E.E. Badu 
Prof. H. Akussah 
Prof. C. Kisiedu (On contract) 
Dr. P . Akotia 
Mr. S.N.B. TadGe 
Dr. E. Adjel, (Ag. Head of Department) 
Mr. M. Adams 
Mrs. Evelyn Markwei (On study leave) 
Mrs . Perpetua Dadzie 
RESEARCH 
Faculty members continued to do their individual research work in their areas of 
interest and specialization. Research covered the following areas: Freedom of 
Information; Preservation of Records; Preservation Management: Financial 
Records; Information Systems Management and Internet Use. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Badu.E.E. 
"Employee Motivation in University Libraries in Ghana: A Comparative 
Analysis: InJormation Development 21 (1), 2005. pp 3847 
Markwei E. 
"Internet Use in the University of Ghana" lrifonnanon Development 21 (4) . 
2005 pp 260 - 267. 
Akussah. H. 
• "Preservation of Public Records in Ghana: The Training. Education and 
Awareness Factors". InJonnation Development. 21 (14) 2005. 
"The State of Document Deterioration in the National Archives of Ghana" 
AjricanJournal ojA rchives. Library and lriformation Science Vol. 16 No.1 2006 
pp I - 18. 
Akotia P. 
"Consequences of Failure to Manage Public Sector Financial Records" 
ESARBICA JournaL 24. 2005 pp 3 - 20 
AdamsM. 
"Freedom ofinformation and Records Management in Ghana" AjricanJournal 
oJLibrary Archives and lriformation Science Vol. 16. No.1 2006 pp 29 - 38. 
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WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS 
Akotia. P. 
II - 25 August 2005: World Bank Seminar on Public Sector Infonnation 
Systems. Presented paper on investigating the requirements for building 
integrity in Public Sector Infonnation Systems in the ICT environment. 
Freetown. Sierra Leone. 
• 3 - 17 April 2006: Pay and Establishment control Conference. Presented 
paper on "Benchmarks for Establishment Records". Freetown. Sierra Leone. 
VISITORS 
The Librarian at USIS. accompanied by the new Infonnation Resource Officer of 
the USIS Miss Anne Johnson paid a visit to the Department. Miss Johnson 
interacted with the Head of Department on a number of issues relating to 
cUrriculum. internship and employment opportunities for prospective graduates. 
DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department embarked on a beautification of its environment by clearing 
the weeds behind the main building and turning it into a student's car park (code 
named POSSA Car Park). The work was largely supported by the Political Science 
Students Association. A phase out of the old-fashioned office chairS and desks for 
new and modern ones was also undertaken. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The Department offered 39 undergraduate and 18 graduate courses. The 
breakdown is as follows: 
Undergraduate Courses 
Semester 1 
POLilOI Introduction to the Study of Political Science (I) 
POLI201 Elements of Political Science 
POLI203 Political Institutions 
POLI301 Ancient and Medieval Political Thought 
POLI303 Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Political Research 
POLI305 Government and Politics in Ghana since Independence (I) 
POLI307 IntrodUction to Public Administration 
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POU313 Nature, Growth and Role of International Organizations 
POU315 Organization Theory 
POU400 Independent Study 
POU401 The Contractualists 
POU403 Statistics for Political Research 
POLI405 Politics of International Economic Relations 
POU407 Govt. and Politics in Ghana since Ind. (2) 
POU411 Theories of Underdevelopment 
POU419 Politics in Development Countries 
POU421 Foreign Policy Analysis 
POU429 Public Policy Analysis 
POU409 Comparative Public Administration 
POU411 Politics and Development 
POU431 Refugees and International Relations 
Semester 2 
POLl102 Introduction to the Study of Political Science (II) 
POU202 Introduction to International Politics 
POU204 Introduction to the Study of Ghanaian Politics 
POU302 Modem Western Political Thought 
POU304 Public Administration in Ghana 
POU306 Africa and the Global System 
POU308 Methods of Political Research 
POU312 Development Administration in Ghana 
POU318 The Military in Ghanaian Politics 
POU400 Independent Study 
POU402 Social and Political Theory 
POU404 State and Society in Africa 
POU406 Regionalism & Ethnicity in Ghanaian Politics 
POU408 Ghana's Foreign Policy 
POU412 Local Government Administration in Ghana 
POU426 Issues in Comparative Politics 
POU432 Human Rights in Africa 
POU434 Public Enterprise 
Graduate Courses 
Semester 
POU617 General Methodology/Philosophy of the Social Sciences 
POU603 Patterns of Development Administration 
POU613 Public Personnel Administration 
POU623 The Making of Foreign Policy 
POU631 Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies 
POU633 Conflicts in African States 
POU635 Issues in Comparative Politics and Development 
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POLI637 Theories of Political Development and Underdevelopment 
POLI641 Problems of Govt. & Politics in Africa 
Semester 2 
POLI602 Survey Methods in Social Sciences 
POLI604 Public Policy Analysis 
POLI624 Issues of Public Administration 
POLI626 Theory and International Politics 
POLI636 International Organization 
POLI638 The Politics of International Economy 
POLI642 Strategies of Development in Africa 
POLI654 Democracy and Governance in Africa 
POLI656 Human Rights in Africa 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Student numbers increased from 2597 in the previous year to 4706. The 
breakdown is indicated below. This is undoubtedly the biggest student intake in 
any single Department in the University. 
Undergraduate 
Level 100 1135 
Level 200 1357 
Level 300 1135 
Level 400 1036 
International Students ---..:13 
4706 
Graduate 
M.Phil. I 8 
M.Phil. 2 9 
Ph.D. --1Q 
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STAFF 
The teaching staff strength stood at seventeen in the first semester and eighteen 
in the second semester. A breakdown of the overall staff at post was as follows: 
3 Professors 
I Associate Professor 
I Visiting Professors 
4 Senior Lecturers 
9 Lecturers 
3 Senior Staff 
4 Junior Staff 
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Out of this number 1 Lecturer was on study leave. 1 Professor and 1 Senior Lecturer 
were on contract. 1 Visiting Professor was attached to the Department. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
The Department continues to make enormous contributions to society by way of 
promotion of research. teaching and publication as well as extension services. 
Individual research activities were in areas such as governance. human rights. 
elections. the military in politics. civil society. decentralization. conflict. foreign 
policy. corruption. gender. the environment. leadership styles in Ghana and other 
African countries. the role of NGOs in fostering good governance and development 
at the local level in Africa. institutional reforms and policy outcomes. state 
capacity. co-production of services between state and non-state actors. taxation 
in the informal sector. reforming the African public services. popular participation 
in local governance. and challenges to chieftaincy in the 21" Century. and 
Globalization and Africa. Collective action around service delivery; e-governance 
in Ghana; financing democracy; organizational culture oftax officials and training 
programmes and institutions for loca l human resources; Building the liberal 
democratic "developmental state" in Africa; Ghana at 50: A retrospective and 
prospective analysis; CODESRIA Multinational Working Group (MWG) on 
Citizenship a nd Identity in Contemporary Africa. 
BENEFACTORS 
The department continued to benefit from book donations. especially from Ghana 
Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Ayee, J .R.A. 
"Public Sector Management in Africa". Economic Research Working Paper 
(African Development Bank), No. 82. (November) 2005: 1-60. 
(with Richard Crook) "Urban Service Partnerships. 'Street level Bureaucrats' 
and Environmental Sanitation in Kumasi and Accra. Ghana: Coping with 
Organisational Change in the Public Bureaucracy". Development Policy Review. 
ISSN 0950-6764 (print); ISSN 1467-7679 (on line) Vol. 24. No. 1 (2006). pp. 
51-73. 
"Ghana" in Bogdan Szajkowski (ed.) Political Parties of the World 6 th edn. ISBN 
0-9543811-4-9 (John Harper: London. 2005). pp. 258-260. 
-Voting Patterns in the 2004 Elections" in Friedrich Ebert Foundation. 
Elections 2004: Ghana Parliamentary and Presidential Elections ISBN 9988-
572-88-3 (Electoral Commission of Ghana/Friedrich Ebert Foundation: Accra. 
November 2005), pp. 82-100. 
• -Political Leadership and Democratic Consolidation". in K. Boafo-Arthur (ed.) 
Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective . (Thematic 
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Studies) . ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. Vol. I. (Freedom Publications: Accra. 2006), 
Chapter 6 : 79-99. 
• ·Political Participation. Democratic Consolidation and Elections in Ghana: 
The Case of the Akan. Anlo and Keta Constituencies in the Volta Region". in 
K. Boafo-Arthur (ed.) Voting Jor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in 
Perspective, Constituency Studies, ISBN 9988-7716-6-3. Vol. 2. (Freedom 
Publications: Accra. 2006). Chapter 5: 89-115. 
·Some Thoughts on the Institutional Representation of Chiefs in the District 
Assemblies and Sub-District Structures". in Irene Odotei and Albert Awedoba 
(eds.) Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture. Governance and Development. ISBN 13: 
978-9988-550-74-2; 10: 9988-550-74-X (Sub-Saharan Publishers: Accra. 
2006). Section III: 55-63. . 
"Leading Large States". in Christopher Clapham. J effrey Herbst and Greg 
Mills leds.) Big African States: Angola. Sudan. DRC. Ethiopia. Nigeria and South 
Africa ISBN 1 868144259. ISBN 978 1 868144259 (Wits University Press: 
Johannesburg. 2006). Chapter 11 : 256-272. 
• "Accountability for Pro-Poor Local Governance in Africa". in Karin Millett. 
Dele Olowu and Robert Cameron (eds.) Local Governance and Poverty Reduction 
in Africa (JOint Africa Institute: Washington. 2006). Chapter 6: 127-150. 
Boafo-Arthur. K. 
·Strengthening the G8-Africa Partnership: African Performance". in J. Brian 
Atwood. Robert S. Brown and Princeton N. Lyman (eds.). Freedom. Prosperity 
and Security: G8 partnership with Africa: Sea Island 2004 and Beyond, CSR NO. 
2A, CoWlCil on Foreign Relations. 2005. pp.34-48. 
"Rawlings' Former PreSidency: A Threat to Democracy 1n GhanaT in Roger 
Southall arid Henning Melber led .), Legacies oJPower: Leadership Change and 
Former Presidents in African Politics. The NordiC African Institute: Uppsala, 
2006, pps. 256-280. 
"The 2004 General Elections: An Overview" in Kwame Boafo-Arthur led.) Voting 
Jor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, ISBN 9988-7716-5-
7, Vol. 1 , (Freedom Publica tion. Accra: 2006). pp.33-58. 
"The Quest for National Reconciliation in Ghana: Challenges and Prospects" 
in Kwame Boafo-Arthur led.). VotingJor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections 
in Perspective. Vo1.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publication. Accra: 2006). 
pp.127-156. 
-Introduction" in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed .). VonngJor Democracy in Ghana: 
The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vo1.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom 
Publication. Accra: 2006). pp. l-16. 
"The 2004 General Elections: A Comparative Analysis of Election Surveys in 
Mfantseman West. Mfantseman East, and Cape Coast Constituencies" in 
Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed .). VotingJor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections 
in Perspective. Vo1.2 . ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom. 
Publication. Accra: 2006). pp.169-186. 
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Ninsin. K.A. 
"Left in the Ditch: Africa and the Dialectics of Globalization". in K. Konadu-
Agyeman and Kwamina Panford (eds.) Africa's Development in the Twenty-first 
Century, (Ashgate: 2006). pp. 49 -67. 
"Institutional Development and Democratic Consolidation". in K. Boafo-Arthur 
(ed.) Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vol. 1. 
ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006). pp. 59 -78. 
"Dome Kwabenya and Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituencies: A Study in Voter 
Choice in the December 2004 Elections" in K. Boafo-Arthur (ed.) Voting for 
Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective Vol. 2. ISBN 9988-
7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006). pp. 187 - 205. 
Gyimah-Boadi. E. 
(with Mike Bratton and Robert Mattes) Public Opinion. Democracy and Market 
Reform in Aftica. (Cambridge University Press: 2005). 
(with Emmanuel Asante) "Ethnic Structure. Inequality and Public Sector 
Governance in Ghana", in YusufBangura (ed.). Ethnic Inequalities and Public 
Sector Govemance. (Palgrave: 2006). pp. 241-260. 
(with Robert Mattes) "Ghana and South Africa: Assessing the Quality of 
Democracy" in Larry Diamond and Leonardo Morlino (eds.). AsseSSing the 
Quality ofD emocracy, (Baltimore, The Johns Hopkins University Press, 2005), 
pp. 1238-273. 
"Reconciliation - Comparative Perspectives" in Pubic forum on Reconciling 
the Nation. (Friedrich Ebert Foundation, Accra: 2005). pp.II-22. 
(with David Booth, Richard Crook, Tony Killick and Robin Luckham, and 
Nana Boateng), "What are the Drivers of Change in Ghana?", CDD JODI Briefing 
Paper No. I, Accra, 2005. 
Arisah-Koi. K. 
• "Ethnicity, Ethno-Centrism, and National Security in Ghana", LegonJoumal 
ofIntemationalAffairs, Vol. 3 No.1, May 2006; pp. 39-49. 
• "The Intelligence Factor in National Affairs: Kofi Bentum Quantson Speaks 
for Intelligence"; a Book Review in LegonJoumal ofIntemationalAffairs, Vol 2 
No.2, November 2005; pp 116-126. 
"Beyond the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child: Promoting 
Child Rights in Ghana", Legon Joumal of Intemational Affairs. Vol. 2 No.1; 
May 2005; pp. 26-41. 
Frempong. A.K.D. 
"The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS): The Search 
for Peace and Democratic Governance", LegonJoumal ofIntemational Affairs, 
Vol.3 , No 1, May 2006, pp.20-38. 
• "Ethnicity, Democracy and Ghana's Election 2004", in Kwame Boafo-Arthur. 
(ed.) Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol. 1 , 
ISBN 9988-7716-5-7, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 157-186. 
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"The Politics of Election 2004 in the Nkawkaw and Afram Plains South 
Constituencies: Continuity or ChangeT in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.). Voting 
jor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 9988-
7716-6-5, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 207-230. 
"NEPAD and the African Peer Review Mechanism: Prospects and Challenges" 
in Isaac 0, Albert, (ed.), Perspectives on Peace and Conjlict in Africa, Institute 
of African Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies Programme, University of 
Ibadan, Ibadan: Archers Press, 2005, pp. 312-324. 
Debrah. E, 
"Political Parties and Electoral Competition", in Ghana in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur, (ed.) Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, 
Vol. I, ISBN 9988-7716-5-7, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 10 1-126. 
• "Election 2004 and Politics in Upper West Akim and New Juabeng South 
Constituencies", in in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.), Voting jor Democracy in 
Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 9988-7716-6-5, (Freedom 
Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 17-40. 
Anebo. F.K.G. 
"Issue Salience Versus Ethnic Voting in the 2004 Elections", in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur. (ed.) Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. 
Vol. I, ISBN 9988-7716-5-7, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006). pp. 187-210. 
Allah-Mensah. B. 
Poverty Reduction, Democratic Consolidation and Ghana's 2004 Elections 
in Kwame Boafo-Arthur, (ed.) Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections 
in Perspective, Vol.l, ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 
2006), pp. 237-258. 
• The 2004 December General Elections: A Comparative Analysis of Evalue 
Gwira and Ellembelle Constituencies in the Western Region", in Kwame 
Boafo-Arthur (ed.), Voting jor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in 
Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), 
pp.273-286. 
Amponsah. N. 
Ghana's Democratic Development National and Local Dimensions, in Kwame 
Boafo-Arthur, (ed.) Voting jor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in 
Perspective, VoU, ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006). 
pp.277-293. 
"Political Traditions and Elecoral Politics in Kintampo North and South, 
Sissala West and Wa Central Constituencies", in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.), 
Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 
9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 287-309. 
Drah.F.K. 
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The 2004 General Elections: A Study of Okaikoi South and Ayawaso Central 
Constituencies", in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.), Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: 
The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 9988-7716-6-5, (Freedom 
Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 131-168. 
Essuman-Johnson, A. 
A. "The 2004 Elections in Four Constituencies: Bolga, Bongon, Gomoa West and 
KEEA" , in in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.), Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 
2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, ISBN 9988-7716-6-5, (Freedom 
Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 41-62. 
Aggrey-Darkoh, E. 
"Manhyia, Oforikrom and Suame Constituencies in the 2004 Elections in 
the Context of Democratic Consolidation in Ghana" in Kwame Boafo-Arthur 
(ed.), Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, Vol.2, 
ISBN 9988-7716-6-5, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 257 -272. 
Ahiawordor, S.K.M. 
"An Analysis of the 2004 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections in Ketu 
North and Ketu South Constituencies ofthe Volta Region" in in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur (ed.), Votingjor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective, 
Vol.2, ISBN 9988-7716-6-5, (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp. 309-328. 
CONFERENCES/SENUNARS/WORKSHOPS 
Ayee,J.R.A. 
Second Annual General and SCientific Meeting of the Ghana College of 
Physicians and Surgeons held from December 7-9, 2005 at the Accra 
International Conference Centre. Paper presented: "Some Thoughts on the 
Health System in Ghana". 
Workshop on "State Capacity Building" held on 16-18 January, 2006 at the 
Institute of Development Studies (IDS), University of Sussex, Brighton, UK. 
Paper presented: "Politics of State Capacity Building in Africa". 
Stakeholders Forum on Validation oflndicators for MonitOring Corruption in 
Ghana organized by the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) and the 
German Technical Cooperation (GTZ) held on 15-16 March, 2006 at the 
Novotel Hotel, Accra: Paper presented: "National Corruption Monitoring 
Indicators in Ghana". 
Two-Day Internal Training Workshop on Corruption for Anti-Corruption 
Officers of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice 
(CHRAJ) held on 15-16 June, 2006 at the Ellking Hotel, Accra. Paper 
presented: "Corruption: Concepts, Types and Forms". 
Three-day Workshop on Decentralization and Traditional Authorities under 
the theme "The Role of Chiefs in Ghana's Decentralization and Development 
Process" held on Augu:st 16-18, 2006 at Volta Hotel. Akosombo, organized by 
the National House of Chiefs and sponsored by the Konrad Adenauer 
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/ Foundation. Paper presented: "The Participation of Chiefs in Modern 
Decentralization in Ghana". 
Gyimah-Boadi. E. 
Attended conference in Washington DC (US) organized by the United States 
Institute of Peace (USIP) on the theme:- Democracy in Africa: Political 
Transition and Violence in Togo. Guinea. and Zimbabwe - from September 
13 to 18. 2005 and delivered a keynote paper on the topic: "Civil Society in 
Africa's Political Transition." 
Attended and served as co-moderator of forum of selected African presidents. 
African and German political, business and civic/cultural leaders in Bonn 
in November 2005 under the Federal President of Germany's "Partnership 
with Africa" initiative. 
Attended two workshops in Copenhagen. Denmark from February 27 to March 
03 2006: Delivered a paper on the topic "Transitioning from quasi-military 
to democratic rule: reflections on the recent Ghanaian experience at a 
workshop of the Danish Institute for International Studies and the 
Governance. Economic Public Administration (GEPPA); Presented a paper on 
the topic: ''The implications for partnership between developing countries 
and donors when the political economy dimension is taken into account: 
The case of Ghana" at the DANIDA Human Rights and Good Governance 
Seminar. 
Attended Africa Day event and made a keynote presentation on the topic: 
"How Africans View Elections: Evidence from the Afrobarometer" at the Africa 
day Event at The Hague. Netherlands April 22. 2006. 
Attended African Policy Forum Lecture Series of the Inter-Mrica Group's in 
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia on May 11. 2006. Presented a paper on the topiC: 
"Democracy and Public Opinion in Africa - evidence from the Afrobarometer". 
Ansah-Koi. K. 
Served as a Resource Person at the January 2005 New Year School organized 
by the University's Institute of Adult Education. Legon. Accra. 
Served as a Directing Staff at the Internal Crises Management Course 
organized in April 2006 by the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff 
College. Teshie. Accra. 
Served as Co-ordinator for the Governance segment of the Security Sector 
Governance and Management Course held in August 2006 by the Ghana 
Armed Forces Command and Staff College. Taught General Paper at the 
Police College. Tesano. Accra. 
Attended a conference organized by the Libyan Centre for Studies and 
Research in Sirte. Libya in August 2006. Presented a paper titled "Under-
Tree Debate Systems in Africa: A Larteh-Akwapim Case Study". 
Attended a Roundtable Conference on Conflict, Peace Building. and Mediation 
organized in November 2006 by the Historical Society of Ghana. Novotel Hotel. 
Accra. Presented a paper on "Ghana's Role in International Conflict 
Resolution". 
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Frempong. AK.D. 
• Rapporteur-General: ECOWAS Brainstorming and Expert Planning Workshop 
on "National Human Rights Institutions in West Africa". Accra. 5-6 July 2006. 
Participant: International Conference on ECOWAS at 30: Milestones in 
Regional Integration. Nigeria Institute of International Affairs (NIIAJ. Lagos. 
Nigeria. 23-24 May 2006. Paper Presented: "Monitoring Democratic Governance 
within ECOWAS: The Theory and Practice". 
Participant: The Nordic Africa Institute (Uppsala) Conference on Post-Conflict 
Elections in West Africa: Challenges for Democracy and Reconstruction. 
Accra. Ghana 15-17 May 2006. Paper Presented: "Dilemmas of Post-Conflict 
Elections: An Analysis of Liberia's 1997 and 2005 Elections." 
Participant: International Conference on Conflict Prevention ·and Resolution 
in Africa in Africa in the Post-Cold War International System. Institute of 
African Studies. University of Mohammed V-Souissi. Rabat. Morocco. 26-28 
April 2006. Paper Presented: "Civil Society and the Prevention of Violent 
Election Conflict: The Case of Ghana". 
Resource Person: Ministry of Regional Cooperation and NEPAD/ Konrad 
Adenauer Foundation Workshop on Security and Peacekeeping Components 
of the National Policy for Regional Cooperation. Elmina. Central Region. 
Ghana. 13-16 November 2005. Paper Presented: "An Assessment of the 
ECOWAS Mechanism for Conflict Prevention. Management. Resolution. 
Peace-Keeping and Security." 
• Resource Person: Parliamentary Select Committee on Foreign Affairs/ 
Ministry of Foreign Affairs/ Friedrich Ebert Stifung/LEClA Workshop on 
Ghana's Quest for Regional Integration and Security. Ho. Volta Region. Ghana 
4-6 November 2005. Paper Presented: "West African Conflicts and the 
Management Process in the Light of Existing Protocols". 
Rapporteur-General: UNESCO/Institute for DemocratiC Governance (lDEG) 
National Seminar on "Nation States and the Challenge of Integration in 
West Africa: The Case of Ghana. Accra. 8-9 November 2005. 
DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOWGY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continues to train young graduates in psychology. both at the 
undergraduate and graduate levels within the constraints of increasing number 
of students. The Department continues to be one of the largest in the Faculty and 
University at large in terms of student numbers. However. the Department is 
still housed in a building that was meant to be a temporary structure since the 
establishment of the Department in 1967. It is also disheartening to know that 
our staffing position is very poor. Despite these constraints. the Department 
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continues to work towards its long tenn mission and is becoming a center for 
excellence. This is particularly so for its postgraduate programs in Clinical and 
Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Each year, we have numerous applicants 
to these programmes hence making admissions· very keen. Enrollment attracts 
not only psychology graduates but also those with medical and public health 
backgrounds as well as phannacy. 
In April 2006, in conjunction with the University of Ghana Association of Psychology 
Students (UNIGAPS), the Psychology Week was celebrated. This time, it was with 
a difference in that an alumni homecoming was part of the celebration. The 
platfonn was used to sensitize alumni of the Department to come back and help 
promote the welfare of the department. This celebration set the tone for a bigger 
Homecoming in April 2007. 
The UNIGAPS continue to support the Department in various ways. In the year 
under review, for example, UNIGAPS started a computerization project in the 
Department's library where books are catalogued. This will facilitate the 
identification of library books and other reference materials. 
In the year under review, the Department held its first ever workshop on "Lifestyle 
and Health" in July, 2006, with the theme "Promoting physical and psychological 
wellbeing for better productivity". This was in line with the objectives of the 
Department to reach out to Ghanaians and sensitize them on the need for attitude 
and behavioural change. 
However. the Department is faced with the challenge of providing office space for 
faculty, postgraduate students and National Service Personnel. We also lack a 
well-equipped laboratory to conduct our psychological experiments. In conjunction 
with the University's mission statement. we believe these challenges must be 
addressed in the near future to help realize this miSSion. 
COURSES 
A wide range of courses were offered at the undergraduate level. In all about 30 
courses were offered at Levels 100, 200, 300, and 400. There was a marked 
increase in the number of students who offered psychology both as single subject 
majors and combined majors. 
Two postgraduate programs were offered at the postgraduate level. These are 
Clinical Psychology and Industrial/Organizational Psychology programmes. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
The breakdown of students per level is as follows: 
Level 100 1150 
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Level 200 1457 
Level 300 1227 
Level 400 1038 
M. Phil 71 
Ph.D 4 
Total - 4847 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Two new lecturers. Mrs. Angela Anarti Gyasi-Gyamerah and Mr. Joseph Osafo. 
were recruited to strengthen the staffing position of the Department. More 
appointments are expected in the next academic year. The academic staff strength 
for the period was 17. made up of: 
Prof. S. A. Danquah Professor (On Contract) 
Prof. J. Y. Opoku Associate Professor 
Dr. A. Afrifa Senior Lecturer 
Dr. R. Akuamoah-Boateng Senior Lecturer 
Dr. Charity S. Akotia Senior Lecturer & Head of Department 
Dr. B. Amponsah Senior Lecturer 
Mr.A.Anum Lecturer (On study leave) 
Mr. C.B. Wiafe Akenten Lecturer 
Mr. M. Asumeng Lecturer (On study leave) 
Mr. S. Atindanbila Lecturer 
Mrs. Margaret Amankwah-Poku Lecturer 
Mrs. Angela Anarfi Gyasi-Gyamerah Lecturer 
Mr. Joseph Osafo Lecturer 
Mrs. Rachel Phillips Lecturer (Part time) 
Dr. J. J. Lamptey Senior Lecturer (Part time) 
Ms. Sarah Adoo Lecturer (Part time) 
Non-Academic Staff 
Mr. J. J. Mensah Chief Technician 
Mrs. Joyce Ahadome PrinCipal Administrative Assistant 
Ms. Elizabeth Kudjo Senior Administrative Assistant 
Mrs. Mary Amepetepey Administrative Assistant 
Ms. Lydia Quao Clerk Grade 1 
Mr. Francis Asandor Senior Headman 
There were 20 National Service Personnel and 5 Graduate Assistants during the 
period under review. 
Visitors 
The Department hosted Professors Birthe L. Knizek and Heidi Hjelmeland. from 
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NTNU in October. 2005 who came to finalize a memorandum of understanding 
between our Department and the Department of Psychology. NTNU. Trondheim. 
BENEFACTORS 
The Department was a benefiCiary of many individuals and organizations. These 
include Professors Birthe Loa Knizek and Heidi Hjelmeland, both from the 
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) , Dr. Rose Schroeder, a 
former lecturer at the Department and Professor Mate Kole. Action Care, an 
NGO also donated several books to the Department. We are grateful to them for 
their support. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Opoku,J. Y. 
• Opoku, J. Y. (2005). A short guide to research writing in the social sciences 
and education (2nd ed.) Accra: Ghana Universities Press. 
Opoku, J. Y. (2006). Tutorials in StatisticsJ or Social and Educational Research. 
Tema: Best Image Printers 
Opoku, J. Y. (2006). Tutorials in InJerential Social Statistics (2nd ed.). Accra: 
Ghana Universities Press. 
Opoku, J. Y. Some theoretical and practical problems associated with the 
use of Western instruments for measuring cognitive abilities on the African 
continent. In H. Lauer & K. Anyidoho (eds.J. Reappraising Social Sciences and 
HurnanitiesjromAjiicanPerspectives. (To be published in 2007 by Sub-Saharan 
Publishers). 
Akotia, C. S. 
Akotia, C. S .. & Barimah, K. B. (in press). The History of Community Psychology 
in Ghana. In S. Reich, M. Riemer, I. Prtlleltensky, & M. Montero (eds.J. 
History and TIleory oJCommunity PsychDlogy: An International perspective. New 
York: Springer Science & Business Media. 
Akotia, C. S., & Barimah, K. B. (in press). Community psychology in Ghana: 
Challenges, Successes and Prospects, Journal oj PsychDlogy in Africa. 
Amponsah, B., Akotia, C. S., & Olowu, A. (2006). Ghana. In J. Georgas, J. 
Berry, F. Vijver, C. Kagitcibasi & Y. H. Pootinga (eds.). Families Across Cultures: 
A 30-Nation Study. London: Cambridge University Press. 
Amponsah, B. 
Amponsah, B .. Akotia, C. S .. & Olowu, A. (2006). Ghana. In J. Georgas, J. 
Berry, F. Vijver, C. Kagitcibasi &Y. H. Pootinga (eds.). Families Across Cultures: 
A 30-Nation Study. London: Cambridge University Press. 
Wiafe Akenten, C. B. 
Wiafe Akenten: Aggressive behaviour among children and teenagers 
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resulting from exposure to violence on television and video games: Article 
submitted to The INTEGR1\TER for review and publication (Sept. 2006). 
• Wiafe Akenten: Effects of exposure to violence on television and video games 
on aggressive behaviour among children and teenagers: Article submitted 
to the Social Science Journal (Oct. 2006). 
Atindanbila. S. 
Atindanbila, S. (2006). The Psychological Implications of Frafra Names 
(Ghana). Cultural Anthropology: Aspects ofL anguage. Culture, & Family Issues 
in Ghana. (West Africa). Europa: Lincom. 
PROJECTS/RESEARCH IN PROGRESS 
Opoku.J. Y. 
Regression analysis for Social Science Research (In collaboration with I. G. 
Ackar) 
Psychology for Everyday Living: Readings in Psychology for the Layperson 
(Vol. 2). 
The influence oflanguage of instruction and social background on academic 
performance among primary school children. (In collaboration with G. 
Hanson). 
Akuamoah-Boateng. R 
The moderating effect of retirement planning and the effect of organizational 
downsizing on terminated employees. 
Retirement planning and retirement adjustment 
• Retirement planning and retirement satisfaction 
Akotia. C. S. 
. Cross-cultural studies on suicide and suicide prevention 
• Cross-cultural studies on personal responsibility 
Challenges faced by women in traditional versus non-traditional occupations 
Amponsah. B. 
Family structure and function across cultures: Psychological variations 
• Child rearing practices and their impact on development of cognitive spatial 
skills 
Moral reasoning and development among Ghanaian children 
Wiafe Akenten. C. 
Religiousity and wellbeing among Ghanaians 
Skin bleaching: Internalized racism or social capital? 
Amankwah-Poku. M 
Stress and hyperglycemic control among diabetic patients 
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Influence of family support on the glycemic control of diabetic patients 
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS 
DjUlquah. S. A. 
July 6th to lOth. 2006. Attended the 16th Annual Conference of the Canadian 
Psychological Association. Halifax. Nova Scotia. Canada. Paper presented on 
"Goal Attainment Scaling in Psychotherapy: An Evaluation methodfor measuring 
treatment outcome". . 
Akotia. C. S. 
• January 21-30.2006: Workshop on Cross-Cultural Research on Suicide and 
Suicide Prevention. organized by the Department of Psychology. NTNU. 
Trondheim. in Kampala. Uganda. Presented papers on "An Overview ofS uicide 
in Ghana" and "Understanding Suicidal Behaviour: A Psychological Autopsy 
Approach" 
September 12- 16. 2005: Presented a poster at the 13th World Congress of 
the International AsSOCiation for Suicide Prevention. Durban. South Mrica 
on "Estimation ofp revalence ofs uicidal behaviour in Ghana and UgW1da" (with 
Hjelmeland. H. Knizek. LB .. & Kinyanda. E.) 
• September 12- 16. 2005: Presented a poster at the 13th World Congress of 
the International Association for Suicide Prevention. Durban. South Mrica 
on "Psychology Students' attitudes toward suicide prevention in GhW1a" (with 
Hjelmeland. H .. Schroeder. R. & Knizek. B. L.) . 
July 12th and 13th. 2006. Attended a workshop on Lifestyle and Health: 
Promoting physical and psychological well-being for better productivity" 
organized by the Department of Psychology. University of Ghana. Legon. Accra. 
Amponsah.B. 
August 11-15.2006: Presented a paper at the 18th International Congress 
of the International Association of Cross-Cultural Psychology. Spetses. 
Greece on "TIle Validity ofs ocial dimensions in describing the culture ofa  society: 
The case of Ghana" (with Sam. D. L.) 
• August 11-15. 2006: Presented a paper on "TIle structure offertility attitudes 
arrwng Sub-SaharW1 AfricW1 Women: TIle case of three generations ofGhW1aiW1 
women" at the 18th International Congress of the International Association 
of Cross-Cultural Psychology. Spetses. Greece (with Sam. D.L. . & Hetland. 
J .). 
Amankwah-Poku. M. 
March. 2006: Facilitated a training programme for teachers of Morning Star 
School on "Learning disabilities and disruptive behaviour disorders'. 
• June. 2006: Gave a lecture on "The National Reconciliation CommiSSion 
(NRC) and the Counsellor" to visiting students from James Madison 
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University. U.S.A. June. 2006. 
July. 2006: Gave a lecture on "Health and Healing: The Modern and 
. Traditional Perspective of Psychotherapy in Ghana" to visiting students from 
North Carolina State University. U.S.A. 
July. 2006: Delivered a talk on "Sexual Behaviour: The Need for Behavioural 
Change" at a workshop on Workshop On "Lifestyle and Health: Promoting 
Physical And Mental Wellbeing For Better Productivity". organized by the 
Department of Psychology. University of Ghana. 
July 4th- July 14th. 2006: Participant at a workshop on "Building Capacity 
for Cardiovascular Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention and 
Control in Sub-Saharan Africa". Organized by International Union for Health 
Promotion and Education (IUHPE) & Centers for Disease Control (CDC). 
Gyasi-Gyamerah, A. A. 
July 12th and 13th. 2006: Workshop on "Lifestyle and Health: Promoting 
physical and psychological wellbeing for better productivity". organized by 
the Department of Psychology. University of Ghana. Legon in Accra. 
July 6. 2006: Workshop faCilitator for Training workshop organized by 
Streetwise Project. an Outreach Project under ISSER. University of Ghana. 
Legon. 
Osafo.J. 
August 23-24. 2006: Attended a collaborative training workshop organized 
with the Department of Social Welfare for counselors at Akosombo and 
presented a seminar on "Introduction to the effects ofWFCL". 
• August 23-24. 2006: Attended a collaborative training workshop organized 
with the Department of Social Welfare for counselors at Akosombo and 
presented a paper on "TIle relevance ofc ommunication strategies and principles 
in counseling chUdren in WFCL". . 
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL WORK 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Social Work is a young and promising Department tasked 
with the responsibility of offering courses in the field of SOCial Work. Currently 
the Department has a student population of nine hundred and fourteen (914). 
Out of this number seventy-four (74) are graduate students. The Department has 
a staff strength of eight senior members (three of whom are on study leave) two 
senior staff and two junior staff. The Department depends on part-time lecturers 
to augment the strength of the teaching staff. To minimize the reliance on part-
time lecturers. the Department has put a scheme in place to attract some of the 
graduate students who have the flair for teaching. 
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This young promising Department is a tottering structure, lacking the needed 
resources to grow. It has been dispossessed of a chunk of its property. While it 
has embarked upon recruitment drive, office space has become a limiting factor. 
Despite this handicap the Department is making headway. 
The Department runs a Diploma, undergraduate and Post graduate courses. The 
Diploma course is to be transformed from a regular Diploma Programme to an 
intensive Sandwich Programme to facilitate easy access to the public from 2006/ 
2007 academic year. . 
COURSES 
LEVEL 100 
SOWKlOl Development and Social Issues 
SOWK102 Strategies for Social Development 
LEVEL 200 
SOWK201 History of Social Work 
SOWK202 Philosophy of Social Work 
SOWK203 Nature of Social Work 
SOWK204 Social Work and Social Problems 
LEVEL 300 
t 
Core 
SOWK301 Working with Individuals 
SOWK302 Working with Communities 
SOWK303 Social Theories for Social Policy 
SOWK304 Social Welfare and Social Policy 
SOWK305 Human Growth and Development 
SOWK306 Personality Development & Behaviour Disorders 
SOWK309 Introduction to Social Work Research 
SOWK312 Quantitative Methods in Social Research 
SOWK314 Long Vacation Field Work 
Electives 
SOWK307 Working with Older People 
SOWK308 Working with Persons with HN / AIDS 
SOWK310 Women and Children's Rights & Protection 
SOWK311 Victimology 
SOWK315 Community Entry Techniques in Social Work 
SOWK319 Deviance and Correctional Services 
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SOWK320 Medical Social Work 
LEVEL 400 
Core 
SOWK400 Long Essay 
SOWK401 Human Rights in Social Work Practice 
SOWK402 Working with Children 
SOWK403 Approaches to Counselling 
SOWK404 Working with Groups 
SOCI 405 SOCial Work and the Law Courts 
SOWK406 Admin .. Mgt & Evaluation 
SOWK407 Organizational Planning in Social Work Practice 
SOWK408 Concurrent Fieldwork 
Electives 
SOWK411 Industrial and Labour Relations 
SOWK412 Family Welfare 
SOWK4l3 School Social Work 
SOWK4l4 Social Gerontology 
SOWK4l5 Gender Issues 
SOWK416 Problems of Rehabilitation 
SOWK418 Working with People in Need of Protection 
DIPLOMA I 
SOCIOOI BasiC Concepts in Sociology 
SOC I 002 Comparative Social Institutions 
SOWKOOI Theoretical Framework for Social Work Methodology 
SOWK002 Methods of Social Work 
SOWK003 Introduction to Social Work 
SOWK004 Elementary Models of Social Policy 
SOWK005 Techniques of Social Research I 
SOWK006 Techniques of Social Research II 
SOWK018 Fieldwork in Theory and Practice (for 8 weeks During Long 
Vacation) 
PSYC 001 Introduction to Psychology I 
PSYC002 Introduction to Psychology II 
Electives 
ECONOOI Economic Institutions 
POLl 002 Political Institutions 
SOClOO3 Traditional Ghanaian Social Institutions 
SOCI004 Social Structure of Modem Ghana 
DIPLOMA II 
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Core 
SOWK040 Long Essay 
SOWK 041 Community Organization 
SOWK042 Community Development 
SOWK 043 Introduction to Social Development 
SOWK044 Development Issues and Social Planning 
SOWK Q45 Social Psychology 1 
SOWK046 Social Psychology II 
SOWK058 Fieldwork in Theory & Practice (2 weeks during Inter 
Semester Break) 
Electives 
SOCI 042 Penology 
SOC I 043 Rural Sociology 
SOWK044 Urban Sociology 
SOWK048 Social Deviance and Control 
SOWK 051 Adult Education Method I 
SOWK052 Adult Education II 
SOWK054 Industrial Welfare 
MPHIL 
Year I - Core 
SOWK 601 History of Social Work and NGO Development 
SOWK 602 Human Resource Development 
SOWK603 Strategic Planning for Social Welfare 
SOWK604 Strategic Planning for Community Development 
SOWK605 Social Issues in Contemporary Ghana 
SOWK 606 Research & Evaluation Methodology in Social Work 
SOWK607 The African Family and Social Transformation 
SOWK616 Applied Social Work I 
SOWK618 Applied Social Work II 
SOWK620 Seminar I 
Electives 
SOWK 608 Culture. Gender & Development 
SOWK610 Ageing & the Life Cycle 
SOWK609 Work with Children and Youth 
SOWK612 Reproductive Health 
SOWK613 Project Development and Management 
SOWK614 Communication for Development 
SOWK615 Conflict Management and Resolution 
YEAR II 
SOWK618 Applied Social Work I 
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SOWK600 Thesis 
SOWK630 Seminar II 
STUDENT NUMBERS FOR 2005/2006 ACADEMIC YEAR 
GRADUATE 
MA 42 
MPhii .32. 
Total 74 
UNDERGRADUATE 
Level 100 181 
Level 200 275 
Level 300 152 
Level 400 lQ2 
Total 710 
DIPLOMA IN SOCIAL ADMINISTRATION 
Dip. I 74 
Dip II 56 
Total 130 
GRAND TOTAL 914 
STAFF 
The staffing position in the year 2005/2006 is as follows: 
SENIOR MEMBERS: 
Dr. Stephen Ay'idiya Acting Head of Department 
Mr. P.K. Abrefah Coordinator of Social Administration 
Mrs. Cynthia A. Sottie Tutor 
Mr. T.E. Richardson (Study Leave) 
Ms Marie-Antoinette Sossou (Study Leave) 
Mr. B.C. Awedoba Lecturer 
PARr-TIME LECTURERS 
Dr. K. Agyemang-Mensah 
Dr. A.A. Afrifa 
Prof. S.A. Danquah 
Dr. Akosua Darkwa 
Mr. Yaw Owusu-Frimpong 
SENIOR STAFF 
Mr. Nicholas Asuming 
Mr S. A. Adjekum 
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JUNIOR STAFF 
Mrs. Ivy D. Asubonteng-Manu 
Mr. A.Y. F. Attidokpo 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Ayidiya, S. 
Study of factors within communities that support emigration of children to 
cocoa farms in the Upper East Region. 
Sottie, C. A. 
Service needs of sexually abused children submitted for publication. 
The impact of stigma and discrimination on RLWHAS - in progress 
• Profile of perpetrations of child sexual abuse - in progress. 
Awedoba, B. C. 
Children from the Upper East Region in cocoa farms. 
Abrefah, P.K. 
• Unemployment and manpower planning child maintenance laws 
Socio-economic back ground of Social Work Trainees at Legon. 
School Social Work and medical social work in Ghana 
EXTENSION SERVICES 
Ayidiya, S. 
• Member of National Steering Committee for Elimination of Child Labour 
Chain person - Technical Committee for Steering Committee for elimination 
of Child Labour 
• Member of advisory committee on research into child labour. 
Training workshop for districts for the preparation of implementation plans 
for the elimination of child labour 
Sottie, C.A. 
Resource person - Teens and Stress Management - Vacation Bible School-
Calvary Baptist Church June 2nd 2006. 
• Teaching time table coordinator - Department of Social Work. 
• Member - Committee for drafting course modules for HIV / AIDS Prevention 
in the World of Work - Institute of Adult Education. 
Coordination - Bradley School of SOCial Work Scholarships for Needy 
Students. 
Member - council of Advisors -School of Social Worker Association of Ghana. 
Abrefah. P.K. 
Academic Board Member School of Social Work. Osu 
Fieldwork Supervisor in Ghana for Social Work Students of Gothenburg 
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University. Sweden and Haubstadt University College. Norway. 
Awedoba. B.C. 
Organized in service training on HIV / AIDS. Counselling for some service 
providers. nurses and the judiciary. 
Providing Clinical services to students. 
NATIONAL SERVICE AND INTERNSHIP 
Three males and Two female National Service Personnel were posted to the 
Department. They were: Mantey. Samuel ; Ankomah-Asare . . Evans; Abbey. 
Mawunya; Boateng. Doris Akyere and Sowatey Ama Rebecca. 
PRIZE WINNERS 
KENNETH CHRISTMON PRIZE 
For Best Graduating Student in Social Worh- Abisa. Rita - 10: 10086625 (FGPA: 
3.82) 
VERA NYARKO PRIZE 
For Best Student in Social Work Fieldwork - Lily Asihene - 10: 10130895 (Average 
Score: 87%) ." 
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOWGY 
OVERVIEW 
In the academiC year under review. the Department. as in the precious years. 
managed to cope With the ever increasing demand on its human and material 
resources. It Is obvious that the continuous increase in the number of students 
the Department admits each year requires a new strategiC thinking if the 
Department is to continue to provide high quality teaching and learning services. 
To meet the challenge. the Department succeeded in recruiting two lecturers 
one of whom was a visiting lecturer from the University of Ibadan in Nigeria . 
More appOintments are expected in the next academic year. To promote teaching 
and learning. the Department made a Wide appeal for support. As a result. the 
Department received a donation of books from Dr. Korbla Puplampu. one of the 
Department's products and currently a lecturer at Grant MacEwan College in 
Canada. The Departmental library needs expansion not only in terms of stock of 
books but also in terms of physical space. Discussions to address these problems 
are on-going. 
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As part of the learning process. graduate seminars were held to afford graduate 
students the opportunity to defend their theses proposals and to receive inputs 
from peers and lecturers. In all there were 37 of such seminar presentations. 
The Sociology Students Association (SOSA) remains an important source of support 
for the Department. In the academic year under review. SOSA contributed 
substantial amount of money towards the beautification of the Department's 
environs. The Department is most grateful to the SOSA executive. 
In line with the StrategiC Plan of the University. the Department continued to 
actively establish collaboration with some academic and research institutions. 
As a result of this. three female students went on a year's exchange programme 
to the University of Tromso. Norway. This exchange program will not only be 
sustained but also will be deepened in the coming years to the mutual benefit of 
both institutions. 
Like most departments in this University. the Sociology Department is faced 
with a number of problems. Prominent among these are inadequate office 
accommodation for faculty and postgraduate students and halls for lectures and 
tutorials. Indeed. the most tutorials continue to be held out-door which is not 
conducive to effective learning. Another serious handicap for both faculty and 
students is the lack of access to computers and decent place of convenience. 
In the coming years. vigorous effort will be made to address some of these 
impediments so as to properly position the Department to contribute to the 
realization of the mission of the University. 
COURSES 
The Department continuous to run courses at all levels: bachelors. masters and 
doctorate. In the 2005/2006 academic year. student subscription for the various 
courses at the various levels stood as follows: 
Undergraduate 
Level 100 : 1035 
Level 200 : 2321 
Level 300 : 1185 
Level 400 : 1060 
SUB-TOTAL :5.601 
Postgraduate 
Ph.D 6 
MA/MPhii : 45 
SUB-TOTAL: 51 
GRAND TOTAL :5.652 
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SOCIOLOGY COURSES 
LEVEL 100 
SOCI101 : Principles of social Organization 
SOCI102: Diversity of People and Cultures 
LEVEL 200 
SOC1201 : Basic Concepts in Sociology 
SOC! 202: Comparative Social Institutions 
SOC! 203: Traditional Ghanaian Social Institutions 
SOC! 204: Social Structure of Modem Ghana 
LEVEL 300 
CORE 
SOC! 301 : Foundations of Social Thought 
SOC! 302: Perspectives in Social Theory 
SOC1303: Social Psychology 
SOC1304: Groups, Organizations and the Individual 
SOC1305: Research Methods 
SOC1306: Quantitative Methods in Sociology Research. 
ELECTIVES 
SOC! 307: Rural Sociology 
SOC1308: Poverty and Rural Development 
SOC1309: Urban Sociology 
SOC I 310: Culture and Development 
SOCI311: Sociology of Tourism 
SOC1312: Population Studies 
.sOC! 313: Sociology of Religion 
SOC! 314: Sociology of Deviant Behaviour 
SOC! 315: Political Sociology 
SOC1316: Medical Sociology 
SOC! 317: Sociology of the Family 
LEVEL 400 
CORE 
SOC! 400: Project Work/Long Essay 
SOC1401 : Social Anthropology 
SOC1402: Societies and Cultures of Africa 
SOC1403: Theories of Social Development 
SOC1404: The Context of Development and Underdevelopment 
SOC1405: Industrial Sociology I 
SOC1406: !ndustrial sociology II 
SOC! 407: Globalization and Society 
ELECITVES 
SOC! 408: Demographic Analysis 
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SOCI409: Gender Studies 
SOCI411: Sociology of Law 
SOCI412: Contemporary Social Theories 
SOCI413: Advanced Quantitative Techniques 
SOCI414: Globalization and Fonnal Organizations 
SOCI415: The Sociology of Science 
SOC I 416: Penology 
SOCI418: Culture and Reproductive Health 
GRADUATE COURSES 
CORE 
SOCI601: Perspectives in Social Thought 
SOC I 602: Issues of Advanced Social Theory 
SOCI603: Advanced Quantitative Techniques 
SOCI604: Research Methods 
SOCI605: The Sociology of the Third World 
SOCI606: Political Economy of African States 
ELECTIVES 
SOCI607: Transfonnations of Rural Institutions 
SOCI608: Social Life in Urban Communities 
SOCI609: Comparative Religions Institutions 
SOCI610: Globalization and the Developing World 
SOCI611: Sociology of the Family 
SOCI612: Sociology of Deviant Behaviour 
SOCI613: Gender Studies 
SOCI615: Population and Development 
SOCI617: Sociology of Health Institutions 
SOCI618: Personnel management in Industrial Organization 
SOCI619: Sociology of Industrial Organization 
SOCI621: Social Movement and Collective Action 
The Staffing Position in the 2005/2006 Academic Year was as follows: 
Prof. Kodjo A. Senah (Head of Department) 
Prof. Clara K. Fayorsey (On Sabaticalleave) 
Prof. Godfried K. Nukunya 
Prof. John M. Assimeng 
Mr. Emmanuel H. Mends 
Prof. Chris R. K. Abotchie 
Dr. Kofi Ohene-Konadu 
Dr. Martin K Yeboah 
Dr. Dan-Bright Dzorgbo 
Dr. Akosua K Darkwah 
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Rev. Dr. Mike Okyerefo 
Dr. William Ahadzie 
Ms. Betty Akumatey 
Mrs. Fidelia Ohemeng 
Mr. Stephen Afranie 
Mr. Kodjovi Akplabli-Honu 
Mr. K. Oduro- Kwarteng 
Mr. Anarnzoya S. Alhassan 
Senior Staff 
Mrs. Comfort Agbodaze 
Ms. Margaret Ahiagbenyoh 
Junior Staff 
Mr. Thomas Annan 
Mrs. Rosemary Okai- Addo 
Mrs. Ophelia Kyei 
Ms. Salomey Adofoli 
PUBLICATIONS 
In spite of the departmental constraints, senior members managed to combine 
heavy teaching load with conducting researches, publishing and rendering public 
service. The publication profile for the academic year under review is as follows: 
Abotchie. C. R. K. 
Has the position of the chief become anachronistic in contemporary Ghanaian 
politics? In: Irene Odotei and Albert Awedoba, (eds) Chieftaincy in Ghana, 
Culture, Governance and Development 
Perceptions on Chieftaincy. In: Irene Odotei and Albert Awedoba, (eds) 
Chieftaincy in Ghana, Culture, Governance and Development. 
Assimeng. J. M. 
Understanding Society: Introduction to Sociologyfor Afiican Students. Accra: Woeli 
Publishing Services 
Dan-Bright ZORGBO. S. D. 
Joint Authorship: Collaboration paradox: Scientific productivity, internet and 
problems of research in developing countries In: Social Studies ofS cience Vol. 
35 (5): 667-71. 
• Understanding Ghana's Democratic Development in the Context of the 2004 
Elections in Ledzokuku and Ashaiman Constituencies In: Kwame Boafo-
Arthur (ed) Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. 
Accra: Freedom Publications. Pp: 63-88. 
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Okyerefo, M. P. K. 
Pursuing an Effective Pre-university Education in Ghana: Theory and Praxis. 
Legon Journal of Sociology 2( 1): 
Senah, K.A. 
Joint Authorship: Child Labour Productivity and Wages: Case Study of Coastal 
Fishing Communities and Local Restaurants in Ghana . LEGLA 2 (2):89-115. 
Tetteh, P. M. Y. 
Joint Authorship: Religions and Moral Education (Textbook and Teaching 
handbook for Primary and JSS students). Accra Government Printer. 
Tonah, S. 
• Chieftaincy Succession Disputes and the Challenge to Traditional Authority. 
Research Review 21 (1):45-47. 
Diviners, Malams. God and the Context for Paramount Chiefship in 
Mamprugu . Anthropos 21(1) : 1-15. 
The Presidential SpeCial Initiative on Cassava: A Bane or Blessing to Ghana's 
Farmers? Ghana Joumal ofD evelopment 3 (1): 66-83. 
The Challenge of Fulani Pastoralism in Ghana. LEGLA 3(1): 75-94. 
Yeboah,K. 
Annual Progress Report on the Human Research Development (GPRS) Accra: 
Government Printer 
Ghana Human Development Report - Chapter 1Wo. Accra: Government Printer. 
INSTITUTE OF ADULT EDUCATION 
OVERVIEW 
The year under review was a busy and challenging one. The Diploma in Adult 
Education was successfully transferred from the Legon campus to the Awudome 
Residential Adult College at Tsito. The M.A. (Adult Education) Sandwich programme 
was introduced. 1\vo proposals worth nearly US$400,OOO submitted to the Teaching 
and Learning Innovation Fund (TALIF) were success ful and a syllabus for a B.A. 
(Adult Education) programme was developed and taken through the Board of Faculty 
of Social Studies. 
STAFFING 
The academic staff position for the year under review is indicated below 
Associate Professor 1 
Senior Resident Tutors 3 
Resident Tutors 14 
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One Resident Tutor is currently pursuing a PhD programme at the University of 
Exeter. U.K and another one In the United States pursing a Professional 
Counselling programme. 
Senior Staff 56 
Junior Staff 120 
This brings the total number of staff at the Institute to 194 
Academic Programmes 
The Institute had the following enrollments on its academic programmes during 
the year under review; 
Diploma I (SandWich) 18 
Diploma I (Full-Time) 27 
Diploma II (SandWich) 49 
Diploma II (Full-Time) 21 
M.A. (SandWich) 89 
M.A. (Fu1\-Time) 8 
M.Phi! (Full-Time) 14 
M.Phi! (ExtenSion) 7 
Total 225 
Three PhD students submitted their thesis for examination during the year. 
DISTANCE EDUCATION 
University of Ghana Programmes 
The Institute accepted the responsibility for the University of Ghana's Distance 
Education programme. It played a lead role in the implementation process under 
the Chairmanship of the Pro-Vice-Chance1\or. Two training workshops were 
organized for its Senior Members from 6 th to 9 th July. 2006 and for Senior Staff 
from 17th to 20th July. 2006. 
Additional workshops have been planned for Deans. Heads of Departments. 
Departmental Co-ordinators and Course Writers to enable them design. develop 
and deliver courses in 2007. 
Commonwealth Youth Programme 
Th.e Institute continued to run the Commonwealth Youth Programme. This is a 
distance education programme aimed at enabling youth workers to acquire the 
knowledge and skills required for youth work. Out of the 271 that were admitted 
as the second batch in January 2004.253 wrote the final examination in January 
2006. and are working on their project work for graduation in March 2007. 
Reducing mv Stigma Project 
In Partnership With Simon Fraser University. University of Cape Coast and the 
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University of Education. Winneba. the Institute has developed six modules for 
the above project which will be piloted among Diploma I students pursuing the 
Diploma in Education by distance at the University of Cape Coast. The final draft 
will be adapted for the Institute for use by youth workers throughout the country. 
This is being done in partnership with the National Youth Council. 
MSc Distance Learning 
The Institute continued its collaboration with the Imperial College. University of 
London. to deliver an MSc in Rural Development. Food Science and Environment-
based courses to Ghanaian students. The programme is in its third year. Two of 
the 20 students are currently writing their project reports and are likely to 
graduate by the end of2006. Each student is studying under a scholarship worth 
£7.000 provided by the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission in London. The 
Director of the Imperial College Distance Centre. Prof. Jonathan Kydd. paid a 
. visit to Ghana in May. 2006 and had a one day tutorial with the students. 
