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Emerita Professor Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi, FGA President, Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS)
Emerita Professor Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi, FGA

It is with great honour and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the official website of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS). As the premier learned society in Ghana, GAAS remains committed to advancing knowledge, fostering intellectual discourse, and driving impactful research that addresses national and global challenges.

As we embark on this new chapter, I aim to strengthen the Academy’s role as a beacon of scientific and scholarly excellence, ensuring our work remains relevant, innovative, and transformative. With a focus on collaboration, inclusivity, and thought leadership, we will continue to create a dynamic platform for scholars, policymakers, and the broader society to engage in meaningful discussions that shape the future of Ghana and beyond.

I encourage you to explore our rich array of programs, publications, and initiatives. Whether you are a researcher, student, policymaker, or knowledge enthusiast, GAAS offers a unique space for intellectual engagement and academic excellence.

Together, let us uphold the Academy’s legacy of scholarship, inspire the next generation, and harness the power of knowledge for sustainable development.

Welcome to GAAS – where knowledge meets impact!

Sincerely,

Emerita Professor Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi, FGA
President, Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS)

GAAS News
GAAS News
Harnessing Digital Tools for Development: Highlights from GAAS’ Inaugural Lecture

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) hosted an Inaugural Lecture on the theme “Harnessing Technology for Transformative Monitoring and Evaluation: A Framework for Sustainable Development.” The lecture was delivered by Prof. Kwaku Appiah-Adu, FGA, a renowned scholar in governance and public policy. He explored how digital tools can be leveraged to enhance monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems in ways that improve governance, transparency, and service delivery. The event was held at the GAAS Secretariat in Accra on Thursday, 8th May 2025.

GAAS Joins PIAC to Launch 2024 Annual Report

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) participated in the launch of the 2024 Annual Report of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) on Tuesday, 29th April 2025, at the British Council, Accra. GAAS was represented by Prof. Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi (President), Prof. Obeng Adjei (Honorary Secretary), and Mr. Daniel Hormeku (Executive Secretary).

GAAS Council Retreat Deepens Engagement and Charts Strategic Path Forward

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) convened a day-long Council Retreat on Wednesday, 16th April 2025, at the GAAS Secretariat in Accra. The retreat brought together Council Members and Heads of Units from the Secretariat for a purposeful exchange of ideas, institutional updates, and forward-looking discussions to strengthen the Academy’s operations and amplify its impact.

Prof. Akilagpa Sawyerr Honoured as WACREN Launches New Leadership and Advocacy Award

Prof. Akilagpa Sawyerr (FGA), renowned Ghanaian academic and former President of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, was honoured on 10th April 2025 at the 10th Annual Conference of the West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN) in Dakar. He received the inaugural edition of a landmark award celebrating leadership and advocacy in advancing research and education across the continent. The award, which now bears his name, was created to recognize his exceptional contributions to higher education policy and developing digital research infrastructure in Africa. His legacy continues to shape academic and scientific progress across the region.

A Master of Arts and Science: Professor Ladé Wosornu Celebrated At 88

Prof. Ladé Wosornu, FGA, a distinguished Ghanaian surgeon, poet, and academic, known for his exceptional contributions to both the medical and literary fields has been honoured for his exceptional global contributions to literature, arts, and science. The celebration, held on World Theatre Day at the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) Secretariat on March 27, 2025, also marked the recent occasion of his 88th birthday.

GAAS Paves the Way for a National Science and Technology Centre (STC) in Ghana

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS) has successfully concluded a high-level meeting with key stakeholders to finalize plans for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Science and Technology Centre (STC) in Ghana. This initiative aims to bolster science literacy and innovation through inclusive, hands-on learning experiences for diverse communities. The meeting took place at the GAAS Secretariat on 26th March 2025, in Accra.

GAAS Council Engages Vice President, Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyeman (FGA) in Strategic Dialogue

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS), in its commitment to fostering intellectual discourse and evidence-based policymaking, hosted Prof. Peter Quartey, FGA’s inaugural lecture on March 13, 2025, at the GAAS auditorium in Accra. As part of GAAS’s efforts to shape national economic discussions, the lecture explored the theme “Debt, Investment, and Growth in Ghana: Did We Borrow to Consume?”, providing critical insights into the country’s fiscal challenges and policy direction.

Ghana’s Borrowing Must Shift from Consumption to Investment – Prof. Quartey

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences (GAAS), in its commitment to fostering intellectual discourse and evidence-based policymaking, hosted Prof. Peter Quartey, FGA’s inaugural lecture on March 13, 2025, at the GAAS auditorium in Accra. As part of GAAS’s efforts to shape national economic discussions, the lecture explored the theme “Debt, Investment, and Growth in Ghana: Did We Borrow to Consume?”, providing critical insights into the country’s fiscal challenges and policy direction.