More than 600 females were among the 1,178 students who graduated from KAAF University during its 14th graduation ceremony, marking a significant stride toward gender parity in higher education.
The female graduates represented over 51 percent of the total number,a milestone the university described as a reflection of Ghana’s growing success in promoting gender equality in tertiary education.
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The graduating students completed programmes from the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Law and Political Science, Faculty of Business and Education, Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, and the Graduate School.
Speaking on the theme “Empowering Minds, Shaping Futures,” Dr Francis Acheampong, Vice Chancellor of KAAF University, said the theme captured the institution’s mission of nurturing innovation, discipline, and leadership.
He congratulated the graduands for their dedication and resilience, noting that KAAF had continued to evolve since earning its Presidential Charter in December 2024, a milestone affirming its commitment to quality higher education in Ghana.
“We are particularly proud of our achievements. Our focus on hands-on learning, especially in Allied Health Sciences, ensures that our graduates meet the expectations of the modern job market,” Dr. Acheampong stated.
He said students in health-related programmes gained practical experience through attachments with private hospitals, giving them real-world exposure to professional practice.
Mr. Michael Aidoo, Founder of KAAF University, reiterated the institution’s vision to bridge the engineering gap in private tertiary education.
“When we established KAAF, very few private universities offered engineering. We took it upon ourselves to fill that gap,” he said, emphasizing the need for greater national investment in science and engineering education to drive industrial growth.
On national issues, Mr Aidoo urged government to tackle flooding decisively by demolishing illegal structures on waterways, enforcing sanitation laws, and collaborating with engineers to design improved drainage systems across the country.
Mrs Theresa Apeasah Aidoo, Pro Vice Chancellor, expressed confidence that the graduates were well-prepared for the world of work.
“The training we have given our students makes them independent thinkers, ready to solve real-world challenges. We are proud of graduates who will support doctors and engineers to build our nation,” she said.
She also encouraged the nursing and midwifery graduates to maintain professionalism and compassion in their service, describing empathy as an essential quality in healthcare delivery.
The ceremony celebrated not only the graduates’ achievements but also KAAF University’s expanding reputation as a centre of excellence in practical and technical education.