HIV I AIDS Counselling and Caregiving Course 
This is another distance education course which started in October. 2003 with 
the support of the UNFPA. So far 2.000 participants have benefited from the course. 
Regional Programmes 
Remedial SSS programmes continue to be run at the Workers' Colleges in Kumasi, 
Takoradi. Cape Coast. Tamale. Bolgatanga and Wa. The Diploma in Business 
Studies is also run in Tamale. Wa. Bolgatanga and Sunyani. These programmes 
give disadvantaged adults the opportunity to continue their education. In all. 
over 1.200 people are registered on these programmes. 
Access Course for Mature Students 
Most regional centres organized access courses for adults who wanted to take the 
Mature Students Examination for entry into the University of Ghana. The courses 
have been found useful to the participants. many of whom left school long ago and 
had stopped doing any serious academic work. As many as 664 took part in the 
access course at the Accra Workers' College. 
Liberal Studies and Occasional Lectures 
Liberal Studies which enabled adult learners to learn for its own sake was pursued 
at various centres. Some of the topics covered were 
Improving your reading and writing skills (Accra) 
English for beginners (Accra) 
Improving your entrepreneurial skills (Ho) 
Improving Women's Access to Justice (Ho) 
• Strategies for Community Mobilization (Koforidua) 
Computer literacy is an important programme. The Wa Workers' College 
trained 223 people during the year under review. 
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Aggor.R.A. 
Conference Papers 
Addressing the HIV Epidemic in Ghana through open and distance learning. 
4th Pan Commonwealth Forum on Distance Learning www.col.org. July 2006. 
Building the capacity of agricultural extension facilitators and farmers in 
Ghana: Providing complementary training with ODL (with Dr. C.K. Osei. CSIR) 
Www.col.org. July 2006. 
16 CDs on Improving Food Security through Continuing Education for 
agricultural extension officers. Commonwealth of Learning. CSIR of Ghana) 
May 2006. 
Reducing HIV Stigma through education (with others) published by University 
of Cape Coast Centre for Continuing Education. July 2006 
Conferences/Workshops/Consultancies 
Resource Person 
CIDA Project Director's Meeting. Ottawa. Canada. 30 Oct - 3 November 2005 
International Training Programme on Peace building and Good Governance 
for African Civilian Personnel. LECIA. University of Ghana. Legon. February 
2006. 
Training Workshop for Course Writers and DeSigners. Presidents' Special 
Initiative on Distance Learning. (or the Commonwealth of Learning. May 
2005. 
Odura-Mensah. D. 
Publications During the Year 
(2005). Akanten: A Key to Understanding 1Taditional Akan. Legacies of J. A. 
Mensah. Vol. I. Accra: Woeli Publishing Services. 
(2006a). Unsustainable Use of the Environment in Rural Communities: A 
Study of the Bush Fire Menace of the Mo Traditional Areas of North Western 
Ghana. GhanaJoumaloJUteracyandAdultEducationj. Volwne 2 No. 1. Pp. 1-
18. 
(2006b). Akanism and Hebrewism: The Mesopotamian Unks and Earlier 
Civilization. Legacies of J. A. Mensah. Vol.lI. Accra: Woeli Publishing Services. 
(2006c). Revenue Mobilization Skills: 1Taining & Education Resource BookJor 
Revenue Mobilization in District and Municipal Assemblies. (Submitted for 
Publication) . 
Conferences Attended 
Northern Easter School. Institute of Adult Education. University of Ghana. 
Held at the Wa Secondary School Hall. 21-26 April. 2006. Resource Person-
"Environmental Issues and Sustainable Development in the North". 
• Annual New Year School. Institute of Adult Education. University of Ghana; 
57th New Year School. Jubilee Hall. 2- 8 January. 2006. Resource Person -
"Environmental Education and Sustainable Development". 
• First Daily Graphic Accra Governance Dialogue: Consolidating Political 
Stability in Africa for Accelerated EconomiC Growth. 28 - 29 November. 2006. 
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Frimpong Kwapong. O.A. T. 
Publications 
Kwapong. Olivia [2005) Exploring Innouatiue Approachesf or Using ICTf or Rural 
Women's Adult Education in Ghana. Ghana Journal ofDeuelopment Studies Vol. 
2 No.2: 62-76 
Kwapong, O. T. F. (2005). "Using Adult Education for Empowerment of Rural 
Women: Adult Education and Deuelopment65: 135 - 152. 
Kwapong, O. A. T. F. (2006). "A Model for Using leI for Empowerment of Rural 
Women Through Adult Education: Ghana Journal of Literacy and Adult 
Education 3(1). 
Conferences/Seminars/Workshops 
Asst. Director. 57th Annual New Year School. Institute of Adult Education. 
University of Ghana January 2006. 
Co-Presenter. Paper on Frameworks and ~pproaches for Promoting Gender 
Equality: A Global Discourse and an African Perspectiue at International 
Conference on Promoting Gender Through Policy and Advocacy: Are We 
Making a Difference? December 2005. 
Presenter. Discussion paper on Gender Assessment in Ghana. Gender 
Assessment Roundtable organized by ILGS/FIDA. Ghana December 2005. 
Research Associate. Review of National Population Policy. Ghana September 
2005. 
Participant, World Bank's Video Conference on MDGs+5 - A forum for 
Assessment of the MDGs. September 2005. 
• Facilitator. Gender Mainstreaming Training of Trainers course for Partners 
of West Africa Water Initiative (WAWl), World Vision Ghana. August 2005. 
Clara Ohenewa Benneh. 
Publication 
• The Early Adolescent and HN/AIDS Preuention: A Campaign Against New "HIV" 
Infection; A Journal of Literacy and Adult Education Vol 3. No. 1 July 2006. 
Woeli Publications. Accra. Ghana. 
Workshops/Seminars 
Resource Person 
Training Workshop for Support Staff for the Development of Training Manual 
for Implementing the Distance Education Programme for University of Ghana. 
17th August - 20th organised by Institute of Adult Education. University of 
Ghana at Sekondi/Takoradi Workers' College. 
Dr. Michael Tagoe 
Research: 
Adult Civic Education and Good Governance (2006. on-going). 
Faith-based organizations and stigma and discrimination of Persons Living 
with HIV / AIDS (2006. on-gOing). 
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Community care and Persons Living with HIV / AIDS in the Lower Manya 
District of the Eastern Region (2006. on-going). 
• Learner Assessment of Participants' in REFLECT Literacy Circles in Ghana 
(January to May 2006). 
Consultancy 
• Adult Education and Literacy consultant for Ghana Information Network for 
Knowledge Sharing (GINKS) Project in Ekumfi Atakwaa in the Central Region 
(May to August 2006). 
Monitoring and Evaluation consultant for International Organization for 
Migration (10M) for Yeji Trafficked Children Project. 
Literacy consultant for ACTION-AID International Ghana. . 
Reports 
Telling it as it is through the voices of the voiceless: Evaluation research of 
REFLECT activities in Ghana. Sponsored by Action-Aid International Ghana 
(2006) 
• University of Ghana Students' Behavioural Surveillance Survey. UNFPA/ 
IAE HIV / AIDS Campus-wide Project (submitted to UNFPA. 2006) 
Seyram Agbenyega. J. 
Refereed Publication 
Agbenyega. J.S. (2006). Punishment in the Schools of Ghana: Does inclusive 
education suffer? Australian Educational Researcher. 33(3). 19-36. 
Workshops and Conferences: 
. Course unit development workshop on Peace and Conflict Studies organized 
by Institute of Adult Education. University of Ghana at Ho. Ghana from 28th 
September to 1st October. 2006: Funded by UNDP. 
• Sensitisation workshop on Peace and Conflict Studies organized by Institute 
of Adult Education. University of Ghana at Ho. Ghana from 28th to 31st 
August. 2006: Funded by UNDP. 
Distance education course development workshop at Takoradi. Ghana from 
6th to 9th July 2006: Funded by Teaching and Learning Innovation Fund 
(TALIF). 
Tefe.T. 
Research and Publications 
A Handbook for Training Towards Retirement. (in press). 
Conducting a Research on Computer Literacy Among the Teaching Staff of 
Teacher Training Colleges in the Volta Region of Ghana. 
Adoo-Adeku. K. 
Seminars and Workshops: 
Training on "Capacity Enhancement for Conflict Prevention. Management 
and Peace Building" organised by African Centre for Conflict Resolution and 
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Reconciliation (ACCOR Ghana) February 2006. Paper Presented: "Effective 
Communication for Peace Building". 
Training on Advocacy and Human Rights for Leaders and Executives from 
West Africa Media foundation 20th-24th March 2006. Paper presented: 
Gender, Human Rights and HIV / AIDS. . 
7-Day Retreat for Spouses of Top Government Officials and Women Leaders, 
8th-14th May, 2006 held at Golden Tulip organised by lAE and National Council 
of Women's Societies, Nigeria. Paper presented: "The Role of African Women 
in Politics: Experiences from Ghana. 
Capacity Enhancemcnt Training Workshop on HIV / AIDS Prevention and 
Management organised by SWAA International. Paper c'o-presented: SWAA-
Ghana: "Current State Development Activities and Its Future". 
Publications 
• Widening Access to Educa tion on HIV / AIDS Prevention and Management 
through Distance Learning: in Ghana Journal of Literacy and Adult Education, 
June 2006. Woeli Publishing Services. 
Aryee. E. A. 
Publication 
Publication entitled "Adult Literacy Facilitation in Ghana: The Freirean 
Approach". Sent for peer review. 
Research 
• Youth Perception of the Role of the Institute of Adult Education in Remedial 
Education provision in Koforidua - A Survey. 
• Widening Access to Tertiary Level Education: Users' Expectations of the 
Role of the Koforidua Workers' College. 
Workshops 
Facilitated as a trainer in 10 literacy workshop organized at Akropong by 
the Non-Formal Education Division (NFED). 
Organized a two-day workshop on the theme: "Strategies for Effective 
Community Mobilisation- for Volunteer Community Leaders from the 
Koforidua Municipality. 
Attended a 5-day workshop at Takoradi on the theme: "PrOvision of Tertiary 
Level Education through Distance Learning". 
Badu-Nyarko. S. 
Publications 
Ensuring Poverty Reduction and Healthy Environment in Developing 
Countries: Suggested Strategies. Ghana Journal oj Literacy and Adult 
Education. Vol.3 No.1 . p.30-41 . 
• RestructUring of Curriculum in Ghana. A Theoretical Perspective. Journal 
of Educational Research and Development in Africa. Vol. 2 No.1. 
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INSTITUTE OF AFRICAN STUDIES 
OVERVIEW 
The Institute of African Studies was established in 1961 as a semi-autonomous 
institution within the University of Ghana, with the mandate to conduct research 
into all aspects of the social studies and the arts in Africa, including areas such 
as African History and Politics; African Societies and Cultures; Gender and Culture 
in African Societies; Farriily Studies; African Languages, Literature and Drama; 
African Religions and Philosophy; Media and Visual Arts as well as Music and 
Dance. The Institute also runs a variety of academic programmes for postgraduate 
and undergraduate students of the University of Ghana, Legon. 
In line with its mission to become a leading centre for the creation of African 
scholarship and knowledge dedicated to the regeneration of African societies, a 
conscious effort was made by the Institute to successfully undertake teaching 
and research in various aspects of the humanities and the social studies during 
the past academic year. In addition to this, a number of conferences and seminars 
were organized, which were patronised by both staff and students of the Institute, 
as well as the general University Community. 
During the 2005-2006 academic year, the University Council approved the 
establishment of a Centre for Migration Studies to be located initially at the 
Institute of African Studies. While the University is yet to make any formal 
appOintments, the Centre has applied for funding from NUFFIC, the Dutch Agency 
for Higher Education. It is hoped that the Centre will become operational as soon 
as practicable. 
This report provides detailed information in respect of the various research and 
academic-related activities carried out by the Institute during the 2005-2006 
academic year. 
ADMINISTRATION OF THE INSTITUTE 
Professor Takyiwaa Manuh continued as Director of the Institute, assisted by 
the Deputy Director, Professor Albert Kanlisi Awedoba. Mr. Godwin Kwafo Adjei of 
the Music and Dance Section acted as the Administrative Secretary during the 
year under review. 
HUMAN RESOURCE 
In the 2005-2006 academic year, the Institute had a total of one hundred and 
fifteen (115) members of staff. This consisted of twenty-six (26) senior members, 
twenty-two (22) senior staff, fifty-four (54) junior staff as well as thirteen (13) staff 
of the Chalets. 
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As indicated in previous reports. the Institute does not have adequate number of 
staff for some of its sections and units. The problem has been compounded with 
the retirement of some key staff of the Institutc. 
The categories of staff required include research fellows in some key areas of the 
Institute's work. senior administrative staff. and other support staff. It is hoped 
that efforts would be made by the University not only to find suitable replacements 
for retired staff. but to make further appointments to some of the understaffed 
sections for the Institute to maintain efficiency in the coming years. The Institute 
is also working hard to merge some units to enhance efficiency and productivity. 
RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
The Institute is primarily a research institution. and Fellows spend a great deal 
of their time carrying out research on diverse topiCS. The research activities in 
the Institute included funded research programmes and projects as well as 
individual research. 
During the academic year. the funded programmes and projects of the Institute 
consisted of the following: 
Globalization. and Changes in the Cultures of Survival and Care in Ghana. 
funded through the Norwegian Universities' Fund (NUFU). and executed jointly 
with the University of Bergen. Norway. 
• Mapping African Sexualities Project. executed with the Africa Gender 
Institute. University of Cape Town. and funded by the Ford Foundation. 
Collection of Goldweights donated by the late Chancellor of the University. 
Nana Wereko Ampem. The goldweights donated have been photographed. 
Unfortunately. plans to exhibit the collection have been delayed. 
Documentation of the burial ceremonies of the late Chancellor of the 
University of Ghana. Oyeeman Wereko Ampem II. funded by the University 
of Ghana. Legon. 
• Research on the broad themes of studies in gender. health. religion. conflict 
and social change. funded by GETFUND. 
The following were the research activities carried out by Fellows in the Institute 
during the academiC year: 
Adjah. O. 
• . Ghanaian Funeral Brochures and their Relevance as Information Sources. 
Kwafo Adjei. G. 
• Continuity and Change in the Present State of Court Music in Ahanta and 
Nzema Traditional Areas. 
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Agordob. A. A. 
Indigenization of Christian Churches in Ghana. 
Hymnology in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. 
Aidoo. T. M. 
The Youth and Alienation in the Ghanaian Periphery: The Case of Upper 
West and Upper East Regions of Ghana. 
Cultural Differences and Political Stability of Ghana (with Richard Asante). 
Akrong.A. 
Impact of the Charismatic Movement on Ghanaian Society~ 
The Religious Life of Students on the Campus of University of Ghana. 
A1hassan. O. 
Challenges of Migrant Youth in Accra. 
Environmental Health and Disaster Monitoring in the Greater Accra 
Metropolitan Area. 
• Environmental Sanitation in Upper West Region. 
Land Rights Documentation in Peri-Urban Kumasi. 
Restless Youth in Northern Ghana. 
Amanor.K 
Country Study and Case Study of the Mystery of Legal Failure Project. a 
Study of Legalisation of Land Assets Coordinated by the Van Vollenhoven 
Institute for Law. Governance and Development of Leiden University. 
Research into Decentralised Environmental Management in Brong Ahafo. 
Ampofo. A. A. 
Race. Ethnicity. and the Lives of Non-Ghanaian Women in Ghana. 
Violence Against Women and Children in Ghana. 
The Socialisation of Young People and the Reproduction of Patriarchy (with 
John Boateng. Penn State University). 
Masculinities in the making of the Ghanaian Nation (with Takyiwaa Manuh 
and Aloysius Denkabe. Department of English). 
Women's Well-being and Mental Health in Ghana (with Sherrill Sellers. 
University of Wisconsin. Madison. & Susan Frasier-Kouassi. University of 
Michigan). 
Aning.T.K. 
Records and Archives Management in Ghana. 
The Stool Histories of Ashanti and Brong Ahafo Regions of Ghana. 
Labi. K. A. 
Gendered Arts in Ghana. 
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Asante. R. 
• Cultural Differences and Political Stability of Ghana. 
The Politics of Oyeeman's Funeral Reflects History and Tradition (with Dr. 
Thomas Aidoo). 
Awedoba. A. K. 
• Understanding Corruption in Ghana. 
• Sanitation and Health. 
Researches on the Kasem Languages of the Upper-East. 
Children's Health Issues: Acute Respiratory Infections and Childhood 
Diarrpea. 
Witchcraft and Care of the Terminally Ill. 
• GOG/UNFPA Country Programme Action Plan 2006-2010: Study on Cultural 
Sensitivity in UNFPA 5TIl Country Programming. 
Children's Health Issues in Ghanaian Communities - An Ethnography of 
Acute Respiratory Infections in Ghana. 
Ayesu.E. 
Oral History Collection (Foundation Stories on the Akuapem State).· 
• Biographies - Distinguished Citizens of Akuapem Nationals in Ghana·s 
History and Development. 
• Succession Crisis in Adawso Akuapem - The Post 1978 Settlement. 
Royal Funerals and the Performance of Akuapem History. 
• Women. Rituals and the Interpretation of Akuapem History - Focus: The 
Plague of Stones in Adawso Akuapem. 
Obido Ayettey. B. 
Festivals and Funeral Rites of the Tampolensi. 
• The Bamaya Dance among the Dagombas of Northern Region of Ghana. 
Badasu. D. M. 
Research on Child Care Practices among Ewe Migrants in the City of Accra. 
Research on Ghana·s Tertiary Health Policy. 
Kropp Dakubu. M. E. 
Gurene - English Dictionary Project. 
Studies in Ga and Gurene. 
Sociolinguistics: Urbanization and Language. 
Manuh. T. 
Migration and Development in Ghana. 
• Gender Violence in Ghana. 
Higher Education in Ghana and Africa. 
• NUFU Programme on Globalization and Changes in the Cultures of Survival 
and Care. 
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Nanbigne. E. 
• Gathering of Folktales of the Dagarba. 
Nii-Dortey. M. 
Saka Acquaye's The Lost Fishermen': A Musical and Literary Appreciation. 
Compilation and Transcription of the Songs of The Lost Fishermen' Leading 
a Revival of Performance of the Lost Fishermen. 
Sackey.B. 
Religion and HIV / AIDS. 
• Funeral Rites of Oyeeman Wereko Ampem. 
Relevance of Contemporary Rites of Passage. 
• The Seventy-Seven Gods of Cape Coast and Elmina. 
The Impact of Charismatic Churches on Mrican Traditional Religion. 
Sutherland-Addy. E. 
• Established Willis Bel1 Photo Archive Project supported by the United States 
of America. Public Mairs Section and the Goethe Institute, Accra. 
• Organization of Efua Sutherland Theatre Festival. Working in col1aboration 
with W.E.B. DubOis Memorial Centre for Pan Mrican Culture. 
• Table Top Book on Beads in Ghana with Ama Ata Aidoo. 
Globalization, Culture and Social Change for ISSER - Merchant Bank series 
on Global and National Development, 2006. 
Women Writing Africa Project: Editing of French Version of West Mrica Volume 
and Archiving of Materials. 
Oyeeman Wereko Ampem's Funeral Documentation Project. 
TEACHING 
In line with its mandate to offer introductory courses in Mrican Studies to 
undergraduate students pursuing degree programmes in the University. the 
Institute registered 6.424 students for various courses during the 2005-2006 
academic year. Specifical1y, the following Level 200 courses were offered by the 
Institute during the first and second semesters of the year under review: 
COURSES 
Group A 
AFST 200: Appropriate Technology for Rural Development in Mrica 
AFST 210: The Social Framework of Economic Development 
AFST 220: Mrica in the Modern World 
AFST 221: Mrica and the Diaspora 
AFST 230: Culture and Development 
AFST 231: Chieftaincy and Development 
AFST 240: Our African Heritage through Literature 
AFST 250: Mrican Popular Culture: Traditional Festivals and Funeral Ceremonies 
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Group B Courses 
AFST 260: Language Proficiency Course: Ewe. Ga. 1\vi and Dagbani 
AFST 270: African Music 
AFST 280: African Dance 
AFST 290: African Drama 
In addition to the Level 200 courses. postgraduate degree programmes were run 
by the Institute in the course of the year. This included the Master of Arts (MA). 
Master of Philosophy (M. Phil). and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree programmes 
in African Studies. In all. sixteen (16) fresh students were registered for the 
Master of Arts and Master of Philosophy degree programmes during the year. The 
Ins titute also had 35 continuing MPhil students and 15 PhD students. 
The following postgraduate courses were taught during year: 
AFST 60 1: Research Methods 
AFST 602: Advanced Research Methods 
AFST 603: Theories and Strategies for Development in Africa 
AFST 604: Issues in African Development 
AFST 605: Government and Politics in Early Post-Independen.t Africa 
AFST 606: The Military in African Politics 
AFST 607: African Oral Literature - An Introduction 
AFST 608: Topics in African Oral Literature 
AFST 609: Drama in African Society 
AFST 610: African Theatre 
AFST 611 : African Literary Traditions 
AFST 612: Trends in African Literature 
AFST 613: African Social and Political Systems 
AFST 615: Traditional Religions of Africa 
AFST 616: Islam and Christianity in Africa 
AFST 617: Traditional African Music 
AFST 618: African Music in Contemporary Perspective 
AFST 621: African Historiography and Methodology 
AFST 622: Ghana since 1945 
AFST 623: The Slave Trade a nd Africa 
AFST 626: Colonial Rule and African Responses 
AFST 633: Survey of African Art 
AFST 634: Methodologies for Constructing Art in African Societies 
AFST 636: Rural Development. Environment and Modernity in Africa 
AFST 641 : African Family Studies 
CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS 
Various conferences and workshops were organised by the Institute during the 
year under consideration. These included: 
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NUFU conference on "Changes in the Cultures of Care in Ghana in a 
Globalising World" which took place at the Institute of African Studies, from 
January 24 - 25, 2006. The conference was jointly organised with the 
University of Bergen, Norway under the NUFU sponsored research programme 
on Globalisation and Changes in the Cultures ojS uroival and Care. 
• IDS Roundtable on 'Reinventing Development Research' held on May 4, 2006, 
as part of a series of workshops organised around the globe to commemorate 
the 40th anniversary celebrations of the IDS, University of Sussex, UK. The 
roundtable brought together 23 participants from academia as well as advocacy 
and implementation organizations for an in-depth debate. 
NUFU workshop for the presentation of on-going work of PhD students under 
the NUFU sponsored project on Globalisation and Changes in the Cultures oj 
Suroival and Care. The workshop took place from June 13 - 14, 2006. 
The Africa Hub scoping workshop organised by the Centre for Gender Studies 
and Advocacy, from July 4 to July 7, 2006, at the Institute of African Studies, 
University of Ghana, Legon. The workshop brought together thirty-three (33) 
participants from different organisations. 
CONFERENCES AND WORKSHOPS ATTENDED BY FELLOWS 
Fellows also participated in both local and international workshops and conferences 
in the course of the year. The following are the details of the workshops and 
conferences: 
Adjah.O. 
Presented a paper on the topiC "Researching Ghanaian Theatre: the 
Contribution of Academic Libraries" at a conference on "Researching 
Ghanaian Theatre" at the Kwabena Nketia Conference Hall, Institute of 
African Studies, University of Ghana, Legon, on Saturday, August 27,2005. 
Adjei. G. 
• Presented a paper on "Transformation Techniques in African Art Music: A 
Case Study of three Selected Works of J .H. Kwabena Nketia for Solo Voice 
and Piano" at the Faculty of Arts Colloquium, held at the Institute of African 
Studies, from April 27-28, 2006. 
Aidoo.T.M. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Public Interest and Private Interests: Civil 
Society and Democratic Consolidation in Ghana" as part of the IDS 40'h 
Anniversary roundtables at the University of Cape Town, South Africa, on 
May 15, 2006. 
Attended the start-up conference on "Ethnicity and Democratic Governance" 
at the Radisson Hotel. Kingston, Canada, from June 16-19,2006. 
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Osman Alhassan 
Presented a paper on "The Linkage between Tenure Security and Land 
Degradation in Western Region of Ghana" during the CARE International 
mid-term review meeting on Land Tenure Security Project. held at 
Continental Plaza. Accra. from October 8 -10. 2005. 
Participated in a Community Workshop on "Perception of Environmental 
Health and Disaster Risks in Nima" organised by the Department of 
Geography and Resource Development (DGRD)/International Institute for 
Environment and Development (liED) at the Nima Community Centre. Accra. 
on November 5. 2005. 
• Participated in a Stakeholders' Validation Workshop on "National Cocoa 
Labour Elimination Programme" from February 15-16. 2006. 
Participated and led a discussion on "Land Access and Tenure Security in 
Ghana" at the Miklin Hotel. Accra. on February 24.2006. 
• Participated and presented a paper on "Land Access and Tenure Security in 
Ghana" during the International Conference on Rural Development and 
Agrarian Reforms. held in Porto Alegre. Brazil. from March 6 - 10.2006. 
• PartiCipated in the IDS at 40 Roundtable held at the Institute of Mrican 
Studies. on May 4. 2006. 
Participated in the ISSER/USAID National Dissemination Workshop on "Land 
Policy Reform in Ghana" held at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Accra. on May 8. 
2006 
Akrong.A. 
Presented a paper on "Discourses on Care" at the workshop of the NUFU 
Project on Globalisation and Changes in the Cultures of Survival and Care. 
at the Institute of Mrican Studies. from June 12-13. 2006. 
Amanor.K. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Family Values. Land Sales and Agricultural 
Commodification in Ghana" at the International Symposium on the 'Frontier 
of Land Issues: SOCial Embeddedness of Rights and Public Policy'. held in 
Montpellier. from May 17 to May 19. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Custom. Community and Conflict: 
Neoliberalism. Global Market Opportunity and Local Exclusion in the Land 
Question in Mrica." at the International Symposium on the 'Frontier of Land 
Issues: Social Embeddedness of Rights and Public Policy'. held in Montpellier. 
from May 17 to May 19. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Land Registration. Security of Access and 
Ownership in Ghana" at the Workshop on Local Innovation in Securing Land 
Rights in Mrica: Lessons from Experience. lIED. held in London. from May 
25 to May 26. 2006. 
Ampofo. A. A. 
Presented a paper on -White Women have More Sex"; Race. Othering and 
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Gender and Sexual Identities of Foreign Women in Ghana" at the Nordic 
Afiica Institute. Uppsala. on June 8. 2006. 
Response to Comments by Zene Tadese on 'Gender in Higher Education 
Workshop on Nordic Countries and Higher Education in Mrica' at Stockholm. 
on June 2. 2006. 
Presented a paper with Sherrill Sellers and Susan Frazier Kouassi on the 
topic ·"No. There's No Room for Depression": Ghanaian Women Coping with 
Mental Health Issues' at the lOth International Women's Health Meeting. 
held in Delhi. India. from September 21-25. 2005. (The paper was also 
presented at the Annual Meetings of the Mrican Studies Association. 
Washington. from November 14- 17.2005). 
Served as a Facilitator during the Ghana Statistical Services Training on 
"Integrating Statistics into Ghana's Development Process" at Aburi. from 
December 11-17. 2005. 
Asante. R. 
Participated in the International Conference on "Ethnicity and Federalism 
in Mrica". held in Lagos. Nigeria. from February 20 to February 23.2006. 
Presented a paper on the topiC "Political Institutions and Conflict 
Management in Ghana" at the Regional Workshop of the Centre for Research 
on Inequality. Ethnicity and Human Security (CRISE). University of Oxford. 
held at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMlMR), on 
March 23. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Inequality and Conflict Management in 
Ghana" at the International Conference of the Centre for Research on 
Inequality. Ethnicity and Human Security (CRISE). University of Oxford and 
the Institute of Statistical. Social and Economic Research (ISSER). University 
of Ghana. held at the British Council Hall. Accra. March 25. 2006. 
Awedoba. A. K. 
Presented a keynote paper on "The Afiican Family in Crisis: Grand Parenting" 
at the 15th Congress of the Pan-Mrican Association of Anthropologists. held 
in Yaounde. Cameroon. in August. 2005. 
Presented a paper on "Kasena Classification of Things - Saying without 
Saying?" at a colloquium on the Typology. Lexicography and Development of 
the Languages of the Volta Basin. January 9-13. 2006. 
Participated in the workshop on "Disability and Equal Opportunity" organised 
by the Centre for Ethics and Economics. Norwegian School of Economics 
(NHH). in collaboration with the Centre for the Study of the Sciences and the 
Humanities (Svn. University of Bergen. on June 2. 2006. 
Ayesu.E. 
• Participated in a workshop on "Traditional Female Leadership" organised by 
the Chieftaincy Project at the Shangri-la Hotel. in December 2005. 
Presented a paper on "Akuapem Historiography: The use of Oral Traditions 
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to Legitimise Power and Authority" at the Graduate Training Workshop 
organised by the Tradition and Modernity Project at the Conference Room of 
the Graduate School. University of Ghana. Legon. in February 2006. 
Badasu. D. M. 
Participated in the 2005 Annual Conference of the Historical Society of Ghana 
organized by the Historical Society of Ghana at the Accra International 
Conference Centre and the Teachers' Hall. Accra. from August 8-13.2005. 
• Participated in a workshop on "Critical Perspectives on Globalization and Its 
Impact on Education and Life Condition" at the Solstrand Hotel. Norway. 
from October 5-7. 2005. 
Participated in a seminar on "Ethical Implications of Development and 
Globalization" held at the University of Bergen. from October 10-12. 2005. 
• Participated in a conference on "Changes in the Culture of Care in Ghana 
in a Globalizing World" organized by the Institute of African Studies. University 
of Ghana in collaboration with the University of Bergen. from January 24-
25.2006. 
Kropp Dakubu. M. E. 
• Presented a paper on the topic "Metaphors of Social and Epistemological 
Boundedness in Ga Proverbs" at the meeting of African Literature Association 
in Accra. on May 20. 2006. 
• Presented a paper on the topic "The Historical Dynamic of Multilingualism 
in Accra" at the University of FlOrida. Gainesville. from March 9-10. 2006. 
• Presented a paper with Dorothee Beermann and Lars Hellan on the 
"Grammatical Feature Sequencing in the Ga Extended Verb Complex: A 
Formal Approach" at the Annual Colloquium of the Legon-Trondheim 
Linguistics Project. in January 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Tone and the Gurene Verb" at the Annual 
Colloquium of the Legon-Trondheim lingUistics Project. in January 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "The Syntax of Focus in Ga and Akan. and the 
Significance of Related Constructions" at a meeting on Focus in African 
Languages. held at Humboldt University. Berlin. October 6-8. 2005. 
Labi. K. A. 
Participated in the "OSIWA Preservation. Access and Digitization (PAD) 
Project Workshop" held in Porto Novo. Benin. from November 10-12. 2005 
Participated in the conference on "African Museums and Cultural Institutions 
in the 21st Century: Development. Management and Partnership". from 
December 4-10.2005. 
Presented a paper at a workshop on the "Project for Enhancing the 
Contemporary Use of African Artefacts" at the British Museum. London. from 
May 8-11. 2006. 
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Manuh. T. 
Presented a paper on the topic ·Women in the Pan-Afrtcan Movement" at 
the Manchester City Council Civic Reception to mark the 60th Anniversary 
of the 5th Pan Afrtqm Congress in Manchester. on October 14. 2005. 
Presented a paper on the "Current Issues for the Continent" at a conference 
for young people held to mark the 60th Anniversary of the 5th Pan Afrtcan 
Congress in Manchester. on October 15. 2005. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Afrtcan Women Today" at the Fundacio La 
Caixa Seminar on Gender. Development and Cooperation. held in Barcelona. 
Spain. from October 25 to 26. 2006. 
• Presented a paper on the topic "Social Policies for Regional and National 
Rebirth" at the 11 th CODESRIA General Assembly held in Maputo. 
Mozambique. from December 6 to December 10. 2005. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Higher Education and National Development" 
dunng the two-day GAAS/FES National Conference on Higher Education and 
the Job Market. held at GIMPA. from January 17 to January lB. 2006. 
Served as a discussant on the Law and Culture Session of the AGI/UNRISD 
Policy Dialogue on "Gender Equality: Strtving for Justice in an Unequal World". 
held in Cape Town. from February 7 to February B. 2006. 
Participated in the Conference on "Mainstreaming ICT: Harmonizing 
eGovernment and Development". held at the International Conference 
Centre. Accra. from January 31 to February 2. 2006. 
Participated in the IDS at 40 Roundtable. held at the Institute of Afrtcan 
Studies. on May 4. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Language. Educational Policy and Democratic 
Participation in Ghana" at the panel on 'Afrtcan Languages in the Educational 
Systems of Afrtca and the Diaspora·. durtng the Second Conference of the 
Intellectuals of Afrtca and the Dlaspora. held in Salvador de Bahia. Brazil. 
from July 12 to July14. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Conceptualizing Women's Empowerment" at 
the Pathways of Women's Empowerment Research Programme Consortium 
Ghana Scoping Workshop. held in Accra from July 4 to July 7.2006. 
Nanbigne. E. 
Presented a paper on "Caring from the Perspective of Dagaare Folktales: 
Myth and Reality" at the Conference on Changes in the Cultures of Care in 
Ghana in a Globalising World. Legon. from January 24-25. 2006. 
Participated in the University of Ghana Faculty of Arts 4th Annual Colloquium 
at the J .H.K. Nketia Conference Hall. Institute of Afrtcan Studies. from Aprtl 
27 to Aprtl 2B. 2006. 
Presented a paper on the topic "Dagaare Discourse on Care" at the Conference 
of the NUFU Project on G1obalisation and Changes in the Cultures of Survival 
and Care. from June 12 to June 13. 2006. 
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Nii-Dortey, M. 
Participated in the Faculty of Arts 4th Annual Colloquium held at the J.H.K. 
Nketia Conference Hall, Institute of African Studies. University of Ghana. 
Legon. from April 27 to April 28. 2006. 
• Participated in the seminar on Globalization and Care organized by the NUFU 
Project at the Institute of African Studies Chalets from June 12 to June 13. 
2006. 
Participated in the workshop on "Text Analysis for Policy AnalySis" held at 
the Chalets of the Institute of African Studies on June 14. 2006. 
Sutherland-Addy, E. 
• PartiCipated in the Founder's Week Celebrations of the Academy of Arts and 
Sciences. held at the British Council Hall. Accra. on November 16. 2005. 
PartiCipated in the 32nd Annual Meeting and Conference of the African 
Literature Association held on May 19. 2006. 
Participated in the 2006 Biennial Conference of the Association for the 
Development of Education in Africa. held in Libreville. Gabon. from March 
27 to March 31. 2006. 
Sackey,B. 
Participated in the roundtable discussion on "Women in Leadership." 
organised by the Governance and Leadership Project. at the School of 
Research and Graduate Studies. University of Ghana. Legon. on December 
20.2005. 
Participated in the conference for Coordinators of International Programmes 
at the University of Ghana. held in the New Council Chamber. University of 
the Ghana. from July 19-21. 2005. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Publications by Research Fellows during the year under review included the 
following: 
Aidoo. T. 
Political Participation in a Democratizing Neopatrimonial Polity - The Case 
of Ghana. 1990-2000" Research Review (forthcoming). 
• 2006a "The Context and Provenance of Ghana's Democratization: 1998-2000" 
In Journal ojContemporary History No.9. (November). 
• 2006b MHaiti and Modern Pan-Africanism: Reflections in Haiti. 1804 - 2004" 
In Le Regard de l' Afrique Published by Groupe Horizon. France. 
Agordoh,A 
• (2005) African Music: Traditional and Contemporary. New York: Novascience 
Publications. 
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Akrong.A. 
"The Phenomenon of Witchcraft in Ghana" Garrie Ter Haar (ed) Imagining 
Evil- Witchcraft Beliefs and Accusation in Contemporary Africa. 
-Jesus with the Face of An Ancestor" Ghana Bulletin of Theology New Series 
Vol I No I July 2006. 
Alhassan. O. 
• 2005 (with Takyiwaa Manuh) Land Registration in Eastem and Westem Regions. 
Ghana: Securing Land Rights in Africa Research Report 5. Nottingham: lIED / 
Russell Press. 
2006a "Traditional Authorities and Sustainable Development: Chiefs and 
Resource Management in Ghana" in Irene Odotei and Albert Awedoba (Eds). 
Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture. Govemance and Development. Accra: Sub-
Saharan Publishers. pp. 527-546. 
2006b "Land Use and EIivironment in Early Accra". Research Review. 
Supplement 17. Institute of African Studies. Legon. pp. 21-35. 
Amanor.K. 
2005a "Mobile Community. Land Rights and Mobile Labour Networks in the 
Eastern Region of Ghana". In Carola Lenz and Richard Kuba (eds.). Land 
Rights and the Politics of Belonging. Leiden: Brill Academic Publishers. 
2005b "La Fracture de I'Exploitation Familiale Agricole: Jeunes. Migrants et 
Marchandisation de I'Agriculture au Ghana". Afrique Contemporaine. No. 214. 
2005c "Agricultural Markets in West Africa: Frontiers. Agribusiness and 
Social Differentiation". In New Directionsfor African Agriculture. Edited by Ian 
Scoones. Aaron de Grassi. Stephen Devereux and Lawrence Haddad. IDS 
Bulletin. Vol. 36. No.2. 
2005d "Night Harvesters. Forest Hoods and Saboteurs: Struggles over Land 
Expropriation in Ghana". In Sam Moyo and Paris Yeros (eds.). Reclaiming the 
Land: The Resurgence of Rural Movements in Africa. Asia and Latin America. 
London: Zed. 
2005e "Equity in Forest Benefits Sharing and Poverty Alleviation". In K.S. 
Nketia. J.A.S. Ameyaw and B. Owusu Jnr. (eds.). Equity in Forest Benefit 
Sharing: Stakeholders' Views. Wageningen. Netherlands: Tropenbos 
International. 
Ampofo. A. A. 
2005a (with ESi Awotwi and Angela Dwamena Aboagye) "How the Perpetrators 
of Violence against Women and Children Escape - A Study of "Escapes" from 
the Time of the Violent Act, through a Formal Complaints. to Prosecution." 
In Violence against Women in Accra. Dakar: AAWORD. 
2005b "'By God's Grace I had a boy. 'Whose 'Unmet Need' and 'Pis/A greement' 
about Childbearing among Ghanaian Couples" In Signe ·Amfred. (Ed.) 
Rethinking Sexualities in Contexts ofG ender. Uppsala: Nordic Africa Institute. 
pp. 115-138. 
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Aning, T. 
2005a "Manhyia Archives Researchers Notes" 
2005b "Ashanti Stool Histories Alphabetical Index" 
2005c "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts A2" 
2005d "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts B" 
2006a "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts B2" 
2006b "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts B3" 
2006c "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts B4 & B5" 
2006d "List of Records of Asantehene's Courts C" 
Asante, R. 
2005a (with Takyiwaa Manuh) "Reaping the Gains of Ghanaians Overseas: 
An Evaluation of the Home Coming Summit of 2001". In Takyiwaa Manuh 
(Editor). At Home in the World? - Intemational Migration and Development in 
Contemporary Ghana and West Africa. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. Ch. 
14. pp. 292-310. 
2005b (with Takyiwaa Manuh and Jerome Djangmah) "The Brain Drain in 
the Higher Education Sector in Ghana". In Takyiwaa Manuh (Editor). At Home 
in the World? - Intemational Migration and Development in Contemporary Ghana 
and West Africa. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. Ch. 12. pp. 250-276. 
2006a 'The Youth and Politics in Ghana: Reflections on the 2004 General 
Elections' in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (Ed.) Voting for Democracy in Ghana. the 
2004 Elections in Perspective. Thematic Studies. Vol. 1. Chapter 11. 
2006b 'Local Factors that Shaped the 2004 General Elections in the Ejura-
Sekyedumase. Mampong and Effiduase-Asokore Constituencies" in Kwame 
Boafo-Arthur (Ed.) Voting for Democracy in Ghana. the 2004 Elections in 
Perspective. Constituency Studies Vol. 2. Chapter 11. 
Awedoba,A. 
2006a Co-Editor (with Irene K. Odotei). Chieftaincy in Africa: Culture. 
Govemance and Development. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. 
2006b 'Modes of Succession in the Upper East Region of Ghana' in Irene K. 
Odotei and A. K. Awedoba. (Eds.) Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture. Govemance 
and Development. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. pp. 409-427 
2006c "Perception on Chieftaincy" (with C. Abotchei. \. K. Odotci et. al.) in 
Irene K. Odotei and A.K. Awedoba. (Eds.) Chieftaincy in Ghana: Culture. 
Govemance and Development. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. 
Kropp Dakubu, M. E. 
• 2005a (with Jonathan Brindle. Lars Hellen. Dorothee Beermann) "Ga 
Comparatives in Structure". Studies in the Languages of the Volta BasinS: 
109. Legon: Lingustics Department. 
2005b "Role Restriction and Marginalization in an Urban Context: the Fate 
of Ga in Accra." In Nigel Crawhall and Nicholas Osler. (Eds.) Creating Outsiders; 
Endangered Languages. Migration and Marginalisation. Foundation for 
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Endangered Languages. pp. 47-54. 
2005c 'The Multilingual African city: herald of the future. or vestige of 
colonialism? VALS-ASLA (Bulletin Suisse de Linguistique Applique) No. 82 
ppI33-149. 
2005d. Dagaare Grammar. Collected Language Notes No. 26 Legon: Institute 
of African Studies. 55pp 
2006a (with Dorothee Beermann. Jonathan Brindle. Lars Hellan. Soloman 
Tedla. Janicke Furberge. Florence Bayiga. Yvonne Otoo. "A Comparison of 
Comparatives". In Marian Butt and Tracy Holloway King (Editors), Proceedings 
of the LFG05 Conference. University of Bergen. CSLI Publications http:! 
csli-publications.stanford.edu/pp.42-53. 
2006b "Linguistics and History in West Africa. Chapter 3. In E.K. Akyeampong. 
(Ed.) Themes in West Aftican History. Athens Ohio University Press/Oxford: 
James Currey / Accra: Woeli Publishing Services. Pp.52-72. 
Labi. K. M. 
2006. "Cross-Cultural Appropriation of Regalia and Royal Art in Contemporary 
Ghana." In Irene K. Odotei and A. K. Awedoba. (Eds.) Chieftaincy in Ghana: 
Culture. Govemance and Development. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. pp. 275-
293. 
Manuh. T. 
2005a (Ed.)At Home in the World? - Intemational Migration and Development in 
Contemporary Ghana and WestAftica. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. 354pp. 
ISBN 9988-550-67-7 (Hard Cover): 9988-550-79-0 (Soft cover). 
2005b (and Richard Asante) "Reaping the Gains of Ghanaians Overseas: An 
Evaluation ofthe Home Coming Summit of200 1". In Takyiwaa Manuh (Editor). 
At Home in the World? - International Migration and Development in Contt:mporary 
Ghana and West Aftica. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. Ch. 14. pp. 292-310. 
2005c (with Richard Asante and Jerome Djangmah) "The Brain Drain in the 
Higher Education Sector in Ghana". In Takyiwaa Manuh (Editor). At Home in 
the World? - Intemational Migration and Development in Contemporary Gha'1a 
and WestAftica. Accra: Sub-Saharan Publishers. Ch. 12. pp. 250-276. 
2005d (and Alhassan. Osman) Land Registration in Eastem and Westem 
Regions. Ghana. Research Report 5. Securing Land Rights in Aftica Series. 
London: lIED. pp. 44. 
2005e (with Amina Mama and Charmaine Pereira) "Editorial". FeministAftica. 
Vol. 5. pp.I-8. 
2005e (with Amina Mama and Charmaine Pereira) (Editors) "Sexual 
Cultures." FeministAftica. Vol. 5. pp.157. 
2006a "Yaa Asantewaa" In: Encyclopaedia of Women in World History. New 
York: Oxford University Press (accepted for publication). 
2006b "Co-Wives" In Encyclopaedia of Women in World History. New York: 
Oxford University Press (accepted for publication). 
2006c "Yaa Akyaawa - Asante Stateswoman" In Encyclopaedia of Women in 
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World History. New York: Oxford University Press (accepted for publication). 
Sackey.B. 
2006. New Directions in Gender and Religion. The Changing Status of Women in 
African Independent Churches. Lanham. USA: Lexington Books. 
• "Charismatism. Women. and Testimonies: Religion and Popular Culture in 
Ghana" Ghana Studies Journal (accepted for publication) . 
"Witchcraft and Women." In Mercy A. Oduyoye. (Ed.) Essays in Honor of 
Constance Buchanan (forthCOming). 
"Family Networking and Relationships in the Care of the Seriously III: Case 
Studies from Cape Coast and Accra." To appear in volume on The Care of the 
Seriously mi n Ghana. 
2005 Book Review: Marijke Steegstra's DIPO and the Politics of Culture in 
Ghana. Accra: Woeli Publishing Services. 2005. 348pp. In Transactions of the 
Historical Society ofG hana 
Sutherland-Addy. E. 
2005a (with Aminata Diaw) (Editors) Women Writing Africa: West Africa and 
the Sahel. New York: The Feminist Press of the City University of New York. 
EXTENSION ACTIVITIES 
Apart from the workshops and conferences attended by Fellows of the Institute 
during the year. Fellows were also involved in other extension activities as listed 
below: 
Adjah.O. 
• Tutor and Council Member of Volta Hall. 
Treasurer. Ghana Library Association. 
Corresponding compiler of "Africa Bibliography". 
Adjei. G. 
Acting Administrative Secretary. 
Director of Music. Ebenezer Circuit of the Methodist Church. Ghana. 
Agordoh. A. A. 
National Music Director. E.P. Church. Ghana. 
Choir Director. Adenta E .P. Church. 
Akrong.A. 
. Joint Christian Council Bishops Conference Conunittee of Co-operation. 
Church and Society Committee of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana. 
Chairperson. Management Board of the Institute of Religion and Women 
Trinity Theological Seminary. Legon. 
The Personnel and Management Board of Trinity Theological Seminary. 
Legon. 
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Alhassan. O. 
Tutor. Legon Hall 
Management Board Member, University of Ghana Agricultural Research 
Station 
Council Member, Legon IyIuslim Society 
Amanor.K. 
Member, Board of Directors of ISODEC and CIKOD. 
Ampofo. A. A. 
Advisory Board Member, Christian Rural Aid Network (CRAN). 
• ActionAid GhWla International Board Member. 
• Ghana National AIDS Commission Member (& Member of the Prevention 
and Advocacy sub-committee) 
Reviewed manuscripts for: Gender and Society; GhWla Studies; Research Review; 
Journal ofH ealth Wld Social Behavior; Social Science and Medicine. 
Dialogue with Parliamentarians on Domestic Violence Legislation in Ghana 
organised by the National Coalition on Domestic Violence Legislation in 
Ghana; presentation on "The Context of Domestic Violence in Ghana"; 
January 31,2006. 
Review and launch of monograph on "Violence against Women in Ghana: An 
Analysis of Cases Presented in the Print Media" by Susanna Osam. Organised 
by ABANTU for Development, in Accra on January 25. 2006. 
"Strategies for Personal Empowerment." Facilitator. The Ark Foundation 
Training Course on "Leadership. Human Rights and HIV / AIDS". Accra. 
November 2. 2005. 
Aning. T. 
Part-time Lecturer in Records and Archives Management at the Department 
of History and Political Studies, KN~ST. Kumasi. 
Member of the Society of Archivist (UK) and the Chartered Institute of Library 
and Information Professionals. (UK). 
Awedoba.A. 
• External Examiner (Mrican Studies programmes). National Board for 
Professional and Technician Examinations (NABPTEX). 
External Examiner. Ghanaian Languages Department. University ofWinneba. 
External Examiner (Thesis) Department of Applied Linguistics. University of 
Winneba. 
Kropp Dakubu. M. E. 
• Member. Editorial Board. Afram Publications. 
Manuh. T. 
Member. Governing Council of the UNESCO International Institute for 
Educational Planning. 
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INSTITUTE OF STATISTICAL, SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH 
OVERVIEW 
The Institute of Statistical. Social and Economic Research (lSSER) continued to 
grow steadily in 2005/2006. Total income rose from over nine billion cedis in 
2004 to more than eleven billion cedis in 2005. This income level was maintained 
in 2006. The Institute continued to produce several publications, including eight 
technical publications and two edited volumes. This was in addition to over 30 
other publications from individual researchers. It also organised a number of 
public lectures, workshops and seminars on pertinent national and sub-regional 
socio-economic issues. Researchers at the Institute have been active in various 
research projects, often in collaboration with both local and international partners. 
ISSER's staff development programme, now in its third year, continued to show 
positive results. Two principal researchers began their Ph.D training in the U.K. 
and Germany with financial assistance from ISSER. Efforts to recruit new PRAs 
saw 6 young researchers joining ISSER at the end of the academic year. 
ISSER's special relationship with Merchant Bank Ghana Limited Ghana continues 
to expand in scope, providing increased avenues for the two partners to contribute 
to informed debate and share knowledge about development with the general 
public. The two partners worked with Institute of Directors Ghana to hold a mid-
year budget review seminar in July 2006. This was in addition to the annual 
ISSER-Merchant Bank Economic Lecture and the ISSER-Merchant Bank 
Development Seminar Series. 
Another significant outreach endeavour carried out by the Institute in 
collaboration with Cornell University, University of Development Studies (UDS) 
and the Economy of Ghana Network (EGN) was the organisation of a programme 
of workshops and seminars under the broad theme of 'Economic Development 
and Northern Ghana' in Tamale and Bolgatanga. The programme was dubbed 
"The Northern Roadshow" and it involved 12 researchers from ISSER. Cornell and 
other institutions travelling to northern Ghana for a week of interaction with the 
public and students of UDS., The programme was also used to launch the 2005 
edition of the annual "State of the Ghanaian Economy Report". 
INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH PROJECTS 
ISSER's research outputs are generally expected to be driven by the observed 
development problems and needs of Ghana and Africa. Research undertaken by 
ISSER is usually in response to the direct demands of government and other 
stakeholders for information and strategies for improving the well-being of people. 
At the same time, research by ISSER seeks to maintain a focus on the academic 
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purpose of the Institute by adding to existing knowledge about the society and 
development. 
A good number of projects undertaken in 2005/06 year were canied over from 
the previous year. A number of new projects or initiatives were also started. This 
report looks at on-going research projects, the staffing situation and on-
going programmes at the Institute. 
The main research projects at the Institute presently are: 
Land Tenure and Land Policy Reform Project 
This is a three-year multi-disciplinary research project into land tenure and 
land policy reform. The purpose is to provide greater clarity and fill gaps in 
knowledge about the nature and problems of land tenure and administration in 
Ghana. The research is intended to produce policy options in the search for 
directions, processes, components and likely impacts of reforms under the Land 
Administration Project.· Research outputs are contributing to discussions about 
the place of land tenure in poverty reduction through the Growth and Poverty 
Reduction Strategy (GPRS-II). Researchers from several departments of the 
University are involved in the project. ASide from six expert papers commissioned, 
ISSER awarded 14 research grants valued at $10,000 each to a number of 
researchers in 2006. 
Completed studies are as follows; 
No. Research Themes ISSER Lead Collaborators from other 
Researchers InstitUtions/Departments 
I. Customary and Statutory Dr. Dzodzi TSikata Dr. Manama Awumbila 
Land Tenure and Land Dr. L. Agbosu 
Policy in Ghana Ms. C. Dowuona·Hammond 
2. Institutional and Legal Dr. Ellen Bortei-Doku Dr. Nicholas Amponsah 
Issues Aryeetey Prof. Nii Ashie Kotey 
Mr. Kojo Bentsi·Enchill 
3. Organisation of Land 
Markets and Production Prof. Ernest Aryeetey Dr. Ramatu M. AI-Hassan 
Rev. Dr. S. Asurning·Brempong 
Dr. D. K. Twerefou 
4. Politics of Land Tenure Prof. Ernest Aryeetey Prof. Kwame Ninsin 
Reforms Dr. Dzodzi Tsikata Prof. J. R. A. Ayee 
5. Environment and land Dr. George Botchie Prof. E. A. Gyasi Dr. 
Tenure Nexus Thomas Akabzaa 
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The 14 studies being undertaken currently are as follows: 
No. INSTITUTION RESEARCHERS TOPIC 
L Department of Agricultural Dr. Akwasi Mensah- Land tenure systems and land 
Economics & Agribusiness Bonsu for farming in Ghana: An 
University of Ghana. Dr. Daniel B. Sarpong. empirical analysis of factors 
affecting access and security 
2 Department of Political Dr. Kumi Ansah-Koi The politics of land and land 
ScienceUniversity of Dr. Yao Gebe related conllicts in Ghana. 
Ghana Prof. Wisdom J. Tetley 
3. Institute of Statistical Dr. George Owusu Changes in land access. 
Social and Economic Mr. John Agyei. rights and livelihoods in Peri-
Research (ISSER) urban Ghana: The case of 
Accra. Kumasi and Tamale. 
4. ISSER. UDS. BOG.. Dr. Peter Quartey The inter-relationship 
Seidu Alhassan. between land ownership. 
John Kotoku access to finance. Labour and 
product markets in Ghana. 
5. Department of Geography Prof. S. T Addo Environment/Land tenure 
and Resource Development Prof. Alex B. Asiedu nexus. 
University of Ghana 
6 Forest Research Institute Dr. Dominic Blay Land tenure systems and land 
of Ghana- KNUST Box 63 Mr. Lawrence Damnyag degradation in Ghana. 
7 Institute of Statistical. Dr. Nana Akua Anyidoho Emerging trends in land 
Social and Economic Mr. Samuel Amanquah markets and tenure security: 
Research (ISSER) Mr. Ezekiel Clotlt'y the potential for reform of 
University of Ghana. Legon customary land laws and 
institutions in Ghana. 
8 University of Ghana Dr. Joseph A. Yaro The Dynamics of customary 
Department of Geography Mr. Abraham Ibn land tenure systems in 
& Resource Development/ Zackaria Northern Ghana. 
ISSER. 
9 Department of Economics Dr. D. K. Twerefuo. Land tenure security. 
University of Ghana Mr. Osei-Assibey. investments and the 
POBox LG 57. Legon. Mr. Frank Agyire-Tettey environment. 
Accra 
10 Department of Agricultural Dr. Yaw Osei- Asare Land rights. sustainable 
and Agribusiness/ ISSER Mr. Fred Dzanku. natural resource management 
Mr. Samuel Dotse and Agricultural productivity 
in Ghana. 
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II Institute of Statistical. Dr. Isaac Osei-Akoto. Customary land tenure 
Social 'and Economic Ms. Irene Ampaabeng practices. investment and 
Research (ISSER) Mrs. Ama Pokuaa agricultural productions in 
University of Ghana. Legon Fenny Ghana. 
The project is managed by Prof. Ernest Aryeetey: Dr. Dzodzi Tsikata and Dr. George 
Botchie. 
Migration, Globalisation and Poverty 
This is a multidimensional study into various characteristics of recent migratory 
trends following gIobalisation. The project entered into its second phase (of 2 
years) at the beginning of April 2006. The entire programme has nine different 
components and ISSER researchers are working on four (4) of them. Three main 
activities . being undertaken in this phase. are as follows : 
Social Protection of Migrants in the Pineapple Sector. 
