Entity data
Entity name
TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Type of entity
University / Research centre / Technological institute
Region
Country
Ghana
Scope of competence
Takoradi Technical University, with its strong capacity in TVET, applied research, industry-driven innovation, and community empowerment, is well-positioned as a partner for cross-border cooperation such as INTERREG. Its competencies directly align with key priorities - SDGs 4, 9, 13, 5 and 17). Leveraging expertise in digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive development, it stands as a credible forward-looking institution for delivering measurable societal impact across regions.
Territorial scope
TTU’s territorial scope spans local, national, regional, and global levels. Locally, it drives socioeconomic and entrepreneurial growth with communities, unions, and industries. Nationally, it strengthens Ghana’s human capital through skills training. Regionally, it collaborates with West African institutions e.g. ECOWAS to boost workforce mobility. Globally, TTU engages in international networks and aligns with the UN SDGs.
Priorities and specific objectives
Priority 1 - SMART MAC
Priority 2 - GREEN MAC
Priority 4 - MOBILITY MAC
Contact person
Name
MAAME AFUA NKRUMAH
Position
DIRECTOR, DIRECTORATE OF RESEARCH INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
maame.nkrumah@ttu.edu.gh