The Reintegration of Returned Child Migrants in the north of Ghana. 
A country paper on migration in Ghana. 
Emigration of Skilled Personnel 
Fieldwork for the first project was completed in July 2006 and data processing 
is still on-going. Instruments for the second study are almost ready and 
fieldwork is planned from early 2007. Work on the country paper is on-going 
and mainly involves desk-top research funded by DFID. Prof. John K. Anarfi is 
the Principal Researcher for this project. 
PRIPODE/CICRED Project: Population Development and Environment in 
Metropolitan Accra 
The - International Programme for Research on the Interactions between 
Population Development and Environment (PRIPODE) was designed to test the 
hypothesis that health levels in urban places are significantly influenced by the 
local neighbourhood environment including the natural environment. the social 
environment and location of a neighbourhood within the broader urban 
environment. This is also tied to the kind of international arrangements that 
regulate resource allocation from the centre to the local level. Nima/Mamobiin 
the Accra Metropolitan Area was selected for this study. 
The project. which is managed by ISSER. involves researchers from ISSER and 
the Department of Geography and Resource Development. University of Ghana. 
It also involves work with health officials from Accra Metropolitan Assembly. It 
has been undertaken in collaboration with researchers from San Diego State 
University and Harvard School of Public Health . A draft report on this project was 
completed in August 2006. The project coordinator is Prof. J, K. Anarfi. 
F AHOPS Project: - Addressing the Health of Children in Urban Poor Areas 
The project's main objective is to examine the effectiveness of measures geared 
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towards improving the health ofunder-5 children in poor urban areas. It uses the 
three-pillar approach. a consistent and complementary system of home-based 
care. improved personal hygiene and environment. health service delivery. It 
aims at replicating what has already been done successfully in Nairobi. Kenya. It 
entered into its transition stage this year. The first phase was devoted to an 
exploratory study which was expected to open the way for a bigger quantitative 
survey. Towards this end. a dissemination workshop was held in May 2006. 
The project is funded by the EU through the African Population and Health 
Research Centre in Nairobi. Kenya. 
Ford Foundation - funded Projects 
The current Ford Foundation - funded projects are in two parts: 
Urban Youth Sexual Health Project 
The project has entered its third phase with Ford Foundation funding. This support 
is for two years. The first year ended in August 2006. The project involves the 
running of outreach activities to young people in disadvantaged areas of 
Accra. out-of - school youth in apprenticeship and people living on the fringes 
of the city. It also offers training for young people in the project's centre at 
New Achimota in dress-making. hair-dressing. catering and batik and tie 
and dye. Currently. there are about twenty (20) young people receiving 
training in the Centre. 
Research on Sexuality in West Africa 
This is mainly a qualitative research to be done in Ghana. Nigeria and 
Senega\. An exclusive literature review has been done for the study and an 
interview guide has been put together. These documents have been presented 
at a meeting of a local advisory group put up to advise the project. The 
instrument is being revised in readiness for fieldwork early next year. 
These projects are coordinated by Prof. John K. Anarfi 
Micro-Simulation Models for Africa 
In 2002. UNU-WIDER began a project to develop capacity among four selected 
African Countries namely. Botswana. Cameroon. Nigeria and Uganda to construct 
micro-simulation models of tax and expenditures in order to give policy makers 
a clear view of the consequences of their different choices. The success of the 
project in developing local capacity to construct economic models generated 
requests from other African countries for similar support. 
One objective of this project is to build similar capacity in six additional 
African countries namely. Ghana. Zambia. Tanzania. Egypt. Namibia and 
Mozambique. ISSER has been appointed to manage the project while participating 
in the research itself. PartiCipants are made up of two (2) researchers from 
each of the six (6) countries. ISSER is being represented by Dr. Robert Osei and 
Mr. Emmanuel Joseph Mensah. The first training workshop was hosted by ISSER 
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from the 7th-9th November. 2006. The second has been scheduled for the third 
week of January 2007 in Egypt. Mrs Gladys Okyere-Boateng is the Project 
Manager. 
Study on Returns to Public Expenditures in Ghana 
The project is financed by the International Food Policy Research Institute(IFPRI) 
based in Washington and managed by IFPRI's Country Office in Ghana. The 
study seeks to achieve three objectives: 
to analyse public expenditure data and relate sectoral expenditures at 
the national level to spending outcomes and key development outcomes. 
to develop a more detailed database to permit deeper analysis of the 
impacts of various forms of government spending on growth and poverty 
reduction and 
to analyse incomes and expenditures of district assemblies. examine 
their sources of revenue and relate them to development outcomes of 
key sectors at the district level. Researchers working on the project are: 
Dr. Robert Osei. Dr. Isaac Osei-Akoto. Mr. George Adiah and Mr. William 
Quarmine. It is managed by Prof. Ernest Aryeetey. 
Integrating Knowledge from Computational Modelling with Multi-Stakeholder 
Governance: Towards More Secure Livelihoods through Improved Tools for 
Integrated River Basin Management 
The objective of the project is to research into the use of integrated simulation 
models as decision-tools in multi -stakeholder negotiation processes at the sub-
basin level. The project sites are the Volta-Basin (Ghana) and the 'virtuar Andes 
basin (Melado basin. Chile). The project will focus on (1) the analysis and 
strengthening of multi-stakeholder governance structures in the two project sites 
(Sub-Basin Management Board in Ghana. Water User Associations in Chile). (2) 
the identification of problems. policy options to address the problems. and criteria 
for evaluation policy options by the stakeholders. (3) the extension of simulation 
models to incorporate the impact of climate change on land and water use decisions 
of risk-averse producers. (4) the evaluation of alternative policy options. as 
identified by stakeholders. (5) the development of decision-support tools that 
present and visualize the outputs of the simulation models in a form that is 
useful for the stakeholders. and (6) the actual use of the decision-support tools in 
negotiation and planning processes in the multi-stakeholder governance 
structures. 
Other collaborating institutions are International Food Policy Research Institute 
(IFPRI), USA (Lead). Center for Development Research (ZEF). University of Bonn. 
Germany. Water Research Institute (WRI). CSIR. Ghana. Universidad de Talca. 
Chile. Institute of Rural Development (IRE), University of GoUingen. Germany. 
Center for Environmental Research Leipzig-Halle (UFZ) Germany. The ISSER 
component is coordinated by Dr. Felix Asante. 
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Empowering Farming Communities in Northern Ghana with Strategic 
Innovations and Productive Resources in Dryland Farming 
The project seeks to encourage the efficient capture and use of rainfall in non-
irrigated farming so as to manage agricultural drought within the Volta basins of 
Northern Ghana. This will enable the attainment of household food security and 
sustainable income while conserving and regenerating the natural resource base 
by empowering rural farming communities to exploit the productive potential of 
the rainfed drylands in Northern Ghana. Specific objectives of the project are: (I) 
Increased farm level yields of staple crops (sorghum, millet, cowpea and cassava) 
in the rainfed. small-scale farming systems in Northern Ghana while maintaining 
or improving upon the fertility of the farmlands and (2) Provide opportunities for 
women in rural communities to engage in off-farm income generation during 
the dry season. . 
Collaborating Institutions: are Savanna Agricultural Research Institute, CSIR. 
Ghana (Lead) Water Research Institute (WRI), CSIR. Ghana .. International Crop 
Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics. India. International Water 
Management Institute. Ghana Office, Accra. Dr. Felix Asante is the coordinator 
of the project. 
Adolescent Sexual and' Reproductive Health Program: An Evaluation of the 
African Youth Alliance (AYA) Project in Ghana. 
The objective of the exercise was to increase the precision level of information 
collection involving the knowledge base of respondents. their attitudes and 
perceptions about sex. the structure and organization of AYA education campaigns 
and the effectiveness of current AYA programs in reducing HIV I AIDS and other 
STI among the youth in Ghana. 
The project was subcontracted by John Snow Inc. to ISSER and started in Mar,h 
2006 and ended in May 2006. It was coordinated by Prof. Clement Ahiadeke. 
Female Sex Workers Behavioural Surveillance Survey involving Seaters and 
Roamers in Accra and Kumasi. Ghana. 
The main aim of the survey is to update and expand the behavioural and biomarker 
database on HIV ISTI risk among female sex workers in Ghana. It collected 
behavioural and biological data from seater and roamer FSWs in Accra and Kumasi 
in order to better define risk in this high-risk group and collect indicators to 
assist in the monitoring and evaluation of prevention activities. Collaborating 
institutions include: West Africa Project to Combat AIDS and STI's (WAPCAS); 
West Africa Project to Combat AIDS and STI's (WAPCAS). Strengthening HIV I 
AIDS Response Partnerships (SHARP) and Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research (NMIMR). This project started in May 2005 and ended with a final 
report in July 2006. It was coordinated by Prof. Clement Ahiadeke. 
Economy of Ghana Network 
This project is very much the advocacy arm of ISSER activities. The Economy of 
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Ghana Network IEGN) is a civil society organisation embracing all persons with 
adequate training and interest in issues relevant to the proper management of 
the country's social and economic development. The network. which is basically 
e-based. is meant to provide a platform for dissemina ting research findings and 
discussing their policy relevance. It seeks to make easily accessible to a wider 
audience the findings of research being carried out on the social and economic 
development in Ghana from different part of the globe. The network also seeks to 
engage all interested persons in policy debates and provides additional material 
to public agencies to assist national policy making. It is managed by ISSER with 
support form the African capacity building fund ACBF. Over 450 individuals have 
registered with the network. The EGN is coordinated by Prof Ernest Aryeetey. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Aryeetey, E. 
Journal Article 
Aryeetey, E. 2005. "Informal Finance for Private Sector Development in sub-
Saharan Africa". Journal ofMicrofmance, Vol. 7 No. 1. 
Edited Volume 
Aryeetey. E. led) 2005. Globalization. Employment and Poverty Reduction. Woeli 
Publishing Services, Accra 
Book Chapters 
Aryeetey, E. and A.A. Ahene 2005 "The Changing Regulatory Environment 
and its Implications for the Performance of Small and Medium-Sized 
Enterprises in Ghana" , in Edmund Amman led) Regulating Development. 
EvidencefromAjrica and Latin America, Edward Elgar. Cheltenham. 
Aryeetey, E. 2006. "Ghana" in Eddy Lee and Marco Vivarelli leds) Globalization. 
Employment and Income Distribution in Developing Countries . Pal grave 
Macmillan and ILO, Houndmills. Basingstoke. 
Aryeetey, E. 2006, "An Analysis of Financial a nd Monetary Cooperation in 
Africa", in Jose AntoniO Ocampo led) Regional Financial Cooperation. United 
Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Carribbean and 
Brookings Institution Press. Baltimore. 
Discussion Paper 
Aryeetey, E. and V. Nyanteng 2006. Agricultural Market Access in Ghana 
Discussion Paper 30. Ins titute of Statistical. Social and Economic Research. 
University of Ghana, Legon. 
Tsekpo,A. 
Technical Publications 
Tsekpo. A. 2006. Budgetary Processes and Fiscal Consolidation in Ghana. 
Technical Publication 67, Institute of Statistical. Social and EconomiC 
Research. University of Ghana. Legon. 
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Asante. F. A. 
Journal Articles 
Asante, F.A. 2006 .• Socio-Economics of Fisheries Dependent Communities 
in the Volta Basin of Ghana." International Journal ofE cology and Envirorunental 
Sciences, Vol. 32. No. I. March 2006. 
Book Chapters 
Asante, F.A. 2006. "Social Impact of the Cocoa Industry in Ghana." In: 
Maximizing the Benefits of the Cocoa Tree. Plenary Presentations at the 
24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association, 1st - 4th August 
2005. Edited by F. K. Addai, M. A. Cobblah and W. S. Sebuava. Yamens Press 
Ltd: Accra. 
Asante, F.A. "Ghana's Experience in Community based Poverty Monitoring 
System (CBMS) Data Collection." In New Challenges for the CBMS: Seeking 
Opportunities for a More Responsive Role. Proceedings of the 2005 CBMS 
Network Meeting, June 13-17, 2003. Colombo, Sri Lanka. Published by the 
Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS) Network Coordination Team. 
2006. 
Asante, F.A. "Implementation of a Community-Based Poverty Monitoring 
System in Ghana." in Institutionalizing the CBMS Approach to Poverty MonitOring 
in Selected Countries. Proceedings of the 2003 CBMS Network Meeting. 
November 4-8,2003. Published by the Community-Based Monitoring System 
(CBMS) Network Coordination Team. 2005. 
Technical Publications 
Asante, F.A., K. Asenso-Okyere and A. Kusi 2005. The Economic Impact of 
the Burden of Malaria in Ghana. Technical Publication No. 66. Institute of 
Statistical, SOCial and Economic Research, University of Ghana, Legon. 
December 2005. 
Asante, F. A. and A.Q.Q. Aboagye 2006. The Impact of Capital Flows and 
Macroeconomic Policy on the Agricultural Sector of Ghana. Technical 
Publication No. 68. Institute of Statistical. Social and Economic Research, 
University of Ghana, Legon. May 2006. 
Quartey. P. 
Journal Articles 
Quartey P. 2005. "Innovative Ways of Making Aid Effective in Ghana: Tied 
Aid versus Direct Budgetary Support", Journal of International Development, 
Volume 17, No 18, pp 1077-1092. 
Quartey P and P. Arthur. 2006. "Good Governance, the Mrican Peer Review 
Mechanism and SOCioeconomic Development: A Critical Review." Global 
Development Studies Journal. 4, Nos. I & 2, 2006, pp. 201-227, Maryland, 
Canada 
Book Chapter 
Quartey P. 2006. "The Textile and Clothing Industry in Ghana", in The Future 
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of the Textile and Clothing Industry in Sub-Saharan Africa, edited by Herbert 
Jauch and Rudolf Traub-Merz, Bub Bonner Universitats-Buckdruckerei, 
Germany 
Research Papers 
Quartey P. 2005. "Financial Sector Development, Domestic Resource 
Mobilization and Poverty Reduction in Ghana." WIDER Research Paper 2005/ 
71. Helsinki. Finland 
Quartey P. and R Osci 2005. ''Tax Reforms and Tax Administration in Ghana" 
WIDER Research Paper 2005/10, Helsinki. Finland 
Osei. R. D. 
Journal Articles 
• Osei RD., O. Morrissey and T. Lloyd 2005. ''The Fiscal Effects of Aid in Ghana: 
Journal of International Development. World Institute of Development 
Economics Research [WIDER) Special Issue 
Book Chapters 
Osei. RD. 2005 Livelihood and the Economy: Chapter 3b in Ghana Human 
Development report for 2004. (with P. Quartey) 
Seminar /Conference Presentations 
Osei. RD .. M.K. Ocran and C.K. D. Adjasi 2005. "Trade Liberalisationa and 
the Dynamics of Poverty: Empirical Evidence from Household Surveys in 
Ghana", Paper presented at World Institute for Development Economic 
Research [WIDER/UNU) Conference on "The Impact of Globalisation on the 
Poor in Africa", December 1-2,2005, Johannesburg. 
Research Papers 
• Osei, RD. 2005. The Sachet Water Menace in ACCRA, Paper written for 
case teaching at the Darden business school. university of Virginia in Sept-
Oct. 2005 
Ghana Chickens Out', Paper written for case teaching at the Darden Businpss 
School. University of Virginia in September -October, 2005. 
Osei, RD. and P. Quartey 2005 Tax Reform in Ghana', World Institute for 
Development Economic Research [WIDER/UNU) Research Paper, no. 2005, 
Helsinki 
Owusu.G. 
Journal Articles 
Owusu, G. 2005. "The Implications of Traditional and Modem Governance 
for Decentralisation in Ghana." Acta Geographica Trondheim Series B 5. 
Owusu. G. 2005. -Small towns in Ghana: Justifications for their Promotion 
under the Decentralisation Programme'. in African Studies Quarterly. 8. pp. 
48-69. [Online) URL: http://web.africa.ufl.edu/asq/v8/v8i2a3.htm 
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Owusu, G. 2005. '"The Role of District Capitals in Regional Development: 
Linking Small Towns, Rural-Urban Linkages and Decentralisation in Ghana." 
IntemationalDevelopmentPlanning Review, 27. pp. 59-89 
Book Chapters 
Owusu, G. 2006. '"The Changing Views on the Role of Small Towns in Rural 
and Regional Development in Mrica', In Cities in the World, 1500-2000. Edited 
by A. Green and R. Leech: London: Maney Publishing. pp. 49-60. 
Owusu, Gertrude 
Journal Article 
Owusu, G. 2005 "Race and Ethnic Disparities in Cervical Cancer Screening 
in a Safety-Net Healthcare System." Matemal and Child Health Joumal. 9 (3): 
285-295. (With Susan B. Eve, Cynthia M. Cready et. al.) 
Conference/Seminar Papers 
Owusu, G. "Gender Issues: Policies, Implementation, Monitoring and 
Evaluation", Paper presented at a workshop on Integrating Gender Statistics 
into Ghana's Development Process: Aburi. Ghana, December 11-17, 2005. 
Anyidoho. N, A. 
Journal Article 
• Anyidoho, N. A. (2006). [Review of the book Mrican Gender Studies: A reader). 
AJrica Review oJBooks, 2(2), 5. Dakar: CODESRIA. 
Book Chapter 
Anyidoho, N. A. 2006. Identity and Knowledge Production in the Fourth 
Generation. in InteLLectuals and African Development: Pretension and Resistance 
in AJrican Politics. edited by Bjorn Beckman and Gbemisola Remi Adeoti. Zed 
Books. 
SEMINARS 
ISSER hosts an in-house weekly seminar to share development research ideas 
generated both within and outside ISSER. The following seminars were held in 
2005/2006: 
Proposed Date Presenter Topic 
24.01. 2006 Dr. Gertrude Owusu Gender Issues in Ghana: Policies, 
Implementation, Monitoring & 
Evaluation 
31. 01. 2006 Mr. G. Adayi-Nwoza Adiah Savings Mobilization and Financial 
Sector Development in Ghana 
21. 02.2006 Dr. K. Appiah-Kubi Analysis of Costs of Scaling-Up 
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Some Interventions in Health to 
achieve the Health MDGs in Ghana 
07.03.2006 Dr. N. Alma Anyidoho "Come to Our Aid": Making Sense 
of the Tensions between 
Dependence and Self-Effort in the 
Dynamics of Development 
14.03.2006 Mr. Mats Karlsson Achieving a Per Capita Income of 
(Country Director- US$1.000 in Ghana by 2015: the 
World Bank) Way Forward in the View of the 
World Bank 
28.03.2006 Prof. Clement Ahiadeke Sampling Vulnerable Populations: 
Application of Recapture Methods to 
Estimate Sex Workers in Big Cities 
in Ghana 
18.04.2006 Mr. William Quarmine Empirical Analysis of Farmer's 
Preferences for Policy 
Interventions in Ghana 
25.04.2006 Mrs. Irene Ampaabeng Assessing Institutional and 
Management Capacity for 
Sustainable Water Provision in 
Ghana. The Case of Capitalise 
Coast Municipality 
02.05.2006 Fred Dzanku 
02.05.2006 Abraham Ibn Zackaria Perceptions of Poverty in Bongo 
District 
09.05.2006 Dr. Paul Acquah From Macro-Economic Stability to 
(Governor Bank of Ghana) Accelerated EconomiC Growth and 
Sustainable Development: The Role 
of Ghana's Monetary Policy 
16.05.2006 Dr. Dzodzi Tsikata Land Tenure 
23.05.2006 E. A. Clottey Gender, Energy and Poverty 
Reduction In Ghana 
30.05.2006 Dr. K. Appiah-Kubi Food Insecurity in the Volta River 
Basin of Ghana 
13.09.2005 Prof. J. K. Anarfi Reversing the Spread of HIV / AIDS. 
What Role has Migration? 
20.09.2005 Dr. S. N. A Codjoe Migrant versus Indigenous 
Females: An Analysis of Fertility 
Determinants in the Transitional 
Agro-Ecological Zone of Ghana 
27.09.2005 Dr. S. O. Kwankye Adolescent Sexuality and 
Reproductive Health in Ghana: 
Results from a Survey of Capitalise 
Coast and Mankrong 
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04.10.2005 Dr. S. O. Kwankye Contraceptive Knowledge and Use 
among female Adolescents in Urban and 
Rural Community in Ghana NGO 
11. 10.2005 Mrs. Cynthia A. Tagoe The Contribution and Impact of 
Activities in Ghana: Case Study of the 
Ga District 
18.10.2005 Mr. John Agyei Difficulty in Accessing 
Mr. Ezekiel A. Clottey Funding. A case Study of SMEs in Ghana 
25.10.2005 Mr. Fred. M. Dzanku Modelling the Effects of Agriculture and 
Logging on Deforestation in Ghana: 
1960-2002 
01. 11. 2005 Dr. George Owusu "Poverty in Ghana is basically a Rural 
Phenomenon". Are we Underestimating 
Urban Poverty? 
08.11.2005 Dr. Peter Quartey Financial Sector Development and 
Poverty Education' in Ghana 
22.11. 2005 Prof. J. K. Anarfi From Conflict to Conflict - Migration. 
Population Displace-ment and 
Refugee Flow: Whither Africa? 
06.12.2005 Dr. Appiah-Kubi Food Insecurity in the Volta River 
Basin of Ghana 
13.12.2005 Dr. Anthony Tsekpo Employment: The Missing Link in 
Ghana's Macroeconomic Framework 
20.12.2605 Dr. Osei-Akoto Child Poverty in Ghana 
STAFFING AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT 
For the 2005/2006 academic year, Prof Emest Aryeetey remained the Director of 
ISSER with Prof. John Anarfi as the Deputy Director. Prof. Clement Ahiadeke was 
the Head of the Social Division while Dr. Anthony Tsekpo headed the Economics 
Division. Mr. George Koomson joined ISSER in January 2006 as the Publications 
Officer. 
The Institute's staff development programme through its recruitment of young 
post-graduate researchers as Principal Research Assistants maintained its 
impressive momentum with the admission of two PRAs, Ms. Patricia Aidam and 
Mr. Michael Nimo to Ph.D programmes abroad. ISSER plans to find 2-4 Ph. D 
places for PRAs each year as part of its staff development effort. 
Promotions 
The following promotions took place in the course of 2005/2006: 
Dr. Kojo Appiah Kubi, promoted to Senior Research Fellow 
Dr. Felix A. Asante. promoted to Senior Research Fellow. 
Mr. Jasper Ackumey. promoted to Principal Research Assistant 
Mr. Solomon Incoom, promoted to Senior Accounting Assistant 
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Mr. Prosper Amegashie. promoted to Principal Library Assistant 
Mrs. Elizabeth Hadzah. promoted to Senior Administrative Assistant 
Mr. Samuel Turkson. promoted to Driver Grade I 
Retirement 
The following persons retired at the end of the 2005/6 academic year: 
Prof. A. Wayo Seinim. Associate Professor 
Mr. L.M.D. Laryea. Chief Library Assistant 
Mrs. Victoria A. Codjoe. Chief Research Assistant 
The staffing situation at ISSER at the end of the 2005/2006 academic year was 
as follows: 
Professor 2 
Associate Professor 2 
Senior Research Fellow 4 
Research Fellow 6 
Assistant Registrar 2 
Chief Accounting Assistant 1 
Principal Research Assistant 15 
Other Senior staff 7 
Junior staff 9 
TRAINING PROGRAMMES 
M.A/M.Phil Development Studies 
Twenty two (22) students made up of20 Ghanaians. one (1) American and one (1) 
Nigerian were admitted to the programme for the 2005/2006 academic year. 
With the exception of two students. they were all successful in completing the 
programme on schedule. Another four students were completed the M.Phii 
programme 
Long Vacation Course in Statistics 
A total of 217 persons attended the course in 2006. The breakdown of levels of 
courses pursued is as follows: 
Certificate I 56 
Certificate II 62 
Diploma I 50 
Diploma II 49 
ADVOCACY AND EXTERNAL COLLABORATIONS 
ISSER endeavours to reach targeted groups with research results and expertise 
in an attempt to positively influence development in Ghana and the sub-region. 
ISSER reaches its various target groups as well as the general public through its 
extensive publications. media programmes. seminars. workshops and conferences. 
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These efforts have been enhanced by healthy collaborative efforts between ISSER 
and its various partners. particularly Merchant Bank Ghana Limited 
ISSER and Merchant Bank Ghana Ltd have had over seven years of very fruitful 
collaboration which in the first five years focused on the organisation of the annual 
ISSER-Merchant Bank Annual Economic Lectures. These lectures have attracted 
very capable and highly respected speakers. There have been eight exciting 
lectures and publications since the collaboration began. 
The 2006 lecture was under the theme "Extending Financial Services to the 
Poor: What Strategies for Ghana." and was delivered by Prof. William F. Steel. 
fonnerly of World Bank and now an Adjunct Professor at ISSER. 
The expansion of the scope for the collaboration between the two institutions in 
the last two years has seen the institution of a budget review seminar and the 
fortnightly development seminars. 
ISSER-Merchant Bank Mid-Year Budget Review Seminar 
The budget review seminar provided the opportunity for an intellectual appraisal 
of the environment within which the national budget for 2006 was being 
implemented. Panellists from State institutions. the private sector and the labour 
front also assessed prospects for achieving various targets of the budget. The 
seminar also provided an opportunity for infonned discussions about economic 
policy-making in Ghana by a cross section of the public. ISSER presented its 
assessment of budget implementation through an overview. The seminar 
generated a lot of interesting debates and offered ample opportunity for managers 
of the economy. including the Minister of Finance and Economic Planning and 
representatives of the Bank of Ghana to participate to engage in a dialogue with 
researchers. 
ISSER-Merchant Bank Development Seminars 
The 2006 development seminars were under the broad theme of "Does 
Globalisation Hurt or Enhance National Development? Ghana's Experience in 
the Last Two Decades." A total of 12 presentations were made over a 5-month 
period from March 15 to July 26.2006. Below is the seminar programme. 
Name of Speaker Topic Date 
1. Professor Ernest Aryeetey Globalisation. Poverty and March 15.2006 
Sustainable Development 
2. Mrs. Elsie Addo Globalisation. Democracy March 29. 2006 
and Corporate Governance 
3. Ms. Esi Sutherland-Addy Globalisation. Culture and April 5. 2006 
Social Change 
4. Dr. Anthony Tsekpo Globalisation. Employment April 26. 2006 
and Inequality 
5. Mr. Jonathan Allotey Globalisation. Poverty and the May 3. 2006 
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Environment 
6. Dr Nana Alma Anyidoho Women and Globalisation May 10. 2006 
7. Prof. Isabella. Quakyi Health Implications of May 17.2006 
Globalisation 
8. Mr. Ken Ofori Atta Globalisation. Financial May 31. 2006 
Liberalisation and Investment 
9. Dr. Ramatu AI-Hassan Globalisation. Agricultural June 15.2006 
Trade and the Informal Economy 
10. Ms. Abena Oduro Trade Liberalisation. Growth June 28. 2006 
and Poverty Reduction 
11. Dr. Peter Quartey International Migration and July 12.2006 
Poverty Reduction 
12. Dr George Afeti Globalisation. Technology July 26. 2006 
Transfer and Skill Accumu-
lation 
LEGON CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 
BACKGROUND 
The Centre was established in 1989 by the Council of'the University of Ghana at 
the request of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Its miSSion is to meet the nation's 
need for well-trained diplomats. researchers and professional personnel in 
International Affairs. International Law and International Economics. 
OVERVIEW 
LECIA is an academic unit within the Faculty of Social Studies of the University 
of Ghana. The Centre runs a twelve (12) month M.A. (International Affairs) 
programme. Since the 2003/2004 Academic year. the Centre has been admitting 
students to its MPhii Programme based on performance in the written 
examinations of the M. A. 
ACTIVITIES/COURSES/PROGRAMMES 
The period under review was a busy one for the Centre. The Centre concurrently 
run the M.A. programme at the Centre and the Ghana Armed Forces Command 
and Staff College (GAFCSC). The Peacebuilding and Good Governance for African 
Civilian Personnel Training Project Secretariat also ran training programmes 
for participants from various African countries. In the same year. speCial Training 
for staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were organised. 
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STUDENT NUMBERS 
LECIA admitted 35 students for the 2005/2006 academic year. 12 of which were 
women. 22 were also admitted at the GAFCSC for the M. A. Programme. 
STAFFING POSITION 
I Director 
I Associate Professor 
1 Senior Research Fellow 
5 Research Fellows 
1 Assistant Registrar 
1 Junior Research Fellow 
1 Diplomat-in-Residence 
5 Senior Staff 
5 Junior Staff 
PUBLICATIONS 
Gebe. B. Y. D. 
"11le United States. International Relations and the World Leadership in 
the Twenty - First Century." In the Legon Journal for International Affairs 
(LEJIA), Vol.2. No.1. May 2005. 
-In Pursuit of a Union of African States: The State System and Political 
Integration in Africa." In the Legon Journal for International Affairs (LEJIA). 
Vol. 3. No.2. November. 2006. 
Attuquayefio. P. 
"Exploring Suicide Terrorism and its threat to International Security" in 
the Legon Journal for International Affairs (LEJIA), Vol. 3. No.1. May 2006. 
Pages 1-19. 
Publisher: Legon Centre for International Affairs (LECIA). Legon. Place of 
publication: Accra:' 
-Harmonising Maritime Policies for Sub-Regional Trade and Economic 
Development: The Case for West Africa. In the Legon Journal for International 
Affairs (LEJIA) Vol. 3 No.2. November 2006. 
B. Workshops/Conferences/ Seminars 
Gebe.B.Y.D. 
-Global Terrorism and its Impact on Parliamentary Business." Paper 
presented at the Commonwealth Sergeant - at - Arms Conference for the 
African Union. Parliament of Ghana. Accra. 3rd - 5th August. 2005. 
-Renewing the United Nations to meet the Challenges of the Times." Paper 
presented at the Seminar Sponsored by the United Nations Information Office. 
Accra on the National UN Secretary - General's Report. 16th August. 2005. 
Accra. 
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• "Democratic Governance of the Security Sector: Paper presented at the West 
African Network for Security and Democratic Governance (WANSED) 
Workshop in collaboration with the Friedrich Ebert Foundation (FES) and the 
National War College of Nigeria, Abuja, November 27th - 30th, 2005. 
• "Human Security on the Regional Agenda: Constraints and Extent of 
Incorporation." Paper presented at the Organization of Economic Cooperation 
and Development (OECD) and Sahel and West Africa Club (SWAC) Workshop 
on Human Security in West Africa: Challenges, Coordination and Action for 
a Regfonal Agenda, Lome, Togo, March 28 - 30, 2006. 
• "Democratic Consolidation in West Africa: What Role for the Knowledge 
Sector?" Paper presented at the Africa Policy Advisory Group Seminar on 
ECOWAS' Evolving Security Architecture: Looking Back to the Future Accra, 
30 - 31 st October, 2006. 
Attuquayefio, P. 
Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana)/lnternational 
Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ) Seminar on Teaching Transitional 
Justice. 7th - 11 th December, 2005, Chances Hotel, Ho. 
• PartiCipant, Friedrich Ebert Stufting (FES) /Trade, Industry and Foreign Affairs 
Committees of the Parliament of Ghana. West Africa Sub-Regional Workshop 
on a Multilateral Trade Negotiation. West Africa's Development Challenges 
and the Role of Parliament: 25 - 27 November, 2005, Cresta Royale Hotel. 
Accra. 
Participant, CODESRlA Annual Writing Workshop for Scholarly Publishing. 
15 - 19th November, 2006, Kenyatta University, Nairobi. 
SEMINARS 
The seminars are a part of the teaching programme of the Centre. Participation 
is compulsory for all LEClA and GAFCSC students. They are open to members of 
the University generally and Staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The seminars 
are held for 10 weeks in each semester. The seminars for the Academic year 
were as follows: 
Seminars 2005/2006 
H.E. Mr. Jimmy Aggrey Orleans, Former Ghana's High Commissioner to Britain 
and Political Advisor to the UN SpeCial Presentative in Cote D'ivoire - Managing 
the Fragile Peace Process in Cote D'ivoire: The Issues and Challenges. 
Dr. Regina Adutwum, Acting Director-General. National Development Planning 
Commission, Flagstaff House, Accra - Ghana's Growth and Poverty Reduction 
Strategy: The Significance and Challenges. 
H. E. Mr. Masamichi Ishikawa, Japanese Ambassador to Ghana, Accra - Ghana-
Japan Partnership for Poverty Alleviation in Ghana. 
Ambassador John Schram, Canadian High COmmissioner to Ghana - Conflict 
Management and Peace Building in Africa - Canadian Perspectives and PoliCies. 
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Hon. Deputy Minister Capt. (Rtd.) Nkrabeah Effah-Darteh, Minister of Interior-
Effectively Combating the Narcotics Trade in Ghana as part of International Co-
operation: The Challenges. 
Prof. Wisdom J. Tetteh, Faculty of Communication and Culture, University of 
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and Department of Political Science. University of Ghana 
- Communities Without Propinquity: The Case of the African Diaspora. 
Rev. Prof. S. K. Adjepong. Chairman. Ghana APRM - African Union. APRM and 
Good Governance: The Challenges. 
Prof. E. H. K. Akaho. Director General, Ghana Atomic Energy Commission -
Production of Nuclear Energy for Peaceful Purposes - The issues and the 
Challenges. 
Mr. Chris Landberg. Economic Section Chief. U. S. Embassy. Accra - The 
Millennium Challenge Act: A New Approach to U. S. Foreign Assistance. 
His Excellency. Filberto Ceriani Sebregondi. the Head of the Delegation of the 
European Commission in Ghana - EU ACP Collaboration: The Way Forward. 
Prof. Craig Calhoun, University of New York / Prof. Charles Taylor, McGILL & 
North-West University - Alternative Modernities & Cultures of Democracy: Is it 
time to be Postnational? 
LECIA OCCASIONAL STUDENT LECTURE 
Ambassador John Schram. a former Canadian High CommiSSioner to Ghana 
presented a series of Seminars in March. 2006 on the topics: 
"The Role of Canada in World PoliticS". 
Canadian Development Assistance Policy as a sub-set of Policies of 
Industrialised Countries and Accessing Canadian Development Assistance. 
Conflict Management and Peace Building in Africa - Canadian Perspectives 
and PoliCies. 
JOURNAL 
The sixth issue of the LEJIA was published in November. 2006 
BENEFACTIONS 
ProfessorW. Ofuatey-Kodjoe of Queens College. City University of New York. U.S.A.. 
donated over 100 books to the Centre's Library during the period. 
The Legon Journal for International Affairs (LEJIA) received a $14.000 grant from 
TALIF for eqUipment to enhance the work of the Editorial Board. 
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FINANCIAL UPDATE 
CSPS raised funds from two donors in the past academic year. The Ghana Research 
and Advocacy Programme (G-RAP) granted the Centre 30.000 US dollars to finance 
its key operations. and to finance research on capitation grants. TALIF further 
granted CSPS 84.000 US dollars to replace ageing IT equipment and to prepare a 
Masters Programme in Social Policy Studies. 
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COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES 
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA DENTAL SCHOOL 
DEPARTMENT OF BIOMATERIALS SCIENCE 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continues to offer teaching to students offering dentistry at the 
University of Ghana Dental School. 
COURSES 
Dental Material Science 
Oral Biology 
Oral Radiology 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
lEVEL NUMBER 
LEVEL 500 22 
LEVEL 600 18 
TOTAL 40 
STAFF POSITION 
1 Senior Lecturer 
1 Lecturer 
2 Part- Time Lecturers 
Out of this number one Senior Lecture is on leave of absence. 
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY 
Overview 
The Department offers the following courses to Clinical Year Dental Students. 
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Community Dentistry 
Periodontology 
Biostatistics 
Course (1) above involves outreach programmes where students screen selected 
communities within the Accra Metropolis. Final Year Dental Students visit two 
(2) polyclinics (Usher and Kaneshie) where they provide dental treatment under 
the supervision of the Resident Dental Surgeons. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
lEVEL NUMBER 
CLINICAL YEAR II 18 
CLINICAL YEAR III II 
TOTAL 31 
STAFFING POSITION 
Lecturer 
3 Part-Time Lecturers 
Senior Staff 
RESEARCH PROJECT 
The Head of Department was part of the team which carried out the Oral Health 
Survey in 10 selected communities in Ghana. 
DEPARTMENT OF ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY 
OVERVIEW 
The Dental and MaxillofaCial Department located at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital 
is committed to providing excellent care for patients irrespective of age. sex. 
colour or race. In addition. the department provides training for Dental and Medical 
students as well as offering post-graduate residency training program in Oral & 
Maxillofacial Surgery. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The department offered courses at the BDS Final Parts. I. II & III levels in such 
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areas as. Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Radiology. Local Anaesthesia, and 
Exodontia, 
STUDENT MEMBERS 
Level 500 22 
Level 600 18 
Level 700 13 
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STAFF POSITION 
1 Senior Lecture 
1 Lecturer 
1 Teaching Assistant 
Other staff (Ministry of Health) 
1 Principal NurSing Officer 
5 Dental Surgery assistants 
2 Laboratory Technicians 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
Parkins. G. 
In collaboration with Dr. George Armah (NMIMR). Prof. Mingle (Department 
of Microbiology- UGMS) and Dr. YaoTettey (Department of Pathology- UGMS). 
Continuing with "Oral tumours - Light and Electron Microscopy studies". 
In collaboration with Dr. Kwesi Addo (NMIMR). Dr. T. Adiku (Department of 
Microbiology): "Maxillofacial infections". 
Abdulai. A. E. 
The use of Local Anaesthesia in the Management of Fractures of the Facial 
Skeleton. 
Reconstruction of The Orbital Floor with Temporalis Muscle Flap following 
Hemi-Maxillofacial Surgery. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Parkins. G. E. A. 
(Co-author of Book): "Management of Accident and Emergencies: A Manual 
for Frontline Providers". Edited by Hesse I. F. A., Adadevoh S. W. K., Bannennan 
C. Hess A. A. J. & Rodrigues O. NHLMC - HRDD, Ministry of Health/Ghana 
Health Service. Ghana 2003. 
Parkins. G. E. A .• George Armah: 'Tumours of the Midface'. GDJ June 2004; 
4(1). 14-20. 
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Abdulai. A. E. 
Abdulai. A. E .. Amponsah G .. Baddoo H. IddIisu M. I. Ankylosis of the mandible: 
Analyses of 35 cases treated at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra. Ghana. 
GMJ 2004; 38:8-14. 
Abdulai. A. E .. IddIissu MI.. Gyasi R. K. Fibro-osseous Lesions of the Facial 
Skeleton: Analysis of 52 cases. Accepted for September 2004. Vol. 38 edition 
of the Ghana Medical Journal. 
Abdulai. A. E .• Avogo D. Traumatic Herniation of the Buccal Fat Pad: A case 
report. Accepted for September 2004. Vol. 38. No.3 edition of the Ghana 
Medical Journal. 
ORAL PATHOLOGY/ORAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT 
OVERVIEW 
The department ran three (3) different programmes for 3 different year groups ie. 
BDS Final Parts I. 11 & 111. 
COURSES 
BDS Final Part I: 
Introduction to Clinical Investigations. Oral Biology. Oral Pathology Oral Diagnosis. 
BDS Final Part 11: 
Human Disease: 
• Medicine/Surgery Program in Collaboration with Depts. of 
Medicine and Surgery. 
Review of Basic Immunology. 
Medical Emergencies in the Dental Chair. 
Co-ordinated Course in Oral Diagnosis - inclusive of Oral Pathology. Oral 
Medicine and Oral Radiology. 
Clinical with supervision. 
BDS Final Part III: 
Continuation - Oral Diagnosis and Clinical ScenaIios 
• Clinicals continued - Oral Pathology/Oral Medicine. 
STUDENTS 
lEVEL NO. OF STUDENTS 
BDS Final Part I 22 
BDS Final Part II 18 
BDS Final Part III 13 
Total 53 
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STAFFING POSITION 
Associate Professor 
Lecturer 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
The department won a TALIF grant to look into the "Sensitivity of selected 
symptoms in the Early diagnosis of HIV infection". The project is expected to 
start before the end of the year. 
The educational aspect of the project involves sensitizing practicing Dental 
Surgeon to the early diagnosis of HIV and also current trends in the disease 
management. So far. we have in collaboration with Ghana Aids Commission and 
support from the Ghana College of Physician and Surgeons organized a successful 
CME for 60 Dental Surgeons in Accra. Plans are afoot to repeat the programme in 
Kumasi soon. 
PUBLICATIONS 
• Newman Merley A.. Nartey N. 0.: Prevalence of Malocclusion and Occlusal 
Anomalies in Ghanaian Orthodontic Patients - Ghana Dental Journal, June 
2004. 
Nyako E. A. . Nartey N. 0.: An Unusual Presentation of an Osteogenic Sarcoma 
of the Maxilla - Ghana Dental Journal. June 2004. 
Kwamin F: The Role of the Dental Surgeon in the Early Diagnosis of HIV 
Infection; Ghana Dental Journal; 12/03/04. Accra. Ghana. 
Kwamin F: The Ghanaian Dental Surgeon and HIV Management - Ghana 
Dental Journal, June 2004. Accra. Ghana. 
DEPARTMENT OF ORTHODONTICS AND PAEDODONTICS 
OVERVIEW 
Staffing has been quite inadequate for the past two years because the two 
registrars had to leave for postgraduate training but one of them returned last 
week and is ready to take up the position as lecturer. 
The facilities are just about adequate for the clinical students that we have now. 
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The new dental school building however is expected to be completed and equipped 
by the end of this year. There are therefore plans to convert some of the old 
clinics to a day case area so that students may be exposed to dental procedures 
performed under general anesthesia. 
A mobile dental clinic was donated to the school by Rotary international and a 
vehicle to pull it along was donated by WHO Ghana. This has enabled the 
department to extend its outreach services to children beyond its immediate 
environs. 
COURSES OFFERED 
Ortho/Pedo 1 Introduction to Orthodontics and Paedodontics 
Ortho/Pedo II Laboratory techniques 
Ortho/Pedo III Clinical experience 
Student Numbers 
Level 600 18 
Level 700 13 
Total 31 
Staffing position 
Senior Lecturer 
Lecturer 
Two of the department's who will complete their postgraduate programmes soon, 
expected to take up faculty positions to improve on the staffing position. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
The incidence of the maxillary midline diastema and its management 
The pattern of impacted teeth in Ghanaian orthodontic patients 
The Korle-bu retractor 
A Cephalometric analysis of the Ghanaian face 
PUBLICATIONS 
Nartey NO, Newman M.A.. Nyako EA. Bruce I: TIle Pattern ofI mpacted Teeth in 
Orthodontic Patients. Ghana DentJ 2003; 2: 14-18 
Newman M.A.. Nartey NO: Prevalence ofM alocclusion and Occlusal Anomalies 
in Ghanaian Orthodontic Patients. Ghana Dent J 2004; 4:9-12 
Newman MA. Nartey NO, Nyarko EA: Van Der Wounde's Syndrome: Report ofa  
Case. Ghana Medical Journal (Submitted) 
Newman M.A.. Nartey NO: Surgical and Orthodontic Management of impacted 
teeth associated with Odontoma. JClin Pediatr Dent (Submitted) 
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DEPARTMENT OF RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY 
OVERVIEW 
The Restorative Dentistry Department of the University of Ghana Dental School 
comprises of sub-specialty areas: 
Conservative Dentistry 
• Endodontics 
Prosthetic Dentistry Removable Prosthodontics 
Fixed Prosthodontics 
It is therefore. the largest component of the clinical program of the Dental School 
and is supported by the dental laboratory section in the teaching of dental students 
in prosthetic techniques and fabrication of dental appliances and prostheses. 
The department is involved in the teaching of undergraduates in the BDS degree 
program and also in the clinical rotation training programs of the Postgraduates 
Residents of the West African Postgraduate Medical College. and also the online 
(MClinDent degree) candidates of the Kings College/Guys Hosp/London. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 500 (lst Clinical Year Class) 22 
Level 600 18 
Level 700 13 
Total 53 
STAFFING POSITION 
Senior Lecturer: (Full-time) 1 
Lecturers: (Full-time) 1 
: (part-time) 2 
Teaching Assistants 2 
PUBLICATIONS 
Nyako Eo A.. Nartey N. 0.: An unusual presentation of an osteogenic sarcoma 
of the maxilla: A case report; Ghana Dental Journal. Vol. 4 (l). July 2004. 
Fasola AO .. Nyako EA .. Obiechina AE .. Arotiba JT: Trends in the 
characteristics of maxillofacial fractures in Nigerians; American Journal of 
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; 61: 1140-1143. 2003. 
Newman M .. Nartey N.O .. Nyako EoA.: The pattern of impacted permanent 
teeth in orthodontic patients; Ghana Dental Journal; Vo1.3. 20 June 2003. 
Nyako EoA.: General problems of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Ghana 
and its future (Editorial Commentary); Ghana Medical Journal. Vol 38: 1-2. 
2003. 
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UNIVERSITY OF GHANA MEDICAL SCHOOL 
DEPARTMENT OF ANAESTHESIA 
OVERVIEW 
The 2005/2006 Academic Year saw the retirement of Dr. (Mrs .) Gladys Amponsah 
on the 31st July 2006 after providing useful. impactful service to the University 
of Ghana Medical School and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital for many years. 
STAFFING 
The academic staff complement is six: 
Dr. Eugenia Lamptey Lecturer and Head of Department 
Prof. Yaw Adu-Gyamfi Full Professor (Contract) 
Dr. Gladys Amponsah Senior Lecturer (Contract) 
Dr. Henry Baddoo Senior Lecturer 
Dr. Frank Boni Lecturer 
Dr. Ernest Aniteye Lecturer 
Dr. Francis Ahiaku Part Time Lecturer 
STAFFING POSITION 
1 Professor 
2 Senior Lecturers 
3 Lecturers 
1 Part-time Lecturer 
1 Senior Staff 
2 Junior Staff 
Out of this number one professor is on leave without pay for 6 months ending 
31st December 2006. One Senior Lecturer retired on 31st July 2006 and the 
other would be on sabbatical leave from November 2006 for one year. Thus. at 
the moment there are three full time and one part- time academic staff in the 
department. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Undergraduate MBChB Final Part II 87 
Diploma (WACS)/Primary (WACS) 10 
Part I (WACS) 5 
Part II (WACS) 7 
Part II (GCPS) 9 
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COURSES 
The Department gives 5-week courses in Anaesthesia to final year medical 
students. The students rotate through the department in groups of 11-16. The 
undergraduate courses involve lectures. tutorials and practicals of principles and 
practice of anaesthesia. Senior Members in the department also give tutorials. 
lectures. and refresher courses for postgraduate training in Anaesthesia for doctors 
preparing towards the Diploma and Fellowship examinations for West African 
College of Surgeons and Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons on topics 
relating to 'Principles and Practice of Anaesthesia' and 'Clinical Measurements'. 
CLINICAL WORKWAD 
The average number of operations for each diSCipline for which anaesthesia was 
provided by the Department was as follows: 
Obstetrics 320 per month 
Gynaecology 98 per month 
Orthopedics 130 per month 
Paediatric surgery 60 per month 
General surgery 280 per month 
Maxillofacial surgery 8 per month 
Plastic surgery 80 per month 
Ear Nose and Throat surgery 48 per month 
Eye surgery (mainly local anaesthesia) 20 per month 
Neurosurgery 28 per month 
Cardiothoracic surgery 20 per month 
Genitourinary surgery 40 per month 
Radiology IS per month 
Total 1147 per month 
Dr. Adu-Gyamfi on leave of absence 
Dr. Henry Baddoo on leave of absence 
Dr. Gladys Amponsah 
PUBLICATIONS 
Amponsah.G. 
• Non-Pharmacological Management of Pain Published in African Journal of 
Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Vol. 6; No.2; December 2005. 
• "Textbook for the Perioperative Nurse" Principal Author Co-Author Mrs. 
Rebecca Nsaful. Principal Nursing Officer. Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The 
Citi Printers Ltd. Accra. 
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This 320 page textbook is the first of its kind written by Ghanaians for the 
students doing the Perioperative Nursing Course. The book was launched at 
the Accra International conference Centre on 26th July 2006. 
Contributions to the book "Ghana Golden Jubilee Topics". The Editor of this 
book is Prof. Felix Konotey-Ahulu. The contributions included a write up on 
Miss Marian Irene Anderson and Mrs. Joyce Asibey. Companion of Order of 
the Volta. both past headmistresses of Aburi Girls Secondary School. These 
will be included in the chapter entitled "How can we forget." 
• Review of an article for Ghana Medical Journal entitled "Porcine Anaesthesia 
for Advanced Trauma Operative Management (ATOM) course - Experience 
at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. 
• Appointed Assistant Editor for the journal "African Journal of Anaesthesia 
and Intensive Care" This is the journal of the Societies of Anaesthesia of 
West and East Africa. 
CONFERENCES ATTENDED 
• West African College of Surgeons 46th Annual Conference Accra February 
2006. Member of local organizing committee and Treasurer. 
26th Congress of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists Port 
Elizabeth. South Africa March 2006. 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference of University of Ghana Medical School. 
Accra Ghana. May 2006. Member of planning committee. 
• 30th Scientific Meeting of Ghana Surgical Research Society. Accra. May 
2006. Paper Read: Postoperative nausea and vomiting at Korle Bu Teaching 
Hospital. 
WORKSHOP 
Workshop organized by West African Health Community (WA HO) on Competence 
based teaching methods for postgraduate students in the West African sub-region 
January 2006 Accra. 
COURSES 
A refresher course organized by the Department of Anaesthesia on behalf of the 
Faculty of Anaesthesia West African College of Surgeons. Accra February/March 
2006. . 
PUBLICATIONS 
Lamptey.E. 
Publications - None 
Ready for publication 
• Body mass index (BM!) in patients attending the Anaesthesia clinic. 
Implications for Anaesthesia. Coauthored with H. K. Baddoo. F. K. Boni 
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Local Anaesthetic Toxicity after Intravenous Regional Anaesthesia. 
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID) Toxicity - A case report of 
prolonged use of NSAID causing haemorrhage and cardiac arrest. 
Review of an article for Ghana Medical Journal entitled 'Postoperative nausea 
and vomiting in Korle Bu Teaching Hospital' . 
Conferences/ seminars /workshops / symposia/papers 
WACS Annual Scientific Conference - February 2006. 
Refresher course on Clinical Measurements at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital 
on behalf of Faculty of Anaesthesia WACS. Lecture - 'Peri-operative 
Monitoring in Anaesthesia' March 2006. 
UGMS - 3rd Annual Scientific Conference of University of Ghana Medical 
School - May 2006. Paper read- 'Perioperative Management of the surgical 
patient - Preoperative Assessment' 
Resource person for preconference workshop on Basic and Advance Cardiac 
and Trauma Life Support, December 2006. 
GCPS -3rd Annual Scientific Conference. December 2006 
Extension Services 
Outreach - Workshop on perioperative management ofVesico-Vaginal Fistula 
at Nkwanta District Hospital. Volta Region. 
Member committee for Presbyterian Church of Ghana Relief Services 
Member of Accreditation team for WACS and GCPS 
Frank Boni 
Publication - None 
ReadyJor Publication - Body Mass Index of patients attending the Anaesthesia 
Clinic-Implications for Anaesthes~a ongoing research projects 
Ongoing Research Projects 
Evaluation of the use of MagneSium Sulphate in Obstetrics at KBTH, Accra 
Peri-operative blood requirements of ruptured ectopic pregnancies in Acra 
The use of the Glostavent anaesthetic machine in Ghana 
Management of the Critically ill Obstetric patients 
Middle level anaesthetic manpower training and its effects on services in 
Ghana 
CPR training and development in Ghana 
CME development in Obstetric Anaesthesia and Neonatal Resuscitation 
Regional Anaesthesia for Caesarian Sections in Ghana 
Body Mass Indec (BMI) in Anaesthesia Ghana 
Assessment and Development of Pain Management in Ghana 
Conferences / Presentations/Lectures/Workshops 
WACS Annual SCientific Conference -February 2006 
WACS Refresher Course lectures 
Obstetrics Anaesthetists Society Conference. Glasgow May 2006. 
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:Inl Unlvnslty of Ghana Medical School Sclcntlfic Conference May 2006, 
Pap('rs pr('s('nted; 
Collaboratlvc Programme to reduce Maternal and Neonatal Mortality In 
(;hana. 
Pnioperatlve Management of the Surgical Patient - Postoperative care. 
3rd Annual Sclcntlfic COnl(TCIH'(' GCPS, December 2006, 
Pre-eont('ren('c workshop- Basi(' and Advancc Cardiac and Trauma Life 
Support, 
Lccturcs - CPR; Monitoring Practical Demonstration on ACLS 
Anlteye. E, 
Publi('at iOlls - None 
Submitted for Publication 
EE, Th(' d'tkacy of Preopnat iv(' l<:rythropoletin therapy East African Medical 
Journal 
Thrombolysis for blocked Artherlo-Venous - a retrospective study of 10 
pati('nts on chronic dialysis - African Annals for Cardlothoracic Surgery 
Morbidity and Mortality of dialysis patients at the Cardlotl1oracic dialysis 
unit - Ghana Medical Journal 
The cffectiveness of c\cctivc synchronized cardloverslon for chronic atrial 
fibrillation - Ghana Medical Journal 
AnaestlH'sia for Jehovah's Wltnesscs, a review - Ghana Medical Journal 
Conferences. Lectures/Workshops 
West African College of Surgeons. Refresher course In anacsthesia March 
200(;, two ledlllTS. 
West African Collegc of Surg('olls. Refresher course In anaesthesia, March 
2006 ECG, 
Third Annual Sc\('ntlfic Conference UGMS, 3rd-5th May 2006 - Presentation 
on "Transilision, alternativ(' health care - meeting patients needs and 
rights." 
Criiit';11 Care Refresher Course 18th-21st July 2006 workshop In 
l'ardlopulIl1onary resuscitation, 
('rltical Care Nursing Refresher Course - Organlser, 4 lectures (a) Oxygen 
therapy devices (b) Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (c) Local anaesthetic 
agents, principles and their uses (d) Pain management 
Review Practical Assessment Tools for Critical Care Nursing Programme by 
thc NMC - 14 tit· 15th September 2006. 
GCrS DeceIllbn 2006. 
PROJECTS/RESEARCH 
Total parental nutrition In debilitated patients 
Magncsium defielenl'Y In patients with dysphagia 
Thomilolvsis In myocardial Infarction 
DEPARTMENT OF ANATOMY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department received 180 level 300 dental and medical students at the 
commencement of the academic year. This unprecedented high number of 
students posed new challenges for the organisation of practical classes in histology 
and cadaver dissections. as well as tutorials. Novel adjustments were instituted 
to make practical classes and tutorials meaningful. The instituted measures to 
cope with the large numbers of students. and dedication of staff paid good dividends 
in an unparalleled large number of students who obtaiI1fd distinction and credit 
scores at the end of the year. The Department also received four (4) postgraduate 
students into its M.Phil. Programme. In November 2005. Professor Aaron Lane 
Lawson took up appointment as Dean of the University of Ghana Medical School. 
His appointment was especially significant. because it was the third consecutive 
(substantive) deanship by a member of our Department. a feat that will take 
years to be equalled. In the meantime. Prof. Frederick Kwaku Addai was appointed 
head of Department from November 1st 2005 to July 31st 2008. The foundation 
Provost of the College of Health Sciences. Rev. Professor Andrews Seth Ayettey 
offiCially re-joined the department on Post-retirement contract. 
COURSES 
The Department offered courses at the B.Sc. level in areas including Medical 
SCiences (level 300); Medical Laboratory Technology (level 200); Physiotherapy 
(level 200); and Radiography (leve1200). In addition the Department offered courses 
at the M.Phil. level in Human Anatomy; and at Postdoctoral level (Primaries) for 
West Mrica College of Surgeons and the Ghana College of Surgeons and Physicians. 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 200 93 
Level 300 180 
M.Phil. 4 
Postdoctoral 9 
ToW 286 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was as follows: 
3 Professors 
2 Associate Professors 
1 Senior Lecturer 
3 Lecturers 
3 Senior Staff 
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3 Junior Staff 
9 Mortuary men 
1 Janitor 
Out of the number. one Associate Professor was on Part-time appointment. and 
one Lecturer was on study leave. 
RESEARCH PROJECTS 
Light Microscopic studies of the structure of major veins in rats following 
chronic ingestion of cocoa powder. 
Light Microscopic studies of the structure of major arteries in rats following 
chronic ingestion of cocoa powder. 
Morphological profile of hairs from various parts of the human body. 
The role of somites in the closure of the neural tube. 
Effect of daily cocoa/ chocolate ingestion on blood pressure. serum lipid and 
magneSium levels in hypertensive and normotensive Ghanaians. 
Correlation of height with anatomic-obstetric dimensions of pelves in 
Ghanaian females . 
Anatomical, cytogenetical. and endocrinological profiles of Ghanaian females 
showing masculine body hair distribution. 
PUBLICATIONS 
The Plastic Waste Menace in Ghana - A Systematic Analysis of the Problem 
and its Solution. Addai. FK. Accra. Ghana. August 2005. Ghana Health 
Digest. 5(2) . 39-43. 
Healthful Benefits of Edible Products from the Cocoa Bean. Addai. FK. Accra. 
Ghana. August 2005. In: Ghana Science Assoc iation. 24th Biennial 
Conference Plenary Presentations on the Theme: "Maximizing the Benefits 
of the Cocoa Tree". F. Kwaku Addai. Millicent A. Cobblah. Wisdom S. Sebuava 
(Eds). ISBN 9988 7531 0 1. Pp. 109-114. 
The Healthful Benefits of Cocoa. Addai, FK. Accra. Ghana. October 2005. 
In: Raising Awareness on the Importance of Cocoa to Ghana. Resource Booklet 
for Senior Secondary Schools"Quiz Contest on Cocoa. F.K. Addai. M.A. Cobblah. 
W.S. Sebuava (Eds) . pp . 22-33. 
Cocoa: A Total Health Food (Golden Health from the bean of the Golden Tree). 
Addai. FK. Accra. 2005. The Christian Sentinel. 14(3).26-27. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Addai. F.K 
• 24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science Association & the 1 st 
COCO BOD Conference for Promotion oflocal consumption of cocoa products. 
ERATA hotel and GIMPA. Accra. August 1-4. 2005: As Chairman of Local 
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Organizing Committee. Presented Honorary National President"s Address 
at Opening Ceremony. Speech published in Ghana Sciepce Association 
24th Biennial Conference Plenary Presentations; ISBN 9988 7531 0 1. Pp. 
140-14l. 
Cook Art Ghana; Cocoa Consumption and Awareness Programme for Second 
Cycle Institutions. Accra Technical Training Centre (ATTC), Accra. 
November 25th 2005. Invited Presentation as special guest on Health Benefits 
of Cocoa Consumption. 
Centre for School and Community Science and Technology Studies (SACOST) 
Workshop on Utilization of Local Resources in Ghana; Invited Presentation 
as Resource Person on Cocoa Utilization: implications for Science and 
Technology Education in Ghana. University of Education Winneba. 29th June 
2006. 
10th Biennial Workshop of the Ghona Science Association on the theme; 
"Rainwater Harvesting. a sustainable solution to water shortage problems 
in Ghana". GNAT Hall. Accra. 20th July. 2006. 
Foundation for Security and Development in Africa (FOSDA) Workshop on 
The Extraction Industry and Border management; the role of Parliament. 
Invited Paper Presentation on the Place of Science in Ghana's Education 
and Politics. ERATA hotel. Accra; 14-15 August 2006. 
Lawson. A.L. 
Seminar on Financial Management for Non-Financial Executives. 18-26 April 
2006. 
Dennis. E.E. 
Seminar on Financial management for Non-Financial Executives. 18-26April 
2006. 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical School. 
M-Plaza Hotel. Accra. 3-5 May 2006. 
Seminar on Procurement. 23rd May 2006. 
10th Biennial Workshop of the Ghana Science Association on the theme: 
Rainwater Harvesting. a sustainable solution to water shortage problems in 
Ghana. GNAT Hall. Accra. 20th July 2006. 
Adjenti. S.K. 
24th Biennial Confemce of the Ghana Science Association. ERATA Hotel 
and GIMPA. Legon. Accra. 1-4 August 2005. 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical School. 
M-Plaza Hotel. Accra. 3-5 May 2006. 
10th Biennial Workshop of the Ghana Science AssOCiation on the Theme 
"Rainwater Harvesting; a sustainable solution to water shortage problems 
in Ghana". GNAT Hall. Accra. 20th July 2006. 
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EXTENSION WORK 
Addai, F.K. 
Part-Time Lecturer. School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS) in Cell Biology 
and Genetics Theory (2 credits) and Practicals (1 credit). 
Radio Univers Invitational Discussion on the topic Promoting Local 
Consumption of cocoa, the Role of Scientific Research. Hosted by Jerome 
Jacaboba Amoah. August 10. 2005. 
Chairman of a committee of the Ghana SCience Association (GSA), which 
organized a quiz contest on Cocoa among forty (40) selected Senior Secondary 
Schools with equal representation from each of the ten regions. The final 
championship contest took place at the GBC studios in Accra on October 1 st 
2005. as part of activities marking the first COPAL Cocoa Day. 
Visiting Lecturer in Human Embryology. School of Medical Sciences. Kwame 
Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUSn. Kumasi. 
Resource person on Health Benefits of Cocoa for Farmers' Education 
Programme on Radio by the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG). 
Featured in live on Trickie FM. Enchi -10/06/2006; and Liberty FM. Sefwi 
Wiawso - 11/06/2006. 
External Examiner for Department of Human Biology. School of Biological 
SCiences. University of Cape Coast. The following numbers of sCripts and 
project reports were moderated/marked. 
HUB 402 - Development Biology - 24 sCripts 
HUB 404 - Human Anatomy and Physiology - 24 sCripts 
HUB 406 - Medical Microbiology - 54 scripts 
HUB 407 - Human Ecology - 23 sCripts 
HUB 499 - Projects - 24 dissertations. 
Additionally. I met with the Head and other Senior Members of the 
Department to discuss my report/comments on Wednesday 21 st June 2006. 
External Examiner for Ph.D. thesis by Dr. Kwasi Odoi-Agyarko titled "Female 
Genital Mutilation and Obstetric Sequelae in Upper East Region of Ghana: 
in the Department of Theoretical and Applied Biology. School of Biological 
SCiences. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. Kumasi. 
Part-Time Lecturer. West Africa. and Ghana College of Physicians and 
Surgeons in Medical Histology and Human Embryology. 
Consultant in charge of Private Embalming and Hearse Service Income 
Generating Activities. Department of Anatomy. UGMS. 
• Foremost Promoter of local consumption of pure cocoa beverage for better 
health; featured on numerous radio/TV programmes and addressed many 
interested civil society groups. 
• Chairman. Editorial Board. Ghana Health Digest. a Communication for Better 
Health (CBH) publication by the Health Foundation Ghana; sponsored by the 
Dreyfus Health Foundation of New York. 
Chairman. Income Generating and Consultancy Committee (IGCC). UGMS. 
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Lawson. A.L. 
Editor of the West African Journal of Anatomy (WAJA). 
Examiner. Postgraduate (Partl) Examinations of the West African College of 
Surgeons. 
Examiner. Postgraduate (Partl) Examination of the Ghana College of Surgeons 
and Physicians. 
Dennis. E.E. 
Part-Time Lecturer. Level 200 Functional Histology. Medical Laboratory 
Technology Course. School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS), Korle-Bu. 
Ayettey. A.S. 
Reverend Minister in charge. Faith Presbyterian Church. Shiashie. Accra. 
Vice-Chairman. Board of Directors. World Vision International (WVI). 
Adjenti. S.K. 
Part-Time Lecturer. Level 200 General Anatomy. B.Sc. Physiotheray. B.Sc. 
Radiography. and B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology Courses. School of 
Allied Health Sciences (SAHS), Korle-Bu. 
Adutwum-Ofosu. K.K. 
Part-Time Lecturer. Level 200 General Anatomy. B.Sc. Physiotheray. B.Sc. 
Radiography. and B.Sc. Medical Laboratory technology Courses. School of 
Allied Health Sciences (SAHS), Korle- Bu. 
DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Chemical Pathology is a Para-clinical department of the 
University of Ghana Medical School. The undergraduate curriculum of the 
department is mainly applied biochemistry and this forms the bedrock of accurate 
clinical diagnosis. The Department together with the others thus prepares students 
for their clinical rotations. The Department undertakes three main activities. 
teaching of both undergraduate and postgraduate students. research into relevant 
clinical and biochemical issues and provision of diagnostic services to patients of 
the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. 
It also runs a metabolic/endOCrine clinic in collaboration with the Department of 
Medicine. 
STAFFING 
Academic Staff 
Dr. S.Y. Oppong Senior Lecturer & Head of Dept 
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Dr. P.K. Buamah - Senior Lecturer (Contract) 
Prof. T.D. Osafo - Professor (Part-time) 
Dr. S.Q. Maddy - Senior Lecturer (Part-time) 
Mr. S.D. Amanquah - Lecturer (On study leave) 
Dr. Henry Asare Anane - Lecturer (study leave) 
Senior Staff 
Rev. Kingsley Offe-Amoyaw - Chief Research Assistant 
Ms. Vida Ofei - Supt. Technologist (Contract) 
Samuel Angamah - Biochemist 
Mrs. Elizabeth Laryea - Snr. Administrative Assistant 
Junior Staff 
Mr. Eric Gyebi-Boakye - Lab. Assistant 
Ms. Doris Nsiah - Typist Grade I 
Mr. David Kwame Labuer - Messenger 
STUDENTS/COURSES 
Level 400 Medical and Dental Students 186 
BSc (Allied Health Sciences) 
Level 200 51 
Level 300 51 
Level 400 8 
Primaries (Ghana College of Physicians & Surgeons) variable 
Primaries (West African College of Physician & variable 
Postgraduate MPhii 
7 
Residents (FWCP/FGCP) 
RESEARCH 
The Department is currently either involved in or about starting research in the 
following areas: 
• Use of tumour markers in the diagnosis and monitoring of diseases. 
Standardization of Laboratory results of Lipids in Ghanaians. 
Cholesterol and Saturated Fatty acid content of edible oils on the Ghanaian 
market. 
• Standardization and quality assurance of private medical laboratories in 
Ghana. 
Glyoxalase -1 Phenotypes in Ghanaian DiabetiCS. 
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ACCREDITATION 
The department is accredited as a teaching centre for postgraduate doctors of the 
West African College of Physicians and Surgeons. 
EXTENSION WORK/SERVICE 
The Department of Chemical Pathology is heavily involved in the provision of 
service to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. The Department provides 
administrative and technical leadership to the Chemical Pathology Unit of the 
Central Laboratory of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. 
CONFERENCE/WORKSHOPS 
Senior members of the Department fully partiCipated in the 3rd Annual 
SCientific Conference of the UGMS in May 2006. 
Dr. P.K. Buamah Made an oral presentation on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia 
and PSA Levels at the 3rd Scientific Conference of UGMS. May 2006. Cancer. 
Dr. S. Y. Oppong attended a workshop on Scientific Journal Review 
facilitated by the Lancet in April 2006. 
Dr. S .Y. Oppong delivered an oral presentation on the participation of the 
informal sector in the National Health Insurance Scheme at the U.G.M.S. 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference in May 2006. 
Prof. T.D. Osafo delivered a lecture on 'Quality Assurance in Laboratory 
Medicine at the Professional Development Programme (CPDP) of the Ghana 
College of Physicians and Surgeons in July 2005 
Dr. S.Y. Oppong delivered a lecture on 'PhySiology of Obesity' at Professional 
Development and Continuing Medical Education Programme of the Ghana 
Medical AsSOCiation in September 2005. 
Dr. S .Y. Oppong delivered a lecture on 'Anti oxidants in Health' at the Annual 
General Conference of the West African College of Physicians in October 
2006. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Oppong S.Y et al. 'Participation of the Urban Informal Sector in the National 
Health Insurance Scheme' Abstract of the 3rd Annual Scientific Conference 
of the University of Ghana Medical School. Accra May 2006. 
Buamah P.K. (2005) Tumour Markers and Management of Prostate 
Cancer. Abstracts of the 3rd Annual Scientific Conference of the 
University of Ghana Medical School. Accra May 2006. 
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DEPARTMENT OF CHILD HEALTH 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Child Health, with a total of 9 full time Senior Members olTered 
undergraduate courses for students in their second clinical year. Postgraduate 
teaching was also undertaken for postgraduate students working for higher 
professional examinations under the auspices of the West African College of 
Physicians (WACP) and the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons (GCPS) . 
Senior Members also ran a heavy service schedule as well as took part in research 
in the department. Members continued to serve on various committees of the 
Medical School, the College of Health Sciences and the University of Ghana whilst 
extension services were also offered to the Ministry of Health. 
Courses taught No . of Students 
MB ChB. Final Part 1 90 
Postgraduates Paediatrics 20 
Staffing Position: 
Professors 3 (one on leave of absence) 
Assoc. Professors 3 
Senior Lectures 1 (Part time) 
Lecturers 4 
Senior Staff 2 
Junior Staff 3 
The department saw the promotion of 3 senior lecturers to the aSSOCiate professo!" 
rank whilst one full professor retired in July 2006 (back on contract). One lecturer 
has resigned after barely one year of being offered a pOSition. 
One newly appointed associate professor returned from a year's sabbatical leave 
in March 2006. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS: 
Work is ongOing on the following: 
Rotavirus 
• Malaria 
• HIB Meningitis Surveillance 
Sickle Cell Disease 
• Burkitts Tumor Chemotherapy 
• Pneumococcal Pneumonia 
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PUBLICATIONS 
• Childhood Intestinal Obstruction from Lithobazoar: African Journal of 
Paediatric Surgery 2005; 1(2): 109 - III by Hesse AAJ. Appeadu-Mensah W. 
Welbeck J. Onuoha CEO. Boatey J. 
.• High Frequency Cyclophosphamide and Intrathecal Methotrexate for Endemic 
Burkitts Lymphoma - a multicentre study in MalaWi. Cameroon and Ghana. 
Submitted to Paediatric Blood and Cancer by P B Hesseling. E. Molyneux. F 
Tchintseme. C Abongwa. P A MaCConnick. J Welbeck. L Renner. V Adabayeri 
eta!. 
Bone marrow suppression and severe anaemia associated. with persistent 
Plasmodium falciparum infection in African children with microscopically 
undetectable parasitaemia. Marie Helleberg. Bamenla Q Goka. Bartholomew 
o Akanmori. George Obeng-Adjei. Onike Rodrigues and Jorgen A. L Kurtzhals. 
Malaria Journal 2005; 4:56 (01 Dec 2005) 
WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/PRESENTATIONS 
AIl Senior Members partiCipated in: 
• Update Course GCPS/WACP Faculty of Paediatrics. 
Theme: Common Neonatal Problems. Feb. 2006 as resource persons. 
3rd Annual Scientific UGMS meeting. May 2006 
Revision course GCPS/WACP Faculty of Paediatrics June 2006 as resource 
I?ersons 
Welbeck. J. 
Participant at the 37th Annual Conference of The International Society of 
Paediatric Oncology SlOP 2005 in Vancover Canada Sept. 21 - 24 2005 
Poster on "Endemic Burktts Lymphoma Therapy" presented. 
Participant at West African College of Physicians (WACP). Ghana Chapter 
Local AGSM in Kumasi 28 - 29 Oct. 2005. 
Resource Person at meetings on Infant and Young Child Feeding organized 
by Ghana Health Service (GHS) Nutrition Unit. Nov. 2005 
Participant at Ghana Medical Journal (GMJ) Reviewers Workshop organized 
by "The Lancet" in Accra. March 2006 
Participant at Training Workshop on HIV / AIDS Management organized by 
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH). June 2006 
Rodrigues. O. 
Participant at Training Workshop on HIV / AIDS Management organized by 
KBTH. June 2006 
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"The Politics of Election 2004 in the Nkawkaw and Afram Plains South 
Constituencies: Continuity or Change?" in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.). Voting 
for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vol.2. ISBN 9988-
7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006), pp. 207-230. 
"NEPAD and the African Peer Review Mechanism: Prospects and Challenges" 
in Isaac O. Albert. (ed.), Perspectives on Peace and Conflict in Ajrica. Institute 
of African Studies. Peace and Conflict Studies Programme. University of 
Ibadan. Ibadan: Archers Press. 2005. pp. 312-324 
Debrah. E. 
• "Political Parties and Electoral Competition". in Ghana in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur. (ed.) Votingfor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. 
Vol.l. ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006). pp. 101-126. 
"Election 2004 and Politics in Upper West Akim and New Juabeng South 
Constituencies". in in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.). Voting for Democracy in 
Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vol.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom 
Publications. Accra: 2006), pp. 17-40. 
Anebo. F.K.G. 
• "Issue Salience Versus Ethnic Voting in the 2004 Elections". in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur. (ed.) Votingfor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. 
Vol.l. ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006), pp.187-210. 
Allah-Mensah. B. 
Poverty Reduction. Democratic Consolidation and Ghana's 2004 Elections 
in Kwame Boafo-Arthur, (ed.) Votingfor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections 
in Perspective. Vol. I. ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 
2006). pp. 237-258. 
The 2004 December General Elections: A Comparative Analysis of Evalue 
Gwira and Ellembelle Constituencies in the Western Region", in Kwame 
Boafo-Arthur (ed.). Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in 
Perspective. Vol.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006). 
pp.273-286. 
Amponsah.N. 
Ghana's Democratic Development hlational and Local Dimensions. in Kwame 
Boafo-Arthur. (ed.) Voting for Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in 
Perspective. Vol. I. ISBN 9988-7716-5-7. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006). 
pp.277-293. 
"Political Traditions and Elecoral Politics in Kintampo North and South. 
Sissala West and Wa Central Constituencies", in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.). 
Votingfor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vo1.2. ISBN 
9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications, Accra: 2006). pp. 287-309. 
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Drah.F.K. 
The 2004 General Elections: A Study of Okaikoi South and Ayawaso Central 
Constituencies". in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.J. VotingJor Democracy in Ghana: 
The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vo1.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom 
Publications. Accra: 2006J. pp. 131-168. 
Essuman-Johnson. A-
A. "The 2004 Elections in Four Constituencies: Bolga. Bongon. Gomoa West and 
KEEA". in in Kwame Boafo-Arthur (ed.J. Voting Jar Democracy in Ghana: The 
2004 Elections in Perspective. Vo1.2. ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom 
Publications. Accra: 2006J. pp. 41-62. 
Aggrey-Darkoh. E. 
"Manhyia. Oforikrom and Suame Constituencies in the 2004 Elections in 
the Context of Democratic Consolidation in Ghana" in Kwame Boafo-Arthur 
(ed.]. VotingJor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. Vo1.2. 
ISBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006], pp. 257-272. 
Ahiawordor. S.K.M. 
"An Analysis of the 2004 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections in Ketu 
North and Ketu South Constituencies of the Volta Region" in in Kwame Boafo-
Arthur (ed.J. VotingJor Democracy in Ghana: The 2004 Elections in Perspective. 
VoI.2.1SBN 9988-7716-6-5. (Freedom Publications. Accra: 2006J. pp. 309-328. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Ayee. J.R.A-
Second Annual General and SCientific Mceting of the Ghana College of 
Physicians and Surgeons held from December 7-9. 2005 at the Accra 
International Conference Centre. Paper presented: "Some Thoughts on the 
Health System in Ghana". 
Workshop on "State Capacity Building" held on 16-18 January. 2006 at the 
Institute of Development Studies (lDSJ. University of Sussex. Brighton. UK. 
Paper presented: "Politics of State Capacity Building in Africa". 
• Stakeholders Forum on Validation of Indicators for Monitoring Corruption in 
Ghana organized by the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACCJ and the 
German Technical Cooperation (GTZJ held on 15-16 March. 2006 at the 
Novotel Hotel. Accra: Paper presented: "National Corruption Monitoring 
Indicators in Ghana". 
Two-Day Internal Training Workshop on Corruption for Anti-Corruption 
Officers of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice 
(CHRAJJ held on 15-16 June. 2006 at the Ellking Hotel. Accra. Paper 
presented: "Corruption: Concepts. Types and Forms". 
Three-day Workshop on Decentralization and Traditional Authorities under 
the theme "The Role of Chiefs in Ghana's Decentralization and Development 
Process" held on August 16-18. 2006 at Volta Hotel. Akosombo. organized by 
the National House of Chiefs and sponsored by the Konrad Adenauer 
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH 
OVERVIEW 
As in the past several years. the Department has continued to rely heavily on 
part-time lecturers and field tutors to discharge the departments teaching 
obligation. difficult though this arrangement has always been. All attempts to 
recruit permanent staff have failed. Our efforts now are centred around actively 
campaigning for medical students to consider specialising in community medicine 
for accelerated training and taking up lectureship appointments. We hope this 
will yield the required result. 
For the year under consideration. courses were provided both at the undergraduate 
and postgraduate levels in the department. The department provided courses at 
the following places as well: 
• School of Allied Health Sciences 
• School of Public Health. Legon 
• Public Health Nurses School 
• Nurses Training and MidWifery Schools 
• Dental Technology Students at Dental School 
Additionally. the department provided clinical service at the Medical School CliniC. 
Department staff members also provided technical services to the Ministry of 
Health. Ghana Health Service. National Disaster Management Organization and 
other National bodies. 
COURSES AND NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
Insti tu tions / Levels Courses /Ti ties No. of Students 
Medical Schoola) 
Undergraduates: 
First Clinical Year Junior Clerkship & MB III 139 
Second Clinical Year Co-ordinated Course in Community 
Health. Medicine and Surgery 103 
Third Clinical Year Senior Clerkship in Community 
Health 88 
Postgraduate: 
Primary West African College of Physician 
(WACP) 6 
Part I West African College of Physician 
(WACP) 6 
Dental School General Epidemiology and Planning 10 
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School of Public Health 
School of Allied Health 
Sciences Biostatistics 
Nurses Training College General Epidemiology 
Public Health Nurses School Immunization and Communicable 
Disease Control 32 
Current Members of the Department Of Community Health 
Regular Staff 
For the year under consideration. there was only one regular lecturer in the 
department in the person of Prof. R B Blritwum. a professor -and lecturer in 
Biostatistics. Prof. Biritwum who was then the Vice Dean. and Ag. Dean of the 
Medical School. also retired at the age of 60 years in July. 2006. 
Staff on Contract 
Prof. L. Osei - Associate Professor and Lecturer in Epidemiology and Disease 
Control. He is the current Acting Head of Department. 
• Prof. R.B. Biritwum - Professor and Lecturer in Biostatistics 
Prof. Gilford A. Ashitey - Professor and Lecturer in Epidemiology and Health 
Management. 
Dr. Rosemary Richardson - Lecturer in Reproductive Health. 
• Dr. Kwasi Poku Nimo - Senior Lecturer and Lecturer in Health Management. 
Residents - 12 
Three (3) - currently pursuing masters programmes outside the country. 
One - (1) - currently pursuing a doctoral programme outside the country. 
Four (4) - have finished masters programme and passed primaries ofWACP. 
Three of them are currently helping the department in various programmes. 
Five (4) - have passed the primaries ofWACP. 
Senior and Junior Staff 
Senior Research Assistants 6 
Chief Nursing Officer 1 
Computer Data Entry Staff 2 
Administrative Assistants 2 
Cartographer 1 
Office Clerk 1 
Field Stations 
These are stations we send our students to enable them see the real health 
problems in the country. It affords them the opportunity to see and partake in 
health care delivery as seen in these areas and not just the "ideal" situations 
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they are used to at the teaching hospital. 
Danfa Rural Health Centre 
Polyclinics in Accra 
District Health Clerkship Hospitals 
Akosombo Hospital 
Atua Hospital 
Agormanya . St. Martin's Hospital 
Nkawkaw Catholic Hospital 
Akwatia Catholic Hospital 
Sogakope Government Hospital 
Battor Catholic Hospital 
Assin Fosu Catholic Hospital 
Suhum Government Hospital 
Winneba Government Hospital 
Ankaful Leprosarium 
Links with the Ministry of Health and Other Organisations 
Public He'alth Reference Laboratory 
Disease Control Unit 
Centre' for Health Statistics 
Tuberculosis Control Unit 
PUBLICATION 
Duda R B. Juma N A. Hill A G. Seffah J. Biritwum R. Interest in Healthy 
living Outweighs presumed Cultural Norms for Obesity for Ghanaian Women. 
Health Qual Life Octcomes. 2006 Ju120; 4 : 44. PMID: 16857048 (Pub Med-
indexed for MEDLlNE). 
Biritwum RB. GypongJ. Mensah G. The Epidemiolo/Zv of Obesity in Ghana. 
GMJ. 2005 Sept 39 (3) : 82-85. 
Hagopian A. Ofosu A. Fatusi A. Biritwum RB. Essel A. Gary Hart L. Watts C. 
The Flight of Physie'ians from West Africa: views of African Physicians and 
Implications for Policy. Soc. Sci. Med. 2005 Oct: 61 (8) 1750-60. PMID: 
15927335 (Pub Med - indexed for MEDLlNE). 
Nimo KP. Wood Sam. -Situational Analysis on HIV / AIDS Services within the 
Private Health Sector in Ghana". WHO Ghana Office. Mimeograph Publication 
August 2005. 
RESEARCH 
WHO Study on Ageing in Ghana. 2005 
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CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Impact Assessment of APOC Activities - Ft'bruary 2005 Ouagadougou - Prof. 
RB. Biritwum 
World Ht'alth SUf\'('y Data Analysis and Rt'port - May 5-8, 2005, Congo 
Brazzaville - Prof. RB, Biritwum 
Ellison Institute Ml'cting 27th - 29th June, ,\t1H'ns, Grc('l't' 
- Prof. RB, Biritwum 
CONCLUSION 
The Departmt'nt was able to dischargt' its responsibilitit's satisfactorily largely 
because of the extensi\(' use of part time lecturers and field supef\'isor-., Tllh 
kind of arrangement is always fraught with problems and ind(Td we did encounter 
many durinL( the v('ar. Then' is a need therefore to actin'lv support de\'('lopment 
and capacity building in the Departmcnt, to cnable it discharge its duties with 
minimum of external help, 
CENTRE FOR TROPICAL CLINICAL PHARMACOWGY AND 
THERAPEUTICS 
OVERVIEW 
Thl' Centre for Tropical Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics I( 'TCPT) is ;\ 
clinical. teaching and research department in the Universil\' of Ghana I\kdical 
School (UGMS), 
The Centre is involved in work in drug and vaccine safety as well as 111 the safl'tv 
monitoring of herbal medicines and general pharma('()\'i,L(ilan('(', It carri('s out 
studi('S on drugs used ill tropical diseases including malaria aile! ondlOcerchi,>sis, 
It is also involved in rcs('arch on intef\Tntions to improve the rational use of 
drugs in the countrv, The Centrc established the N;ttional C('ntre for 
Pharmacovlgilance in '2001, the first such organisation in \Ve,.,t ,\fricd, The 
Centre has an interest in pharmacoL('netics, pharmacoepidt'miolog\', 
pharmacokinetics, nwdicalcommunicatioll, nisis management ;lIld int£'rll1ittent 
preventive treatment of malaria in pregnant women (lPTp) and in infants I IPTi) , 
'1'11(' CTCP'T collaboratcs with s('\'('ral loc;ti and international organlsatiolls 
including the World Health OrL(anisation (\VHO). the United Nations Childrell's 
Fund (UNICEF). Familv Ikalth International WHO, the National Institutes of Health 
(USA), the Intl'rnatio;1al Socil't\' of Pharmacovigilance (lSoP), til(' lntt'rnational 
Network for thc Rational Use of DrUL(S (lNRUD), Other organisations include the 
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Ghana National Drugs Programme. the National Malaria Control Programme and 
the Ghana AIDS Commission. 
The Centre in 2006 obtained a grant from the Ghana AIDS Commission to cany 
out a study titled "Characterisation of anti-retroviral drug induced adverse events 
and the development of a manual for managing ART-induced adverse events in 
Ghana". It also obtained contracts from the Health Research Unit of the Ghana 
Health Service to carry out a project on the effect of training. monitoring. 
supervision and feedback on the reporting of adverse events following 
immunization. The Centre is also carrying out a project involving active and 
passive pharmacovigilance of sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine during 
implementation ofIPTi in the Upper East region of Ghana. The Centre is currently 
concluding a WHO-TOR funded project on the real life safety monitoring of 
amodiaquine+artesunate and chlorproguanil-daponse in Ghana. 
Academic staff of the Centre are facilitators on courses run locally and 
internationally by INRUD. It is involved in providing technical assistance to the 
Ministry of Health in developing. editing and promoting the Standard Treatment 
Guidelines and Essential Medicines List of the Ministry of Health. It facilitates 
international courses on pharrnacovigilance and vaccine safety and provides 
consultancy support in areas as diverse as health insurance and treatment. care 
and support ofHIV / AIDS patients. 
Academic Staff 
Prof. Kenneth K. Adjepon-Yamoah - Professor (on contract) 
Prof. David Ofori-Adjei - Professor 
Dr AIexander Nii Oto Dodoo - Senior Research Fellow (Ag. Director) 
Mr. William Kudzi - Research Fellow (On study leave for Ph.D. 
University of Portsmouth. UK) 
Mr Ben Neils Quashie - Research Fellow (On study leave for Ph.D. 
University of Glasgow. UK) 
Mr Edmund T. Nartey - Research Fellow 
Senior Staff 
Mr. Michael Ofori-Adjei - Chief Technician 
Mrs Selie A. Baiden - Senior Administrative Assistant (On study 
leave at the University of Ghana) 
Mr John Tsakpo - Technician 
Mr Samuel Ahorhorlu - Technologist 
Mr. Caleb Buernortey - TechniCian 
Teaching 
Academic staff of the crePT are actively involved in undergraduate postgraduate 
courses in clinical pharmacology at the UGMS and the Ghana College of Physician 
and Surgeons. 
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PUBLICATIONS 
Addae MM. Tetteh JK. Ishiwada N. Komada Y. Yamaguchi S. Ofori-Adjei D. 
Kamiya H. Akanmori BD. High CD4/CD45RO+ and CD8/CD45RO+ frequencies 
in children with vaccine-modified measles. Pediatr Int. 2006 Oct;48(5):449-53. 
Ofori-Adjei D. Antes G. Tharyan P. Slade E. Tamber PS. Have online international 
medical journals made local journals obsolete? PLoS Med. 2006 Aug;3(8):e359. 
Addo KK. Owusu-Darko K. Dan-Dzide M. Yeboah-Manu D. Ablordey A. Caulley P. 
Minamikawa M. Bonsu F. Lienhardt C. Akpedonu P. Ofori-Adj'ei D. Situation 
analysis of TB microscopy centres in Ghana. Int J Tuberc Lung Dis. 2006 
Aug; 10(8):870-5. 
Addo KK. Dan-Dzide M. Yeboah-Manu D. Owusu-Darko K. Caulley P. Minamikawa 
M. Bonsu F. Lienhardt C. Akpedonu P. Ofori-Adjei D. Improving the laboratory 
diagnosis ofTB in Ghana: the impact of a quality assurance system. Int J Tuberc 
Lung Dis. 2006Jul;10(7):812-7. 
Ampofo W. Torpey K. Mukadi YD. Koram K. Nolan K. Amenyah R, Kaitoo E. Antwi 
P. Ofori-Adjei D. Lamptey P. Normal CD4+ T lymphocyte levels in HIV seronegative 
individuals in the Manya/Yilo Krobo communities in the Eastern region of Ghana. 
VirafImmunol. 2006 Summer; 19(2):260-6. 
Apea-Kubi KA. Yamaguchi oS. Sakyi B. Ofori-Adjei D. HTLV-l and other viral 
sexually transmitted infections in antenatal and gynaecological patients in Ghana. 
WestAfrJ Med. 2006Jan-Mar;25(1):17-21. 
Yeboah-Manu D. Peduzzi E. Mensah-Quainoo E. Asante-Poku A. Ofori-Adjei D. 
Pluschke G. Daubenberger CA. SystemiC suppression of interferon-gamma 
responses in Buruli ulcer patients resolves after surgical excision of the lesions 
caused by the extracellular pathogen Mycobacterium ulcerans. J Leukoc BioI. 2006 
Jun;79(6): 1150-6. Epub 2006 Mar 10. 
Hilty M. Yeboah-Manu D. Boakye D. Mensah-guainoo E. Rondini S. Schelling E. 
Ofori-Adjei D. Portaels F. ZinsstagJ. Pluschke G. Genetic diversity in Mycobacterium 
ulcerans isolates from Ghana revealed by a newly identified locus containing a 
variable number of tandem repeats. J Bacteriol. 2006 Feb; 188(4): 1462-5. 
Huy TT. Ishikawa K. Ampofo W. Izumi T. Nakajima A. Ansah J. Tetteh JO. 
Nii-Trebi N. Aidoo S. Ofori-Adjei D. Sata T. Ushijima H. Abe K. 
Characteristics of hepatitis B virus in Ghana: full length genome sequences 
indicate the endemicity of genotype E in West Africa. J Med Virol. 2006 
Feb;78(2): 178-84. 
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Qll a shie N!3. Akanmori 130. Ofori-Adjei D. Goka BQ. Kurtzhals JA. Factors 
contributing to th e development of anaemia in Plasmodiumjalcipanwl 
malari<t: what about dmg-resistant parasites') J Trop Pediatr. 2006 Aug:52(4):254-
9. Epull 2005 Del' 2. . 
Qllaship NB. de Koning HP. Ra nford -Cartwright LC. An improved and highly 
sensitive microfluorimetril' method for assessing susceptibility of Plasmodium 
jalciparwn to antimalarial dmgs in vitro. Malaria Journal 2006:5:95. 
Dua h NO. Wilson MD. Ghansah A. Abuakll B. Edoh D. QlIashie NB. Koram KA . 
Mutations in Plasmodium jalciparwll Chlorine Resistance Transporter and 
Multidmg Resistance Genes. and Treatment Outcomes in Gh a naian Childrrn 
with Uncomplicated Malaria. J ofTrop Pediatr. 2006: 1-5. 
Quashir NB. Aka nmori BD. Ofori-Adjei D. Goka BQ. Kurtzh a ls JAL. Factors 
Contributing to the Development of Anaemia in PlasmodiumjalciparwTl Malaria : 
What about Drug-Resistant Parasites? J ofTrop Pediatr. 2005:52(4):254-9. 
Dodoo ANO . Appi a h-Danquah A. (2006) Safr ty of herbal m e dicines : th e 
prae titioner's view. Dmg Safety 29(4): 350. 
Dodoo ANO. Appiah -Danquah A. Gyansa-Lutterodt M. Duwiejua M. (2006). Safrty 
monitoring of h erba l medicines in Ghana: challenges and opportunities. Drug 
Safety. 29(4): 352. 
00000 ANO. Marfo FP. TI10mpson H. Allotey NK. Bart-Plange C. (2005) . Hfectiveness 
of a Simplified spontaneous reporting form for intensive monitoring of adverse 
events during intermittent preventive treatment of malaria in pregnant women 
",ith s ulphadoxine -pyrimethamine. Drug Safe ty. 28(10) : 958. 
0 0<100 ANO and Marfo FP. (2005) Effect of an educational intervention on illlproving 
dru g sa fety awaren ess amongst sellers of non-pres('fiption I1lI'c\i('iIH's in a 
dt'\T loping ('ountry. Drug Safety. 28( I 0): 947. 
Participation in Scientific Meetings and Conferences 
13th-17th Nm'('mber 2006 . Atla nta. GA. USA. 55th Meeting of the America n 
SOCiety for Tropical Medicine a nd Hygiene. Presented papt'r on: Pooled 
anal~' sis of safety data from IPTi trials (presenta tion on J 5th Nov. 2006). 
6th-7th NovembtT 2006. Brussels. Belgium. Third meeting of the CIOMS/ 
WHO Working Group on Vacc ine Pharmacovigilance. 
lIth-13th October 2006. Liege . Belgium . 6th Annual Conference of th e 
International Society for Pha rmacovigilance (ISoP) . 
8 th-I I th October 2006. Liege. Belgium. 29th Meeting of Na tional Centres 
participating in the WHO Programme on Inte rnational Drug Monitoring. 
16 th to 22nd Srptember 2006. Alexandria. ElI.ypt. Hom of Nric<l Netwurk for 
Antimahrial l\Jonitoring (HAN MAT) meeting. 
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25th to 31 st August 2006 Salvador Bahia. Brazil. World Cnn~n'ss of Phannacy 
and Pharmaceutical S('iences. 66th International Con.~r('ss of FIP. 
21 st-22nd July 2006. Bagamoyo. Tanzania. Phannacovigilance strengthening 
workshop for The Tanzanian Food and Dnl~s Agen('y. 
I I th July 2006. Barc(')ona. Spain. Consortium Safety Panel Meeting on 
Intermittent Preventive Treatment of Malaria in Infants. 
28th June-2nd July 2006. International S('hool of Pharll1a('{J\o.~v. 71 st 
Workshop. Ettore Major,ma Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture. 
Erice. Sicily. Italy. 
22nd-23rd June 2006. Geneva. Switzerland. Meeting of F:\CT (Focus on 
Artemissin-based Combination Therapies) organised by DNDi (Drugs for 
Neglected Diseases Initiative) 
6th-7th June 2006. Geneva. Switzerland. Meeting of til(' Global AdViSOry 
Committee on Va('cine Sakt\,. 
30th-31 st May 2006. Langen. Frankfurt. Germany. 2nd meeting of the 
CIOMS/WHO Working Group n VdlTin("s. 
2nd-4th May 2006. Johannesburg. South Afri(,d. DAIDS Africa DSMB Data 
Review Meeting. 
26th-28th April 2006. London. England. Pharmacovigilance of Herbal 
medicines - current state and future din'ctions. 
9th-13th April 2006. Tehran. Iran. National Regulatory AuthOrity Assessment. 
22nd-23rd March 2006. Madrid. Spain. Long-term monitoring of toxicity to 
Anti-Retroviral Dru.~s in resource limited settings. 
20th-22nd Februarv 2006. Cotonou Benin. WAN MATI' l1/RAOTAP 11 General 
Assembly. PV Workshop on 21 st February 2006. 
1 st-I Oth February 2006. Antananarivo. Madagascar. Setting up of a 
pharmacovigilance system in Madagascar. 
9th-10th Januarv 2006. Geneva Switzerland. Consultation on Global 
Monitoring of Adv;rse Events Following Immunization (AEFl). 
DEPARTMENT OF HAEMATOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
Undergraduate and postgraduate teachings were done. Clinical and Laboratory 
Haematology services to the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital as well as Management 
of the Centre for Clinical Genetics continued. Workshops. Seminars and 
Conferences were attendcd. 
SUMMARY OF COURSES OFFERED 
Undergraduate Courses Student Numbers 
Level 400 (UGMS) 185 
Level 200 (BSe. MLAB) 30 
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Level 300 BSc MLAB) 30 
Level 400 (BSc. MLAB) 6 
Postgraduate 
West African College of Physicians and Surgeons (Laboratory Medicine) 
Part I. Part II (Haematology - 4) 
M.Phil- 2 
STAFFING POSITION 
Associate Professor - 2 
Lecturer 
Senior Staff 4 
Junior Staff 3 
The two Associate Professors are on contract. 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
• Lymphoproliferative Disorders in Ghana. In collaboration with Liverpool 
School of Tropical Medicine and Komfo-Anokye Teaching Hospital. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED BY STAFF/PAPERS 
PRESENTED 
Ekem. I 
XXXth World Congress of the International Society of Hematology. 28th 
September - 31 st October 2005. Istanbul, Turkey. Presented an Abstract. 
Paper titled "Rising numbers of Acute Leukaemia and Chronic Myeloid 
Leukaemia in Accra" . Presented on my behalf in Freetown by Professor J.K. . 
Acquaye. November 2005 at the West African College of Physicians Annual 
General Meeting. 
Financial Management Seminar. Accra. April, 2006. 
6th International Donor Registry Conference and Working Group Meeting. 
24th - 27th May 2006. Cape Town. South Africa. 
Organised Workshop on Primary Care in Sickle Cell Disease 7 -8th September 
2006 for Health Care Team from 6 centres. Presented a paper on Management 
of Adult Sickle Cell disease. Korle-Bu. Accra. 
Attended Symposium 'Cancers in Ghana and their Management". 19th May 
2006. Ghana Medical Association. 
• Attended symposium on lhe Health Workforce and Recent Advances in 
MediCine. UGMS Class of 1986 Lecture Series. 27th July 2006. Accra. 
• Seminar on Sickle Cell Disease. Tema. lOth October 2006. Resource Person. 
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Acquaye. J.K. 
Scientific Meeting of West African College of Physicians. Freetown. November 
2005. 
Scientific Meeting of Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons. Accra. 
December 2005. 
Workshop on Competency Based Curriculum for Postgraduate Students. West 
African Health Organisation. Accra. January 16-21. 2006. 
• Workshop on Primary Care In Sickle Cell Disease 7-Sth September 2006 for 
Health Care Team from 6 centres. Resource Person. Korle-Bu. Accra. 
Ankra-Badu. G. 
• Workshop on Primary Care in Sickle Cell Disease 7 -Sth September 2006 for 
Health Care Team from 6 centres. Presented a paper on "An Overview of 
Sickle Cell Disease. Korle-Bu. Accra . . 
• Attended Symposium on "Current Developments in the Management of Adult 
Cancers in Ghana". 19th May 2006. Ghana Medical Association . Presented 
a paper on: "Management of Haematological Cancers". 
SCientific Meeting of Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons. Accra. 
December 2005. 
Seminar on Sickle Cell Disease. Tema. 10th October 2006. Resource Person. 
Symposium on Management of Pain . Ghana Medical Association. Accra. 6th 
May 2005. Present a paper on: "Management of Pain in Sickle Cell Disease". 
BENEFACTORS: Nil 
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL BIOCHEMISTRY 
OVERVIEW 
During the year under review the Department of Medical Biochemistry continued 
to provide teaching and extension services and conducted research in conformity 
with duties expected of the Department. All staff members worked with assiduity 
and focus to make the year fruitful and enjoyable. The Department offered the 
Master of Philosophy in Medical Biochemistry program. It also served other 
departments in the Medical and Dental Schools and the School of Allied Health 
Sciences of the College of Health Sciences. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The Department offered courses at the BSc. (Medical Science) and MPhii levels 
in such areas as Molecular Cell Biology. Intermediary Metabolism. Signal 
Transduction and Human / Medical Genetics. 
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STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 200 (Allied Health Sciences) 22 
Level 300 (Medical and Dental Schools) - 180 
Postgraduate (MPhil and Professional (CABS) 5 
Total - 227 
STAFFING POSITION 
1 Associate Professor 
2 Senior Lecturers 
4 Lecturers 
Senior Technical Staff 
Administrative Staff 
Junior Staff 
RESEARCH IN THE DEPARTMENT 
Quaye I. K.E. 
• Iron supplementation in pregnancy: Is the Ghanaian recommendation 
satisfactory? 
The role of low/null expression on haptoglobin gene in peripheral arterial 
disease. 
• Prevalence of molecular markers for P. jalciparum sulfadoxine/ 
pyrimethamine resistance In pregnant women attending ANC at the Korle-
Bu Teaching Hospital. 
Screening for hyperphenylalaninemia in newborns at the Korle-Bu Teaching 
Hospital and children with mental retardation from children's homes. 
Glyoxalase I gene polymorphism and type 2 diabetes In Ghana. 
Asante-Poku S. 
• Medium chain AcylCoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency in Ghanaian Newborns. 
Allelic frequency of transthyrethin Val 122 in Ghanaian Newborns. 
• Screening for hemoglobin variants and thalassemia in newborn infants. 
Amoah A.G.B. 
Genetics of chronic conditions: African American Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) 
Cardiovascular Epidemiology: Biochemical risk factors for atherosclerosis 
Rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease in school children 
Blood glucose concentrations in Ghanaian pregnant women. 
• Effect of Cocoa intake on biochemical indices of diabetes control 
Adiponectin. obesity and diabetes 
OppongS.Y. 
• Lipid contents of local edible oils 
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• Lipid levels and biochemical profiles of hypertensives and diabetics at KBTH 
• Participation of urban informal sector in the Nation Health Insurance 
Scheme (collaboration with Department of Community HealthUGMS. Korie-
bu). 
Enhancing the quality of Private Medical Laboratory practice in Ghana. 
AryeeN.A. 
P. jalciparum induced red blood cell membrane modifications. 
TogoS.H. 
Investigating the role ofYVHI phosphatase in Plasmodiumjalciparum. 
Bartholomew D. 
Expression and regulation of cancer specific genes. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Quaye I.K.E. 
• Quaye Isaac K. Ababio Grace. Amoah Albert GB. Haptoglobin 2-2 phrnotype 
is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes in Ghana. J Atheroscler Thromb 2006. 
13(2):90-94 
Teye K. Koda Y. Soejima M. Quaye IKE. Pang H. Tsuneoka M. Kimura H. 
Haptoglobin gene polymorphism and haptotypes are unique in different 
populations. Human Bioi 2006. 78(1):121-6. 
• AdjeiAA. Gbagbo F. Armah H. Ampofo WK. Quaye IKE. Hesse !FA. Mensah G. 
Prevalence of HIV. HBV and HCV syphilis among prison inmates and officers 
in Accra and Nsawam prisons. J Med Microb 2006.55(5): 593-7. 
AmoahAGB 
Rotimi CN. Chen G. Adeyemo AA. Jones LS. Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan BA 
Jr. Zhou J. Doumatey A. Lashley K. Huang H. Fasanmade O. Akinsola FB. 
Ezepue F. Amoah A, Akafo S. Chen Y. Oli J. Johnson T. Genomewide scan 
and fine mapping of quantitative trait loci for intraocular pressure on 5q and 
14q in West Africans. Invest Ophthalmol Vis ScL 2006 ;47:3262-3267. 
Quaye I.K. Ababio G. Amoah AG. Haptoglobin 2-2 Phenotype is a risk factor 
for type 2 Diabetes in Ghana. J. Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis. 2006; 13:90-
94. 
Kengne AP. Amoah AG. Mbanya JC. Cardiovascular complications of diabetes 
mellitus in sub-Saharan Africa. Circulation. 2005 Dec 6; 112:3592-3601. 
Bonilla C. Panguluri RK. Taliaferro-Smith L. Argyropoulos G. Chen G. 
Adeyemo AA. Amoah A. Owusu S. Acheampong J. Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan 
BA. Oli J. Okafor G. Abbiyesuku F. Johnson T. Rufus T. Fasanmade O. Chen 
Y. Collins FS. Dunston GM. Rotimi C. Kittles RA. Agouti-related protein 
promoter variant associated with leanness and decreased risk for diabetes 
in West Africans. IntJ Obes. 2006;30:715-21. 
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• Yuanxiu Chen. Rick Kittles. Jie Zhou. Guanjie Chen. Adebowale Adeyemo. 
Ramesh K. Panguluri. Weidong Chen. AGB Amoah. et al. Calpain-lO Gene 
Polymorphisms and Type 2 Diabetes in West Africans: The Africa America 
Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) Study. Ann Epidemio12005; 15: 153-159. 
AdeyemoA. Johnson T. AcheampongJ. OliJ. OkaforG. Amoah A. Owusu S. 
et al. A genome wide quantitative trait linkage analysis for serum lipids in 
type 2 diabetes in an African population. Atherosclerosis_2005; 181 :389-397. 
• Chen G. Adeyemo AA. Johnson T. Zhou J. Amoah A. Owusu S. Acheampong 
J. Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan BA. Oli J. Okafor G. Abbiyesuku F. Dundston 
GM. Chen Y. Collins F. Rotimi C. A genome-wide scan for quantitative trait 
loci linked to obesity phenotypes among West Africans. IntJ Obes Relat Metab 
Disord. 2005;29:255-259. 
AryeeNA 
Modifications occur in erythrocyte membrane surface properties following 
malaria parasite invasion. Aryee. NA et al. Japan Membrane 30(3) 157-
167(2005). 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS 
Quaye IKE 
December 2005. Annual Conference of the International Association for the 
Study of Pain. Sydney. Australia 
May 2006. Third Annual UGMS Scientific Conference. MPlaza Hotel, Accra. 
Asante-Poku S. 
Workshop on Financial Management for Deans/Directors and Heads of 
Departments. [Chairman. organizing committee). Annual Scientific Meeting 
[UGMS). . 
AmoahAGB. 
September 2005. Global Perspectives on Chronic Disease Management: The 
Calgary Conference 2005. Calgary. Alberta. Canada. Presented a paper "The 
Challenges oj HN/  AIDS and TB in a poor resource setting: The Ghanaian 
Experience" 
May 2005. Workshop on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology in Sub Saharan 
Africa. Lausanne. Switzerland. Jointly sponsored by Preventive Medicine. 
Loyola Medical School, Chicago, US. Preventive Medicine (IUMSP). Lausanne. 
Switzerland and the Pan African Society of Cardiology. 
May 2005. Preventive Cardiology. Iguaso Falls. Brazil. Chaired 2 SCientific 
sessions 
August 2005. Research priorities for care of Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) 
at non-tertiary care level of low-resource settings in New Delhi. India. 
October 2005. All Africa Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Diseases 
Workshop. Drakensberg. South Africa. 
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October 2005. Joint Pan African Society of Cardiology and South African 
Heart Association Congress. Drakensberg. South Africa, Chaired a session 
and made a presentation "Rheumatic Fever in Aftica" 
• December 2005. Annual Conference and Scientific Meeting. Ghana College 
of Physicians. West African College of Surgeons Conference in Accra. Made 
a presentation: "Metabolic Syndrome in Urban Greater Accra" 
March 2006. West African College of Surgeons Conference. Accra 
International Conference Centre. Made a presentation: "Echocardiography 
JorcardiacSurgeons in 15 minutes" 
March 2006. 3rd African Heart Seminar. 13 -17 March 2006. Miklin Hotel, 
Kumasi. Ghana. Made a Presentation: "Diabetes. Hypertension and the Failing 
Heart". 
May 2006. Third Annual UGMS Scientific Conterence. MPlaza Hotel. Accra. 
July 2006. Third CDCjlUHPE Annual Cardiovascular Health Promotion and 
Chronic Disease Epidemiology Seminar in Sub-Saharan Africa. Accra. Ghana 
4-14 July. 2006. Led the Accra Team at the seminar. 
OppongSY 
Annual scientific conference of UGMS. 2006. 
• African Nutrition and Epidemeology Conference. August 2006 
Seminar on Renewal of Journal Publications. April 2006 
• College of Health Sciences Financial Management Seminar. May 2006 
AryeeNA 
• Fourth multilateral initiative on malaria (MIM) Pan-African Conference. 
November 13-18.2005. Yaoude. Cameroon. 
EXTENSION OF WORK 
Oppong 
• Supervising of Clinical Chemistry Unit of the Central Laboratory of Korie-Bu 
Teaching Hospital. 
.' Member of Steering Committee. Risk Factor Survey on Non-Communicable 
Diseases. 
Member of Board of Directors of the Trust Hospital, Accra. 
• Member. Greater Accra Regional Technical Committee on National Health 
Insurance. 
• Chairman. Procurement Committee of the Trust Hospital 
BENEFACTORS 
QuaycIKE 
Iron supplementation in pregnancy: Is the Ghanaian recommendation 
satisfactory. Ghana-Dutch Collaboration Research Grant. 
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AmoahAGB 
Acute Coronary Syndrome from IC Health. India 
Postgraduate Cardiovascular Medicine Programme from TALIF. NCTE. 
Cardiovascular Health Promotion at the Ridge: CDC(USA)/IUHPE. France 
Africa America Diabetes Mellitus (AADM): Howard University/NIH. USA 
Cardiovascular Epidemiology at Dangbe East: Ghanaian-Dutch Collaboration. 
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE & THERAPEUTICS 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Medicine & Therapeutics. the second larges t department in 
the Medical School has 4 units of general medicine with a total of 18 Senior 
Members. The Department runs courses for undergraduates In their clinical 
years and also for postgraduate working for higher professional examinations. 
All senior members are also engaged in various research projects in addition to a 
very heavy service load, which entails supervising the day to day activities of a 
very busy emergency and referral hospital. 
STAFFING POSITION 
Academic/Research 18 
Senior Staff 4 
• Junior Staff 6 
COURSES 
The Department being a clinical department is engaged at anyone instance in 
teaching students from at least 2 if not all clinical years . During the course of 
the academic year. the Department runs the following courses: 
Nursing Week (Level 500) 1 week 
Introductory Course (Level 500) Clinical Medicine 
in Clinical Medicine 
1st Clinical Year 4 weeks 
This course consisted of daily I -hour lectures followed by clinical demonstration 
on the ward in 2 sessions (morning - 2 hours. afternoon - 3 hours) . 
• Junior Clerkship - (Level 500) 10 weeks x 2 
1st Clinical Year Students 
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This is a coordinated course undertaken in conjunction with the Department of 
Surgery and Community Health. The course consists of 1 or 2 daily I-hour lectures 
for 20 weeks in addition to bedside teaching and tutorials on the wards. 
• Senior Clerkship - (Level 700) 40 weeks 
This course is provided for students in their final year and is a more concentrated 
and detailed course in Internal Medicine. The aim is to prepare the student for 
patients care after passing the Final MB. Ch.B examinations. 
Dermatology Course - (Level 600) - 21 weeks 
2nd Clinical Year Students 
This course consists of ten I-hour weekly lectures and clinical out-patients 
sessions for small groups for 8 weeks. 
Postgraduate Programme 
This programme is structured for young medical officers. middle grade doctors 
and residents who have been formally admitted on to the profes!iional postgraduate 
course to work for the Fellowship of the West African College of Physicians or the 
Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons Diploma. 
COURSE 
No. of Students 
(a) Nursing Week 135 
(b) Introductory Clinical Course in Medicine & Surgery 135 
(c) Junior Clerkship in Medicine/Surgery 135 
(d) Senior Clerkship in Medicine 89 
(e) Dermatology Course 118 
(f) Postgraduate Course in Internal Medicine 27 
RESEARCH IN THE DEPARTMENT 
Amoah. A. G. B. 
Genetics of chronic conditions: African American Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) 
Hypertension Treatment in Africans 
Microvascular and macrovascular diabetes complications 
Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Diseases. Diabetes. Obesity 
Cardiovascular Health Promotion 
Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease in School Children 
Diabetes in Pregnancy 
Cocoa Intake and Diabetes 
Adherence to treatment in chroniC conditions 
Adiponectin and diabetes in Ghanaians 
• The international multi-center Collaborative Study of Obesity and Diabetes 
in Adults (CODA) Project. 
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Affram. R. K. 
Renal Disorders in Ghana 
SLE 
Hypertension 
Mate-Kole. M. O. 
The Burden of Chronic Kidney Disease 
Acute Renal Failure. the Ghanaian experience and pathogenesis 
Glomerular Diseases in Ghana. 
Owusu.S.K. 
Herbal Medicine in the management of Diabetes Mellitus and its 
complications 
The African-American Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) genome project. 
KpodoDU.J. 
Cardiac Register 
The Mamprobi Project on Cardiovascular Diseases 
WHO Patient Education Project in Hypertension; a longitudinal study 
Echocardiogram of cardiomyopathies 
Ischaemic Heart Disease in Ghana. 
ECG Changes and Hypertension in Ghanaian Blacks 
Complete Heart Block and syncopal Attacks' 
Pre-excitation syndromes 
Sick Sinus Syndrome 
• Holter Monitoring 
Addo.H.A. 
Contact Dermatitis 
Pyoderma Gangrenosum and Related SystemiC Diseases 
Preliminary Studies on the Efficacy and Safety Evaluation of two Herbal 
Ointments preparations useful for Bacterial. Fungal and Viral Infections. 
Ofei. F. 
Endocrine Disorders in Ghana - Diagnosis and Management (On-going) 
Setting up a National EndOCrine and Metabolic Unit 
Lutey. M. 
Title: Pharmacokinetics and Virologic response to Efavirenz-based 
Antiretroviral therapy In HIV-TB Co-infected patients receiving rifampicin 
based TB treatment in sub-Saharan Africa 
Funders: National Institutes of Health (NIH). USA through the Lifespan/ 
Tufts/Brown Center for AIDS Research Grant Amount: $20.100.00 
State of Research: Patients recruitment and follow-up 
Duration: 2 years from June 2006 - May 2007 
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Summary: Patients with HIV and TB cO-infection are given Antiretroviral 
(HIV medicine) as well as antituberculous (TB medicines). 
The serum (blood levels) of one of the HIV medications. Efavirenz is measured 
on day 14 of starting treatment. 
The aim is to determine differences in how patients metabolise Efavirenz 
in the presence of one of the TB drugs. Rifampicin. 
Title : Comparism of Virological and Immunological responses to 
Antiretroviral Therapy in HIV-infected Adults with and without tuberculosis 
Co-infection in Sub- Saharan Africa. Is Viral Decay and Long-term outcome 
different? 
Funders: AIDS Care Research in Africa (ACRiA) 
Grant Amount: $62.805.00 . 
State of Research. Purchase of Stationery. Equipment etc . Proposed start 
date of 15th October 2006 . 
Duration. 2 years from Jan . 2006 - December 2007. 
Summary: The virological and immunological outcomes of treatment will be 
compared in 2 groups of patients. one with HIV alone and the other with 
HIV ITB co-infection. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Amoah. A.G.B. 
• Rotimi CN. Chen G. Adeyemo M. Jones LS. Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan BA 
Jr. Zhou J . Doumatey A. Lashely K. Huang H. Fasanmade O. Akinsola FB. 
Ezepue F. Amoah A. Akafo S. Ohen Y. Oli J. Johnson T. Genomewide scan 
and fine mapping of quantitative trait loci for intraocular pressure on 5q and 
14q in West Africans. Inuest Ophtha/mol Vis Sci. 2006 :47: 3262-3267. 
Quaye IK. Ababio G. Amoah AG: Haptoglobin 2-2 Phenotype Is a risk factor for 
type 2 Diabetes in Ghana. J. Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis 2006: 12: 90-
94. 
Mayosi B. Robertson K. Volmink J. Adebo W. Akinyore K. Amoah A. 
Bannerman C. Biesman-Simons S. Carapetis J. Cilliers A. Commerford P. 
Croasdale A. Damasceno A. Dean J. de Souza R. Filipe A. Hugo-Hamman C. 
Jurgens-Clur SA. Kombila-Koumba P. Kotzenberg C. Lawrenson J. Manga P. 
Matenga J. Mathivha T. Mntia P. Mocumbi A. Mokane T. Ogola E. Omokhodion 
S. Palweni C. Pearce A. Salo A. Thomas B. Walker K. Wiysonge C. Zaher S. 
The Drakensberg declaration on the control of rheumatic fever and 
rheumatic heart disease in Africa S Afr Med J. 2006 96: 246. 
Kengne AP. Amoah AG. Mbanya JC. Cardiovascular complications of diabetes 
mellitus in Sub-Saharan Africa . Circulation 2005 December 6: 112: 3592-
3601. 
Bonilla C. Panguluri RK. Taliaferro-Smith L. ArgyropouIos G. Chen G. 
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Adeyemo AA. Amoah A. Owusu S. Acheampong J. Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan 
BA. Oli J. Okafor G. Abbiyesuku F. Johnson T. Rufus T. Fasanmade O. Chen 
Y. Collins FS. Dunston GM. Rotimi C. Kittles RA. Agouti-related protein 
promoter variant associated with leanness and decreased risk for diabetes 
in West Africans. Int J. Obes 2006: 30:715-21. 
Yuanziu Chen. Rick Kittles. Jie Zhou. Guanjie Chen. Adebowale Adeyemo. 
Ramesh K. Panguluri. Weidong Chen. A.G.B. Amoah et al. Calpain-l0 Gene 
Polymorphisms and Type 2 Diabetes in West Africans. The Africa America 
Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) Study. Ann Epidemiol2005: 15: 153-159 
AdeyemoA. Johnson T. AcheampongJ. OliJ. Okafor G. AmoahA. Owusu S. 
et al. A genome wide quantitative trait linkage analysis for serum lipids in 
type 2 diabetes in an African population. Atherosclerosis 2005. 181 :389-
397. 
Chen G. Adeyemo AA. Johnson T. Zhou J. Amoah A. OIwusu. AcheampongJ. 
Agyenim-Boateng K. Eghan BA. Oli J. Okafor G. Abbiyesuku F. Dundston 
GM. Chen Y. Collins F. Rotimi C. A genome-wide scan for quantitative trait 
loci linked to obesity phenotype among West Africans. Int. J. Obvs. Relat 
Mewtab. Disord. 2005. 29: 255-259. 
Addo J, Amoah AGB. Koram KA. Hypertension in Rural Ghana: A Study of 
four Communities in the Ga District of Ghana. Ethnicity & Disease. 2006 
Volume 16 No. 4/Volume 17 No.1. 
• Amoah AGB. Diabetic Cardiomyopathy: a neglected problem in the African 
with diabetes. International diabetes Monitor 2006: 18:20-25. 
Owusu, S.K. 
• S. K. Owusu, G.G. Ampoma-Twumasi. A trial of the efficacy of Asmisol® a 
Herbal preparation for the treatment of ulcers in sickle cell patients ( In 
press) 
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS ATTENDED 
Amoah, A.G.B. 
September 2005. Global Perspectives on Chronic Disease Management: The 
Calgary Conference 2005. Calgary. Alberta. Canada. Presented a paper "The 
Challenges oj HN/  AIDS and TB in a poor resource setting: The Ghanaian 
Experience" 
May 2005. Workshop on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology in Sub-Saharan 
Africa. Lausanne. Switzerland. Jointly sponsored by Preventive Medicine. 
Loyola Medical School. Chicago. US. Preventive Medicine (JUMSP) Lausanne. 
Switzerland and the Pan African Society of Cardiology. 
May 2005. Preventive Cardiology. Iguaso Falls. Brazil Chaired 2 Scientific 
Sessions. 
• August 2005. Research priorities for care of Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS) 
at non-tertiary care level of low-resource settings in New Delhi, India. 
October 2005. All Africa Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Diseases 
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Workshop. Drakensberg. South Africa. 
October 2005. Joint Pan African Society of Cardiology and South African 
Heart Association Congress. Drakensberg. South Africa. Chaired a session 
and made a presentation "Rheumatic Fever in Africa" 
December 2005. Annual Conference and Scientific Meeting. Ghana College 
of Physicians. West African College of Surgeons Conference in Accra. Made 
a presentation. "Metabolic Syndrome in Urban Greater Accra" 
March 2006. West African' College of Surgeons Conference. Accra 
International Conference Centre. Made a presentation: Echocardiography 
for Cardiac Surgeons in 15 minutes" 
• March 2006. 3rd African Heart Seminar. 13 - 17 March 2006. Miklin Hotel. 
Kumasi. Ghana. Made a Presentation: "Diabetes. Hypertension and the 
Failing Heart" 
May 2006. Third Annual UGMS Scientific Conference. MPlaza Hotel. Accra. 
July 2006. Third -COC/UHPE Annual Cardiovascular Health Promotion and 
Chronic Disease Epidemiology Seminar in Sub-Saharan Africa. Accra. Ghana 
4-14 July. 2006. Led the Accra Team at the Seminar. 
RESEARCH GRANTS DURING SESSION 
Acute Coronary Syndrome from IC Health. India 
• Postgraduate Cardiovascular Medicine Programme from TALIF. NCTE 
Cardiovascular Health Promotion at the Ridge: CDC/(USA)IUHPE. France 
Africa America Diabetes Mellitus (AADM), Howard University. USA. 
Cardiovascular Epidemiology at Dangbe East Ghanaian-Dutch Collaboration 
Affram. R. K. 
December 2005. Annual Conference and Scientific Meeting. Ghana College 
of Physicians. 
May 2006. Third Annual UGMS Scientific Conference. M Plaza. Accra. 
October 2006. Local Annual Scientific and General Meeting. FWACP. Accra. 
November 2006. International Society of Nephrology Workshop. 
Mate-Kole, M. O. 
December 2005. Annual Conference and Scientific Meeting. Ghana College 
of Physicians, Accra. 
May 2006. Third Annual UGMS Scientific Conference. M Plaza. Accra .. 
October 2006. Local Annual Scientific and General Meeting. FWACP. Accra. 
November 2006. International Society of Nephrology Workshop. 
BENEFACTORS 
Owusu,S.K. 
African American Diabetes Mellitus (AADM Project Washington. USA). 
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DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
During the period September 2005 to August 2006. the department of Microbiology 
offered courses to undergraduates- (medical students. biomedical students) and 
post-graduates/residents. 
Staff members carried out research in several areas of Virology. Parasitology & 
Bacteriology. We also had collaborative research with other departments in the 
Medical School- Child Health. Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Dental School. Fevers 
Unit (Department of Medicine) Chest Clinic and other international Institutions. 
General clinical microbiological support was provided for Korle Bu Teaching 
Hospital in the form of diagnostic services. investigation of hospital infection and 
consultations on various issues. Other hospitals and health institutions in the 
Greater Accra Region also benefited from these services. 
Although we have managed to successfully complete the teaching of all courses. 
the ·workload has been very high. 
STAFFING POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was: 
1 Associate Professor 
2 Professors (on contract) 
2 Senior Lecturers 
3 Lecturers 
10 Senior staff 
7 Junior staff 
COURSES TAUGHT/NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
Courses 
No. of Students 
BSc. Medical Sciences 
Level 400 192 
BSc. Med. Lab (Allied Health Sciences) 
Level 400 7 
Level 300 ~4 
Level 200 26 
Mphil Biomedical Sciences 15 
Ph.D 3 
Total 267 
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STAFF LIST 
Prof. Mercy J. Newman Head of Department (Bacteriology) 
Prof. Kingsley Twum-Danso Bacteriolo~v (contract) 
Mr. Eric Sampane-Donkor Bacteriology 
Dr. Patrick F. Ayeh-Kumi Parasitology 
Ms. Patience B. Borketey Parasitology 
Prof. Julius A. Mingle Virology (on contract) 
Dr. Theophilus K. Adiku Virology (Sabbatical leave) 
Mr. Kwamena W.C. Sagoe Virology (PhD. part-time) 
RESEARCH IN THE DEPARTMENT 
Molecular Epidemiology of Parasitic Infections. 
• Methods of detecting and characterizing invasive and non-invasive species 
of Entamoeba. 
Opportunistic infections among HN/  AIDS patient with special emphasis on 
diarrhoea associated parasites. 
Food and water quality analysis 
Dual HN-l/HN-2 seropositivity and infections 
Hepatitis B/C viruses in non-HN and HN infected patients 
• Immunovirological assessment of discordant HN couples 
Pharmaco-economic evaluation of blood transfusion safety (focus on viral 
infections) 
• Subtype distribution and analysis for resistance mutations in HN-l from 
HN. 
Mycobacterium identification and susceptibility 
Plasmids of Shigella species 
Diarrhoea diseases 
Fungal infections in HN patients 
Antimicrobial susceptibility of clinical isolates 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Newman. M. J. 
Local Annual General Meeting ofWACP - 28-29th Oct. 2005 - Kumasi 
Paediatric Update Course - 23rd - 27th January 2006 
Paper presented: InJection prevention 
Korle Bu Hospital's 5 year strategiC plan - 17th - 18th Feb. 2006. Tema . 
College of Health Sciences Research Seminar "Getting your research 
published". lOth March 2005. UGMS. Accra 
Paper presented: ReJerences 
• Quality Assurance In Laboratory Medicine (AnatomiC Pathology & 
Microbiology) Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons 11 th July. 2006 
Paper presented: 
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Quality Assurance in Media Preparation 
Quality Assurance in Sensitivity Testing 
Sixth Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research 19th -21st Sept 2006 
Workshop on the Situation of HIV / AIDS in the University of Ghana 29th 
September 2006 
Ayeh-Kumi. P.F. 
Third Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School. 
La Palm Beach Hotel. Labadi. Accra. (May 2006) 
Sagoe. K.W.C. 
Mid-term review meeting of the Ghana-Dutch Collaboration Program For 
Health Research and Development, Health Research Unit, Ghana Health 
Service. Accra. Ghana.- 21st January 2005 
Workshop on "Techniques for laboratory diagnosis of Hepatitis B & C. Accra . 
Ghana. Oral presentation on "Prevalence of hepatitis B and C viral infections in 
Ghana" 22nd April 2005 
Mingle. J.A.A. 
Mid-term review meeting of the Ghana-Dutch Collaboration Program For 
Health Research and Development, Health Research Unit, Ghana Health 
Service. Accra. Ghana. 21st January 2005 
Resource Person: Workshops on treatment of chronic hepatitis B & C 
organized by Roche Pharmaceuticals - April 2005 
Laboratory Personnel: April 2005 
Doctors and allied health professionals April 2005 
Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School. 
College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Accra. Ghana. - 4-
6th May 2005 
Sampane-Donkor. E. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical 
School; May. 4-6. 2005; Accra. Ghana. 
Oral presentation: Antimicrobial drugs detected in milk in Ghana: Public 
health implications. 
College of Health Sciences Research Seminar -Getting your research 
published" 10th March 2005. UGMS. Accra 
15th congress of the Ghana Veterinary Medical Association; November. 16-
21. 2004; Accra. Ghana. "Food safety in a developing economy" 
Borketey. P. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School. 
College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Accra. Ghana. - 4- ' 
6th May 2005 
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College of Health Sciences Research Seminar "Getting your research 
published" 
10th March 2005. UGMS. Accra 
PUBLICATIONS 
Newman. M. J. 
Vaginal flora of first time urban family planning attendants in Accra. Ghana. 
Lassey AT. Newman MJ. Opintan JA. West Mri J Med 2005; 24:219-222 
Food safety. Editorial. Newman MJ Ghana Medical Journal 2005; 39:44-
45 
Culture and sensitivity of mycobacterial isolates from pulmonary tuberculosis 
cases classified as treatment failure in a teaching hospital. Newman MJ. 
Addo KK. Aboagye S. Bonsu FA. Caulley P. Hesse IFA. Neequaye AR. Kudzawu 
S. West Afri J Med 2006 ( Accepted for publication) 
Ayeh-Kumi. P. F. 
• Obeng. A. S .. Kwakye-Nuako, G .. Asmah. R. H .. Ayeh-Kumi. P. F. Pathogenic 
parasitic microbes associated with fresh vegetables consumed in Accra. 
Ghana JQurnal ofA llied health Sciences(Acceptedfor publication) 
Ayeh-Kumi. P. F .. Kwakye-Nuako. G .. Asmah. R. H .. 1B orketey. P. B .. 1M ensah-
Attipoe. I.. Sowah. A. O. Parasitic infections in Ghana: Treoos in urine 
analysis at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra. Ghana Journal of Allied 
health Sciences (Acceptedfor publication) 
Kwakye-Nuako. G .. Borketey. P. B .. Mensah-Attipoe. I.. Asmah. R. H. Ayeh-
Kumi. P. F .. Sachet drinking water in Accra: The potential threats of 
transmission of enteriC pathogenic protozoan organisms. Ghana Medical 
Journal (in press) 
Ayeh-Kumi. P. F. et. al. Amoebic infections among out-patients visiting the 
Central Laboratory. Korle-Bu teaching Hospital, Accra. Proceedings of the Third 
annual Scientific Conference. University ofG hana Medical School. May 2006. 
Adiku.T.K. 
On sabbatical leave 
Sagoe. K.W.C. 
Sagoe KWC. Lartey M. Agyei AA. Boamah I. Mingle JAA. and Arens M. 
Implications for antiretroviral therapy of dual HIV -1 /HIV-2 serologic profiles 
in Accra. Ghana. West Africa. HIV AIDS Rev 2005; 4:24-27 (Full ·text PDF at 
http://www.msLcom.pl/hiv/geCpdJphp?IDMAN=6971) 
Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School. 
College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. 4th-6th May 2005. 
"%Abstract No. 046. p59. 
• Sagoe KWC. Boamah I. Hayford AA. and Mingle JAA. Ability of three different 
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rapid assays to differentiate between HIV-I and HIV-2 antibodies in the same 
HIV infected individual.(Oral presentation). 
- a%Abstract No. 007. p20. 
Lartey M. Sagoe KWC and Boamah I. Prevalence of hepatitis Band C 
infections in a cohort of HIV infected patients at the Fevers Unit. Korle-Bu 
Teaching Hospital. 
Mingle. J.A.A. 
• Sagoe KWC. Lartey M. Agyei AA. Boamah I. Mingle JAA. and Arens M. 
Implications for antiretroviral therapy of dual HIV -I /HIV- 2 serologic profiles 
in Accra. Ghana. West Africa. HIV AIDS Rev 2005; 4:24-27 (Full-text PDF at 
http://www.msi.compl/hiv/geCpdjphp?IDMAN=6971) 
Nkrumah KN. Foli AK and Mingle JAA (2005). Treatment gUidelines for 
chronic hepatitis B & C infections. Monograph published by Roche 
Pharmaceuticals. Ghana. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School, 
College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. 4th-6th May 2005. 
a%Abstract No. 046. p59. 
• Sagoe KWC. Boamah I. Hayford AA. and Mingle JAA. Ability of three different 
rapid assays to differentiate between HIV-I and HIV-2 antibodies in the same 
HIV infected individual. 
Sampane-Donkor. E. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of Ghana Medical School, 
College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. 4th-6th May 2005. 
a%Abstract No. 033. p9. 
E. S. Donkor. K.G. Aning and T. Quaye (2005). Bacterial irifections ojinjonnally 
marketed raw mUk in cities in Ghana. Ghana Medical Journal 
Borketey. P. 
IBorketey. P. B .• Ayeh-Kumi. P. F.. Kwakye-Nuako. G .. Asmah. R. H .. 
1 Mensah-Attipoe. I.. Sowah. A. O. Parasitic infections in Ghana: Trends in 
urine analysis at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra. Ghana Journal oj 
Allied health Sciences (Acceptedjor publication) 
• Borketey. P. B .• Kwakye-Nuako. G .. Mensah-Attipoe. I.. Asmah. R. H. Ayeh-
Kumi. P. F .. Sachet drinking water in Accra: The potential threats of 
transmission of enteric pathogenic protozoan organisms. Ghana Medical 
Journal (in press) 
EXTENSION WORK 
Newman. M.J. 
• Academic Board. Legon 
Academic Board. College of Health Sciences 
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Academic Board, UGMS 
Faculty Appointment (Review) Committee 
Finance and Development Committee 
Education Committee, UGMS 
College Junior and Senior Appointment and Promotion Committee 
Examiner for WACP - Laboratory Medicine 
Examiner for Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons 
Advisory Board Member. Prison Ministry, Ghana 
Editor. Ghana Medical Journal 
Editor. International - Nigerian Journal of Health and Biomedical Sciences 
Advisory Board Member. Tanzania Health Research Bulletin 
Twum-Danso. K. 
Reviewer Ghana Medical Journal 
Ayeh-Kumi. P. F. 
Academic Board, University of Ghana 
Academic Board. School of Allied Health Sciences 
College of Health Sciences Board 
University of Ghana Medical School Board 
School of Allied Health Sciences Board 
Admission Board, School of Allied Health Sciences 
Curricula Review Committee, School of Allied Health 
Students' Mentor/Advisor. Global Health Program University of Virginia, 
Health Sciences Center. Charlottesville, Virginia. 
Tutor and Fellow, Legon Hall. 
Reviewer: Ghana Medical Journal, American SOCiety of Tropical Medicine 
and Hygiene, Ghana Journal of Agricultural Science 
Educational Programmes on TV: Health Check on 7V3 / Metro 7V 
2nd Vice President - Association of Biomedical SCientists 
Senior Pastor. Covenant Cathedral Church, Accra 
Sagoe. K.W.C. 
Advisory Board Member, Prison Ministry, Ghana. 
Hepatitis B & C laboratory diagnosis consultant for Roche Pharmaceuticals, 
Accra, Ghana. 
Board of Reviewers, First Annual Scientific Conference, University of Ghana 
Medical School, College of Health Sciences, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, 4-
6th May 2005. 
Lecture: Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons - Basic Science Course. 
Co-supervisor for MSc student from the Free University of Amsterdam (Project 
title: Cost effectiveness oj hepatitis B screening in Ghana). 
Mingle. J.A.A. 
Reviewer, Ghana Medical Journal 
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Member. Ghana National Polio Certification Committee 
• Chairman. National Task Force for Laboratory Containment of Wild Polio 
Viruses 
Hepatitis B & C laboratory diagnosis consultant for Roche Pharmaceuticals. 
Accra. Ghana. 
• Board of Reviewers. Second Annual Scientific Conference. University of 
Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences. La Palm Royal Beach 
Hotel, 4-6th May 2005. 
• Lectures: Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons - Basic Science Course. 
• External Assessor for promotion to the grade of Full Professor. University of 
Nigeria. Nsukka. Nigeria. 
Adiku.T.K. 
Member. Ghana National Polio Expert Committee (MOH/WHO) for Eradication 
of Polio from African Sub-Region 
• Member. Anti-HlV /STD Microbicides Advocacy Committee of Pro-Link 
Organization. Accra. 
VISITORS 
• M van Hulst, Department of Social Pharmacy. Pharmaco-epidemiology and 
Pharmacotherapy. Groningen University Institute for Drug Exploration/ 
University of Groningen Research Institute of Pharmacy (GUIDE/GRIP) and 
Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Toxicology. Martini Hospital, 
Groningen. The Netherlands. 
• Ido Van der Schaaf. MSc student from the Free University in Amsterdam 
• Iruka Okeke. Branco-Weiss Fellow of the Society in Science. Haverford 
College 
COLLABORATIONS 
Washington University Medical School in establishing and HIV /HCV testing 
laboratory. 
• Calypte Inc .. Alameda. CA. USA to test the ability of a new rapid assay to 
detect HIV antibodies in urine of HIV infected patients. 
Groningen Research Institute for Drug Exploration/University of Groningen 
Research Institute of Pharmacy (GUIDE/GRIP). Groningen. Netherlands. to 
look at the pharmaco-economic evaluation of blood transfusion safety in 
Ghana with respect to viral infections. 
Immunology Unit, Centers For Disease Control. Atlanta. USA. 
Research with Iruka Okeke - Assistant Professor of Biology and Branco-
Weiss Fellow of the Society in Science. Haverford College 
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DEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The main objective of the department is to teach and train undergraduate medical 
students and postgraduate doctors. The department also offers obstetric and 
gynaecological services to patients who attend the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. 
Some senior members still offer specialist services to the Legon Hos pital. 
COURSES OFFERED 
Level 600 (MB ChB Final Part I) course in Obstetrics and Gynaecology 
Residency Training 
Preparation of Candidates for the Primary. Part I and Part II examinations of 
the Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (Faculty of Obstetrics 
& Gynecology) and of the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 600 89 
Postgraduates 35 
Total 124 
STAFFING POSITION 
1 Professor 
1 Associate Professor 
6 Senior Lecturers 
4 Lecturers 
3 Part-time Lecturers 
2 Senior Staff 
3 Junior Staff 
RESEARCH/PROJECTS 
Invention of The Obstetric Wheel : Medical Eligibility Criteria for contraceptive 
use. 
Prof. E.Y. Kwawukume. Dr. Charles Fleischer-Djoleto. WHO. Geneva. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Seffah JD and Adanu RMK. Hysterectomy for uterine fibroids in Nullipara at 
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital . Trop. J : Obstet Gynaecol. 22(2) Oct. 2005 pp.125-
128. 
Srofenyoh EK and Seffah JD .. Prenatal, labor and delivery characteristics of 
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women with macro sonic babies. lnt. J. Gynecol. Obstet. 2006 April. 93(1):49-
50. 
Duda RB, Jumah NA. Hill AG, Seffah JD, Biritwum R. Interest in healthy 
living outweighs presumed cultural norms for obesity for Ghanaian women. 
Heath Qual Life Outcomes 2006 July 20; 4:44. 
S.A. Obed. Diagnosis of unruptured ectopic pregnancy is stilluncommo:1 in 
Ghana. Ghana Medical Journal 2006; 40:3-7. 
S,A, Obed, P. Aniteye. Birth weight and Ponderal index in pre-eclampsia: A 
Comparative Study. Ghana Medical Journal 2006; 40:8-13. 
Adanu RMK, Tweneboah E, Ntumy MN. Profile of women with abortion 
complications in Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Accra. Tropical Doctor Vo1.35, 
No.32005ppI39-142. 
Rosemary B Duda, Grace L Chen, Allan G Hill. Rudolph Darko, Richard MK 
Adanu, Joseph Seffah, John K Anaarfi. Screening for cervical cancer still 
not included as routine health cae for women. International Journal of 
Tropical Medicine Vol. No.1, 2005 pp 1-6. 
Grace L Chen, Rosemary B Duda, Allan G Hill. Rudolph Darko, Richard MK 
Adanu, Joseph Seffah, John K Anaarfi. Epidemiology of cervical cancer and 
dysplasia in a cross-sectional study of women in Accra, Ghana. International 
Journal of Tropical Medicine Vol. No.1, 2005 pp 7-11. 
Joseph D. Seffah, Richard MK Adanu. Hyserectomy for uterine fibroids in 
nullipara at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Ghana. Tropical Journal of Obstetrics 
and Gynaecology Vol.22 No.2, 2005 pp 125-128. 
Richard MK Adanu, John OL De Lancey, Janis M Miller, Abena Asante. 
The physical finding of stress incontinence among African women in Ghana. 
International Urogynecology Journal. Advance publication on line Febraury 
21. 2006. DOl: 1O,1007/S00192-005-0062-X. 
Richard MK Adanu, Allan G Hill, Joseph D Seffah, Rudolph Darko, John K 
Anaarfi, Rosemary B Duda. Secular trends in menarcheal age among 
Ghanaian women. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Vol. 26 No.6, 2006 
pp 551-555. 
Duda RB, Kim MP, Darko R. Adanu RM Seffah J, Anaarfi JK, Hill AG. Results 
of the Women's Health study of Accra: Assessment of blood pressure in urban 
women. International Journal of Cardiology. Advance publication on line 
August I, 2006. 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS ATTENDED BY STAFF AND PAPERS PRESENTED 
FC 1.30.7 Abstract Book XVIII Figo World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics 
5th- 10th November 2006, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 
Okabayashi Hysterectomy with bilateral Hypogastric Artery Ligation in the 
Management of Operable Carcinoma of the Cervix - A review of the first 
sixteen cases done at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Authors RA Kwame-
Aryee, J.D. Seffah, J.O. Arn1ah. Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana. 
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DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The academic year 2004/2005 was a very busy and challenging one for the 
Department. There was an increase in the number of all groups of students the 
Department taught. The department managed to cope with the increased workload. 
Research works due for completion in the academic year were duly completed. 
There has been no change in the staff strength of the department. Our service 
workload in cytology. histopathology and autopsy pathology increased slightly. The 
post retirement contracts of two of the technical staff were terminated. 
All Senior members were involved in extension services both in Ghana and the 
West African Sub Region. and have served on various committees of the University 
of Ghana Medical School (UGMS), School of Allied Health Sciences (SAHS), College 
of Health Sciences (CHS), the University and Ministry of Health. 
COURSES OFFERED 
The Department offered the following courses: 
B.Sc. Medical Sciences and MB Ch .B (Parts I and Part II) in such areas as 
general pathology. systemic pathology. forensic pathology and autopsy 
pathology-UGMS 
BA/B.Sc Nursing Level 300 Human Biology-School of Nursing. 
B.Sc Laboratory Science -Schooi of Allied Health Sciences 
M.Phii in Biomedical Science - Pathology 
Courses for residents of the West African College of Physicians and Surgeons 
(Primary. Part I. Part II) and the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons 
(CABS. Part I and Part II). 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Course Number of students 
1. Level 400 BSc Med. Sc. 156 
2. BA/BSc Nursing. NUR 301 134 
3. M.Phii Biomedical Sciences 1 
4. Level 200 SAHS 52 
5. Level 300 SAHS 56 
6. Level 400 SAHS 25 
7. MB. ChB (Part I) Forensic Pathology 87 
8. MB. ChB (Part II) Autopsy Pathology 123 
9. Postgraduate (Residency) programmes 18 
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The Department successfully completed all academic programmes for the year. 
STAFFING POSITION 
Senior Members 
1. Prof. Y. Tettey - Associate Professor/Head of Department 
2. Prof. A.B. Akosa - Professor - On leave of absence 
3. Prof. E.K. Wiredu - Associate Professor - Also Dean of School of 
Allied Health Sciences 
4. Prof. A.A. Adjei - Professor 
5. Dr. R.K. Gyasi - Senior Lecturer/Hostel Master 
Senior Staff 
1. Mr. Fred Dzormeku - Superintendent Technologist 
2. Mr. Edward Nyann - Museum Curator 
Junior Staff 
1. Mrs. Emelia Abbeyquaye - Clerk Grade ( 
2. Ms. Gertrude Lodonu - Clerk Grade II (On study leave) 
3. Mr. S.K. Mensah - Laboratory Assistant Grade II 
4. Mr. Rasheed Mahama Messenger 
5. Mr. Godwin Nueku - Cleaner 
CONFERENCESfWORKSHOPS/SEMINARSATTENDED 
Adjei.A.A. 
Third Annual SCientific Meeting of the University Ghana Medical School, 
Korle-Bu. Accra. Ghana: Research and Medical Practice. 3rd -5th May. 2006. 
M-Plaza Hotel, Accra. Ghana. 
Two-day National Health Insurance Scheme Providers' Forum: 16th-18th 
January. 2006 at Elimina Beach Resort. Elimina. Ghana. 
Second Annual Scientific Meeting of the University Ghana Medical School, 
Korle-Bu. Accra. Ghana: Research and Medical Practice. 4th-6th May. 2005. 
La Palm Royal Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 
One-day conference on "Getting your Research Papers Published: What 
Editors and Reviewers Expect From Authors": lOth March, 2005, Auditorium. 
University of Ghana Medical School Korle-Bu. Accra. Ghana. 
First Cocobod conference for the promotion of local consumption of cocoa 
products and 24thBiennai conference of the Ghana Science Association. 
1st-4th August. 2005. Erata Hotel, East Legon. Accra. Ghana. 
• Second Annual Scientific Meeting of the Ghana Medical School, Kolre-Bu, 
Accra. Ghana. Research and Medical Practice. 4th-6th May, 2005. La Palm 
Royal Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 
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Gyasi.R. K. 
One day Research seminar: Getting your paper published- what Editors and 
Reviewers expect from Authors. UGMS auditorium lOth March 2005. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical 
School. College of Health SCiences. Theme - 'Research and Medical Practice' 
5th -6th May 2005. 
29th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the West African College of 
Physicians. Ghana Chapter, Prempeh Assembly Hall Kumasi 28th - 29th 
October, 2005. Theme: "Non-communicable diseases in children and 
adolescents as seen at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital" 
29th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the West African College of 
Physicians. Freetown, Sierra Leone, 6th-12th November 2005. Theme: 
Increasing incidence of malignancies in West Africa. 
• 2nd Annual General and Scientific Conference of the Ghana College of 
Physicians and Surgeons Accra. 7th -9th December 2005. 
Wiredu. E. K. 
A.G.S.M. of the Ghana Chapter of West African College of Physicians 28th to 
29th October, 2005 
• 29th A.G.S.M. of the West African College of Physicians, Freetown 
SierraLeone:Rising Incidence of Malignancies in West Africa 7th to lIth 
November, 2005 
5th International Conference of AORTIC, Dakar, Senegal: Cancer In Africa: 
A Call To Action. 14th to 17th November 2005 
British Division of the International Academy of Pathology Ninety-Fifth 
Scientific Meeting: Symposium on Intestinal Pathology. 25th to 26th 
November 2005 
Tettey. Y 
One day Research seminar: Getting your paper published- what Editors and 
Reviewers expect from Authors. UGMS auditorium lOth March 2005. 
Second Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical 
School. College of Health Sciences. Theme - 'Research and Medical Practice' 
5th -6th May 2005. 
One day seminar on procurement. Organized by College of Health sciences, 
University of Ghana. U G M S exam hall. 27th October 28, 2005. 
29th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the West African College of 
Physicians held at the Miatta Conference Centre, Yonyi Building, Freetown, 
Sierra Leone, from 7th to 12th November 2005. Theme: Rising Incidence of 
Malignancies in The West African Subregion. Presented a paper on 
'Gastrointestinal Tract and Liver Malignacies in the West African Sub region' 
2nd Annual General and SCientific Conference of the Ghana College of 
Physicians and Surgeons Accra. 7th -9th December 2005. 
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PUBLICATIONS 
Armah H. Dodoo AK. Wiredu EK. Stiles JK. Adjei AA. Gyasi RK. Tettey Y. 
High-level cerebellar expression of cytokines and adhesion molecules in 
fatal. paediatric. cerebral malaria. Annals Trop Med Parasitol 99: 629-647. 
2005. 
Armah H. Wiredu EK. Dodoo AK. Adjei AA. Tettey Y. Gyasi RK. Cytokine 
and adhesion molecule expression in brain in human cerebral malaria. Int 
J Environ Res Public Hlth 2: 123-131. 2005. 
Sarfo B. Y. . Armah H .. lrune I.. Adjei A. A.. Singh S .. Lilla rd J. W. Jr. . StilesJ. 
K. Plasmodium yoelii 17X infection upregulates RANTES. CCRI. CCR3 and 
CCR5 expression. and induces ultrastructural changes in the cerebellum. 
Malaria Joumal 4: 63. 2005. 
Armah H .• Adjei A. A.. Adiku T. K .. Hesse I. F. A .. Duah O . A. . & Ansah J. 
(2005). Prevalence of Antibodies to Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Antigen 60 
among Blood Donors a t the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital Blood Bank. Accra. 
Ghana. Joumal oj the Ghana Science Association 7: 1-4. 2005. 
Armah H. Sarfo B. Wilson M. Adjei AA. Tettey Y. Gyasi RK. Cerebral malaria 
associated blood brain barrier (BBB) apoptosis. Acta Tropica 95S: S 198-S 199. 
2005. 
Sarfo B. Wilson M. Boakye D. Gyasi RK. Adjei AA eta!. The cerebral-maiaria-
associated expression of RANTES. CCR3 and CCR5 in post-mortem tissue 
samples. Acta Tropica 95S: S29-S30. 2005. 
StilesJ. Sarfo B. Armah H. Wilson M. Adjei AAetal. The role ofchemokines 
in malaria . Acta Tropica 95: suppl. 206. 2005. 
Armah H. Dodoo AK. Adjei AA et al. Maximal cerebellar expression of 
cytokines and adhesion molecules in fatal paediatric cerebral malaria . 
GeorgiaJojSci63 : 34. 2005. 
Sarfo BY. Armah H. Gyasi RK. Adjei AA et al. Expression and localization of 
RANTES. CCRI. CCR3. and CCR 5 in post-mortem cerebral malaria tissue 
samples. Georgia J ojSCi 62: 56. 2005. 
Sarfo BY. Gyasi. RK. Adjei AA et al. Expression and localization of RANTES 
and corresponding receptors. CCRI. CCR3. AND CCR5. in Plasmodium yoelii 
17XL- infected mouse brain. Georgia J oj Sci 61: 48. 2005. 
Adjei AA et al. Prevalence of human Immunodeficiency virus. hepatitis B 
virus. hepatitis C virus and syphilis among prison inmates and officers in 
Accra. Ghana. J Med Microbiol. 55: 593-597. 2006. 
Adjei AA et al. Sero-prevalence of cytomegalovirus among voluntary blood 
donors at the 37 Military Hospital. Accra. Ghana. Ghana Med J. 40: 61-67. 
2006. 
• Armah HB. Narter-Olga EG. Adjei AA. Gyasi RK. Tettey Y. Sero-prevalence 
of human T-cell Lymphotropic virus type I. Among pregnant women in Accra. 
Ghana. J Med Microbiology 55: 765-770. 2006. 
Aboagye B. Wiredu EK. Gyasi RK. Adjei AA. Tettey Y. Sero-prevalence of 
hepatitis B and Hepatitis C viruses in cirrhoSiS of the liver in Accra. Ghana. 
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Ghana Medical Joumal 39: 132-137,2005, 
Adjei AA et al. Prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus infection among 
tuberculosis suspect patients in Accra, Ghana. WAft J Med 25: 3841, 2006. 
Quakyi lA, Addison AE, Bosompem K. Wilson M, Fairhurst R, Wellems T, 
Boakye D, Adjei AA et al. A multi-disciplinary case-control study of malaria 
pathogenesis and immunity in Fishing village in Ghana. Research Letters 
(Ghana) 2: (Special Supplement): 89-90, 2006, 
Aleksenko L, Gyasi R, K, Hypoglycaemia in the infant of mother with fasting 
hyperglycaemia - a case report Ghana Medical Journal 2005: 39(3): 108-111. 
Armah HB. Adjei AA, Olaga E, Gyasi RK. Tettey Y. Sero-prevalence of Human 
T-cell lymphotropic virus type among pregnant women in Accra, Ghana, 
Journal of Medical Microbiology 2006: 55: 765-770. 
Aleksenko L, Gyasi RK Disseminated Invasive Aspergillosis. Ghana Medical 
Journal 2006: 40(2) 69-72. 
Kitcher ED, Yarney J, Gyasi RK, Cheyuo C Laryngeal cancer in Ghana: Ghana 
Medical Journal 2006: 40(2): 45-49. 
ShiffC, Veltri R, NaplesJ, QuarteyJ, OtchereJ, Anyan W, MarlowC, Wiredu 
E, Adjei A. Brakohiapa E, Bosompem K. Ultrasound verification of bladder 
damage is associated with known biomarkers of bladder cancer in adults 
chronically infected with Schistosoma haematobium in Ghana. Trans R Soc 
Trop Med Hyg. Jan 2006 
Wiredu EK, Armah HB, Cancer mortality patterns in Ghana: A 1O -year review 
of autopsies and hospital mortality. BMC Public Health 2006,6: 159 
DEPARTMENT OF PHARMACOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The 2005/2006 Academic Year proceeded qUite smoothly enabling the department 
to complete the academic programmes without interruption. The department did 
not register any significant growth during the period. 
The students' performance in the BSc. Medical Science level 400 Pharmacology 
examination was comparable to that of the previous year with 88% pass rate. 
The performance of the Physiotherapy students was exceptionally good with a 
pass rate of 100%. 
The numerical strength of the academic staff was slightly improved by the 'return 
to post of Dr. K.A. Bugyei from leave of absence. Mr. Joseph Baah also joined the 
department as Senior Assistant Research Officer. On the other hand, there was 
no change in the number of personnel in the Senior and Junior staff grades. 
As part of the effort to improve on the academic staff development programme, 
the department submitted a proposal for BSc, (Pharmacology) Programme to be 
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introduced into the college's curriculum. It is hoped that the programme will 
help identify suitable candidates to be enrolled in the postgraduate programme. 
The outcome of the submission is still being awaited. 
Just like the previous years, the technical unit still remains understaffed, hence 
the four technicians at post are overburdened with work, especially with the 
preparation and mounting of experiments during practical sessions. This 
situation is even made worse by the increase in number of students at this level. 
The increase in the number of students without commensurate increase in 
lecture room size has resulted in overcrowding, making it difficult for lecturers 
to keep track of students skipping lectures. The practical sessions are not in 
any better shape, as the students tend to crowd around the few practical set-ups 
in the laboratories. Steps are being taken to address these problems. 
The Department continues to lack the necessary research equipment making it 
difficult for any serious research activity to be undertaken. The Department is 
still awaiting a response to the request for research equipment submitted to 
GETFUND about two (2) years ago. 
STAFFING POSITION 
(a) Academic/Research Staff 8 
(b) Senior Staff 4 
(c) Junior Staff 2 
COURSE TAUGHT/NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
Course Number Of Students 
Medicine & Dentistry 
B.Sc. (Medical Science) Level 400 156 
Allied Health Science 
BSc.(Physiotherapy) Level 400 21 
School of Nursing 
Human Biology IV Pharmacology 130 
Biomedical Sciences 
MPhii 
Total 
RESEARCH 
• Screening of medicinal plants for their therapeutic potential. 
Toxicology of lily flower in collaboration with Michigan State University 
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Effect of cocoa powder on malaria. 
• Standardizing toxicity tests for herbal medicines. 
Toxicological evaluation of kalanche priIlata. an oral herbal preparation for 
the treatment of peptic ulcer . 
As s essment of plant medicines for their efficacy in preventing 
cerebrovascular diseases . 
PUBLICATION 
• A. K. Nyarko. 1. J. Asiedu-Gyekye. A. A. Sithie (2005)ISBN 9988-8283-3-0 A 
manual of harmonized procedures for assessing the safety. efficacy and 
quality of plant medicines in Ghana. 
A. C. Sackeyfio. Sourcing Medicines from Plants - Pharmacological Approach. 
Annual Scientific (iii) A.C. Sackeyfio. Drugs & Medicines. Ghana Health 
Digest 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Sackeyfio. A. C. 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference of University of Ghana Medical School. 
May. 2006. M. Plaza Hotel. Accra. 
Prempeh. A.B.A. 
The Evaluation and Standardization of the pre-registration procedures and 
requirements for herbal medicines. Food & Drugs Board Accra. December. 
2005. 
Bugyei. K. A. 
The Evaluation and Standa rdization of the pre-registration procedures and 
reqUirements for herbal medicines. Food & Drugs Board Accra. December. 
2005. 
Food & Drugs Board's Meeting on Herbal Medicines. Accra. June 2006. 
Asiedu-Gyekye. I. J. 
Training Programme for Regulatory Officers from Uganda and Ethiopia. Topic: 
Modalities for conducting Pharmacological studies on herbal m edicines 
August 2005. 
Health Media Consortium Meeting of Ghana Sustainable change project AED. 
USAID. March. 2006. 
• Training Workshop on Financial Management for non-financial executives. 
NMIMR. 21 st April. 2006. . 
3rd Annual Scientific Conference of University of Ghana Medical School. 
May. 2006. M. Plaza Hotel. Accra. 
Deliberative meeting on claims of herbal medicines with Health Benefits 
for people living with HIV / AIDS. NMIMR. 9th August. 2006. 
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BENEFACTORS/DONORS 
None 
VISITORS 
None 
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department continues to suffer from dwindling numbers of senior members. 
Dr. K-K. Atsina who was on contract has decided to devote his time fully to his 
clinical practice. There are only two regular senior members at post with one on 
post-retirement contract. There is at the moment no younger colleague under 
training because of poor conditions of service in the Basic Sciences particularly 
for medically qualified graduates. . 
The equipment base of the Department continues to worsen as the few aging 
pieces which have been in service show signs of deterioration. 
The Department however has two (2) M. Phil students in Physiology at various 
levels of training. Attempts to increase numbers are hindered by the lack of 
basic equipment to support research. 
The Department has not had any injection of new equipment over a decade. 
The Department is counting with efforts to build up a computer laboratory to use 
ICT for simulation experimental work. and for student self-study. 
We wish to continue to appeal fervently to all stakeholders to contribute funds to 
re- equip the Department to support undergraduate and postgraduate training. 
COURSES TAUGHT/NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
B.Sc. (Medical Science) Level 300 
Courses No of Students 
PHYG.301 180 
PHYG.302 180 
PHYG.304 180 
PHYG. 306 180 
School of Allied Health Sciences students offering: 
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Radiography 
Physiotherapy 
Medical Lab Technology 
COURSES 
PHYG 205 37 
PHYG 207 37 
M Phil 2 
FWACS/FWAP Revision Primary Course 
Current staff position 
Academic/Research (2) 
Dr. D.A. AnOO Head of Department 
Prof. F.K. Adzaku Associate Professor 
Senior Staff (5) 
Michael N.K. Clottey Chief Technician 
Isaac Ekow Ennin Principal Research Assistant 
Kumi Obuadabeng Larbi Principal Technician 
Philip Amoako Technologist 
Emmanuel Aduah Technologist 
Gloria Dzata (Mrs.) Technician 
Yvonne John-Teye Administrative Assistant 
Junior Staff (1) 
Eric Kwade Messenger/Cleaner 
Current Research 
Growth pattern in Ghanaian children 
Pathophysiology of sickle cell disease 
Regulation of energy balance 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS 
Members attended the 3rd University of Ghana Medical School Research 
conference held at M-Plaza Hotel. Accra from 3rd - 5th May 2006. 
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DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY 
OVERVIEW 
The year 2005/2006 was one of steady progress and success for the Department 
of Psychiatry. It saw the steady growth of senior staff members and the award ofa 
Teaching and Learning Innovation Grant. One member returned to post after 
completion of a political appointment and one new member was recruited. This 
brings staff strength to 5 active senior members. one member on contract and 
several part time members from the Accra Psychiatric Hospital and from the 
Diaspora. 
In March. the department welcomed 7 psychiatrists from the U.K .. the U.S. and 
Canada whose contributions enriched the senior and junior clerkship programs 
in Clinical Psychiatry. As well. new research projects were introduced for the 
final year students in clinical psychiatry. This culminated in a successful student 
conference in March 2006. It is intended for this to be an annual affair. The 
conference proceedings have been bound and sent to the Accra Psychiatric 
Hospital as a reference for incoming students and medical and nursing staff. As 
well. their contents are being edited for publication by the department. 
The Department presented three papers at the Annual Scientific conference of 
the College of Health Sciences on its pioneering work in setting up community 
mental health services in the Upper West Region in the 1990's and in training 
health care personnel in mental health. 
COURSES OFFERED 
Psych 201 Essentially an introduction to psychology. this course is specially 
tailored to fresh medical students to interest them in other paradigms of 
scientific endeavor and to build the foundations for psychiatry. 
Medical psychology: A course offered as part of the combined course in 
community health at level 500. medical psychology is a discourse in 
behavioral medicine and the interaction of health care professionals and 
their patients with the systems of health care provision. 
Clinical Psychiatry: This is orthodox training in psychiatry at the stage of 
the sixth and seventh years of medical school. Students spend time at the 
Accra Psychiatric Hospital and also receive training in psychotherapy. They 
are expected to conduct research or run various projects. which are presented 
in a student conference. Through out the senior year. weekly lectures are 
also offered. 
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STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 200 177 
Level 500 118 
Junior Clerkship 89 
Senior Clerkship 89 
Residents 3 
STAFFING POSITION 
Prof. S.N.A. Turkson Contract 
Dr. Araba Sefa-Dedeh Senior Lecturer 
Dr. Sammy Ohene Lecturer 
Dr. Angela Ofon-Atta Lecturer 
Mr. A. Nortey Dua Research Assistant 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS ATTENDED 
Epilepsy in the upper west region of Ghana. 
Dr. S. Ohene S. (2006). 3rd University of Ghana Medical School Annual 
Scientific Conference 
Pito: Foodfrom the gods or the evolution of heavenly nectar to earthly poison? A 
critical study of alcohol use in 4 communities in the Upper-West Region ofG hana 
in the late nineties. Ofon-Atta A.. De Graft Aikens A .. Sefa-Dedeh A .. Ohene 
S .. and Anum A. (2006). Presented at the 3rd University of Ghana Medical 
School Annual SCientific Conference. Accra. 
A model of integration of research with mental health care provision in the Upper-
West Region: An observational study ofpatient-stajfinteraction in two hospitals 
in the Upper-West Region. Sefa-Dedeh. A; Ofon-Atta A; Ohene S. and Baah-
Odoom D. (2006). Presented at the 3rd University of Ghana Medical School 
Annual Scientific Conference 
DEPARTMENT OF RADIOLOGY 
OVERVIEW 
The equipment situation improved dramatically with the installation of a new 
1.5T MRl and a Dual slice CT. Two new fluoroscopic machines has also been 
added. 
Unfortunately some baSic operational difficulties still persist notably power and 
consumables. The fluctuations in voltage are actually forcing the department to 
operate its new machines on a standby generator almost all the time. 
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Staffing situation has changed for the Teaching Hospital as against the Medical 
School. The Medical School now has 2 full time and one part time lecturers and 
supplemented by one part time consultant from the Teaching Hospital. 
The present situation and signals so far does not look like there is going to be 
any improvement on the full time numbers in the Medical School. 
One hopes that if ever the University Teaching Hospital is built at Legon. mistakes 
made here in running a powerful diagnostic imaging department with reference 
to power. personnel and consumables will not be repeated. When properly managed 
the department is one of the few which can actively be self financing and ever 
improving. 
DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Surgery has as its main objectives teaching of both 
undergraduates and postgraduates and conducting research. A lot time is spent 
for extension service for Korle bu Teaching Hospital, and for some other hospitals 
in and outside Accra. 
STAFFING SITUATION 
Professors (2) 
Associate Professors (3) 
Senior Lecturers (5) 
Lecturers (11) 
Part Time Professors (1) Senior Lecturers (2) Lecturers (3) 
Emeritus Professors (1) 
CAUSES TAUGHT AND NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
The Department continued to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate 
students. We continue to receive a high number of foreign students who chose to 
do the whole or part of their rotation in surgery in our department. The countries 
where these students came from included USA. England. Denmark. Australia. 
Poland. Austria. Nigeria. Germany. Ireland. Sierra Leone. Switzerland. 
Netherlands. Finland and South Africa. 
The following are the group of students in the department of Surgery: 
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COURSE NUMBER OF STUDENfS 
Co-ordinated course in surgery/ Medicine/ 123 
Community health. Applied pathology and Specials 
Subinternship course 88 
Dental Students 29 
PAPERS PRESENTED AT CONFERENCES 
At the 46th conference of the West African College of Surgeons held in Accra 
Ghana from the 4th to the II th February 2006. the folloWing papers were delivered: 
A four year experience of the Korle Bu breast clinic JNA Clegg-Lamptey' . HK 
Aduful'. NA Adu-Aryee' . M Kyereh' . V Vanderpuye2 • J Yarney2. A Edwin3. A 
Nkansah4 • J Tagoe2. N Quartey2 Departments of Surgery' Radiotherapy2. 
Psychiatry3. and Pharmacy' University of Ghana Medical School and Korle 
Bu Teaching Hospital 
West African College of Surgeons (WACS): towards providing adequate 
numbers of competent fellowship specialists and middle level specialists 
(Diplomates) for service in West Africa .. Prof. E.D. Yeboah 
Sensitivity of digital rectal examination and various PSA levels in detecting 
prostate cancer using digitally guided transrectal biopsy of the prostate in 
270 Ghanaians at a urology clinic. Morton B. T .. Yeboah E.D .. Mante S.D. 
• Update carcinoma of the prostate: a 5 year review at the Korle Bu Teaching 
hospital. Accra - Ghana. Yeboah E. Hsing A. Bentsi I. Mensah J & Klufio G. 
University of Ghana Medical School /NCI/NIH 
What Age is most significant for glaucoma screening in Korle-Bu Teaching 
hospital? Braimah I. Essuman V. Ntim-Amponsah CT. 
A preliminary study of Central Corneal Thickness -an African-African Eye 
study. Essuman V. A .. Edirisuriya-Khair R. D. Ntim-Amponsah C. T. 
Presentation of Retinoblastoma in a Tertiary Paediatric Eye Unit in Ghana.V. 
Essuman. ; S. Akafo; L. Renner. L. Edusei. At the 3'" Annual meeting of the 
Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons the following read the 
corresponding papers: Management of Acute Abdomen. Dr. Kyereh M 
PUBLICATIONS 
Appeadu Mensah et al. The child with no anus in Ghana. African Journal of 
Paediatric Surgery. Feb 2006. 
Appeadu Mensah et al. Common Childhood tumours- Korle Bu experience. 
West Africa Medical Journal. Feb 2006 
Kitcher E D. Yarney J . Gyasi RK. Laryngeal cancer at the Korle bu Teaching 
Hospital. GMJ June 2006. Vol 40. 2 : 45-49. 
Clinical application of Revised Indication for the treatment of Retinopathy of 
prematurity . (Correspondence) Subhedra Jalali. Essuman V archives of 
Ophthalmology 2005: I 23;407 -408 
An audit of aspects of informed consent and pain relief in General Surgical 
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Units of Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, J.N.A. Clegg-Lamptey and W. M. Hodasi 
Ghana Medical Journal Vol 39. 2. June 2005 
Mensah J .E. Quartey JK.M. Yeboah E.D. Klufio G .0. The Efficacy oflntracorpus 
Spongiosum Anaesthesia in internal Urethrotomy for Anterior Urethral 
Strictures. African Journal of Urology 2005. II: III - 114. 
Necrotizing Cervical fasciitis of odontogenic orygin. Report of two cases. 
Ghana Dental Journal 2005 5(1) 20 - 23.Paintsil A 
Neoaadjuvant study of sequential epirobicin and docetaxel in locally advanced 
breast cancer. A model for clinical research in developing covntries. [J. 
Clegg - Lamptey et all Published Abstral: American Association for Cancer 
Research (Proc AACR 47. 5352) 
• Dakubo J.C.B. Etwire VK. Kumroji R. Naaaeder S.B. Hyman pentasfomiasis 
West African J. Med. 2005; 24:12-14 
Adu-Aryee N.A. Asumanu E. Tetteh A. Fordjour E. Naaeder S.B. Intestinal 
Obstruction Caused by retained Surgical sponge: two case reports. Ghana 
Medical Journal 2005;39:37 -38 
Audit if web-based telemedicine in Ophthalnulogy - Journal of telemedicine 
and telecare vol 11 No.1 2005. Ackuaku E 
Aniteye E. Aduful H. K. Adu-Aryee N. A. Adu Gyamfi Y. use ofmeduzelam for 
censious sedation in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy GMJ. 2005. 28(4) 141-
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RESEARCH PROJECTS 
Prevalence of Prostate cancer in Accra. In collaboration with NCI/NIH USA. 
Correlation of IPSS. WOL. PFR. & PVR and TRUS Prostate volume in patients 
with symptomatic BPH. 
Corneal thickness 
Retinoblastoma 
Erectile Dysfunction and its Management 
Buruli Ulcer early grafts against late grafts 
Breast cancer surveys 
Colorectal cancer in Ghana 
Pattern of Degenerative Spinal Stenosis in Ghana 
PROMOTIONS 
Dr. M Iddrissu Ophthalmology was promoted to Senior Lecturer position. 
EXTENSION SERVICE 
The Department of Surgery continued to offer extension service to Cape Coast 
and Sunyani Regional hospitals. Other hospitals that benefited from the extension 
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service are Nkwanta in the Volta region. Akosombo hospital and the University 
Hospital. Legon. 
ADVANCED TRAUMA OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT (ATOM) COURSE IN GHANA 
OVERVIEW 
The 1st ATOM course. of which the Medical school is <1 sponsor. was launched on 
the 15th of February 2005 at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Eight courses have 
been held so far. Thirty surgeons from Ghana. Nigeria. Cote d'lvoire and Senegal 
have been retrained in the field of abdominal and chest injuries. ATOM was 
designed to teach surgeons to diagnose. and operatively manage penetrating 
injuries in the abdomen and chest including the bowel. kidney. ureter. bladder. 
pancreas. duodenum. stomach. diaphragm. liver. inferior vena cava. spleen and 
heart. 
It is hoped that these participants will form a core of trainers who will impart 
their knowledge to others. This hands-on course will help improve the surgical 
skills of the participants and ultimately increase their pffectiveness in managing 
trauma patients. 
During the course the following. who were associated with the course. visited the 
department: 
• Rev Myles Fish. President and Chief Executive of International Aid. USA 
Conrad Person. Director of International program of Johnson and Johnson. 
Scotland. 
Mark Heydenburg. International Aid. USA 
• Lenworth Jacobs. Founder of ATOM COURSE and Professor of Surgery 
University of Connecticut. USA 
Stephen Luk. Department of Trauma. University of Connecticut. USA 
Rene Kiamba. Johnson and Johnson. USA 
OTHER VISITORS TO THE DEPARTMENT 
Roger Simmermacher. University Medical Centre Utrecht. The Netherlands. 
Martyn Webster. Golden Jubilee hospital. Glasgow. Scotland. 
Barbara Jemec. Department of Plastic Surgery. Chelsea & Westminster 
Hospital. London. 
Patricia Eadie. Department of Plastic Surgery. St Janes's Hospital. Dublin. 
Ireland 
P F Demmer. Chairman Orthopaedic Association. 
Ian Balmer. Chief Executive officer. Moorefield Eye Hospital. London. 
Oheneba Boachie Agyei Focus 
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MEDICAL SCHOOL LIBRARY 
OVERVIEW 
The Library has seen a remarkable increase in the use of its seIVices. This is 
partly because there is the. "free hours" use of the Computer Assisted Learning 
Centre (CALC) by staff and students. Also other students on the Korle-Bu compound 
have also become very active users of the Library . The library's furniture 
particularly the chairs is not enough to seat the clients who use the library. This 
is especially so in the evenings. The library has been awarded a Teaching and 
Learning Innovation Fund (TALIF) grant which would be used for restocking and 
refurbishment. 
Journals 
The library again subscribed to sixteen journals for the period and received about 
40 journals as gifts from individuals. and institutions. 
Electronic Journals 
The library continues to have access to full text journals through the PERl (Program 
for the Enhancement of Research Information) and the HINARI (Health 
InterNetwork Access to Research Initiative) . These two databases together provide 
the library access to a wide range of authoritative and world class full text journals 
in the health sciences. This has improved both bibliographic identification and 
document delivery services. 
Additionally. The WHO in collaboration with the FAO has availed the library of the 
Access to Global Online Research in Agriculture (AGORA) database. Even though 
AGORA is basically an agricultural full text database. it has a substantial number 
of journals relevant to the health sciences. 
Books 
A total of 396 volumes made up of 327 titles were added to the stock. These were 
mainly gifts from individuals. institutions and societies. 
Services 
User Services 
The user seIVices unit also continues to conduct mediated searches which are 
mostly online. These search requests continue to increase due to the increasing 
capacity of the Library's clientele. Considering the fact that. the current trend in 
information access is toward end- user access through information- literacy the 
User Services Unit will need to set up training sessions in search techniques 
and the use of the electronic databases for clients . Approximately 4.0025 major 
enqUiries were received with about 3.545 online electronic database searches. 
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Computer Assisted Learning Centre 
The Centre Offers 'free' Internet access to students of the College. It helps in 
training staff and students in Computer Applications. 
The School of Allied Health Sciences continues to use the facility to teach and 
train its Level 200 students in Computer Literacy. 
The Centre's Internet link is through the service of Broad Band Home (BBH) now 
Zipnet. It still has not got the link with the main University compound. The BBH 
link has in recent times proved erratic and unrealiable hence the CALC is in the 
process of changing to the Ghana Telecom Broad Band 4U Service. 
Mention must be made of a radio link established between Legon.and Korle-Bu 
developed by two American postgraduate students to network tertiary libraries in 
Ghana. This radio link for one reason or the other is not being used. 
The Centre repairs computer hardware for the various departments of the school. 
the Central Administration of the College etc. Repair work is done at no charge. 
The Centre has received a number of computers which have been installed for 
various purposes such as the cyber cafe. training. library automation etc. 
BENEFACTORS 
Dr. H. Baddoo Department of Surgery. UGMS 
Dr. S. Appiah - Anane U.K 
Dr. E. Darko Windsor. CT. CISA 
CONFERENCES. SEMINARS. WORkSHOPS 
Dzansi. S.A. and Sulemani. S.B. 
Ghana Library Association Annual General meeting November 2005 
West African Health Organization. Knowledge Management Course 5th - 9th June 
2006. Various serminars and workshops on Library Automation Programs. Bibliofile 
software. Millennium Software-Balme Library UG. 
Aggrey. S.B. 
Ghana Library Association Annual General Meeting November 2005. 
Various workshops. serminars. training programes on Bibliofile Software. 
Millennium Software. Library Automation - Balme Library UG. 
Atin-Nagah. E.K. 
Ghana Library Association Annual General Meeting November 2005. 
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NOGUCHI MEMORIAL INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH 
OVERVIEW 
The Institute's mission is to become a Centre of excellence for research into 
diseases of Public Health importance especially in Ghana and to contribute to 
manpower development for scientific research and health service. 
The broad objectives and mandate of NMIMR are: 
To conduct research into health problems of Public Health importance in 
Ghana 
To provide training opportunities for postgraduate students in medical 
research. 
To provide specialized laboratory diagnostic and monitoring services in support 
of public health programmes. 
These objectives and mandate were carried out by the following departments in 
the Institute. Parasitology. Immunology. Clinical Pathology. Electron Microscopy. 
Epidemiology. Virology. Bacteriology. Nutrition and. Animal Experimentation. 
RESEARCH 
The Institute is strongly committed to research on national health priorities. It 
is involved in a number of research activities in collaboration with the Ministry 
of Health/ Ghana Health Service and other international health organizations. 
The Institute continued with the activities outlined in the Japan International 
Co-operation Agency (JICA) technical co-operation agreement covering research 
into the control of parasitic diseases in the West African sub-region under the 
WACIPAC Project which has its headquarters at the Institute. The Institute 
continued with research in the following areas: 
Parasitic Diseases 
Malaria 
• Schistosomiasis 
Lymphatic filariasis 
Trypanosomiasis 
Cryptosporidiosis 
Toxoplasmosis 
Intestinal worm infestations 
Viral Diseases 
Poliomyelitis 
Viral Diarrhoeas 
HIV/AIDS 
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Bacterial infections 
Tuberculosis 
• Buruli Ulcer 
Sexually Transmitted Diseases 
Non-communicable Health Problems 
Nutrition 
• Food safety 
Safe motherhood 
• Metabolic Disorders 
Environment and Health 
Sickle Cell Disease 
Herbal Medicine 
Practically. all these projects were funded by external agenCies including WHO/ 
TDR, DFID. USAID through FHI. International Fund .PQlicy Research Institute 
(IFPRI), UNICEF. National Institutes of Health (NIH). United States Naval Medical 
Research Centre. ENRECA Programme of DANIDA. European Union. Wellcome 
Trust, Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM). JICA. UNIDO. Bill and Melinda 
Gates Foundation. Human SCience Foundation. AMANET. Phyto-riker etc . The 
Government of Ghana through GETFund is supporting research on Buruli Ulcer. 
Training/Teaching Responsibility 
Senior Members were involved in teaching in some of the Constituent faculties 
of the College of Health Sciences as well as some Departments in the University. 
Students from the country's tertiary institutions and foreign universities were 
attached to the institute for laboratory.experience and conducting research project 
for university degrees. Research Fellows of the Institute continued to supervise 
MPhii and Ph.D students. The Institute continued with the Research Studentship 
Programme which provided opportunities for graduate students to undertake their 
project work with full sponsorship from the Institute. 
The Department of Virology organized a Medical Virology Course for Science and 
Medical Students. The programme was sponsored by the Teaching and Learning 
Innovation Fund (TALIF - NCTE). The first Course on Advanced Diagnostic 
Techniques in Microbiology and ParaSitology (NMIMRjCADTj001-05) was held at 
the ParaSitology Department of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research (NMIMR). College of Health Sciences. University of Ghana from 17th 
October - 13th November 2005. The four (4) week course was ajoint initiative of 
the Council for SCientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Noguchi 
Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) supported by the World Bank. 
The training focused on the science and theory of advanced laboratory techniques. 
such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). fluorescent antibody test 
(FAT). polymerase chain reaction (PCR). DNA-probes. and monoclonal antibodies 
(MoAbs) used In research and diagnosis of microbial and parasitic diseases. 
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Emphasis was laid on recent developments in medical and veterinary laboratory 
diagnostic techniques, basic immunology including immunological structure and 
function, antibody purification methods, enzyme labeling, biotinylation of 
antibodies and the use of computers in diagnostic applications. 
Information and Communication Technology 
The Institute continued to maintain its own VSAT link to the Internet. The facility 
offered both internal and external communication bye-mail and surfing services. 
The Institute continued to access electronic versions of health and health - related 
journals through the HINARI Project. 
Projects 
The following had been established during the year under consideration: 
Lymphatic Filariasis Support Office for Africa 
Establishment of a laboratory by NAMRU 3 for research into infectious diseases 
eg leishmaniasis, influenza, acute febrile illnesses etc 
Establishment of a Rotavirus Reference Laboratory at the Electron Microscopy 
Department 
DISSEMINATION OF RESEARCH FINDINGS 
The weekly Institutional seminars which offered opportunity for young and senior 
scientists to report on their respective research works continued. 
Fifth Annual Research Meeting 
The 5th in the series of annual research meetings (ARM) of the Noguchi Memorial 
Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR), which started in 2001. was held from 
the 11 th to the 13th October 2005. 
The ARM affords the Institute an opportunity to disseminate some of its research 
findings to its stakeholders and also share experiences with other health 
researchers. With this in mind the theme 'Bridging the Research-Policy Divide' 
was maintained in 2005. 
The ARM - 5 emphasized two key areas, namely Research Ethics and Measuring 
Maternal Mortality. Research ethics is an important aspect of work in the 
Institute, while maternal mortality is a pressing health problem, whose accurate 
measurement has remained a matter of concern despite several initiatives to 
improve upon it. 
The meeting ended with the annual debate, which has become!l high point of 
the ARM. The topic was "The manipulation of genes will bring mankind more 
sorrow than joy". 
Staff development and research capacity strengthening 
Staff of the Institute were supported to undertake post-graduate research 
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programmes in the priority research areas both locally and at institutions abroad. 
Thirteen members of staff are pursuing programmes leading to Ph.D and another 
three for their Masters degree. The facilities of the Institute were used by students 
from the Universities and Polytechnics in the country for their projects. Several 
first and second cycle schools visited the Institute. Visitors from other research 
institutes in Japan. USA. Europe and other countries also visited the Institute 
during the period .. 
Three members of staff were appOinted Research Fellows. Two Senior SCientists 
were promoted to the rank of Full Professors and six others as AsSOCiate Professors. 
Collaboration with other Ghanaian Institutions 
The Institute continued with its active collaboration with the Ministry of Health 
and its Health Research Units/Centres (Navrongo. Kintampo. Dangme West), 
Ghana AIDS Commission. Ghana Atomic Energy Commission. Ghana Minerals 
Commission. the University of Ghana Medical School and the School of Public 
Health. The Institute provided support for the Ministry of Health annual 
immunization programmes and continued to conduct training sessions in TB 
microscopy for Ghana Health Service Staff. 
RETIREMENT 
Two members of staff retired from the service of the Institute/University. 
STAFFING 
Members of staff at the Institute are either full time employees. Project Staff or 
visiting scientist. 
SENIOR MEMBERS 
All Senior Members are full - time staff. 
Departments Prof Profs Asso. Snr. Res. Asst Asst. Total 
Emeri. Profs. Res. Fel. ~ Acct. 
Administration 2 4 
Animals 
Experimentation 
Bacteriology 2 
Clinical 
Pathology 3 
Electron 
Microscopy 
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Epidemiology 2 4 
Immunology 2 4 
Nutrition 1 3 
Parasitology 3 2 5 
Virology 2 2 5 
TOTAL 4 7 7 10 2 32 
Visiting Scientist (Senior Members) - 3 
Senior Junior Project 
Staff Staff Staff 
Accounting Assistant 7 1 
Administrative Asst/Library Assistant 8 1 
Research Assistant/Nurse 25 26 
Technologist/Technician 23 8 
Maintenance 6 
Transport/Driver/Mechanic 2 II 7 
Data Entry Clerks/Secretary/Project Asst. 5 9 
Labourer / Cleaner / Messengers 21 3 
Security Guard/Watchmen/Foremen 2 11 3 
Tel. Exchange Supt./Supervisors/Storekeepers 1 1 
Technical Assistant/Assistant Technician 8 
Touu 74 58 58 
PUBLICATIONS 
Mary Glover-Amengor. William Bruce Owusu. Bartholomew Dicky Akanmori 
Determinants of anaemia in pregnancy in rural and urban communities of the 
Sekyere west district of the Ashanti region. Ghana. Journal: Ghana Medical 
Journal 2005. 39(3). 
Addae MM. TettehJKA. Ishiwada N. Komada Y. Yamaguchi S. Ofori-Adjei D. Kamiya 
H. Akanmori BD. High CD /CD45RO+ and CD8/CD45RO+ frequencies in children 
with vaccine-modified measles. Pediatrics International 2006. 48(5):449-53. 
Neils Ben Quashie. Bartholomew D AkamTwri*. David Ofori-Adjei, Bamenla Q Goka 
and Jorgen AL Kurtzhals. Factors ContIibuting to the Development of Anaemia in 
Plasmodiumjalciparum Malaria: What about Drug Resistant Parasites? Journal of 
Tropical PediatIics 2006.52(4):254-9. 
Awandare GA. Goka BQ. Boeuf P. Tetteh JKA. Kurtzhals JAL. Behr C. Akamnori 
BD. * Increased levels of inflammatory mediators in children with severe 
Plasmodiumjalciparum malaria with respiratory distress. Journal of Infectious 
Diseases 2006.194: 1438-1446 
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MEETINGS/CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS 
Akanmori BD. 
1l1l17U1Ility and immwlopathology associated with acute malaria in A.ftican children. 
Lecture given at the Fifty-fifth Annual Meeting of American Socie ty for 
Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. Atlanta Georgia. USA. 
Jnununity and the development ojv accines against malaria. Plenary lecture given 
at the Federation of African Immunological Societies (FAIS) Meeting. Dakar 
Senegal. 
Characterization ojm alaria in pregnancy and identification ojm arkers ojp lacental 
infection with Plasmodium Jalcip'arum. 11 th Internationa l Congress of 
Parasitology. Glasgow Scotland (ICOPA XJ) 
BarnorJ.S. 
Miyano-Kurosaki N. Abumi Y. Ishikawa K. Yamamoto N. and Takaku H. 
Lentiviral-mediated delivery of combined HIV -1 decoy TAR and siRNAs as a 
single RNA that cleaves to inhibit HIV- l in transduced cells. Nucleoside 
Nucleotide and Nucleic Acids. 200524(5-7):431-434. 
Miyano-Kurosaki N. Yamaguchi K, Sakamoto A. Ishikawa K,Ya mamoto N. 
Osei-Kwasi M. Ofori-Adjei D. and Takaku H. The middle to 3 'end of the HIV-
I vif gene sequence is important for vif biological activity and could be used 
for antisense oligonucleotide targets. Nucleoside Nocleotides and Nucleic 
ACids. 200524: 1745-61. 
Miyano-Kurosaki N. Abumi Y. Hroaki S. Yamaguchi K, Sakamoto A. Ishikawa 
K. Yamamoto N. and Takaku H. A novel second-generation anti-HIV shRNAs 
expressing vif and decoy TAR arrested the virus-break through phenomenon 
associated with siRNA-escape variants. Gene Therapy. 2006. (Submitted) 
Second-generation anti-HIV- l shRNAs: A paradigm of enhanced HIV gene 
therapeutic molecules. Review Article : Research Signpost 2006. (In Press) . 
Chapter 3 oj RNAi Therapeutisc; 
Bamor JS. Second-generation anti-HIV- l shRNAs: A paradigm of enhanced 
HIV gene therapeutic molecules. Trans-world Research Network. ISBN: 81-
7895-245-92006 (In Press). 
Ayi Irene. Nobuaki Akao. Kwabena Mante Bosompem. Stephen K. Akafo. 
James Clarke. Lydia Nyador. Kwesi A. Apea-Kubi. and Koichiro Fujita. 2005. 
Development of membrane-based tests for the detection of urinary antigens 
and antibodies in human toxoplasmosis: preliminary studies in Ghanaian 
patients. Acta Tropica. 2005; 93: 151-159. 
Agbodaze D. Nmai PNA. Robertson Fe. Yeboah-Manu D. Owusu-Darko K, 
Addo KK. Microbial quality of "khebab" consumed in the Accra Metropolis 
Ghana Medical Jouma12005;39(2) :46-49 
Hilty M .. Yeboah-Manu D .. Boakye D . . Mensah-Quainoo E. Rondini S. 
Schelling E. Ofori-Adjei D .. Portaels F .. Zinsstag J .. Pluschke G. Genetic 
Diversity in Mycobacterium ulcerans isolates from Ghana revealed by a nt'wly 
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identified locus containing a Variable Number of Tandem Repeats. J. Bacteriol 
2006; 188(4): 1462-5. • Contributed equally 
Dorothy Yeboah-Manu. Elisabetta Peduzzi. Ernestina Mensah-Quainoo . 
Adwoa Asante-Poku. David Ofori-Adjei. Gerd Pluschke. Claudia 
Dauberbenger. Systemic suppression of interferon-gamma responses in 
Buruli ulcer patients resolves after surgical excision of the lesions caused 
by the extracellular pathogen Mycobacterium ulcerans. J ~ukoc BioI 
2006;79(6): 1150-6. 
• Addo K. Dan-Dzide M. Yeboah-Manu D .. Owusu-Darko K .. Caulley P .. 
Minamikawa M. Bonsu F. Lienhardt C. Akpedonu P & Ofori-Adjei D. Improving 
laboratory diagnosis of tuberculosis in Ghana: the impact of a quality 
assurance system. IJTLD 2006; 10(7):812-817 
Addo K. Owusu-Darko K. Dan-Dzide M. Yeboah-Manu D. Ablordey A. Caulley 
P. Minamikawa M. Bonsu F. Lienhardt C. Akpedonu P & Ofori-Adjei D. 
Situational analysis of TB microscopy centres in Ghana. IJTLD 2006: 
10(8) :870-875 
D. Diaz. H Dobeli. D. Yeboah-Manu. E. Mensah-Quainoo. A. Friedlein. N. 
Soder. S. Rondini. T Bodmer. and G. Pluschke. Use of the immunodominant 
18kDa small heat shock protein as serological marker for exposure to M. 
u/cerWlS. Clinical vaccine Immuno12006: Epub 
CONFERENCE ATTENDED 
Annual Congress of the Swiss Society of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology. 
Systemic suppression of interferon-gamma responses in Buruli ulcer patients 
resolves after surgical excision of the lesions caused by the extracellular 
pathogen Mycobacterium ulcerans (poster). Ascona. Switzerland. November 
2-3.2005. 
Haase R.. Megnekou R.. Lundquist M.~ Ofori M.F .. Hviid L. and Staalsoe T. 
Plasmodiumfalciparum parasites expressing pregnancy-specific variant 
surface antigens adhere strongly to the choriocarcinoma cell line BeWo. 
Infect Immun 74: 3035-3038.2006 
Rindsjo E .. Hulthen Varli I. Ofori M.F .. Lundquist M. Holmlund U. 
Papadogiannakis N .. Scheynius A. Presence of IgE cells in human placenta 
is independent of malaria infection or chorioamnionitis. Clin Exp Immunol.; 
144: 204-211. 2006 
Addo J .. Amoah AG .. Koram K.A. The changing patterns of hypertension in 
Ghana: A study of four rural communities in the Ga District. Ethn Dis. 2006 
Autumn: 16(4):894-9. 
FryauffDJ. HanafiHA. KlenaJ.D .. Hoel D.F .. Appawu M. . RogersW. . Puplampu 
N. . Odoom S .. Kweku M .. Koram K.A.. Wilson M.D .. Raczniak G .. Boakye D. 
Short report: ITS-l DNA sequence confirmation of Leishmania major as a 
cause of cutaneous leishmaniasis from an outbreak focus in the Ho district. 
southeastern Ghana. AmJ Trop Med Hyg. 2006 Sep:75(3):502-4. 
• Ahorlu C.K.. Koram K.A.. Ahorlu C. de Savigny D .. Weiss M.G. Socio-cultural 
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detenninants of treatment delay for childhood malaria in southern Ghana. 
Trop Med lnt Health. 2006 Jul; II (7) : 1022-31. 
Ampofo W .. Torpey K. , Mukadi Y.D .. Koram K.A.. Nolan K. , Amenyah R.. Kaitoo 
E., Antwi P., Ofori-Adjei D .. Lamptey P. Normal CD4+ T lymphocyte levels in 
HIV seronegative individuals in the Manya/Yilo Krobo communities in the 
Eastern region of Ghana. VirallmmwlOl. 2006 Summer: 19(2) :260-6. 
Rogers W.O .. Atuguba F .. Oduro A.R.. Hodgson A .. Koram K.A. Clinical case 
definitions and malaria vaccine efficacy. J Inject Dis. 2006 Feb 1; 193(3):467-
73. Epub 2005 Dec 27. 
Ahorlu CK. Koram K.A. Ahorlu C. de Savigny D .. Weiss MG. Community 
concepts of malaria-related illness with and without convulsions in southern 
Ghana. MalarJ. 2005 Sep 27;4 :47 . 
Abuaku B.K. . Koram K.A. Binka F.N. Antimalarial prescribing practices: a 
challenge to malaria control in Ghana . Med Princ Pract. 2005 Sep-
Oct; 14(5):332-7. 
Koram K.A. Abuaku B., Duah N .. Quashie N. Comparative efficacy of 
antimalarial drugs including ACTs in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria 
among children under 5 years in Ghana. Acta Trop. 2005 Sep;95(3): 194-203. 
Abuaku BK. Koram KA. Binka FN. Antimalarial drug use a mong caregivers 
in Ghana. AJr Health Sci- 2004 Dec;4(3): 171-7. 
Cavanagh DR, Dodoo D. Hviid L. Kurtzhals JA. Theander TG. Akanmori BD. 
Polley S, Conway OJ. Koram KA. McBride JS. Antibodies to the N-terminal 
block 2 of Plasmodium falciparum merozoite surface protein I are associated 
with protection against clinical malaria. Inject Immun. 2004 Nov:72(ll) :6492-
502. 
Appawu M. Owusu-Agyei S . Dadzie S. Asoala V. Anto F. Koram KA. Rogers W. 
Nkrumah F. Hoffman SL. Fryauff OJ . Malaria transmission dynamics at a 
Site in northern Ghana proposed for testing malana vaccines . Trop Med Int 
Health. 2004 
Andrew A. Adjei. Henry B. Armah. Foster Gbagho. William K. Ampofo. Isaac 
K. E. Quaye. Ian F . A. Hesse and George Mensah. "Correlates of Hepatitis C 
virus infection among incarce rated Ghanaians: A national multicenter 
study". In print - Journal of Medical Microbiology 2006 
Newton S. Owusu Agyei S. Ampofo W. ZandohC. AdjuikM. AdjeiG. Tchum 
S. Filteau S. & Kirkwood B. -Vitamin A Supplementation Enhances Infants' 
Immune Responses to Hepatitis B But Does Not Affect Haemophilus Injluenzae 
type b vaccine". Journal of Nutrition - manuscript under review 2006. 
Huy TT. Ishikawa K, Ampofo W. Izumi T. Nakajima A. Ansah J Tetteh JO. 
NII-Trebi N. Aidoo S. Ofori-Adjei D. Sata T. Ushijima H& Abe K. 
"Characteristics of hepatitis B virus in Ghana: full length genome sequences 
indicate the endemicity of genotype E in West Africa". J.Med Virol 2006 
Feb;78(2): 178-84 
Ampofo W. Torpey K. Mukadi YD. Koram K. Amenyah R, Kaitoo E. Antwi P. 
Ofori-Adjei 0 & Lamptey P. "Normal CD4+T lymphocyte level in HIV 
seronegative individuals in the Manya/ Yilo Krobo communities in the 
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Eastern region of Ghana". Viral Immunol2006 19(2) :260-6 
Adjei AA. Armah HB. Gbagbo F. Ampofo WK. Quaye IK. Hesse IF & Mensa G. 
"Prevalence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Hepatitis B virus. Hepatitis 
C virus and Syphilis among prison inmates and officers at Nsawam and 
Accra. Ghana". J Med MicrobiDl2006 May; (Pt.5): 593-7 
"Preparedness and Response Plan for Avian and Human Pandemic Influenza 
in Ghana". Ministry of Interior. Accra. December. 2005 / revised February 
2006 (contributing author W. Ampofo). 
CONFERENCES /WORKSHOPS 
European CommissiDn Experts meeting: Lessons leamt from Health Sector 
Interoentions under the Health Thematic budget lines .Dakar. Senegal. (January 
2005) Ampofo W. Nkansah P. Brako-Hiapah L. Ofori-Adjei D. "Prevention of 
mother to child transmission of HIV in Ghana". 
Ghana AIDS CommissiDn: World AIDS Day Launch, Accra (November 2005). 
Ampofo W. "HIV / AIDS Research and Development in Ghana" 
3rd lAS Conference on HN Pathogenesis and Treatment. Rio de J anerio. Brazil 
(July. 2005). E. Delgado. W. Ampofo. K. Torpey. E. Ugly-Kwame. E. Vazquez 
de Parga. Y. Vega. Y. Mukadi. C. Nyark{). R. Asare. R. Amenyah. M. Munoz. 
R. Carmona. M. Sierra. G. Casado. M. Thomson & R. Najera. "High prevalence 
of HIV-l unique recombinant forms (URFs) in Ghana involving CRF02_AG. 
CRF06_cpxand CRF09_cpx". 
NMIMR. 5th Annual Research Meeting (October 2005). 
Dominic Edoh. Paul Ayayee. Justina Ansah. Sheila AIlotey2. Simeon Aidoo3 • 
Jacob Arthur-Quarm and William Ampofo. "Comparative diagnosis of 
Hepatitis C virus infection in potential blood donors in Accra. Ghana". 
Aiddo S. Adiku TK. Mingle JAA. Jensen KT. Ampofo WK. Addo K. Ofori-Adjei 
D and Theisen M. "Molecular Diagnosis and Characterization of Urogenital 
trachomatis infections in Accra. Ghana". 
Third African Regional Tephinet Scientific Conference. Accra. (Dec('mber 
2005). Laar AK. Ampofo WK. Tuakli-Ghartey JM. Kuranchie P. Senah KA. 
Owusu WB. Mann VP. and Quakyi lAo 2005. "The Influence ofHIV and Malaria 
Infection on the Nutritional Status of Pregnant Women in the Manya Krobo 
District and Tema Municipality". 
• University of Bamako. Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy: Inaugural 
Scientific Symposium. HIV and TB research center (SEREFO) Bamako. Mali. 
(March 2006). W. Ampofo. "An overview of HIV research in Ghana". 
University of Ghana Medical School. 3,d Annual Scientific Conference. Accra 
(May 2006) . "A Comparison of Two Methods for the Estimation ofT lymphocyte 
CD4 cell counts in HIV patients in Ghana". William Ampofo. Steven Addo. 
Kwasi Torpey. Y. D. Mukadi. Nicholas Nii-Trebii. Margaret Lartey. Richard 
Amenyah. Nii Akwei Addo. Ekow Kaitoo. David Ofori-Adjei and Phyllis Antwi. 
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"Medical investigations in support of a Microbicide study for prevention of 
HIV transmission". W. Ampofo. S.Ayisi Addo. K. Odame-Labi, S. Amoah. P. 
Otchere-Darko. A. Oddoye. M. Odoom. A.- Aidam. H. Gordon. J. Abaloo. L. 
Saylor. A. Troxler. . K. Koram. D. Ofori-Adjei and ' L. Peterson 
XVI International AIDS Conference.Toronto. Canada. August 2006 . 
"Characterization of near full-length genomes of subtype A3 AND A3/ 
CRF02_AG recombinants in Ghana". E . Delgado. W. Ampofo. K. Torpey. E. 
Ugly-Kwame. E. Vazquez de Parga. Y. Vega. Y. Mukadi. C. Nyarko. R. Asare. 
R. Amenyah. M. Munoz. R Cannona. M. Sierra. G. Casado. M. Thomson & 
R. Najera. 
"Characteris tics of patients failing antiretroviral treatment in Ghana" R. 
Amenyah. H. Nagai. K. Torpey. Y. Rahman. D. Aryee.YD Mukadi. M. Lartey. 
C. Dawson Amoah. B. Obeng. J. Oliver-Commey. P. Nortey. NA Addo and W. 
Ampofo .. . 
Ghana NOS Commission: Development of National HIV / AIDS Research 
Agenda Workshop. Aburi. Ghana. (August. 2006). Ampofo W. "NMIMR HIV / 
AIDS research". 
The 2nd Africa Nutrition Epidemiology Conference. Accra. (August 2006) 
Laar AK. Ampofo WK. Tuakli-Ghartey JM. Kuranchi P. Senah K. Owusu WB. 
Valerie PM. Quakyi IA and Amenyah RN. "Detenninants of Anemia and Low 
Quality of Life in Hiv-Infected Pregnant Women in the Manya Krobo District 
and Tema Municipality. Ghana". 
6th Annual Research Meeting. NMIMR. Legon. October 2006. 
Ampofo W. Opoku Baafour K. "Randomized Controlled Trial of Savvy and 
HIV in Ghana". 
William Ampofo . Olivet Obeng. Mawutor Blesse. Edward Antwi. Ernest Addai. 
Nicholas Nii-Trebii & Dominic Edoh. "An investigation of Hepatitis C virus 
infection in pregnant women in Accra" . 
Collins K. Ahorlu. Kwadwo A. Koram. Cynthia Ahorlu . Don de Savigny and 
Mitchell Weiss (2006) . Sociocultural detenninants of treatment delay for 
childhood malaria in southern Ghana. Tropical Medicine and International 
Health 11: 1022 - 1031 
Collins S.K. Ahorlu (2006). To buy or not to buy? Communities and bed nets 
in rural Ghana. Id21 insights health I 9 August 2006: 3 
Collins K. Ahorlu. Kwadwo A. Koram. Cynthia Ahorlu . Don de Savigny and 
Mitchell G. Weiss (2005) . Community concepts of malaria-related illness 
with and without convulsions in southern Ghana . Mularia.:JournaI4: 47 
Addo. K . K .• Owusu-Darko. K.. Dan-Dzide. M .. Yeboah-Manu. D .. Caulley. P .. 
Minamikawa. M .. Bonsu. F .. Leinhardt. C .. Akpedonu. P .. Ofori-Adjei. D. (2006): 
Situation analysis ofTB microscopy centres in Ghana. International Journal 
of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease 10 (8) : 870-875. 
Addo. K. K .• Dan-Dzide. M .. Yeboah-Manu. D .. Owusu-Darko. K.. Caulley. P .. 
.Minamikawa. M .. Bonsu. F:. Leinhardt. C .. Akpedonu. P .. Ofori-Adjei. D. (2006) : 
Improving laboratory diagnosis of TB in Ghana: the impact of a quality 
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assurance system. International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease 
10(7): 812-817. 
Newman M. J .. Addo. K. K .. Aboagye. S .. Bonsu F. A.. Caulley. P .. Hesse. I. F. 
A .. Neequaye. A. R.. Kudzawu. S. (2006): Culture and sensitivity of 
mycobacterial isolates from pulmonary tuberculosis cases classified as 
treatment failures in a teaching hospital. West African Journal of Medicine 
in press. 
Nyarko. A.K .. Asiedu-Gyekye. I.J. Safety testing. InA Manualfor Assessing 
the Safety. Efficacy and Quality ofP lant Medicines. Chapter 1 ISBN 9988-8283-
3-0 Printed by Yamens Press. Limited. Accra. Ghana. West Africa. © 2005 
Ministry of Health (GNDP) Ghana. 
Nyarko. A.K. (2005) Guide to the Use of Orthodox medicines and Traditional 
Herbs. Ga Presbytery Convention Publication. 
Lin L. Shi Q. Nyarko.A.K. . Bastow KF. Wu CC. Su CY. Shih CC. Lee KH (2006) 
Antitumor agents. 250. Design and synthesis of new curcumin analogues 
as potential anti-prostate cancer agents. J Med Chern. 49(13):3963-72. 
Nyarko.A.K. (2006) Medicinal Uses of Cocoa A Publication of the Ghana 
Science Association on the 24th Biennial Conference 1st-4th August. 2005. 
Theme: "Maximizing the benefits of the Cocoa Tree" 
Professor Nyarko attended the following Conferences/workshops 
First COCBOD Conference for Promotion of Local Consumption of Cocoa 
Products and 24th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Science 
Association. August 1-4. 2005 Erata Hotel-GIMPA and a presentation 
titled: Medicinal Uses of Cocoa 
National Workshop for Practitioners of Traditional Medicine organized 
by the National Forum on Harnessing Research. Science and 
Technology. January 25-26 2006 at NMIMR. Legon. He presented a 
paper titled: Scientific Methods in Traditional Medicine 
Second Scientific Conference of the Western Africa Network of Natural 
Products Research Scientists. Held in August 2006 at Elmina Beach 
Resort. 
Workshop on Management for African Malaria Research Leaders. 
September 11-15. 2006. Beachcomber Hotel. Dar es salamm. Tanzania 
CONFERENCES~ORKSHOPSATTENDED 
User Training Workshop on MGIT 960 - an improved TB Culture and 
Sensitivity Equipment organized by the Becton Dickinson Limited. a leading 
global medical technology company from 23rd to 30th July 2006. 
Johannesburg. South Africa. 
Fourth Meeting of the Stop TB Partnership's Subgroup on Public-Private Mix 
for TB DOTS Expansion Nairobi. Kenya. 11 th - 15th Septef!1ber 2006. 
37th Union World Conference on Lung Health organized by the International 
Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Health (IUALTD). Paris. France. October 
31 - November 4. 2006 
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HADIS M. WILSON MD. COBBLAH M & BOAKYE DA (2005) Cytotaxonomic 
description of Simuliwn kaffaense. a new member of the S. damnoswn complex 
(Diptera: Simuliidae) from south-western Ethiopia . . Annals oiTropical Medicine 
and Parasitology. 99(3). 267-291 . 
WILSON MD. AKPABEY FJ. OSEI-AlWENEBOANA MY. BOAKYE DA, OCRAN 
M. D. C. KURTAK DC. CHEKE RA. MENSAH GE.BIRKHOLD D & CIBULSKY R 
(2005) Field and laboratory studies on water conditions affecting the potency 
of VectoBac® (Bacillus thuringiensis serotype H-14) against larvae of the 
blackfly. Simuliwn damnosum. Medical and Veterinary Entomology. 19.404-
412 
OKOYE PN. WILSON MD. BOAKYE.DA & BROWN CA (2005) Impact of the 
'Okyereko irrigation project In Ghana on the risk of human malaria infection 
by Anopheles species (Diptera: CuliCidae). African Entomology. 13(2).249-253 
KLINKENBERG E. McCALL PJ. HASTINGS 1M. WILSON MD. AMERASINGHE 
FP & DONNELLY MJ (2005) Malaria and irrigated crops. Accra. Ghana. 
Emerging Irifectious Diseases. 11. 1290 - 1293 
KLINKENBERG E. McCALL PJ. WILSON MD. AKOTO AO. AMERASINGHE FP. 
BATES I. VERHOEFF FH. BARNISH G & DONNELLY MJ (2005) Urban malaria 
in sub-Saharan Africa: heterogeneities in malaria prevalence in two cities 
in Ghana Tropical Medicine and International Health. 11(5). 78 - 88 
CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS ATTENDED 
Global Parasite Control Initiative Training Workshop. Tokyo. Japan Feb -
March 7 . 2005 
Third International Course on School-Based Parasite Control. Nairobi. Kenya 
Organised by Eastern and Southern African Centre of International Parasite 
Control (ESACIPAC) March 16 -19. 2005 
~ Genomic Epidemiology Network Meeting for meeting the Grand Challenges 
(MalariaGEN) St Catherine's College. Oxford. UK July 3 - 6. 2005 
• Annual General Meeting of the Ghana Society of Private Medical and Dental 
Practitioners. Accra Ghana. Invited Speaker .Topic: The Challenge of Malaria: 
Laboratory diagnosis of malaria August 4 - 6 2005 
Partnership for Enhancing Human Research Protection II Meeting. Durban. 
South Africa. Organized by NIH/NWD and Public ResponSibility in Medicine 
and Research (PRlM&R). USA and University of Kwazulu Natal. South Africa 
Sept 29 - Oct. 2. 2005 
Research Ethics Committee Administrator Course 101. Organized by NIH/ 
NWD and Public Responsibility in Medicine and Research (PRlM&R). USA 
and University of Kwazulu Natal. South Africa. Durban. South Africa October 
3-4.2005 
WHO SesSion for Developinent of Guidelines for Integration of Helminthes 
Control Programmes Involving Large Scale Chemotherapy. Lusaka. Zambia 
January 14 - 20.2006 - Resource person 
High Level Ministerial Meeting on Health Research. in Africa. Abuja. Nigeria 
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March 8 - 10. 2006 -Rapporteur 
High Level Ministerial Meeting on Health Research for Disease Control and 
Development. Accra. Ghana 15th - 17th June 2006 - Rapporteur 
Below are 2 publications for the VC's report. 
• David j. Fryauff. Hanafi a. Hanafi. John D. Klena. David F. Hoe!. Maxwell 
Appawu. William Rogers. Naiki Puplampu. Shirley Odoom. Margaret Kweku. 
Kwadwo Koram. Michael D. Wilson. Gregory Raczniak. and Daniel Boakye 
(2006). Short report: ITS-l DNA S\sequence confirmation of Leishmania l7lC!ior 
as a cause of cutaneous leishmaniasis from an outbreak focus in the Ho 
District. Southeastern Ghana. Am J. Trop. Med. Hyg .. 75(3), 2006. 502-504 
Aiah A. Gbakima. Maxwell A. Appawu. Samuel Dadzie. Collins Karikari. 
Samuel O. Sackey. Aba baffoe-Wilmot. Johnny Gyapong and Alan L. Scott 
(2005). Lymphatic filariasis in Ghana: establishing the potential for an urban 
cycle of transmission. Tropical Medicine and International Health. 10(4) 387-
392 
Professor D. A. Boakye 
PUBLICATIONS 
A. Schwab. D. Boakye. D. Kyelem. R. Prichard. (2005). Drug-resistance 
associated SNPS in W.bancrojti: Detection of benzimidazole-resistance 
associated mutations in the filarial nematode Wuchereria bancrofti and 
evidence for selection by albendazole and ivermectin combination treatment. 
American Journal ojTropical Medicine and Hygiene. 73(2) :234-238 
M. Yazdanbakhsh and D. Boakye (2005). Parasitic infection. good or bad for 
the hygiene hypothesis? Allergy and Clinical Immunology International: Journal 
oj the World Allergy Organization. 17. (6). 237-242 
M. D. Wilson , F. J. Akpabey. M. Y. Osei-Atweneboana. D. A. Boakye. M. 
Ocran. D. C. Kurtak. R. A. Cheke. G. E. Mensah. D. Birkhold and R. Cibulsky 
(2005). Field and laboratory studies on water conditions affecting the potency 
of VectoBac_ (Bacillus thuringiensis serotype H-14) against larvae of the 
blackfly. Simulium damnosum. Medical and Veterinary Entomology. 19. 404-
412 
P.N. Okoye. M.D. Wilson. D.A. Boakye and C.A. Brown. (2005). Impact of the 
Okyereko irrigation project in Ghana on the risk of human malaria infection 
by Anopheles species (Diptera: CuliCidae). African Entomology. 13 (2), 249-
253 
• M. Hadis. M.D. Wilson. M. Cobblah and D.A. Boakye. (2005) Cytotaxonomic 
description of Simulium ka1faense. a new member of the S. damnosum complex 
(Diptera: Simuliidae) from south-western Ethiopia. Annals ojTropical Medicine 
and Parasitology. 99(3):267-291. 
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D.A. Boakye, M.D. Wilson and M. Kweku. (2005). A review of leishmanIasis 
in West Africa. Ghana Medical Journal 39. (3) 94-97. 
Hogewoning A.A. DUiJvestein M .. Boakye D .. Amoah A.S .. Obeng B.B .. van 
der Raaij -Helmer E .M.H .. Staats C.C.G .. Bouwes Bavinck J .N .. Yazdanbakhsh 
M .. LaVriJsen A.P.M. (2006) . Prevalence of symptomatic tinea capitis and 
associated causative organisms !n the Greater Accra Region. Ghana. British 
JournaloJDermatology. 154.784-786 
D. J. Fryauff. H. A. Hanafi. J. D. Klena . D. F. Hoel. M. Appawu. W. Rogers. N. 
Puplampu. S. Odoom. M. Kweku. K. Koram. M. D. Wilson. G. Raczniak and D. 
Bouye. (2006) . ITS -1 DNA sequence confirmation of Leishmania major as a 
cause of cutaneous leishmaniasis from an outbreak focus in the Ho District. 
southeastern Ghana. American Joumal oJ Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 75 . 
502 - 504 
MEETINGS 
54th meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 
Washington DC. USA. December, 2005 
Seminar on Parasite Control Administration for Senior Officers II. JICA-
TOKYO. 15 January - 11 February 2006 
• 1st Meeting on the Global View of Allergy (GLOFAL): Opportunities to study 
the influence of microbial exposure . Jakarta. IndoneSia. 11 - 17 February. 
2006 
WHO Annual Meeting on Buruli Ulcer. Geneva. Switzerland. 15 - 17 March 
2006-12-17 
JRS Biodiversity Foundation Meeting and the DNA Barcoding meeting. Cape 
Town. South Africa. 7 - 12 April. 2006. 
Participation au Conseil Pedagogique et Technique du MIE. Cotonou. Benin. 
24 - 27 June. 2006 
Journees Scientifiques sur la Filariose Lymphatique, 2nd Edition .Bamako. 
Mali . 27 July. 2006 
GLOFAL workshop: In vivo diagnosis of food allergy. Hospital Clinic0 San 
Carlos. Madrid. Spain. 9th-II th October 2006 
36th Meeting of the Mectizan Expert Committee/ Albendazole Coordination. 
Atlanta Georgia. USA. 31 October - 2 November. 2006 
1st Meeting on the "Innate immune responses and immunoregulation in 
schistosomiasis" Leiden. The Netherlands. 6 - 7 November. 2006 
• European Union Conference on "Neglected Infectious Diseases" Brussels. 
Belgium. 8 - 9 November. 2006 
55th meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. 
Atlanta. Georgia. USA. 12 - 17 November. 2006 
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SCHOOL OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES 
OVERVIEW 
The School of Allied Health Sciences. a constituent School of the College of Health 
Sciences. runs diploma. degree and graduate programmes in the allied health 
professions. The School was established on the initiative of the Ministry of Health 
to train Allied Health Professionals locally. and to address the huge shortage that 
prevails in these allied Health professions. The objective therefore. is to produce 
professionals who will demonstrate a high level of competence in the practice of 
their speciality in health care delivery. 
A six storey mUltipurpose complex for the administration and various Departments. 
Laboratories and other facilities for the School is being put up at Legon. The 
ground floor is nearly completed but work has stalled due to financing problems. 
In view of the enonnous challenges. particularly availability of space. the School 
did not introduce any new programmes but undertook a review of existing 
programmes and proposed amendments to improve clinical experience. which 
were accepted by Academic Board. Approval was obtained to start during the year 
to start Diploma and degree programmes in Anatomic Pathology Technology in 
the next academic year. A new graduate programme MPhii in Audiology is being 
planned for the 2007/2008 academic year. 
The Ministry of Health requested the School to absorb its Diploma programmes 
in Medical Laboratory Technology and Radiologic Technology. The request was 
accepted by the Executive Committee and Board of the College of Health Sciences 
and approved by Academic Board. New curricula and regulations produced for the 
two programmes and their implementation were also approved. 
SUMMARY OF STUDENT NUMBERS 
Level 200 88 
Level 300 75 
Level 400 55 
MSc. 19 
MPhil. 6 
Total 243 
396 
STAFFING POSITIONS 
Department Gender Senior Senior Junior Total 
Members Staff Staff 
Dean's office M 2 2 4 
F 2 
Academic/ M 2 
Administration F 2 
Audit / M 1 2 
Accounts F 1 
Security M 4 4 
F 
Drivers M 3 3 
F 
Department "of M 2 2 
Physiotherapy F 
Department of M 6 1 7 
Med . Lab. Sci F 2 2 
Department of M 2 2 
Radiography F 1 
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VISITATIONS 
The School received the following visitors : 
Drs. Andrew Haig and Tony Chiodo from Department of Physical Medicine and 
Rehabilitation, University of Michigan Health System 
Dr. Melissa Jugo Tinney, Chief Resident. Department of Physical Medicine and 
Rehabilitation, University of Michigan Health System, undertook her research 
project in the Department of Physiotherapy and gave two lectures to physiotherapy 
students. 
BENEFACTORS 
No Institution Activity 
1 Ministry of Health Institutional Support 
2 Human Diagnostica Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
3 Quest Healthcare Limited Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
4 Susan Carter Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
5 Dr. V. K. Hewlett Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
6 Mr. E. K. Nani Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
7 Ghana Society of Radiographers Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
8 Mr. H. Ibrahim . Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
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9 President of Ghana Association of 
Physiotherapists Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
10 Benco Hoxpitex Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
11 Universal Hospital Group Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
12 Cascada Enterprise Limited Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
13 Ghana Association of Physiotherapists Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
14 Dr.E.E.Kaufmann Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
15 Nntraco Trading Enterprise Sponsorship of Student Pmes 
16 Officer in Command-37 Military 
Hospital, Physiotherapy Department Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
17 MES Equipment Limited Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
18 Datmac Laboratory Services Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
19 Fairline Imex Limited Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
20 Labhouse Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
21 Nimarka Modem Medicals Limited Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
22 Lynch Medical Services Sponsorship of Student Prizes 
23 Ghana Education Trust Fund (GET fund) Laboratory Equipment, 
Computers. Construction of 
School Complex 
DEPARTMENTS OF DIETETICS 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Dietetics runs its programme in collaboration with the 
Department of Nutrition and Food Science. Faculty of Science. The first semester 
courses are taught entirely in the Nutrition and Food Science and the rest of the 
programme in SAHS at Korle Bu. 
The first batch of students admitted completed their MSc programme. A total 
review of the programme was undertaken and suggestions were made for 
lengthening the semester and merging some courses to create more time for 
clinical placements. 
COURSES OFFERED 
MSc/MPhil 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
A total of 19 students 
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ACADEMICYEAR POSTGRADUATE 
Year 1 Year 2 
Male 4 5 
Female 4 6 
Total 8 11 
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES 
OVERVIEW 
The Department is actively involved in the training of laboratory scientists and 
technologists and prepares students for their clinical rotations and internships. 
The Department has the capacity to undertake its three main activities; teaching 
of undergraduate students. research into relevant clinical and health issues and 
the provision of diagnostic services. All three areas are showing significant 
improvement. . 
Currently our undergraduate programme in the various disciplines forms the 
bedrock of accurate clinical diagnosis. Departmental research and supervision 
of students' research work has improved considerably. The Department will soon 
offer service as a way of promoting our teaching and research in the department. 
During the year under review. our academic load was quite heavy. our student 
. intake increased considerably and students from the School of Medical Laboratory 
Technology (SML11. formerly run by the Ministry of Health. were officially absorbed 
by the School/Department. The Department howeverawas not overwhelmed by 
the increase in students' numbers due to the willingness and commitment of 
the school. our faculty and other faculty members from our sister institution to 
the task of training allied health professionals. 
The Department is in the process of developing a postgraduate programme in 
line with the strategic plan of the school and the College of Health Sciences. With 
the provision of the required facilities and conditions the Department will be in 
the forefront in the development of good laboratory training. services and practice 
in the country and in the West African Sub-region. 
COURSES OFFERED 
BSc. Medical Laboratory Sciences 
Diploma. Medical Laboratory Sciences 
399 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
ACADEMICYEAR DIPLOMA UNDERGRADUATE 
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Top Up Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 
Male 36 26 19 49 37 22 19 
Female 11 5 11 15 10 7 5 
Total 47 31 30 64 47 29 24 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Dr. P. F . Ayeh-Kumi Senior Lecturer/Head of department 
Mr. Isaac Anim-Baidoo Lecturer 
Mr. John K. Domeh Lecturer 
Mr. Henry Asmah Lecturer 
Mr. S. A. Mahmood Lecturer 
Senior staff/junior staff 
Mr. E. Quanah 
Miss Dinah Nkansah 
Miss Yvonne Anang 
RESEARCH 
Inducible nitric oxide synthase 2 polymorphism and malaria severity in 
children 
• Intestinal paraSitic infections among children 
• Molecular epidemiology of Giardiasis in southern Ghana 
• Amoebiasis in Ghana 
• Parasitic infections among pregnant women in Ghana 
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 
OVERVIEW 
The University's approval in 2000 to establish the School paved the way for 
academic work to begin in the 2002/2003 academic year. 
The 2005/2006 academic year saw the first batch of locally trained BSc . 
Physiotherapy students graduating. Subsequently, twenty one (21) students also 
completed their three years academiC work and would be starting their one 
internship in the various health centres in the country in next year. 
The Department had two permanent staff and five part time clinical tutors for 
clinical training. Foundational science courses in levels 200 and 300 are taught 
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by staff from the Medical School and Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences. 
We are expecting the appointment of a Professor in the next year. It is hopeful 
that his arrival will contribute to the development of postgradua te programmes. 
That notwithstanding. the department has identified individu als who are being 
developed to augment the faculty. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Dr. T. K. Harnzat 
Mr. O. A. Olawale 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
ACADEMlCYEAR UNDERGRADUATE 
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 
Male 10 18 9 
Female 14 11 12 
Total 25 29 21 
COURSES 
BSc Physiotherapy 
DEPARTMENT OF RADIOGRAPHY 
OVERVIEW 
The Department of Radiography. under the School of Allied Health Sciences. begun 
running the B.Sc. diagnostic imaging programme in 2002 and is presently 
responsible for the training of both the diagnostic imaging and therapy radiography 
students at the undergraduate level. The MPhii programme in Medical Physics is 
also under the purview of Department. 
In March 2006. the diploma programme. which was run by the Ministry of Health. 
became integrated with the Department after the negotiations between the 
Ministry and the University of Ghana ended and the School of Allied Health 
Sciences took over the running of the programme. 
Two cohorts of the B.Sc. (Rad .J students have already passed with the first batch 
graduating in 2004/2005 academic year while the second batch will be graduating 
at the end of this academic year. A new full time lecturer was appOinted this year 
bringing the number of full time lecturers to three. The first batch of Medical 
Physicists is expected to finish their thesiS this year. 
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STAFFING 
Mr. L. Arthur 
Mrs. H. Duah 
Mr. W. K. Antwi 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Undergraduate: Presently there is a total of 148 students made up of 48 degree' 
and 100 diploma students. The breakdown is as follows: 
ACADEMlCYEAR DIPLOMA UNDERGRADUATE 
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Top Up Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 
Male 17 22 19 19 11 9 7 
Female 6 4 5 8 5 7 3 
Total 23 26 24 27 16 16 10 
ACADEMlCYEAR POSTGRADUATE 
Year 1 Year 2 
Male 
Female 6 
ToW 6 
COURSES 
MPhii. B.Sc. (Diagnostic imaging/Therapy) and Diploma 
Disciplinary Issues 
Students behaved quite well except one Therapy Radiography student who was 
made to defer his last semester in 2006. to 2007 due to late registration. 
PUBLICATIONS 
Wiredu. E.K. 
• Blankson A. Wiredu EK. Gyasi RK. Adjei A. Tettey Y. Sero-Prevalence of 
Hepatitis Band C Viruses in Cirrhosis of the Liver in Accra. Ghana. Ghana 
MedJ Dec. 2005; 132-7. 
ShiffC. Veltri R. NaplesJ. QuarteyJ. OtchereJ. Anyan W. MarlowC. Wiredu 
E. Adjei A. Brakohiapa E. Bosompem K. Ultrasound verification of bladder 
damage is associated with known biomarkers of bladder cancer in adults 
chronically infected with Schistosoma haematobium in Ghana. Trans R Soc 
Trop Med Hyg. Jan 2006 
Armah GE. Gallimore CI. Binka FN. Asmah RH. Green J. UUgoji U. Anto F. 
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Brown DW. GrayJJ. Characterisation ofnorovirus strains in rural Ghanaian 
children with acute diarrhoea. J Med Virol 2006; 78: 1480-5 
CONFERENCES/ SEMINARS/ EXTENSION SERVICES 
Wiredu. E.K. 
Continued to serve as the Chairman of the Faculty of Laboratory Medicine. West 
African College of Physicians (WACP) 
Examined at the Part I & II levels of the W ACP Examinations in Faculty of 
Laboratory Medicine 
Attended the following conferences/workshops: 
A.G.S.M. of the Ghana Chapter of West African College of Physicians 
• 29th A.G.S.M. of the West African College of Physicians. Freetown Sierra 
Leone: Rising Incidence of Malignancies in West Africa 
28th A.G.S.M. of the West African College of Physicians. Lagos. Nigeria: Health 
and the Environment 
• 5th International Conference of AORTIC. Dakar. Senegal: Cancer In Africa: 
A Call To Action 
Annual Scientific Conference. CHS. Accra 
2nd South Saharan African HPV Expert Panel Meeting. Cape Town South 
Africa 
British Division of the International Academy of Pathology Ninety-Fifth 
SCientific Meeting: Symposium on Intestinal Pathology 
Anim-Baidoo I. 
• Effective Teaching and Assessment. CHS (November 2005) 
Annual Scientific Conference. CHS (May 2006) 
Annual Scientific Conference. NMIMR (September 2006) 
Ayeh-Kumi P. F. 
Annual SCientific Conference. CHS (May 2006) 
National Delegates Congress. Association of Biomedical Scientist (May 2006) 
Curriculum Curriculum Review and Development, Busua (2006) 
DomehJ. K. 
Effective Teaching and Assessment. CHS (November 2005) 
Annual SCientific Conference. CIiS (May 2006) 
Study Trip to Taiwan (August - September 2006) 
Annual SCientific Conference. NMIMR (September 2006) 
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PUBLICATIONS 
• Armah GE. Gallimore CI, Binka FN. Asmah RH. Green J. Ugoji U. Anto F. 
Brown DW. GrayJJ. Characterisation ofnorovirus strains in rural Ghanaian 
children with acute diarrhoea. J Med Virol. 2006; 78. 1480-5. 
ABSTRACTS/POSTERS/PRESENTATIONS AT CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS 
Asmah. RH. Appawu. MA. Boakye DA. Bosompem KM. Wiredu EK. Wilson MD 
& Brown CA (2005) Molecular and Chromosomal Forms of Anopheles gambiae 
sensu stricto in Ghana: Relationship to Malaria Transmission Dynamics 
and Vector Control Strategies. A paper presented at the EMBO Workshop on 
Molecular Biology and Population Biology of Mosquitoes and Other Vectors. 
24th-31st July. Kolybamyari. Crete. Greece. 
Arrnah GE. Damaka S. Asmah RH. Binka FN. Anto F. Brown DW. Duncan 
Steele. The Burden oj Rotavirus associated diarrhoea disease among children 
less than 5 years oj age in Navorongo. Ghana. A poster presented at the Ninth 
Annual Coriference on Vaccine Research. May 8-10. Baltimore. Maryland USA. 
Abstract book pp 83. 
Hayford. AA. Boamah. I. Asmah RH. Sagoe. KWC. Mingle. JAA 
Cytomegalovirus antibody Index in HIV / AIDS patients with low and high 
CD4 counts. A paper presented at the Tnird Annual Scientific Conference of 
the University of Ghana Medical SchooI3,d5'h. 2006. M-Plaza Hotel, Accra on 
Research and Medical Practice. Abstract book pp 43. 
Ayeh-Kumi. PF. Mensah-Attipoe. I .. Sowah. AO. Asmah. RH. Buss S .. Lyerly. 
D. Petri Jr .. WA. Amoebic Infections among out-patients visiting the Central 
Laboratory. Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra. A paper presented at the Third 
Annual Scientific Conference of the University of Ghana Medical School 3,d 
5'''. 2006. M-Plaza Hotel, Accra on Research and Medical Practice. Abstract 
bookpp50. 
R.H. Asmah. K.M. Bosompem. E.K. Wiredu. A.K. Nyarko. Y. Yanagimoto. C. 
Ichikawa. D. Lee. H. Suzuki. Detection Of Oxidative DNA Damage In 
Trypanosome Congolense By Comet Assay: Implications For Herbal Medicine 
Genotoxicity Testing. A paper presented at the sixth annual research meeting 
ojNMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp25. 
Amoako-Sakyi. D .. Asmah R.H .• Kusi. K. A .. Edoh. D .. Akanmori. B.D .. Troye-
Blomberg. M .. Dodoo. D .. Gyan. B. Fe" receptor lIA polymorphism and malaria 
severity in Ghanaian children. A poster presented at the sixth annual research 
meeting ojNMIMR. 2006. Abstract book pp 49. 
Amoako-Sakyi. D .• Asmah R.H .• Kusi. K. A.. Edoh. D .. Akanmori. B.D .. Troye-
Blomberg. M .. Dodoo. D .. Gyan. B .. 2006. Increased risk of cerebral malaria 
in Ghanaian children is associated with polymorphisms in the interleukin 
4 (IL-4) and STA T 6 genes. A paper presented at the sixth annual research meeting 
ojNMIMR 2006. A.)stract book pp14. 
D .. Amoako-Sakyi. R.H .• Asmah. K.A.. Kusi, A.C .. Brown. M.F .. Ofori. D .. Edoh. 
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B.D .. Akanmori. M .. Troye-Blomberg. D .. Dodoo. B .. Gyan. 2006. Regulatory 
Cytokines and Associated Gene Polymorphisms in Severe Malaria. A paper 
presented at the Eleventh International Coriference of Parasitology. Glasgow. 
Scotland. 
Seth A. Attoh. Edwin K. Wiredu. Richard H. Asmah. Andrew A. Adjei. Charles 
A. Brown. Richard K. Gyasi, Yao Tettey Cervical Carcinomas in Ghanaian 
Women: Histologic Diagnosis and Genotyping Human Papillomaviruses By 
Nested Multiplex PCR. A paper presented at the sixth annual research meeting 
ofNMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp.37. 
Y.B .. Amoah. D .. Amoako-Sakyi. B .. Gyan. C.A .. Brown. S .. Amankwah. A.A.. 
Adjei. R.H Asmah, Genetic Analysis of Interleukin 4 Receptor Gene And 
Plasmodium Falciparum Malaria. A poster presented at the sixth annual research 
meeting ofNMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp 45. 
SK. Yeboah. RH, Asmah. S. Damanka. BL. Lartey .JP. Adjimani. GE. Armah 
Isolation And Partial Characterization of Foodborne Noroviruses In Shrimps 
Landed At Chorkor Beach. Accra. A poster presented at the sixth annual research 
meeting of NMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp43. 
A.S .. Obeng. R.H., Asmah, G. Kwakye-Nuako. P.F. Ayeh-Kumi Parasitc 
Pathogens Associated With Leafy and Tuber Vegetables Sold In Three Major 
Markets in Accra A poster presented at the sixth annual research meeting of 
NMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp 14. 
F.S.g .. Dzakpasu D .. Amoako-Sakyi. B .. Gyan. C.A .. Brown. S .. Amankwah. 
A.A .. Adjei. R.H., Asmah, Single Nucleotide Polymorphism In the Interleukin-
4 Gene And Pathogenesis Of Severe Malaria A poster presented at the sixth 
annual research meeting ofNMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp 52. 
Ayi I. Boateng. NA. Akao. N. Sagoe. K. Asmah, RH, Ayeh-Kumi. P. 
Seroprevalence of Amoebiasis as an opportunistic infection in HIV / AIDS 
patients. A paper presented at the sixth annual research meeting of NMIMR 
2006. Abstract book pp33. 
Armah GE. Gallimore CI. Binka FN. Asmah RH. Green J. Ugoji U. Anto F. 
Brown DW. Gray JJ. Charaderisation of norovirus strains isolated from 
children with diarrhoea in Northern Ghana. A paper presented at the sLxth 
annual research meeting of NMIMR 2006. Abstract book pp 35. 
Dongdem. J. Asmah, RH, Damaka. S. AdJimani. J. Armah GE. Detection and 
characterization of viruses associated with diarrhoea in tap water by the 
Multiplex reverse transcription semi-nested PCR. A paper presented at the 
sixth annual research meeting of NMIMR. Abstract book pp 36. 
Asmah. RH, Brown. CA. Appawu. MA. Boakye. DA. Wiredu EK& Wilson. MD 
Molecular Forms of Anopheles gambiae sensu stricto in Northern and Southern 
Ghana: Relationship to Malaria Transmission Dynamics. A poster presented 
55th Annual Research Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine 
and Hygiene. Nov 12-16. Atlanta. Georgia. USA. 
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CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS 
Attended the Second International Meeting of the European Molecular Biology 
Organization Workshop on "Molecular and Population Biology Of Mosquitoes 
And Other Disease Vectors", 24th-31stJuly 2005, Kolyrnbari, Crete, Greece. 
• Attended a WHO Workshop on Vector Functional Genomics, Malaria Research 
Training Center, Bamako, Mali, Oct 26-Nov 10, 2005. 
• Third Annual Scientific Coriference of the University of Ghana Medical 
SchooI3rd-5th, 2006. M-Plaza Hotel, Accra on Research and Medical Practice. 
Sixth Annual Research Meeting of the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical 
Research, 19th - 21st September, Noguchi Conference Centre, Legon, Accra 
on Bridging the Research-Policy Divide: The Role of Research in Health Care 
Delivery. 
• 55th Annual Research Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine 
and Hygiene, Nov 12-16, Atlanta, Georgia, USA. 
SCHOOL OF NURSING 
OVERVIEW 
The School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences successfully completed its 
second academic year as a School under the College of Health Sciences. 
The shortage of lecturers remains a challenging situation, especially with the 
increasing student numbers and two graduate programmes. Two Visiting Professors 
from University of Alberta visited to assist with graduate work in the School. 
The School won a Teaching and Learning Innovative Fund [[ALIF) under the 
National Council For Tertiary Education (NCTE) for its research on: "Pilot Project 
on Palliative Carefor HIV/AIDS Patients". 
Ms. Ernestina Donkor reported on the 8 th of May 2006 after a Ph. D course at 
King's College London, UK. 
COURSES 
The School offered courses at B.A./B.Sc .. MSc. and MPhillevels. The first batch 
of students was admitted to level 100 for the new BSc Nursing Programme. The 
Master of SCience (MSc.) in Nursing programme. also started with 4 students. 
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STUDENT CATEGORY NUMBERS 
Undergraduates 
Level 100 63 
Level 200 162 
Level 300 132 
Level 400 140 
MSc 4 
MPhil 9 
STAFF POSITION 
The breakdown of staff at post was as follows 
Senior Members 
Senior Lecturers 2 
Lecturers 5 (One on study leave 
Senior Staff 17 (One on study leave) 
Junior Staff 10 (One on study leave) 
PUBLICATIONS DURING THE CURRENT SESSION 
Opare. M.A. 
• Ogilvie. L. Opare. M .. Allen M .. & Oware-Gyekye (2006). Laying the 
Foundation for Nursing Research in Ghana. Highlighting the impact of North-
South research collaboration among Canadian and Southern higher 
education partners. p 97-106. 
Opare. M. et al (2005) . Global Health and Equity. Part 1: Setting the Context . 
Canadian Nurse. 5(101) p 22-24 • 
Opare. M. et al (2005) Global Health and Equity. Part 2: Setting the 
Context. Canadian Nurse 
PAPER PRESENTED AT SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS 
August 2006. Growth and development of Nursing in Ghana 1945-1995. Tau 
Lambda of STIr Conference. Kwazulu University Durban 
July 2006. Evidence Practice in Nursing. Conference of the Chief Nursing 
Officer. 
April 2006. West African College of NurSing: 25 years of Existence. Silver 
Jubilee Celebration in Ghana. 
April 2006. Higher Education in Nursing In Ghana. University of Glamorgan. 
Wales. UK 
January 2006. Seminar on Palliative Care. Nairobi. Kenya 
November 2005. Monitoring and Evaluation Workshop. Kampala. Uganda 
August 2005. Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC). 
Ottawa 
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RESEARCH 
Opare M. 
Opare 1\1. Growth and Deve!opmment of Nursing in Ghana: Pre and Post 
Independence. (Historical Research for a Ph.D Dissertation in progress) 
Opare. M. & O' Brien. B. Understanding informed consent in qualitative 
research.On progress). 
Oware-Gyekye. F 
Oware-Gyekye. F (2006) Monitoring and Evaluating Performance ofOPD Services 
In: A Manual on Out-Patient Department. MOH/GHS National Health Learning 
Materials Center: HRDD. Kumasi. pp. 101-115. 
Ogilvie. L. Opare. M. Allen M. Oware-Gyekye. F. (June 2006) Laying the 
Foundation for NurSing Research in Ghana: In Highlighting the impacts of 
North-South research collaboration among Canadian and Southern higher 
education partners. Publishers: Associations of Universities and Colleges 
of Canada 2006. pp. 97 -116. 
Oware-Gyekye (2006) The role ofa  nurse in the care ofd iabetis mellitus patients. 
Journal of Ghanaian Nurse. Issue 1. 9-29. 
Donkor. E. S. 
Does the use of intrauterine contraceptive device as a method of contraception 
cause Irifertility in women? - Mini-review Accepted for publication: West African 
Journal of Nursing. 
Mwinituo-Nyaledzigbor. P.P. 
I\l\\inituo. P.P .. and Mill. J .. (2006) Stigma Associated with Ghanaian Caregivers 
ofA IDS Patients. Western Journal of Nursing Research. 28:4. June 2006. PP. 
369-382. Sage Publications. 
Mwinituo. P.P.(2006) OICI: A Heavenly Sent Blessing. Opportunity News. July 
2006. Pp. 11. A Newsletter of Opportunities Industrialization Centres (Ghana 
Programme). 
Mwinitllo. P.P.and Anarfi. J .K.(2005) The Experiences ofIriformal Caregivers in 
the Management of AIDS Patient in Accra. Ghana. Bulletin of the Ghana 
Geographical Association Journal, No. 24: Pp. 82; Media Design. Legon. 
Mwinituo. P.P. (2006) Factors InfluenCing the Choice ofN ursing as a ProfeSSion 
by Young Adults in Ghana. West African Journal of Nursing (In Press). 
SEMINARS/CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Oware-Gyekye. F. 
Africa Honor Society of Nursing. Durban. South Africa. 1 st -5th August. 
2006. A poster presentation. 
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RESEARCH ACTIVITIES 
Mwinituo-Nyaledzigbor. P.P. 
Ghanaian Women' Knowledge and Experiences of Menopause: A Study Among 
Madina Market Women. (In progress) . 
Donkor. E. S. 
The impact of perceived stigma and mediating social factors on infertility-
related stress. and coping strategies among women seeking infertility 
treatment in Southern Ghana. PhD thesis Kings College. London. 2001-2006 
SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH 
OVERVIEW 
The School of Public Health was established in 1994. in response to a growing 
demand for leadership in Public Health reforms in the country. It has 6 
departments and a Centre of Excellence. The School has developed and continues 
to develop innovative academic and research programmes to meet the 
reqUirements of a changing national. regional and global health agenda. 
In the year under review. the School of Public Health continued to work towards 
achieving of its major objectives of producing Public Health professionals capable 
of diagnosing community health problems and planning and organising effective 
solutions. The School also undertook various research activities as part of its 
mandate. 
ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES 
The School offered a Master of Public Health degree Programme. A Master of 
Science and Master of Philosophy In Health Informatics. Master of Philosophy in 
Public Health and Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health Programmes were also 
run. 
Enrolment and Student Composition 
Master of Public Health (MPH) Programme. 
The School admitted a total number of 35 students for the 2005/2006 
academic year. 
The 35 admitted were made up of :12 Physicians. 13 Graduate Nurses. 6 
Pilarmacists. 5 Social Scientists and I Researcher. There were 15 females 
a.nd 20 males. 
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Master of Science / Philosophy in Health Informatics 
Eight (8) students were admitted into the MSc/MPhii programme in February 
2006 
Master of Philosophy in Public Health 
Two (2) students were admitted into the MPhii programme in Public Health 
for the 2005/2006 academic year. 
Doctor of Philosophy in Public Health 
Four (4) students were also admitted into the PhD programme. 
SHORT COURSES 
The School runs short courses in response to specific needs of the ministry of 
Health and other agenCies. However. the regularly run short course of the School 
is the Social Mobilisation for Health and Development course which was first 
organised in the 1998/1999 academic year. Another short course was organised 
by the Department of Biological. Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences. 
This was the short course on Occupational Health and Safety. It was organised 
during the long vacation. 
The School intends upgrading all the short courses into MPhil. Programmes 
Short Course on Social Mobilisation for Health and Development 
This is a six (6) week Course run annually by the School. The year under review 
saw the eight in the series. having started in June 1999. The aim of the course 
is to improve the capacity of participants to respond effectively to the social needs 
of national developmental programmes. 
The Course was initiated by the School in collaboration with UNICEF who sponsored 
the maiden one. Since then. the course has been self-sustaining. It has trained 
people who have been provided with requ'isite skills in social mobilisation. Demand 
for the course has been rising yearly with the 2005 course having 36 partiCipants. 
Course. evaluations have indicated participants' appreciation for the course in 
terms of the course having an impact on their career development. Out of the 36 
partiCipants for the year under review. 19 were males and 17 were females. 
Majority ofthe participants were sponsored by UNICEF and the rest by WHO. CARE 
International. NAOMO. Community Water and Sanitation Agency. UNFPA and 
Ghana Health Service. 
SHORT COURSE ON OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY 
In view of the recent spate of occupational hazards and occupational accidents. 
the Department of Biological. Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences 
continues to run its short course in Occupational Health and Safety. This five 
day non residential course was started in June 2005 and the second course was 
run successfully with over 30 partiCipants last year. The main objective of the 
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training programme was to equip the participants with requisite skills and 
knowledge to reduce occupation-related morbidity and mortality. The subscription 
for the course has been very overwhelming over the past few years. 
STAFFING 
Permanent Academic Staff 
The number of permanent academic staff increased from 14 to 21 during the 
year under review. This was made possible through contacts with academically 
brilliant young MPhil and PhD holders. The heads of the various departments 
were tasked to also source grants through which academically brilliant candidates 
would be encouraged to further their education through enrolment in higher 
education either locally or internationally. . 
Breakdown of Academic Staff 
Full Professor 1 
Associate Professor - 2 
Senior Lecturer 4 
Lecturer 5 
Assistant Lecturer 5 
Research Fellow 4 
Total ~ 
Part Time Academic Staff 
The number of part time staff also increased from 72 to 95 in the year under 
review. Most of these part-time lecturers were drawn from relevant Schools, 
Institutes and Departments of the University of Ghana. Other experts from outside 
were drawn from GIMPA, Ghana Health Services, Ministry of Health, Ministry of 
Local Government. Rural Development and Environment. the National Population 
Council, Unilever Ghana Limited, Accra Metropolitan Assembly, Department of 
Community Water and Sanitation etc. 
These experts from outside the School teach in various fields including 
Biostatistics, Disease Control. Epidemiology, Maternal and Child Health, NutIition, 
Occupational Health, Social Sciences etc. The inputs of part-time Lecturers 
drawn from such wide spectrum of industries whose activities are relevant to 
public health bring a blend of skills to bear on the training offered under the MPH 
programme, the short course on SOCial Mobilisation for Health and Development 
as well as the training programme in Occupational Health and Safety. 
FIELD PRACTICE 
Freid sites and Field Team 
Field Practice continues to be a major component of the MPH programme. In the 
year under review, a total of fifteen field sites were functional throughout the 
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country. with the addition of a new site at Assin Fosu in the Central Region. 
Other field sites in Accra such as the Public Health Directorate and Kpone-On-
Sea were also used by students. In order to improve upon the coordination of field 
activities in the School. an eight-member field team headed by a field coordinator 
has been constituted. 
Supervisor's Orientation Workshop 
Under the theme "The role of research in promoting quality health in the 
household: Public Health practitioners as change agents", the annual three day 
Supervisor's Orientation Workshop took place on the 13th to 15th March 2006 in 
the Seminar Room of the Ghana Malaria Centre. The workshop brought together 
over 200 participants including the Deputy Provost of the College of Health 
Sciences. two Regional Directors of Health Services, 13 Field Supervisors or their 
representatives, 4 Directors of Health Research Centres, among others, and the 
faculty and students of the School. There were presentations on Supervision of 
student work and competencies to be acquired during the field practice. Students 
were made to present their proposals for critique by the faculty and field 
supervisors. There were also deliberations on the continued collaboration between 
the School and its field sites and a modification of the competencies needed to be 
acquired by the students for an effective public health practice. 
Other field related issues under discussion 
Review of number of log books to be submitted after field practice. 
Continued collaboration with other stakeholders and funding for student 
dissertations. 
• Creation of Centres of Excellence where special competencies where 
manpower and resources are available for students. 
3RD REGIONAL TEPHINET CONFERENCE 
During the year under review, the School planned to climax the year long lOth 
Anniversary with an International SCientific Conference which brought together 
other Schools of Public Health Without Walls and the alumni for presentation of 
papers as well as other stakeholders. A Planning Committee and Scientific 
Committee were put together to organise the Conference which took place from 
5th - 9th December 2005. 
The Training in Epidemiology and Public Health Interventions Network (TEPHINE11 
is an international NGO established in 1997. It has its headquarters in Atlanta, 
Georgia. The objective of the NETWORK is to strengthen international Public 
Health capacity through support to field-based training programmes in Applied 
Epidemiology and Public Health. The NETWORK collaborates with over 31 member 
programmes around the world. The four Public Health Schools Without Walls 
(PHSWOW) in Ghana, Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe are the African Regional 
Group of the TEPHINET. At the Scientific Meeting, Trainees and Faculty of these 
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Schools deliberated on the theme "Readiness for Health Emergencies". Guest 
lectures on selected topics on the various sub-themes and short papers from 
trainees were interspersed with three workshops on techniques for disease 
control. 
THE DEVELOPMENT OF SIX DEPARTMENTS 
The structure of the various Departments was developed as planned. The Heads 
of the Departments organised series of workshops and meetings to develop their 
curricula. The Department of Population. Family and Reproductive Health which 
had forwarded their structure and curriculum to the Academic Board had their 
programmes ratified accordingly. The rest of the Departments also completed the 
development of their structures and curricula and forwarded them'to the Academic 
Board where they were duly approved. 
DEPARTMENT OF BIOWGICAL. OCCUPATIONAL AND 
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCES 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
To ensure effective teaching and research. a number of faculty appointments 
and a Senior Research Assistant were made in the year under review. A research 
assistant was also appointed to promote research activities in the department. 
In addition. the department organised a number of retreats for the development 
of its curriculum with full participation of all full time and part-time faculty. In 
the 2005/2006 academic year. the department taught the following courses at 
the MPH and MPhil levels: Environmental Health (BEOH 602). Human Ecology 
(BEOH 603), Biological BasiS of Public Health (BEOH 605). Occupational Health 
(BEOH 612), Global Health Issues (BEOH 626) and Infection and Immunity (BEOH 
628). 
In order to expand on its teaching programmes. the department is currently 
developing two new courses in the areas of Infection and Immunity and Global 
Health Issues. Our international collaboration was enhanced through the visit of 
Dr Eleanor Hankins. a visiting scholar from the Department of Infectious Diseases. 
University of Washington. USA who spent 9 months in the department. 
Research Projects 
The modified protocol/objectives of the Kpone-On-Sea Project in the department 
was approved by the ethical review committee of Noguchi Memorial Institute for 
Medical Research and the World Health Organization resulting in the 
commencement of a case control study of malaria in children. 1\vo new additional 
research topics were investigated at the Kpone-On-Sea project site and these 
were: 
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• Adherence to the revised national anti-malaria drug policy for the treatment 
of uncomplicated malaria in Kpone-On-Sea. Tema by Kate Coleman-Sarfo. 
MPH resident 
Environmental factors impacting on malaria transmission at the Kpone-
On-Sea by Efua K. Yankah. MPH resident 
A new WHO /TDR funding has been secured to study genetic polymorphisrns and 
malaria disease severity in children in Southern Ghana and the project is 
currently in its preparatory phase. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Ag. Head of Department Dr. Mawuli Dzodzomenyo 
Unit Coordinators 
Biological Basis of Public Health Unit Professor Isabella A. Quakyi 
Ecological Unit Emeritus Professor E. Laing 
Occupational Health Unit Dr. A. B. Quainoo. 
Environmental Health Unit Mr. Henry Noye-Nortey 
Other Full Time Members 
Mrs. Judith K. Stephens Lecturer. School of Public Health 
Mr. U. S. Mckakpo Research Fellow. School of Public Health 
There are nineteen (19) part time lecturers in the department. 
DEPARTMENT OF BIOSTATISTICS 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
The major challenge facing the department is how to attract. recruit and retain 
qualified staff. The department has adopted the following strategy as its staff 
development policy: 
• Personal contacts 
• Sponsorship for brilliant and committed -students 
Fulbright Fellowship 
In the area of staff development, there has been negotiations with Johns Hopkins 
Institute. which has promised that if candidates who are interested in Sandwich 
programmes are identified. they would be sponsored to read MPhil and PhD 
programmes. The MPhil degree would be awarded by School of Public Health 
while the PhD degree would be awarded by Johns Hopkins. One lecturer was 
recruited to help strengthen staff capacity base. 
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During the year under review. the department taught the following MPH and 
MPhil courses: Biostatistics and Research Methods (BSTI 601), Advanced 
Biostatistics (BSTI 632), Statistical Computing and Modelling (BSTI 617), 
Research Methods. Ethics of Research and Clinical Trials in Developing Countries 
(BSTI 621) and Health Information System (BSTI 636). 
The department also managed to solicit funding from the Rockefeller Foundation 
for the running of the MSc/MPhii in Health Informatics programme. A team was 
therefore put together to develop curriculum for the programme. The Academic 
Boards of the College of Health Sciences and the Main University have granted 
approval for the programme to start in January 2006. It was advertised in the 
Daily Graphic and on the Internet. About 25 applications were received by the 
School from Ghanaians. and the programme began in earnest in February 2006. 
The Masters degree programme has two options: 
Option 1 18 months MSc in Health Informatics 
Option 2 24 months MPhii in Health Informatics 
The decision on selection of option 1 or 2 is made during admission. Applicants 
admitted to th«; MSc. programme pursue 3 Semesters of course work. This is 
made up of 36 credits of core courses. 10 credits of elective courses and 3 credits 
of practical attachment. making a total of 49 credits. Those pursuing the MPhii 
option will be required to take 36 credits of core courses. 3 credits of practical 
attachment and 24 credits of thesis work. making a total of 63 credits in 4 
Semesters. As part of the Health Informatics programme. students are attached 
to relevant institutions for practical training. 
The department is planning to organise short courses which would be run when 
. the MPH students are away in the field. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Ag. Head of Department Dr. Pasmor Kuranchie 
Unit Coordinators 
Biostatistics Unit Dr. Pasmor Kuranchie 
Health Informatics Unit Dr. O. B. Ahmad 
Burden of Diseases Unit Professor F. N. Binka 
Research Methods Unit Dr. O. B. Ahmad 
Other Full Time Members 
Mrs. Shakoor Karim Amtush Lecturer. School of Public Health 
The department has fifteen (15) part time lecturers. 
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DEPARTMENT OF EPIDEMIOWGY AND DISEASE CONTROL 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
The Department of Epidemiology and Disease Control was created in January 
2005. It was previously part of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. 
The staffing position at creation was one permanent staff and twenty part-time 
lecturers. 
The Department is responsible for teaching the following courses: Principles of 
Epidemiology (EPDC 607). Disease Control (EPDC 604). Veterinary Public Health 
(EPDC 618), Advanced Epidemiology (EPDC 634) and Field Epidemiology (EPDC 525). 
in addition to supervising MPH. MPhil and PhD students. 
The department has 3 registered PhD students and 2 other students whose 
applications are yet to be confirmed. 
Research Activities 
The faculty are currently engaged in the following areas of research: 
Malaria Epidemiology 
Burden of Disease; 
Intervention Studies (Malaria; Clinical trials of drugs & vaccines & Rotavirus 
Vaccine trials) 
Disease Surveillance (Integrated Disease Surveillance; Rotavirus 
Surveillance; Cerebro-Spinal Meningitis Surveillance) 
Future development: The department is building its PhD program to develop future 
lecturers and to raise funds for its research agenda . The department plans to 
run an MPhil course in Applied Epidemiology and Disease Control. A number of 
short-term courses have also been developed. These are: 
Integrated Disease Surveillance 
Malaria Case Management 
Epidemiological Principles for Disease Control 
TB Management for middle level health personnel. 
Currently. the staff strength stands at 2 Associate Professors. 1 Lecturer. 1 
Principal Research Assistant and several Part-time Lecturers. 
The Department received a research grant from Centre for Disease Control. 
Atlanta for Training in Applied Epidemiology and Laboratory Programme (FELTP). 
The FELTP is to train leaders in Applied Epidemiology and Public Health Laboratory 
Practice with emphasis on problem solving as well as provide epidemiological 
services and laboratory management to national. regional and district health 
authorities in Ghana. 
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In collaboration with National Surveillance Unit of the Ghana Health Service, 
the Department has identified five districts for strengthening the capacity of 
disease surveillance. Specific workshops are being organised in these districts. 
The Districts are Asuogyaman in the Eastern Region, Berekum in Brong-Ahafo 
Region, Wassa-West in Western Region, Kassena-Nankana in the Upper East 
Region and Denu in the Volta Region. 
Furthermore, plans were far advanced for programmes in Master of Science and 
Master of Laboratory Science degrees to be awarded by the department 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Head of Department Professor F. N. Binka 
Unit Coordinators 
Infectious Diseases Unit Dr. J. Gyapong 
Non-Communicable Diseases Unit Dr. W. Bosu 
Pubic Health Practice Unit Prof. E. Afari 
Clinical Trials Unit Prof. K. Koram 
Other Full Time Members 
Dr. S. O. Sac key Lecturer, School of Public Health 
The department has eleven (11) part time lecturers 
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH POLICY PLANNING AND 
MANAGEMENT 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
The department continued to encourage good MPH residents to undertake MPhil 
and PhD degrees in a bid to take up teaching appOintments in the department. In 
this direction, the department made a call for application for HPPM/ AHPSR 
dissertation grants for the 2006/2007 academic year. 
It has been assisted by the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research 
(AHPSR) to co-finance MPH/MPhil Health Policy and Systems Research thesis 
fieldwork that is of practical relevance to heaith policy and systems development 
ip Ghana. Four grants of about two thousand US dollars (US$ 2000) per student 
are available for the 2006/2007 academic year. The deadline for submission of 
letters of intent was 31st December 2006. 
One full time senior member was recruited to the department in the 2005-2006 
academic year 
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The department taught the following courses at the MPH and MPhillevels during 
the year under review: Management of Health Programmes and Projects (HPPM 
608). Organisation And Management of Health Servin's (HPPM 609). Advanced 
Health Policy and Planning (HPPM 642). Health Policy and Systems Research 
(HPPM 644). Health Systems Development and Management (HPPM 646) and 
Economics of Health Systems (HPPM 648). 
MEETINGS/WORKSHOPS 
There was a departmental meeting on 27 June 2006 to discuss planning for 
development of more elective courses in Health Policy Planning and Management 
and review of the second semester teaching programme. 
The second meeting was held on 27 July 2006 to discuss the draft modules 
developed for the new elective courses in the department. 
The Department hosted a small reception in honour of Prof. Alfred Neumann in 
August 2006 at the University Guest Centre. He was in Accra to attend Africa 
Nutrition Epidemiology Conference with his wife. Among those present were old 
staff members of Danfa Project: ProfSai. ProfOfosu-Amaah. DrWurapa. (Head of 
Department ofHPPM). Prof Isabella Quakyi. (Director SPH). Mrs. Lucy Ofori-Ayeh. 
(Assistant Registrar. SPH) and other Heads of Department were also present. 
Issues in the Danfa Project. in 1960s were revisited. 
Research Activities 
Module Development Retreat at Dodowa: The retreat focused on the development of 
research issues in Health Policy and Systems Research. The Young Researcher 
Grant Project in collaboration with Alliance for Global Health Research was 
discussed. The Director of PPME of MOH agreed to collate views from MOH/GHS 
for the proposal. A TALIF proposal entitled "Effective Monitoring of Drug 
Distribution in Ghana" is being developed in the unit of Organisation and 
Management of Health Systems with Dr. Reuben Esena as principal investigator. 
Global Development Network (GDN): The Department (represented by Dr R. Esena) 
teamed up with the Ministry of Health to submit a proposal on School Feeding 
Programme CHPS to GDN. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Ag. Head of Department Dr. F. K. Wurapa 
Unit Coordinators 
Organisation & Management of Health Systems Unit Mr. A. A. D. Obuobi 
Health Systems Research Unit Dr. F. K. Wurapa 
Economic Perspective of Health Care Unit Dr. K. Nimo 
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Human Resource Development & Information' Management Unit Dr. KenSagoe 
Other Full Time Members 
Dr. Reuben Esena - Lecturer~  School of Public Health 
There are fourteen (14) part time lecturers in the department. 
DEPARTMENT OF POPULATION FAMILY AND REPRODUCTIV 
HEALTH 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
In the course of the year. two new faculty members. Mrs Margaret Atuahene and 
Dr Gifty Addico joined the department's teaching faculty. In addition. Dr Edmond 
Nii Laryea Browne joined the Department as faculty on sabbatical leave from the 
School of Medical Sciences. KNUST. 
As part of the faculty strengthening efforts. three (3) junior faculty members. as 
well as the Director of UGSPH. Professor Isabella Quakyi participated in various 
training programs at Hopkins. These junior faculty and their programs are Ms. 
Agnes Kotoh (RH course auditing). Mr. Ireneous Soyiri (Gates SlUTl1T1Er Institute course 
in Reproductive Health Research Methodology) and Mr. Julius Fobil (Data analysis 
and report writing on collaborative adolescent and internet study with Dr Dina 
Bozerkowski): while Prof Quakyi took part in the Summer course in StrategiC 
Leadership and Management in Population and Reproductive Health. The summer 
courses for example. were very timely as the Department has on its agenda to 
run analogous courses soon. 
Due to the difficulties in recruiting faculty. the department has. as a strategy. to 
identifY in every cohort of MPH students promising candidates to be put through 
active capacity building programme for young faculty and groomed to take up 
lectureship position in the department. To this end. the Department is sponsoring 
two MPhil students (Amos K. Laar and Gifty Addico) and two PhD candidates (Mr. 
Uri Mckakpo and Mr. Phillip Asante) to prepare them to join the staff. 
During the period under report. the Department successfully launched. for the 
first time. Population. Family and Reproductive Health (PFRH) track 
concentrations. where students had the option to choose from a variety of elective 
courses. Prior to the launch. department strategically completed its curriculum 
development in PFRH courses through series of mini workshops. The CUrriculum 
development workshops were done on academiC unit basis where faculty were 
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organised in smaller groups according to their expertise and practical experience 
in any of our four academic units: Population Health. Reproductive Health. 
Adolescent Health and Family Health and were engaged to develop fine details of 
each course syllabi. We now have a total of nineteen (19) fully developed courses. 
During the year. seven (7) courses. namely Motherhood Issues and Maternal 
Morbidity and Mortality (PFRH 618); Child Health in Public Health (PFRH 608); 
Population, Health and Survival (PFRH 634); the Adolescent in Health and Illness 
(PFRH 624), Introduction to Family Health (PFRH 602, Public Health Nutrition 
(PFRH 614) and Introduction to Population Studies (PFRH 613) were offered. 
Students performed wonderfully in all these courses. Faculty members who were 
involved in teaching these courses were highly impressed by students' 
partiCipation and contributions during classes. 
One important assignment that engaged the attention of faculty members during 
the year was the comprehensive review and overhaul of the MPH, MPhii and PhD 
academic programmes. 
Research 
On the research front. the Department during the year disbursed $15,000 made 
up of $5,000 each to three junior faculty members to undertake their research 
initiatives after they had gone through competitive research proposal review and 
selection processes. The aim of this grant is to develop and strengthen junior 
faculty's research capabilities. All these grant awardees have completed and 
submitted their research reports to the department. Similarly, other faculty 
members were involved in various research activities either department-based 
or in other departments/school/institutions 
Again, as part of the UGSPH-Gates Instit,ute collaborative research, Mr Julius 
Fobil visited Hopkins as a Gates Institute's Fellow to do further analyses and 
write up with Dr Dina Bozerkowski on the Adolescent and Internet Use Study 
data collected in June-July 2005. 
Collabora tion 
A major break-through during the year was the establishment of a field site at 
Abokobi through the Department's collaboration with the Ga East District Health 
Directorate. With this, PFRH students can be sent there for practical attachment 
and field practice, especially v.rith courses that have practicum component. The 
department is mapping out the district. and has contracted the Center for Remote 
Sensing and Geographic Information Systems of the University of Ghana to 
undertake this exercise - zone out the district including all health care facilities 
(public and private alike), the population distribution. Work is progressing steadily. 
On the other hand, we are working closely with the District Disease Control 
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Officer to establish a baseline database upon which future performance 
measurements will be assessed for improvement. 
ACADEMIC STAFF DEPARTMENT OF POPULATION. FAMILY & REPRODUCTIVE 
HEALTH 
Ag. Head of Department Dr. R. K. O. Asante 
Unit Coordinators 
Reproductive Health Unit Dr. Gloria Quansah-Asare 
Family Health Unit Dr. R. K. O. Asante 
Adolescent Health Unit Dr. Phyllis AnOO 
Population Unit Professor C. Ahiadeke 
Other Full Time Members 
Mr. Julius Fobil Research Fellow. School of Public Health 
Ms. Agnes Millicent Kotoh Lecturer. School of Public Health 
Mrs . Margaret Atuahene Lecturer. School of Public Health 
Dr. R. M. Adanu Joint Appt. in Dept ofObst.-Gyn/SPH 
Mr. l.N. Soyiri Lecturer. School of Public Health 
Dr. Gifty N. L. Addico On secondment from Ghana Health Service 
The department has sixteen (16) part time lecturers. 
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES 
Faculty Development and Teaching Programmes 
The department continued with its curriculum and staff development plan. The 
staff strength of the department increased with the appOintment of one Research 
Fellow and one Assistant Lecturer. 
The following MPH and MPhil courses were offered duting the year: Health 
Education (SOBS 616). Social Science Theories in Public Health (SOBS 664). The 
Political Economy of Health Care (SOBS 666). Health and Development In the 3,d 
World (SOBS 668). Plural Medical Systems in the 3,d World (SOBS 672) and Social 
Science Systems and Health Systems Research (SOBS 674) . 
In the year under review. the department developed two new programmes. namely; 
MPH with Social Behavioural Science option and an MSc/M.Phil in Applied Health 
Social Science. These programmes have been approved by the College of Health 
Sciences Academic Board and yet to be approved by the Univers ity of Ghana 
Academic Board. It is our hope that the programmes can take off during the 
2007/2008 academic year. 
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The Department is also in the process of developing an undergradua te programme 
in Health Promotion. Currently consultations are being held with a number of 
institutions to ensure that the programme is very well developed. 
ACADEMIC STAFF 
Ag. Head of Department - Dr. Matilda Pap poe 
Unit Coordinators 
Health Communication Unit - Dr: Edith Tetteh, 
Health Promotion Unit - Mrs. Arday-Kotei, GHS 
Social/Behavioural Science Unit - Professor K. Senah 
Theory & Research Unit - Dr. Matilda Pappoe 
Other Full Time Members 
Mr . Emmanuel Asampong - Lecturer, School of Public Health 
Mrs. Mercy Ackumey - Assistant Lecturer. School of Public Health 
Mr. Kwabena Opoku Mensah - Research Fellow, School of Public Health 
Yela Awunyo-Akaba - Assistant Lecturer, School of Public 
Health 
There are twelve (12) part time lecturers at the department. 
GHANA MALARIA CENTRE 
OVERVIEW 
The Community Based Advocacy Training programme reached the monitoring 
s tage and came to an end in June 2006. 
Meanwhile, the Centre worked in close collaboration with the various partners 
to integrate the programmes into the Mainstream Health Service activities in 
order to make it sustainable. The Centre worked toward the development of 
proposal, for the 2nd phase of the programme which included developing long-
distance training programmes, conducting researches in the area of malaria 
and running Short Courses. In connection with this, the project team participated 
in the Partnership Trainee Committee and Expert Oversight Committee meeting 
held in Banjul, Gambia from 9th to 13th May 2005. The meeting focussed on 
letters of intent of the various Centres. The letters of intent were reviewed and 
suggestions made accordingly. After the review, the suggestions were incorporated 
in the Centre's Phase II programme which spans the period 2006 - 20lO. The 
Phase II proposals hinged on capacity building for malaria interventions, monitoring 
and evaluation and operational research as well as a distance-learning 
programme. 
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The Ghana Social Marketing Foundation International is working with the Centre 
on its Strategic Plan. The Strategic Plan was reviewed as a result of a decision 
taken during the last Technical Committee meeting. Comments received locally 
and those from Gates Malaria Partnership advisors were integrated. 
As regards the Community Advocacy Training. there was significant attrition in 
the number of advocates operating in the districts. The active advocates in Asante 
Akim North were 67 (out of 87 trained in 2002) and 40 in Shama Ahanta East 
Metropolitan Assembly (out of 67 trained in 2002). Refresher training for the 
active advocates was given from 20th to 30th June 2005 in each of the two districts. 
In collaboration with the Programme on Social Science in Malaria Control (PSSMC) 
the Centre initiated an International training programme on Malaria. A task 
force was formed which worked to develop modules for the course. Call letters 
were sent and applications received from 13 applicants (3 from outside Ghana 
and 10 from Ghana). 
PUBLICATIONS/CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS & SEMINARS 
Quakyi. I. A. 
IV WHO/TDR Multilateral Initiative For Malaria (MIM) Pan-African 
Conference and Roll Back Malaria Forum in Yaounde. Cameroon. 11-20'" 
November 2005. Presented three (3) Abstracts. 
Invited presentation on Readiness for Health Emergencies. Third African 
Regional TEPHINET SCientific Conference. 6-9 December 2005. Cresta Royale 
Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 
Quakyi I. A. Malaria Epidemiology in Africa 2005 3 rd Regional TEPHINET 
Scientific Conference (Readiness for Health Emergencies) Cresta Royale 
Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 5-9 December 2005. 
UNICEF /UNDP /WORLDBANK/WHO Special Programme. Thirty-First Meeting 
of the Research Strengthening Steering Group (RSG31) Nairobi. Kenya. March 
6-10.2006. 
Annual School of Public Health Supervisors' Orientation Workshop. March 
13-16.2006. 
Annual Johns Hopkins gates Institute Partners Meeting. Baltimore USA. 
April 15-20. 2006. 
WHO/TDR Meeting of Strategic and Discovery Research and the Seventh 
Meeting of the Steering Committee on Pathogenesis and Applied Genomics. 
Bangkok. Thailand. April 28 - May 7.2006. 
Invited presentation on Health Implications of Globalization. ISSER-Merchant 
Bank Development Seminar Series. 16 May 2006. British Counci.1 Hall. Accra. 
Gates Institute Summer Course on StrategiC Leadership and Management 
in Population and Reproductive Health . July 3-14.2006. 
Invited presentation on Academic Research and Capacity Building to address 
and Impact Public Health Issues in Ghana. July 17 2006. New York 
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University. Dept. of Medical Parasitology. New York. USA. 
Invited presentation on Malaria Control and Research Capacity Building. 
July 17. 2006. New York University. Dept. of Medical Parasitology. New York. 
USA. 
Binka. F. N. 
Chandramohan D. Owusu-Agyei S. Carneiro I. Awine T. Amponsa-Achiano 
K. 
Mensah N. Jaffar S. Baiden R. Hodgson A. Binka F. Greenwood B. (2005) 
Cluster randomised trial of intermittent preventive treatment for malaria 
in infants in area of high. seasonal transmission in Ghana. British Medical 
Journal.;331(7519):727-33. 
Abuaku BK. Koram KA. Binka FN. (2005). Antimalarial prescribing practices: 
a challenge to malaria control in Ghana. Med Princ Pract. 14(5):332-7. 
Binka F. (2005) Editorial: North-south research collaborations: A move 
towards a true partnership? Tropical Medicine & International Health. 
10(3):207-9. 
Koram.K. 
Ahorlu CK. Koram KA. Ahorlu C. de Savigny D. Weiss MG. (2005). Community 
concepts of malaria-related illness with and without convulsions in southern 
Ghana MalarJ. 27;4:47. 
Koram KA. Abuaku B. Duah N. Quashie N. (2005). Comparative efficacy of 
antimalarial drugs including ACTs in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria 
among children under 5 years in Ghana. Acta Tropica.;95(3): 194-203. 
Gyapong.J. 
Gbakima AA. Appawu MA. Dadzie S. Karikari C. Sac key SO. Baffoe-Wilmot 
A. 
Gyapong J, Scott AL. (2005) Lymphatic filariasis in Ghana: establishing the 
potential for an urban cycle of transmission. Tropical Medicine & 
International Health. 10(4):387-92. 
• Gyapong JO. Kumaraswami V. Biswas G. Ottesen EA. (2005). Treatment 
strategies underpinning the global programme to eliminate lymphatic 
filariasiS. Expert Opin Pharmacother. 6(2): 179-200. 
Asante. R. K. o. 
• Repositioning of Family Planning Symposium and Document Launching at 
La Palm. July 27. 2005. 
Health Research in the Health sector of Ghana Dissemination Conference 
at Alisa Hotel. Accra. July 27-29. 2005. 
• GHS Biannual Review of Reproductive Health Activities at Pepease Modak 
Hotel, August 14-20. 2005. 
Gates Institute Academic Partners Conference at La Palm Royal, September 
18-20.2005. presented papers on L Strategic Leadership Courses experiences; 
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PRFH Department Project Progress Report. 2004/2005; iii. Use of the 
Internet in search for Health infon:nation by Adolescents aged between 
15 and 18 years. 
Seminar on Adolescent Reproductive Health under the auspices of the Gates 
Institute at Rexmar Hotel, Kumasi, September 21-23, 2005. 
Population Association of Ghana Annual Conference at Coconut Grove 
Regency Hotel, Accra, October 26, 2005. 
Training course on procurement under the National Procurement Act of 
2004 for Heads of Departments of the College of Health Sciences, University 
of Ghana at Korle-Bu. October 27.2005. 
Dzodzomenyo. M. 
Ratawan Ubalee. Takahiro Tsukahara. Mihoko Kikuchi, Koji Lum, Mawuli 
Dzodzomenyo, Akira Kaneko and Kenji Hirayama. 2005. Associations 
between frequencies of a susceptible TNF-a promoter allele and protective 
a-thalassaemias and malaria parasite incidence in Vanuatu. Tropical 
Medicine & International Health 10 (6). 544-549. 
Fourth Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM) Pan-African Malaria 
Conference. November, 2005. Yaounde, Cameroon. 
DONATIONS TO THE SCHOOL 
Infrastructure 
During the year under review. the School received donations from the 
following companies and individuals towards the construction of its new 
building; 
Johns Hopkins $300.000 
Ghana Chamber of Mines ¢50,000,000.00 
Barclays Bank Ghana Ltd ¢20.000,000.00 
Dr. William Bosu (SPH Alumnus) ¢ 1,000,000.00 
Dr. Ayim (SPH Alumnus) ¢ 1.000,000.00 
Development 
WHO Capacity Building Fund - $50,000 
Taiwan Department of Health for IT/Internet connectivity between School of Public 
Health and Nkwanta - $ 35.000 
Population Family and Reproductive Health Projects - $990.000 - on going 
Research Projects 
Project 1: CHSR/002/2004-Development of Reference Guide on "Status 
Disclosure and Partner Notification for Human Immunodeficiency Virus 
(HIV)" VCT Trainers/Counselors - $14.000 
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Project 2: CHSR/001/2005 - Prevention of Mother-To-Child Transmission 
(PMTCT) - $195.000 
Project 3: CHSR/3004/2005 - HIV /AIDS Interactive Training - $184.610.89 
Project 4: CHSR/4/011 /2006 - Development of Distance Learning Capacity 
and Materials $195.000 
ADMINISTRATIVE AND RESEARCH STAFF 
Director Prof. Isabella A. Quakyi 
Deputy Director Dr. O. B. Ahmad 
Assistant Registrar Mrs. Lucy B. Ofori-Ayeh 
Field Coordinator Dr. Mawuli Dzodzomenyo 
Mr. J. O. Tetteh Chief Accounting Assistant 
Mr. Abubakar A. Manu Principal Research Assistant/ Project Officer 
Ms. Naana Agyeman PrinCipal Research Assistant 
Ms. Careema Yusuf PrinCipal Research Assistant 
Mr. Emmanuel Anniah Snr. Research Assistant 
Mr. Philemon S. Deyegbe Snr. Accounting Assistant 
Mr. Emmanuel Boateng Snr. Administrative Assistant/Course Secretary 
Mrs. Regina Afari Boateng Snr. Administrative Assistant 
Mr. Abraham Quansah Snr. Administrative Assistant 
Mrs. Mary B. Crentsil Snr. Library Assistant 
Mr. Prince Dodoo Research AssistantMr. Emmanuel Hammond 
Research Assistant Research AssistantResearch Assistant 
Ms. Cynthia Ameyaa Oduro Sm. Clerk 
Mr. Samuel S. Aabeterfa Accounts Clerk Grade I 
Mrs. Pearl Tetteh-Mensah Administrative Assistant 
Mrs. Cynthia Afetsi Administrative Assistant 
Mr. Emmanuel Awuku-Hormeku Administrative Assistant 
Mr. Benedictus Amekuadzi Library Assistant 
Ms. Nancy Agbanu Clerk Grade 1 
Ms. Eva Takyiwaa Typist Grade. II 
Ms. Sylvia Edem Amexo Library Assistant 
Mr. George Yeboah Driver Grade I 
Mr. Samuel Amartey Driver Grade I 
Mr. Eric Anum Laryea Driver Grade II 
Mr. Emmanuel Annan Sai Driver Grade II 
Mr. Fianko Adams Driver Grade II 
Mr. Duncan Ampofo Driver Grade II 
Mr. Eric Sarpong Danso Driver Grade II 
Mr. Simon Zong-Bil Messenger/Cleaner 
Mr. Benjamin Ofori Akafo Messenger/Cleaner 
Mr. Seth Asiedu Messenger/Cleaner 
Mr. Patrick Osei Asante Messenger /Cleaner 
Mr. Andrews Adzewoda Gardiner /Labourer 
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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMES 
OVERVIEW 
During the year under review, the office of the Dean of International Programmes 
continued to carry out its mission of promotion and coordination of the University's 
International Programmes. 
The office undertook a number of activities to meet its task of increasing foreign 
student intake to 10% of the total student population. These included participation 
at meetings, visits and promotion of the university through electronic mail. 
On service provision, there were major developments. The International Students 
Hostel 2 project was completed in the year under review. This allowed us to 
accommodate the majority of applicants. The office also acquired a new bus which 
has improved the shuttle service for International Students. A new International 
Building Project which is expected to serve as a one-stop place for International 
Programmes was launched. We expect completion of the project in 2008. 
The three year term of Professor Chris Gordon ended in June 2006. 
STAFFING POSITION 
Dean Prof. Chris Gordon 
Assistant Registrar Ms. Lydia Anowa Nyako 
Snr. Administrative Assistant Mrs. Victoria Baku 
Prin. Accounting Assistant Mrs. Helen Asare 
Examinations Coordinator Dr. Essuman-Johnson 
National Service Person Salifu Adam 
National Service Person Kyeretwie Nana Osei 
National Service Person Aubin Louisa 
National Service Person Asem Mavis 
Driver Mr. Emmanuel Attu 
Driver Mr. Philip Amegadzie 
Messenger / Cleaner Mr. David Opare 
International Students' Hostels 
Manager ISH 1 Mr. Daniel Azumah 
Manageress ISH 2 Mrs. Pearl Mensah 
INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATIONS 
International collaborative agreements are facilitated by the Office of International 
Programmes on behalf of the University of Ghana faculty, departments. schools 
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and colleges. The types of agreements available are broadly-based institutional 
cooperative agreements. faculty exchange agreements. student exchange 
agreements and research collaboration agreements. among others. The office 
coordinates the negotiation and approval of these agreements. 
New Agreements with Institutions 
During the 2005/2006 academic year. 24 agreements were endorsed with 'new 
partners as follows: 
• Arkeshus University College 
• Benedict College. USA 
Bloomsburg University of Penn. USA 
California State University. USA 
Fisheries Centre. University of British Colombia. 
• Ibadan University. Nigeria 
ISIG. Burkina Faso 
• John Carroll University. USA 
• Kth. Stockholm (Royal Inst. of Tech) 
• Mount Royal College. Canada 
National Museum of Denmark. Denmark 
Sibelius Academy. Finland 
Tabeisa 
The Scholar Ship 
United Nations University 
• Universiti Sains Malaysia. Malaysia 
• University of Bergen. Norway 
• University of Oslo. Norway 
University of Texas Arlington. USA 
University of Tuscia. Italy 
University of York. Toronto. Canada 
Virginia Polytechnic. USA 
• West Virginia University. USA 
Zoological Society of London. UK 
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT STATISTICS 
The Office handled international students' admissions. orientation. registration. 
accommodation. immigration assistance. examinations and issuance of 
transcripts. We were available to these students at all times with advice. 
information and assistance. A few post-graduate students registered as well but 
were largely handled by the School of Research and Graduate Studies. 
Six hundred and twenty-one (621) special and regular admission students were 
registered for the first semester of the 2005/2006 academic year. In the second 
semester. one hundred and fifty eight (158) special admissions students enrolled. 
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One hundred and thirty two (132) of these students were new admissions while 
the remaining twenty six (26) students had extended their stay from the previous 
(1 st) semester. 
International Students distribution by student type &: sex 2005/2006 
Males Females Total 
Student Type 
Regular Continuing 121 150 271 
Regular Freshmen" 92 93 185 
Special Admission 80 243 323 
ToW enrolled 293 486 779 
Distribution of International Students enrolled by Country 2005/2006 
NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
COUNTRY 1st Sem 2nd Sem Total 
Australia 0 1 1 
Benin 14 0 14 
Burkina Faso 7 0 7 
Cameroon 5 0 5 
Canada 11 12 23 
China 5 0 5 
Cote d"Ivoire 13 0 13 
Denmark 1 1 2 
Ethiopia 3 0 3" 
Germany 0 2 2 
India 0 
Israel 1 0 
Italy 0 
Japan 5 2 7 
Kenya 0 1 
Korea 7 0 7 
Lesotho 1 0 1 
Liberia 34 0 34 
Libya 2 0 2 
Mali 5 0 5 
Mexico 0 1 
Niger 0 1 
Nigeria 320 0 320 
Norway 4 7 11 
Rwanda 2 0 2 
Sierra Leone 10 0 10 
Swaziland 1 0 
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Togo 14 0 14 
Turkey 3 0 3 
Uganda 1 0 1 
U.K 0 15 15 
USA 147 117 264 
Zimbabwe 1 0 1 
TOTAL 621 158 779 
Distribution of International Students enrolled by Continent 2005/2006 
NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
CONTINENT 1st Sem 2nd Sem Total 
Oceania o 1 1 
Europe 9 26 35 
Asia 18 2 20 
North/South America 159 129 288 
Africa 435 o 435 
TOTAL 621 158 779 
Distribution of International Students by Level for 2005/2006 
LEVEL NUMBER OF sruDENTS 
Diploma 1 
600 32 
Cert. in English proficiency 32 
400 51 
300 76 
100 102 
200 162 
Special Admission! majority in third year) 323 
Total 779 
Distribution of Regular International Students registered by Academic 
Programme 
NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
PROGRAMME 1st Sem 2nd Sem 
BFA 1 0 
Diploma 0 
LLB 1 0 
MBA 2 0 
BSc Agric 3 0 
MPhii 13 0 
MA 16 0 
Cert. In Eng. Proficiency 32 0 
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BScAdmin 51 o 
BA 155 o 
BSc 181 o 
TOTAL 456 o 
Distribution of special admissions International Students registered by 
Programme 
NUMBER OF STUDENTS 
PROGRAMME 1st Sem 2ndSem 
NTNU 2 0 
SOKA 2 0 
NCSU 3 4 
MISSOURI 5 0 
CARLETON 7 0 
INDIVIDUALS 7 22 
USAC 8 11 
TUFTS 9 0 
SUNY 13 0 
CALVIN 15 0 
NYU 16 29 
ISEP 18 21 
CIEE 25 33 
UC-EAP 35 5 
CARLETON 0 7 
CUSAC 0 1 
lEEDS 0 16 
NCSU 0 0 
SUNY 0 7 
'SOKA 0 2 
Subtotal 165 158 
Short Term Programmes 
Short-term programmes were run during the Inter-Semester breaks by the 
following partner institutions: 
Michigan State University, USA; 
Simon Fraser University USA; 
USAC Summer Programme, USA. 
PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS 
These included: 
Orientation presentation to University of California Exchange Abroad 
Programme (UC-EAPJ students in August 2005 - Dean 
Presentation to University Development Committee on justification for an 
International Programmes Office Building 
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CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS/MEETINGS/EVENTS 
The Welcome Durbars of the first and second semesters of 2005/2006 were 
held on Saturday. 17th September 2005 and Friday. 9th February 2006 
respectively at the forecourt of the Great Hall. 
Tree-Planting Ceremony on 4th May 2006 for the International Programmes 
Office Building Project 
NAFSA Meeting. Montreal. Canada in May 22-27.2006 - Dean. 
DONATIONS/AID 
• Donation of eight Novels for the office library by Ms. Sarai Eunice Chisala -
LLM Pretoria programme student from Malawi. 
Donation of books by Elon University through the office to the Balme Library 
UG BENEFICIARIES OF EXTERNAL PROGRAMMES 
The under-listed students were sent abroad in the 2005/2006 f..cademic Year: 
Akershus University 
Evans Takyi ANKOMA-ASARE BA(Social Work) -
(M.A. learning Complex Systems) 
North Carolina State University (1) 
Cephas Benjamin NAANWAAB Agriculture 
Tufts University 
• Benjamin TOBOH Medical School 
Ayishetu ABDUL-KADIR Religion 
CUSAC: Three students benefited from Commonwealth Universities Study Abroad 
Consortium bursaries granted by the Association of Commonwealth Universities 
(ACU): 
King Lemuel MILLS (Political Science) University of Guelph 
Adwoa F. BOAKYE-APPIAH(Agric. Economics) University of Guelph 
Sadiq MEDJIDA(Social Work) Brock University 
University of Missouri Programme: 
Obed AMPONSAH UGBS 
David Nana Yaw ASARE-ANSAH Information Studies 
ISEP Programme 
Morna DEKUWMINI (M Phil. Econs) University of Mississippi 
Asiseh FAFANYO (M Phil Agric. Econs) University of Idaho 
• Florence NAAB (M.Sc. Nursing) Fort Hays State - Kansas 
Anthony NDOR (Finance) University of Tulsa. Oklahoma 
Seth AMANQUAH (Chemical Pathology) University of North Carolina 
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VISITORS 
In the 2005/2006 academic year (August 2005 to July 2006), 126 international 
visitors presented themselves at the office. The official delegations came from 
the following international institutions: 
CANADA 
University of Alberta 
COTE DVOIRE 
University of Bouake 
DENMARK 
University of Copenhagen 
Royal Academy of Aarhus 
Tempotanken (Music Studio) 
GERMANY 
James Madison University 
Martin Luther University 
• Dweyer Foundation, Munich. 
JAPAN 
International Christian University 
KENYA 
University of Nairobi 
LIBERIA 
• Cottington University 
NETHERLANDS 
Wetlands International 
NIGERIA 
University of Jos, Jos Plateau State 
NORWAY 
Akershus University College 
Institute of Marine Research 
TOGO 
Universitat de Lome 
SOUTH AFRICA 
South African Embassy 
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University of Leeds 
Timbmet Silverman University 
Zoological Society of London 
USA 
University of Liverpool 
University of Washington 
Truman State University 
E.A.P University of California 
San Francisco University 
Savanna State University 
• IOWA State University 
University of Connecticut 
California State University 
Central Michigan University 
York University 
Marywood University 
John Carroll University 
Tufts University 
Southern Utan University 
Stony Brook University 
Yale University 
Johnson C.Smith University 
West Virginia University 
University of Texas at Austin 
West Chester University 
Bentley College 
• University of New York 
Simon Frazer University 
University of Louisville 
Habesha. Inc. 
John Carroll University 
Centre for Environment Studies 
North Central State University 
North Central College 
FUTURE 
The International Programmes Office building project now to be placed before the 
Tender Board is expected to be completed in January 2008. The new building 
which will be a one-stop place for international programmes Will allow the office 
to move international programmes in the University of Ghana to a new level. 
Rodrigues, F.K. . Annah. G .. Virrankoski. V .. Addo. K.K. and Osae-Addae. A. (2006). 
Isolation. purification and partial characterization of bacteriophages for Shigella 
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dysenteriae. Accepted for publication by the Ghana Journal of Science. 
Rodrigues, F.K .. Bharwaj, G. P. Fobil J (2006) Evidence of plasmid-mediate 
. trimethoprim resistance in two districts in Ethiopia. Ghana Journal of Science 
Vol. 8 (1) 1 - 7 
ICT DIRECTORATE 
OVERVIEW 
ICT Directorate Role and Responsibilities 
The ICT Directorate (lCTD) is mandated to provide leadership in the development, 
management and use of ICT in the University. The Directorate is responsible 
for: 
Development and implementation of ICT Policies, Strategies and Standards 
Support of the University's ICT Infrastructure Support. These covers the 
management and day-to-day operation of: 
The Network Operating Centre 
The University's backbone network that interconnects the local area 
networks (LANs). 
Computer Labs 
Telephone System 
The ICTD has oversight responsibly for the Setup, Administration, Troubleshooting 
and Problem Resolution ofPCs, Printers, Servers, Networks and Communications 
systems 
University Email System 
Providing Internet Access 
Providing the technical support of the University Website 
Promoting the use of e-learning Tools 
Basic ICT Training for staff and students 
ICT Advisory Services 
The Directorate works in hand with the Planning and MIS Directorate to provide 
ICT services in the University. . 
STAFFING 
ICT Management 
EmmanuelOwusu-Oware Director 
AmaDadson Deputy Director 
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Prof. M. Dakubu Consultant 
Constance Appiah-Kubi Snr. Administration Officer 
STUDENT COMPUTING 
Marian Nyako Student Computing Officer 
TELECOMS & NETWORKING 
Emmanuel Togo - Network Administrator 
Justice Novisi Dzitrie - Asst Network Administrator 
Michael Cudjoe Telecoms Officer 
Computer Systems 
Johannes Mawuli Achoribo - Systems Administrator 
Glen Botrosi - Systems Technician 
Learning & Research 
Patrick Kuti - Programmer/VVeb Master 
Key Developments and Activities in the 2006 
Internet bandwidth upgrade 
The bandwidth was upgraded a six-fold from 1.5 Mbps to 9 Mbps. making Internet 
access much faster than it was previously. 
Increase in computer access for students 
All labs at the Directorate have been completed. The significant developments 
are: 
• A total of 432 computers are available to students 
30 computers are available at the VIP labs to staff 
An Assistive Technology lab. a special facility for the visually-impaired .The 
lab is equipped with: 
10 computers 
1 Braille Printer 
10 computers (Monitors keyboards and mouse) 
9 Speech ware (Dolphin Drive) 
8 head phones 
Perforator for comb binding. 
During the period the labs for Faculty of Arts and Graduate studies were also 
completed. 
ICT Training 
ICT training continued for students. The e-CDLP. an online version of computer 
driving license programme was introduced. About 3.330 students were trained. 
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e-Learning Programmes at the University 
Some faculties notably Engineering Faculty and Chemistry have started 
introducing their students to e-Iearning using KEWL. an e-Iearning software. 
This is to enable students and staff to assess course materials and assignments 
over the University's intranet. 
Email and Mailing List 
The current subscription to UG email stands at: 
Staff: from 940 in Feb 2006 to 1.379 
Student: from 18.065 in Feb 2006 to 24.173 
The increase in subscription to the UG mail is due to the policy restricting access 
to third-party mails and also the great interest in the mailing list. The mailing 
has greatly enhanced dissemination of information within the University. 
Campus Area Network 
A number of projects are ongoing to increase access to the network and also to 
make the network more reliable. These include: 
Bandwidth Management Project 
Wireless link tg.Accra City and Korle-Bu Campus 
• Replacement of ADSL links with Fibre Optics 
Power Line Carrier (PLC)/ WiFi Project 
SCHOOL OF RESEARCH AND GRADUATE STUDIES 
OVERVIEW 
Following the restructuring programme embarked upon in 2003 the School of 
Research and Graduate Studies now runs two main departments. namely the 
Graduate Studies Department and the Research Administration Department. In 
the year under review the School continued to embark on the objective that 
informed the restructuring exercise namely. to position the University to capitalize 
on its strength and core competencies in research. and to develop synergies 
between research, training and extension with emphasis on graduate work. 
THE GRADUATE STUDIES UNIT 
Out of a total of2398 persons who applied for admission to the various post graduate 
programmes run by the University for the 2006/2007 academic year. 825 or 34.4 
% gained admission. The enrolment figure for all graduate programmes in the 
Humanities. Science and the University of Ghana Business School nevertheless 
stood a 740. This represents 89.6% of candidates admitted and 30.8% of all qualified 
applicants. The breakdown of the enrolment figure by programme and gender is 
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as indicated below: 
Programme 
Gender 
Male Female 
Humanities 280 124 
Science/ Agriculture 97 52 
UGBS 123 64 
Total 500 240 
New Developments/Development of New Courses 
Over the years, efforts have continued to be made in a vatiety of ways to further 
the objective of deepening graduate programmes. Such efforts have, in some 
instances included the restructuring of existing progra mmes with a view to 
broadening the scope of work, and promoting expansion. Worthy of mention here, 
are the changes that have recently taken place in the School of Public Health, 
currently recognised as one of the flagship programmes of the School of Research 
and Graduate Studies. The School has recently expanded its range of programmes, 
a nd now runs six different departments, each of which has four units. The 
departmentalization is providing opportunities for diversification of course 
offetings and thus raising the level of expertise and competencies in the vatious 
disciplines of public health, The newly created departments are as follows: 
Biostatistics, Epidemiology and Disease Control. Biological Environmental and 
Occupational Health Sciences, Health Policy, Planning and Management, 
Population, Family and Reproductive Health, and Social and Behavioural Sciences. 
These departments run both Msc and M.Phii Degree programmes. An M.Phil 
programme in Health Informatics was introduced in the Department of 
Biostatistics duting the year under review. 
The School of Nuclear and Allied Sciences, jointly established by the University 
of Ghana through the agency of the Faculty of Science in corporation with the 
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) , and sited at the campus of the Ghana 
Atomic Energy CommiSSion, also initiated action to run accredited M.Phii and 
Ph.D courses in Nuclear Science, with specialization in the following areas: 
Nuclear and Radio Chemistry, Nuclear Engineeting, Nuclear and Environmental 
Protection, Applied Nuclear Physics, Radiation Protection, Nuclear Agticulture 
and Medical Physics (the latter in collaboration with the School of Allied Health 
Sciences). All the courses, except the Medical Phys ics programme, commenced 
at the beginning of the 2006/2007 academic year. The School expects to introduce 
M.Phii and Ph .D courses in Radiation Processing in the 2007/2008 academic 
year. 
As indicated in last year's report, three new specially designed sandwich 
programmes were added to the curnculum of the University, in line with the 
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vision that informed the creation of the Executive MBA several years ago. for the 
benefit, especially of persons who, by virtue of their very tight work schedule, 
may not be able to access the regular academic programmes of the University. 
These new courses are, the Teaching of English as a Second Language (TESL) of 
the Department of Linguistics, MA Adult Education and MA Study of Religions. 
Demand for these courses which have been attested to be beneficial to many of 
the participants. continues to remain high and it is hoped that further 
opportunities will be explored in the near future, towards expanded intake. 
Also in line with the vision of the Univers ity of Ghana to promote private 
participation in funding especially of graduate programmes, a wide range of courses 
including those of the University of Ghana Business School. the School of Public 
Health. the Economic Policy Management Programme (EPM) of the Department of 
Economics and the Masters in Development Studies programme run by ISSER. 
are either full fee-paying or sponsored programmes. 
THESES PUBLICATION 
A total of 182 theses have been published since the last report to Congregation. 
These were those of 119 male and 63 female candidates. The breakdown of the 
figures by programme and gender is as indicated below: 
Programme Gender 
Male Female 
Humanities 79 44 
Science 26 15 
Agriculture 9 2 
P.hD 5 2 
Total 119 63 
The Provision of Graduate Fellowships 
One of the major challenges confronting the delivery of quality graduate training 
is funding. Most graduate students face the problem of inadequate funding. In a 
bid to solve this problem the University reactivated with effect from the year 
under review, the University Graduate Fellowships which are tenable at the 
University of Ghana. 
From a total number of 149 applications received. the School shortlisted and 
interviewed 114 applicants . 49 of whom finally received the award. Of this number 
five were Ph .D candidates . Of the remaining 44 M.Phil candidates. 27 were of 
Science and 17 were of humanities background . 
Seven other candidates received awards under the University of Ghana Exchange 
Programme. to study for one acade mic year in various institutions in North 
America. Under this programme. five candidates. three males and two females. 
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received awards under the International Students Exchange Programme (ISEP) 
whilst two other candidates. one male and one female received an award each 
under the Tufts University programme. 
Under the University of Ghana/Harvard University Split Site Ph.D programme. 
two Ph. D students. one from the Department of Economics and the other from the 
University of Ghana Business School. received awards to study at Harvard 
University during the 2006/2007 academic year. The one year at Harvard is 
spent pursuing coursework. dissertation research and writing. 
Inclusive of those nominated for the 2006/2007 academic year. the programme 
has so far benefited five candidates. three of whom are lecturers of the Department 
of Economics. who have returned from their studies at Harvard and an; at various 
stages of completion of their Ph .D programme. 
STAFFING 
For a greater part of the year under review the School maintained a staff strength 
of 25. These comprised: 
9 Junior staff 
10 Senior staff 
2 National Service Personnel 
4 Senior Members. 
NEW APPOINTMENT 
Mrs. A.K. Kwaa. Senior Assistant Registrar. was transferred from the Human 
Resource and Organizational Development Directorate (HRODD) to replace Mr. 
E.A. Amartery. as the Executive Secretary of the School. Mr. P.K. Twumasi. 
Assistant Registrar. was on resumption from study leave. also transferred to the 
School from the Office of the Dean of Social Studies. 
The two National Service Personnel assigned to the School for the academic year 
have since August when the National Service aSSignment was brought to an 
end. continued to 
remain on the staff of the School to provide professional support in managing the 
Computer Laboratory. 
TRAINING 
Under sponsorship from the TALIF project. six female junior and senior staff of 
the School. attended various short courses in management. at the University of 
Ghana Business School and the Ghana Institute of Management and Public 
Administration (GIMPA), to upgrade their skills. 
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Also with funds from the TALIF project. the Dean made a study tour of the University 
of Saskatchewan during 20-31 July 2006. The purpose of the of the tour was to 
enable the Dean broadly explore opportunities for collaboration between the 
University of Ghana and the University of Saskatchewan. and most especially. 
with a view to establishing a twinning arrangement between the Innovation Place 
Research Park of the University of Saskatchewan. and a similar project which 
the University of Ghana has just initiated. 
THE RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT 
The main research functions of the Department which was created to provide 
administrative expertise to the University in the area of research and to represent 
the University community in its contractual relationship with external sponsors. 
includes grant applications and reporting. contract research. ethical clearance 
registration. patenting and commercialization of intellectual property. and 
management of external funds. 
Pending the final adoption of a comprehensive research policy document that is 
currently under review. the work of the Research Administration Department 
has currently been restricted to only a number of its core functions since its 
establishment three years ago. viz. contract research and research collaboration. 
external funds co'ordination and the management of the Teaching and Learning 
Innovation Fund for Tertiary Institutions (TALI F) project. 
Contract Research/Research Collaboration 
During the year under review the Department coordinated activities of eighteen 
(18) projects run by various departments of the University. in collaboration with 
other institutions outside Ghana. Nine (9) of these were projects from the 
Department of Geography and Resource Development. three (3) from the Volta 
Basin Research Project. two (2) from the Institute of African Studies and one 
each from the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS). the Departments of 
Linguistics. Nutrition and Food Science and the International Programmes Office. 
Teaching And Learning Innovation Fund (TALIF) 
In response to the third call for funding under the TALIF project. the School 
submitted on behalf of the University. nineteen (19) regular and six (6) small 
proposals. the former being those with estimated values in excess of US$ 20.000 
each. and the latter. not being more than US$ 20.000 each. All six small proposals 
submitted were approved for funding during the year under review. These were 
intended to support 'the following project activities in the various departments/ 
units of the University as indicated below: 
The Legon Journal of Humanities Project (the Department of Linguistics); 
Equipping the Grassland Ecology Laboratory for Efficient and High Quality 
Rangeland Ecological Studies (Agricultural Research Centre. Legon); 
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• Enhancing Sustainable Production of the Ghana Geographical Association 
for Quality Graduate Teaching and Research (Department of Geography and 
Resource Development); 
The Legon Journal of International Affairs (LEJIA). The Legon Centre for 
International Affairs. (LECIA); 
Revitalising and Enhancing the Sustainable Production of the Legon 
Agricultural Research and Extension Journal College of Agriculture and 
Consumer Sciences; 
The University of Ghana Law Journal. (Faculty of Law) 
Out of the nineteen regular proposals. six received approval for funding. Funds 
released in respect of these were intended for the support of the following projects 
in the respective departments/units of the University as indicated below: 
Improving the Teaching and Learning Environment for Enhanced Graduate 
Research and Technological Training in Animal Biotechnology (College of 
Agriculture and Consumer Sciences); 
Consortium of Academic Research Libraries in Ghana (Balme Library); 
Masters of Arts in HIV / AIDS Management in the World of Work (Institute of 
Adult Education); 
Enhancing the Learning Environment and Capacity Building of the Faculty 
of Law Library (Faculty of Law); 
Implementation of Integrated Practical-Oriented and Participatory Post 
Graduate Course (and materials) in Plant Biodiversity (Department of Botany); 
Building the Capacity of the University of Ghana Stafffor Distance Education 
(Institute of Adult Education) 
The total amount that accrued from these proposals was US$ 1.113.120.00 (one 
million. one hundred and thirteen thousand one hundred and twenty US dollars). 
For the fourth call for proposals the School submitted twenty-eight (28) regular 
and five (5) small proposals. All the five small proposals were approved for funding 
for the following project activities in the University: 
Production of Technical Papers/Development Journal Project (the Institute 
of Statistical. Socialand Economic Research. ISSER) 
UNIVERSITAS (the University of Ghana Publications Board) 
Enhancing Quality and Sustainable Production of the Faculty Journal (Faculty 
of Science); 
Developing Akan Terminology for the Teaching and Learning of Akan in the 
MA/MPhil Ghanaian Language Studies Programme (Department of 
Linguistics); 
Enhancing Sustainable Production of the Legon Journal of Sociology 
(Department of Sociology) 
Six of the regular proposals were approved in support of the following activities: 
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HIV / AIDS Response Programme for the University of Ghana (Department of 
Social Work); 
Capacity Support for Graduate Studies and Research Administration Phase 
II (School of Research and Graduate Studies;); 
Social Policy Analysis Capacity Building Programme(Department of Social 
Policy Studies) 
Materials Production and Media Delivery of the University of Ghana Distance 
Learning Courses (Institute of Adult Education); 
The Establishment of an Academic Quality Assurance Unit (the Academic 
Quality Assurance Unit of the University of Ghana); 
Digital Learning Resources Programme (Information Communication 
Technology Directorate). 
The approved amount for the Fourth Call is US$ 1.021.684.00. (One million twenty-
one thousand six hundred and eighty four US dollars) 
In summary. funds so far awarded to the University of Ghana under the TALIF 
initiative amounts to a total of US$ 4.713.008.94. (Four million. seven hundred 
and thirteen thousand. eight dollars and ninety-four cents) 
EXTERNAL FUNDS 
The School is currently coordinating twenty-eight (28) externally funded projects 
for a number of Schools. Institute. Faculties and Departments. 
THE BALME LIBRARY 
OVERVIEW 
During the year under review. the Library was able to acquire its own stand-by 
electricity generator. This has greatly enhanced service provision. especially 
during periods of power outages. 
STAFF 
Education 
The following senior members are pursuing their M.Phii programme at 
Department of Information Studies on part time basis: 
Mrs. Sarah Adinku 
Ms. Olivia Kpodoe 
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Senior/Junior Staff 
Confirmation of Appointments 
Mr. Nii N.G. Nortey - Snr. Administrative Assistant (Resource Centre) 
Ms. Joyce Nyarkoa Owusu - Clerk Grade II 
Promotion 
The following members of staff were promoted to the folloWing grades against 
their names: 
Mr. Jonas K. Martey-Doku Assistant Binder. 
Ms . Mary A. Arkoh Senior Bindery Assistant 
Mrs. Comfort AntWi Junior Library Assistant Grade II 
Mr. R.K. Tretu Senior Assistant Binder 
Mrs. Mary Bakar-Kporvie Senior Administrative 
Ms. Margaret Bosompem Assistant Binder 
Mr. Bismarck Kofi Kusi Junior Library Assistant Grade I. 
Mr. Solomon Quartey Junior Library Assistant Grade II. 
Ms. Nora Ganusah Administrative Assistant 
Mr. Shaban S. Laari Senior Library Assistant 
Ms . Patience Matey Junior Library Assistant Grade II. 
Ms. Merryland Sowah Bindery Assistant Grade I. 
Mrs . Sheila Alloi Junior Library Assistant Grade II . 
Mrs . Doris Achianor Senior Clerk Grade 
New Appointments 
Mr. Henry Atsu Agbodza Senior lCT Assistant 
Mr. Paul Edem Amuzu Snr. Admin. Assistant (Resource Centre) 
Miss Winifred Bentil Senior Library Assistant 
Mr. Kingsley Awedoba Kalinsi Senior Clerk (lCn 
Reassignment 
Transfers: 
Mr. Emmanuel Quaye a Library Assistant has been transferred to LECIA. 
Education 
The folloWing senior Ijunior staff members of the lib.dl)' completed their Degree 
courses at the Department of Information Studies. 
Mrs Cecilia Arde-Acquah 
Mr. Chris Bubuama 
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Leave Absence 
Mrs. Emelia Agyei. a Library Assistant is on leave of absence without pay for two 
years from October 2004 - October .2006. 
Nana Barfi-Adomako is studying abroa d for two years starting ea rly 2005. 
BALME LIBRARY COMPUfER LABORATORY ACI1VlTIES FOR THE YEAR 2005/2006 
General 
Computer literacy programmes were held in the computer laboratory of the Balme 
Library for all interested parties. 
• Innovative Millennium Software Training for transfer trainees. 
Modules tra ining for administration . cataloguing and Circulation staff. 
INASP training and workshop. 
Series of refresher and training programmes for Balme Library and State lite 
Libraries staff on the usage of the Three Modules of Innovative Millennium 
Software. 
Internet training for Post-graduate students. 
Internet training for undergraduate students (Levels 200 and 400). 
CONFERENCE 
The following Members of staff attended the Ghana Library AsSOCiation Conference 
in December. 2006: 
Prof. A.A. Alemna 
Mrs. Victoria Dodoo 
Mr. J .O. Amekuedee 
Mrs. Theodosia S.A. Adanu 
Mrs . Angelina L. Armah 
Ms. Margaret Vowotor 
Ms. Olivia A. Kpodoe 
Mrs. Gladys Kwadzo 
Mrs. Sarah Adinku 
Mr. Newton Y. Akrong 
Mr. E .A. Akyeampong 
Mrs. C. Arde-Acquah 
Mr. E. Pobi 
Mr. Reginald Sam 
PUBLICATIONS 
Amekuedee. J.O. and Adanu. T. . "Women Librarians in Ghana: their status 
and career development". African Journal of Libraries. Archives and 
Information SCience (2006). vol.16 No.1 
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• Alemna. A.A. "Current Information and Development Issues in Ghana. 
Alexandria. Vol. 18. No.2. 2006 pp 63-69. 
Alemna. A.A. "An analytical study of Masters Dissertations on Balme Library. 
University of Ghana". African Journal of Library. Archives and Information 
Science. Vol. 16. No.2. 2006. pp.7l-78 
Alemna. A.A. "Critical Issues in Information and Communication 
Technologies for Rural Development in Ghana". Information Development 
Vol.22. No.4. 2006. pp 236-241. 
Dodoo.V. and Alemna. A.A. "Copyright and Literary Piracy in Ghana". African 
Research and Documentation. No.1 00. 2006. pp 21-27 
ACQUISITIONS DEPARTMENT 
Balme Library was privileged to receive book donations from a number of 
individuals and corporate bodies. notable among them being: 
Environmental Protection Agency - EPA Reports 
United Nations All UN Publications 
World Bank All World Bank Publications 
American Biographical Institute Contemporary Who is Who of 
Professionals 
IBIS Education for Dent. Accra 20 copies of a publication on Local 
Government Elections in Ghana 
Mr. Ketiboa K. Blay 20 copies of his own publication on 
Ezinlibo Community. 
Council for Scientific & Industrial - Yearly Reports and other 
Research publications of the Institute. 
OPEC Fund for International Publications on the OPEC Fund and 
Development International Development. 
International Water Management - Publications on Water Management 
Institute. Accra. 
Elon University International Students - 150 assorted books 
Tropenbos International. Ghana 5 Publications on Natural Resources 
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COUNSELLING AND PLACEMENT CENTRE 
OVERVIEW 
The Counselling and Placement Centre was established to meet the needs of 
students in the varied facets of their campus life. In this regard the Centre 
provides various services to meet the needs of students. The year under review 
saw the Centre organising and implementing the full range of services that we 
provide for students year by year. For the purpose of clarity. I wish to mention the 
various services the Centre offers. before commenting on their execution during 
the period from January 2006 to January 2007. 
SERVICES OFFERED 
The Centre offers seven major services: (1) Individual counselling. (2) Group 
counselling. (3) Preventive guidance seminars. (4) Career development seminars 
and (5) Colloquia with various companies for the benefit of students. (6) Peer 
Counselling training. and (7) Outreach programmes to first. second and third 
cycle institutions outside the university. Some of the services are offered round 
the year while others are organised during specific semesters. Below is a summary 
of the schedule for these services: 
All year round 
Individual counselling 
• Group counselling 
Peer Counselling training 
Outreach programmes to institutions outside the university. 
First Semester 
Preventive guidance seminars 
Second Semester 
Career development seminars 
Colloquia with companies 
The main activities carried out by the Centre during the second semester of the 
2005/2006 academic year. 
SECOND SEMETER 2005/2006 
The period was from January to May of 2006. 
Career Orientation 
The Centre normally organises colloquia for students for their career orientation 
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and invite various organisations and institutions to share with students. 
Organisations that honoured our invitation included Finsec Consult. Stancha rt 
and Databank. The rest of the time was taken by the Counselling Centre and we 
treated students to various paradigm changing topics including Mission statement 
writing, Principles for Marketing Yourself, and How to be successful in life. 
Career Planning Seminar 
From 30th January to 7th April 2006 the Centre organised a 10-week Career 
Development Programme for levels 200-400 students. Students were made to 
register for one of three training sessions which took place on Mondays, 
Wednesdays or Fridays, from 12.00-1.30 p.m. at the· SRC Conference building. 
Some of the topics treated were 
• Importance of Career planning 
Writing Resumes & CVs 
Searching Successfully for a Job 
Preparing for Interviews 
• Develop Principles of Entrepreneurship 
• Time Management and Decision Making 
• Principles for Transformational Leadership 
A 10-day Career Planning Programme was organised for students who were not 
able to patronise the main programme during the semester. The same topics 
were covered. All together about 150 students registered for both training 
programmes. 
Peer Counselling Training 
The semester's Peer Counselling training was from 23rd March to 20th April 
2006. The second set of Peer Counsellors was trained from 22nd May to 6th June 
2006. In all 30 Peer Counsellors were trained in the semester. 
Students' Resource Room 
The Centre was able to prepare the resource room and equipped it with the 
computer desks and eight swivel chairs. The room is also air-conditioned and 
tiled with ceramic tiles. The Vice-Chancellor kindly issued three new computers 
to the Centre for the project even though we requested for 10. However, the room 
is yet to be networked and connected to the internet. We wish to request that the 
Chairman helps us to acqUire eight more computers for the set up so we can 
connect the room to the net. 
Refurbishing the Centre 
During the long vacation the Centre refurbished some of the facilities. The 
Director's office. General Office. Computer Resource Room and the new counselling 
room were furnished with ceramic tiles and all the rooms were repainted. The 
courtyard of the Centre is yet to be reWed with concrete titles. 
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FIRST SEMESTER 2006/2007 
Fresher's Orientation 
During the first semester we introduced the first year students to the Counselling 
and Placement Centre dUring the Freshers Orientation. This was on 14th August 
2006. 
Preventive Seminar 
We also organised a 10-week preventive guidance programme every Friday from 
4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at the Jones Quartey Lecture Complex for Students. The topics 
that were treated include: 
• Orientation for Freshers 
Orientation for Mature students 
Seminar for Graduate students' 
How to Study Effectively 
Relating Responsibly to the Opposite Sex 
Managing Stress 
How to Manage Finances on Campus 
Preparing for Examinations 
Individual Counselling 
One of the main activities of the Centre is providing individual counselling for 
students on a variety of issues. During the first semester the main challenges 
that most students come to the Centre with is the issue of subject choices and 
what to drop or add. 
Visit by Accra Metro Guidance and Counselling Staff 
On the 15th November we hosted a visit from the Accra Metropolitan Guidance 
and Counselling outfit. About 50 Guidance and Counselling Co-ordinators from 
various second and first cycle institutions in the Accra Metropolis visited the 
Centre for a three-hour orientation on the activities and functions of the Centre. 
We took them round the Centre and gave them a PowerPoint presentation of the 
activities of the Centre. The venue for the presentation was the Conference 
room at the School of Graduate Studies. 
SECOND SEMESTER 2006/2007 (JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2007) 
Internship/Outreach 
The semester began on Friday 19th January 2007. The following week, that is, 
from 22nd to 26th January 2006, the Centre hosted two Counselling staff from 
the Takoradi Polytechnic who came to understudy how programmes are run at 
our Centre since there is a very young one. They were privileged to join our staff 
to an outreach programme to Aburi Girls Secondary School on 23rd January 2006, 
where the students were oriented on the University's admission procedures and 
the current interpretation of the new WASSCE grading system. 
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Developing and Setting Up Higher Education Institutions Careers Services 
Programme for Ghanaian Graduates 
The Dean of Students coordinated the set up of a Career Services programme to 
augment the work of the Counselling and Placement Centre. This is supposed" be 
a joint project between the University of Ghana and the University of East London. 
The University of East London Contract Manager Ben Apenteng (of UEL Work 
Bank) and Hannah Simcoe-Read (Business School and Project Director of ESF 
Funded project EMPOWER) liaised with Dr Bruce Banoeng-Yakubo (Dean of 
Students) during 2006 on how Ben Apenteng could use UEL's WorkBank model to 
aid the University of Ghana in setting up a more effective Careers Service to 
support its 28,000 students. The project was earmarked to have commenced in 
January 2007. however, the university authorities had not been adequately 
informed on the project, and therefore the Counselling and Placement Centre, 
which is supposed to be the main link now between UEL and UG saw the need to 
cast the vision more effectively for all stakeholders to be fully informed of the 
significance of the project. 
The aim of the project is to promote institutional capacity building for career and 
employment skills and business and management skills related to running Higher 
Educations Institutions (HEIs) Career Services. Personal and career development 
planning for-life-long learning for higher institution graduates is the main 
emphasis. The University of Ghana will be used as a model to develop a University 
Career Services programme, which can be replicated at other HEIs. 
Counselling At Accra City Campus 
Ms Sarah Adoo who lectures part-time at the Accra Cist Campus now offers 
counselling services to students there. 
Staffing 
The staff of the Centre comprises two professional counsellors, an Assi!;tant 
Registrar. three National Service personnel. a secretary and a messenger/ 
cleaner. Presently there are only two part-time counsellors who come to the Centre 
once a week for consultation with students. They are Dr. J.J. Lampley. a 
psychiatrist. and Dr. Araba Sefa-Dedeh, a Clinical Psychologist. It would be 
appreCiated If more counsellors could be employed by the university to augment 
the work by the existing staff. 
Office Acconunodation 
At the last meeting of the Board the Centre's precarious office accommodation 
challenges were highlighted. It must be emphasised that until we get more office 
space the Centre cannot fully function to its maximum potential. We wish to 
request as a matter of urgency that Volta basin Research Project is relocated as 
soon as possible so that the whole building could be renovated to function fully as 
a Counselling Centre befitting the status of this university_ 
CONCLUSION 
On the whole the Centre has been doing its best with the staff and space 
constraints. We wish to appeal to the University to help the Centre acquire a bus 
for the day to day running of our actiVities and also to continue to show even 
more interest in the actiVities of the Centre. We believe that students would 
benefit more from the centre if the main constraints to staff inadequacy and 
space are dealt with. 
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UNIVERSITY OF GHANA BUSINESS SCHOOL 
OVERVIEW 
The 2005/2006 academic year saw the UCBS successfully running it programmes 
under it six new departments of Accounting. Marketing. Finance. Operations 
and Management Information Systems. Public Administration and Health Services 
Management and Organization and Human Resource Management. 
For the first time. the Business School. Faculty of Science and Faculty of 
Agriculture held an impressive congregation in November. 2006. 
The School also saw the refurbishment of its Auditorium. New Offices for staff 
had also been created at the rooftop of the School building. 
The School continued to attract a large number of applicants to its programmes 
though measures were taken to control the intake to enable staff have an effective 
supervision of students. 
EMBA 
The Executive programme Is also gaining popularity with the Nation's executives 
and the number of applicants continue to increase with two cohorts of intake in 
February and August. 
The UC/HFC facility in town has been well utilized. Most executive students find 
the place easy to access and are requesting for the posSibility of running the two 
year programme down town. 
The diploma programmes in Accounting and Public Adminisv-ation is now run 
successfully at the City Campus. 
CMRPD continues to organize research and training programmes for practitioners 
and professionals in the field . 
STUDENT NUMBERS 
Diploma in Accounting I 52 
Diploma in Accounting II 49 
Diploma if' Public Administration I 88 
Diploma in Public Administration II 78 
BSc Level 100 309 
BSc Level 200 411 
BSc Level 300 453 
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BSc Level 400 342 
MPAI 6 
MPAII 20 
MBA I 157 
MBI II 152 
MPhii I 19 
MPhii II 16 
STAFF POSITION 
Professors 2 
Senior Lecturers 14 
Lecturers 25 
Senior Administrative Staff 7 
Senior Staff 32 
Junior Staff 48 
Sabbatical/Study Leave/Leave of absence 
Dr. S.N. Buatsi 
Mr. K.A. Osei 
M"r. C.K.D. Adjasi 
RESEARCH PROJECTS 
Abor. J. (2006) : Determinants of the Capital Structure of Ghanaian Firms. African 
Economic Research Consortium. Nairobi. Kenya. 
Amidu. M. An Examination of Corporate Governance Practices of the Non-
Traditional Export Sector of Ghana: An Exploratory Study.' DANIDA Centre Jor 
Intemational Business. University of Ghana. 
Amidu. M. Determinants of Dividend Payout Ratios in Ghana." University of Ghana 
Business School. Published in Joumal oj Risk Finance. Vol. 7 (2) 
Ofori. D. "Market orientation and Export Performance: A Ghanaian Study". DANIDA 
Centre for International Business. Working Paper July 2006. With Hinson. Rand 
Mohammed. A. 
Ofori. D. "Corporate Social Responsibility and Firm Performance: Perspectives 
from Ghanaian SMEs." University of Ghana Business School. With Mohammed 
Amidu. 
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PUBLICATIONS 
Abor. J. (2006)(2005). The Effect of Capital Structure on Profitability: Empirical 
Analysis of Listed Firms in Ghana. Journal oj Risk Finance. VoI.6(5). pp .438-445. 
US. 
Abor. J.(2005), Varying Forms of Financing Ghanaian Non-Traditional 
Exporters~ Afiicanus: Journal oJDevelopment Studies. Vol. 35(2). pp.18-27 (with R. 
Hinson). 
AborJ.(2005). Corporate Reliance on Bank Loans: Evidence from Listed Companies 
in Ghana. South Afiican Journal oj Economic and Management Sciences. Vol. 8(4) . 
pp. 479-489. 
Abor. J .(2006), Gender and the Composition of Corporate Boards: A Ghanaian 
Study. IndianJournaloJGenderStudies. Vol. 13(1). pp.83-95. (M. Amidu). 
Abor. J .(2006). Female-Owned Businesses and Access to Finance: Evidence from 
the Ghanaian Non-Traditional Export Sector. Gender & Behaviour. Vol.. 4( 1). pp.508-
518. 
Abor. J.(2006), Determinants of Dividend Payout Ratio in Ghana. Journal oJ Risk 
Finance. Vol. 7(2). pp.136-145. USA. (M. Amidu). 
Abor. J .(2006), The Role of Non-Executive Directors in the Ghanaian SME Sector. 
Journal oJCorporate Board. Vol. 2(1) . pp.39-47 (with E . Sarpong-Kumankoma and 
M. Amidu) . 
Amidu M. & Hinson R (2006), "Credit Risk. Capital Structure and Lending Decisions 
oJBanks in Ghana" Banks and Bank Systems, International Research Journal, 
Volume 1. Issue l.pp 93-101 
Amidu. M & Abor. J. (2006) "Gender and the Composition of Corporate Boards: A 
Ghanaian Study" Indian Journal of Gender Studies, Vol. 13, No (1). pp. 83-95 
Amidu . M. & Abor. J, (2006) "Determinants oj Dividend Payout Ratios in Ghana. • 
Journal of Risk Finance, Vol. 7 (2), pp. 136-145 
Kumakuma. S .. Amidu, M. & Abor. J . (2006) "TIle Role ojN on-Executive Directors in 
the Ghanaian SME Sector." International Scientific Journal on Corporate Board, 
Volume 2. Issue 1. pp. 39-47 
Hinson R.. Otieku R. & Amidu M. (2006) "An exploratory Study oJWomen in Ghana's 
Accountancy ProJession "Gender and Behaviour Journal. Volume 4 . Number I. pp 
589-609 
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Hinson R.. & Amidu M.(2006) "Internet Adoption amongst Final Year Students in 
Ghana's Oldest Business SchoolP Library Review. Volume 55. Issue 5. pp. 314-
323 
Hinson R.. Amidu. M. (2006) "Determinants of Ghanaian Bank Service Quality in a 
Universal Banking Dispensation" Banks and Bank Systems. Volume 1. Issue 2. 
pp.69-81 
Hinson R. (2006) "The Internet and Academics: Towards a Holistic Adoption Model" 
Online Information Review. Vol. 30. Issue 5. pp 542-554. 
Hinson R. and Sorenson O. (2006) "E-Business and small Ghanaian Exporters: 
Preliminary micro firm. explorations in the light of a digital divide". Online 
Information Review Vol. 30. Issue 2. pp 116-138. 
Hinson R. and Amidu M. (2006) "Internet Adoption amongst Final Year Students 
in Ghana's Oldest Business School" Library Review. Vol. 55. No.5. pp 314-323. 
Opoku R. and Hinson R. (2006) "Online Brand Personalities: An Exploratory 
Analysis of Selected African Countries" Place Branding Journal. Vol. 2. No.2. 
April 2006. pp. 118-129. 
Hinson R. Ofori. D. and Ayitiah P. (2006) "The Technological Environment of 
Banks and its usefulness to Consumers: A Case study of Barclays in Ghana" 
Botswana Journal of Technology Vol. 15. No.1. pp 60-72. 
Hinson R. Amidu M .. and Mensah R. (2006), "Determinants of Ghanaian Bank 
Service Quality in a Universal Banking Dispensation" Bank and Bank Systems 
Vol. 1 Issue 2. pp 69-81. 
Hinson R. (2006) "Do Ghanaian non-traditional exporters understand Sales 
management?" Ife Psychologia Vol. 14 No 1 pp 26 - 39. 
Ivang R.. Hinson R. and Somasundaram R. (2006) "Towards an E-markets Model" 
Journal of E-business. Combined Issue: Volume V. No.2 - Volume VI. No.1. pp 60-
68 
Bawuah K. Buame S. and Hinson R. (2006) "Reflections on African 
Entrepreneurship Education" Acta Commercii. pp 1 - 9. 
Hinson R. Otieku J. & Amidu M (2006). "An exploratory Study of Women in Ghana's 
Accountancy Profession" Gender and Behaviour. Vol. 4. No.1. pp 589 - 609. 
Amidu M. and Hinson R. (2006). "Credit Risk. Capital Structure and Lending 
Decisions of Banks in Ghana" Bank and Bank Systems. Vol. 1 Issue 1. pp 93-
101. 
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Addo E. and Hinson R. (2006) "ExplOling the legal framework for business and 
ethical practices in Ghana" Journal of Legal Ethical and Regulatory Issues. Vol. 9 
No.2. pp 69 - 80. 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A.. 2006. "Corporate board diversity and performance of 
Microfinance institutions: The effect of gender" Studies in Economics and 
Econometrics. VoI.30(3). pp.19-33. 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A.. Adjasi. K. D. C .. & Abor. J .. 2006. "Corporate govemance 
and finn peljonnance. Evidence from Ghana listed fr.rms" Journal of Corporate 
Ownership and Control. Vol. 4 (2). pp.13-132. 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Biekpe. N .. 2006. "The link between corporate governance 
and peljonnance oft he Non-1raditional Export sector: Evidence from Ghana". Corporate 
governance: International Journal of Business and Society. Vol. 6 (5) pp.609-623 .. 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Biekpe. N .. 2006. "The relationship between board size. 
board composition. CEO duality andflIm peljonnance: experience from Ghana". 
Journal of Corporate Ownership and Control. Vol. 4 (2). pp.114-122. 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. . 2006. "The impact ofc apital structure on the peljormance of 
Microfinance Institutions". Journal of Risk Finance. Vol. 8(1). pp 56-71 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Biekpe. N .. 2006. "Corporate governance and shareholder 
value l1\aximization: An African perspective". 3rd African Finance Journal 
Conference. Ghana. Published Conference Proceedings. pp.463-482 
Bokpin. G. A.. Kyereboah-Coleman. A.. & Aboagye. A.Q.Q .. 2006. "Corporate 
govemance and shareholder wealth maximization: Evidence from listed col1\Paflies in 
Ghana". 3rd African Finance Journal Conference. Ghana. Published Conference 
Proceedings. pp.483-500 
Amoah. B .. Kyereboah-Coleman. A.. & Hagan. E .. 2006. "The stock market and 
economic growth: The case of Ghana". 3rd African Finance Journal Conference. 
Ghana. Published Conference Proceedings. pp.37-54 
Ofori. D. (2006) :Problems of Project Management: Theory. Evidence and Opinion 
From Ghana." Monograph. Ghana Universities Press: Accra. 
Ofori. D .. Hinson. R. & Ayitiah. P.(2006) "The Technological Environment of Banks 
and Its Usefulness to Customers: A Case Study of Barclays Bank Ghana Ltd." 
Botswana 
JoumalofTechnology. 15. 1. 60-72. 
Ofori. D. (2006) "Problems of Project Management: An Exploratory Ghanaian 
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Study." in Workshop Series on project Management & Development in Ghana. (eds.) 
Dan Ofori and E. Sakyi. Vol.. 1. Woerli Publications: Accra. Pp 9-27. 
Ofori. 0.(2006). ·Contemporary Issues in project Management: in Workshop 
Series on Project Management & Development in Ghana. (eds.). Dan Ofori and E. Kojo 
Sakyi. Vol.l. Woerli Publications: Accra. Pp 1-8. 
Ofori. D. (2005)."Problems of Project Management: Some Empirical Evidence from 
Ghana." in Business in Ghana: A Reader. (eds) Dan Ofori and Robert Hinson. 
Woerli Publications: Accra. Pp 1-25. 
Poku. K. A .. with J. G. Linn. B. L. Fife. S. Azar & L. Kendrick. (2005). "A Comparative 
Analysis of Perceived Stigma among HIV-Positive Ghanaian and African-American 
Males: JoumalofSociaIAspectofHN/AlDS. 2(3):344-351.USA 
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 
Abor. J. An Empirical Test of the Agency problems and Capital Structure of South 
Africa SMEs. Third African Finance Journal Conference at the University of Ghana 
Business School. Legon. Ghana. July. 2006. (with N. Biekpe). 
Abor. J. Determinants of the Financial Decisions of Large Unquoted Firms in 
Ghana. Third African Finance Journal Conference at the University of Ghana 
Business School. Legon. Ghana. July. 2006 (with L. Kuukpen and E. Sarpong-
Kumankoma). 
Abor. J. Determinants of the C<1.pital Structure of Ghanaian Firms. African 
Economic Research Consortium Biannual Workshop. Nairobi. Kenya. May. 2006 
(Final report). 
Abor. J. A Review of Some Relevant Issues on SME Development in Ghana and 
South Africa. Third CEED International Entrepreneur Conference. United States 
International University (USIU). Nairobi. Kenya. May. 2006. (with N. Biekpe). 
Abor. J. Debt Policy and Performance of SMEs: Evidence from Ghanaian and 
South Africa Firms. Seventh International Academy of African Business and 
Development Conference at the Ghana Institute for Management and Public 
Administration. Ghana. May. 2006. Published Conference Proceedings. pp 522-
533 (with N. Biekpe). 
Abor. J. Comparison of Debt Financing between Exporting and Non-exporting Firms: 
Evidence from Ghana. Seventh International Academy of African Business and 
Development Conference at the Ghana Institute for Management and Public 
Administration. Ghana. May. 2006. Published Conference Proceedings. pp 534-
543. 
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Abor. J. The Role of Non-Executive Directors in the Ghanaian SME Sector. Seventh 
International Academy of African Business and Development Conference at Hoe 
Ghana Institute for Management and Public Administration. Ghana. May. 200b. 
Published Conference Proceedings. pp. 347-358. (with E. Sarpong-Kumankom \ 
and M. Amidu). 
Abor. J. The South African Financial Market and the Financing Choice of SMEs. 
Southern African Finance Association Annual Conference. University of Cape 
Town. South Africa. January. 2006 (with N. Biekpe). 
Kumakuma. S .. Amidu. M. & Abor. J. (2006) "The RoleojNon-Executive Directors in 
the !]hanaian SME Sector." 7th International Academy of Mrican Business & 
Deve'opment Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), 
AccLl. Ghana. 23 - 27 May 2006. 
Amidu. M. & Harvey S.K. (2006) Is There Link Between Monetary Policy and Banks 
Lending Behaviour in Ghana: 7th International Academy of Mrican Business & 
Development Ghana Institute L,f Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). 
Accra. Ghana. 23 - 27 May 2006. 
Ofori. D & Amidu. M (2006). 'Corporate Social ResponsibUity and SMEs Performance. 
Ghanaian Perspective.' 3re International Entrepreneurship Conference on 
Fostering Entrepreneurship and SMEs in Mrica United State International 
University. Nairobi. Kenya. 29 - 31 May. 2006. 
Amidu. M. & Harvey S.K. (2006) The Impact oj Monetary Policy on Banks Lending 
Behaviour in Ghana: 11th Annual Conference of Mrica Econometric Society 
African Institute for Economic Development and Planning. Dakar. Senegal. 5th -
7th July 2006 
Harvey S.K & Amidu. M. (2006) Injlation Forecast In Ghana Using ARIMA Model 
11th Annual Conference of Mrica Econometric Society African Institute for 
EconOmic Development and Planning. Dakar. Senegal. 5th - 7th July 2006 
Amidu. M. & Harvey S. K. (2006) Banks Lending Behaviour and Economic Growth ;. 
Ghana: 3rd Mrica Finance Journal Conference. Crystal Royal Hotel. Accr: .. 
Ghana.12th - 13h July 2006 
Simpson S. N. Y. . Aboagye-Otchere. F. & Amidu. M .. (2006) Credit Managemen 
Ghanaian Insurance Firm:3rd Mrica Finance Journal Conference. Crystal Ro 
Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 12th - 13h July 2006 
Domfeh. Kwame A. International Conference on Indigenous Knowledge Syst{ 
in Africa and their Relevance for Sustainable Development. Brussels. Belgil 
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November 20-25. 2005; Paper Presented: "Indigenous Knowledge Systems and 
the Need for Policy and Institutional Reforms." 
Domfeh. K.A. International Training Programme (ITP) on Environmental Impact 
Assessment and Information and Communication Technology Applications (EIA-
ICT), Brussels. Belgium. June 13-16. 2006. Paper Presented: "Environmental 
Policy and Assessment Culture in Developing Countries". 
Amidu. M. & Harvey. S.K. (2006) Is There Link Between Monetary Policy and 
Banks Lending Behaviour in Ghana: 7th International Academy of Mrican 
Business & Development. Ghana Institute of Management and Public 
Administration (GIMPA). Accra. Ghana. 23 - 27 May. 2006. 
Amidu. M. & Harvey. S.K. (2006) The Impact of Monetary Policy on Banks Lending 
Behaviour in Ghana: lIth Annual Conference of Mrica Econometric Society. 
African Institute for Economic Development and Planning, Dakar. Senegal. 5th -
7th July. 2006. 
Harvey. S.K. & Amidu. M. (2006) Inflation ForecastIn Ghana UsingARIMAModeJ. 
11 th Annual Conference of Mrica Econometric Society. Mrican Institute for 
Economic Development and Planning. Dakar. Senegal. 5th - 7th July. 2006. 
Amidu. M. & Harvey. S.K. (2006) Banks Lending BehaviOur and Economic Growth 
in Ghana: 3rd Mrica Finance Journal Conference. Crystal Royal Hotel. Accra. 
Ghana 12-13thJuly. 2006. 
Harvey. S.K.. Agyire. Tetteh F.K. and Hagan E. (2006) Import Demand in Ghana: 
Structure. Behaviour and Stability: 3rd Mrica Finance Journal Conference. 
Crystal Royal Hotel. Accra, Ghana, 12-13th July. 2006. 
Soli. V.O .. Harvey. S.K. and Hagan E. (2006) Fiscal Policy. private Investment 
and Economic Growth: The Case of Ghana: 3rd Africa Finance Journal Conference. 
Crystal Royal Hotel. Accra. Ghana. 12-13th July. 2006. 
Agyire, Tetteh. F.K.. Harvey. S.K. and Hagan. E. (2006) Real Exchange Rate 
Volatility and International Trade Flows: Evidence from Ghana: 3rd Mrica Finance 
Journal Conference. Crystal Royal Hotel. Accra. Ghana 12-13thJuly. 2006 
Zangina. M.L. Harvey. S.K. . Osei. K.A. Investment Interdependencies of Firms 
in Ghana: 3rd Mrica Finance Journal Conference. Crystal Royal Hotel. Accra. 
Ghana. 12-13thJuly. 2006. 
Ivang R. Hinson R. and Somasundaram R (2006) "Towards an E-markets Model" 
International Academy of E-business. 6th Annual Conference. Orlando. FlOrida. 
March 23-26 
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Hinson R. and Sorenson, O. (2006), "E-Business in Small Ghanaian Exporting 
Firms: The Role of Financial Institutions" 3rd Africa Finance Journal Conference. 
Ghana 12th - 14th July. 2006 
Saffu K. WalkerJ. and Hinson R. (2006) "Strategic Value and E-commerce adoption: 
An empirical Study of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana" 51 st ICSB 
World Conference. Melbourne. Australia. 18th - 21st June 2006 
Hinson R. and Sorenson. O. (2006), "E-business and Small and Medium Enterprise 
(SME) Exporter Internationalisation Strategy: A Conceptual Overview" 
International Academy of African Business and Development (lAABD) Conkrence. 
GIMPA. Accra. Ghana May. 2006 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Biekpe. N .. 2006. "Corporate governance and shareholder 
value maximization: An Ajrican perspective". Presented at the 3rd African Finance 
Journal Conference. Ghana. July 
Bokpin. G. A .. Kyereboah-Coleman, A.. & Aboagye. A.Q.Q .• 2006. "Corporate 
governance and shareholder wealth maximization: Evidencef rom listed companies in 
Ghana". Presented at the 3rd African Finance Journal Conference. Ghana. July 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Adjasi C .. 2006. "Sustainability and success oJmicrofinance: 
The case oj Ghana". Presented at the African Economic Research Consortium 
Biannual Workshop. Nairobi. Kenya. May/June (Final Report). 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A & Biekpe. N .. 2006. "Corporate governance andfmancing 
choices ojf ums: A panel data analysis". Presented at the 15th Annual Conference 
of the Southern African Finance Association. University of Cape Town. South 
Africa. January 
Kyereboah-Coleman. A. & Amidu. M .. 2006. "Corporate governance and the 
performance of the Non-Traditional Export Sector: Exploring the Nexus". Presented 
at the 11 th Export Forum Organized by the Danida Centre for International 
Business. Ghana. 
Ofori. D. First Workshop Series on Project Management & Development in Ghana. 
UGBS. Legon. November 11. 2005. Paper presented: "Problems of Project 
Management In Ghana: Some Exploratory Insights." 
Ofori. D. First Workshop Series on project Management & Development in Ghana. 
UGBS. Legon. November 11. 2005. Paper Presented: problems of Project 
Management: Some Contemporary Issues." 
Ofori. D. 33rd Academy ofInternational Business Conference (AlB-UK) Manchester 
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Business School. Manchester. UK. April 7 - 8. 2006. Paper presented: "Corporate 
Social Responsibility (CSR) Perspectives of Leading Finns in Ghana." 
Ofori. D. Seventh International Conference (Internal Academy of African BUSiness 
and Development) IAABD) GIMPA. Accra. Ghana. May 23-27. 2006. Paper 
presented: "Business' Corporate Social Responsibility: Theory. Opinion and 
Evidence From Ghana." 
Ofori. D. Third International Conference on Entrepreneurship (CEED) United 
States International University (USIU). Nairobi. Kenya. May 29-31. 2006. Paper 
presented: "Corporate Social Responsibility and SME Perfonnance: Perspective 
From Ghana." With Mohammed Amidu & Simon Harvey. 
Ofori. D. Third African Finance Journal Conference. Cresta Royale Hotel. Accra. 
Ghana. July 12-13. 2006. Paper presented: :In Search of Financial Nirvana: 
What has Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Got To Do With itT. 
Ofori. D. Third African Finance Journal Conference. Cresta Royale Hotel. Accra. 
Ghana. July 12-13. 2006. Paper presented: ::Bank Lending Behaviour and 
Economic Growth in Ghana." With Mohamn,ed Amidu & Simon Harvey. 
Ofori. D. First Internal Conference on ICT for Development. Education and 
Training. UNCC. Addis Ababa. Ethiopia. May 24 -...... 2006 
Ofori. D. Eleventh DANIDA Export Forum. University of Ghana Business School. 
July 26. 2006. Paper presented: "Market Orientation and Export Perfonnance: A 
Ghanaian Study." With Hinson. R. and Mohammed. M. 
Poku. K.A American Society of Human Genetics Annual Meeting. Los Angeles. 
USA. October 19-24.2005. 
Poku. K.A. Joint Congress of the Southern African Society of Human Genetics 
and the African Society of Human Genetics. Johannesburg. South Africa. March 
12-16.2005 
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