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News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/minister-sam-george-confirmed-as-gctu-alumni-homecoming-2025-speaker/Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, will headline the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) Alumni Homecoming slated for May 6–11, 2025.
The event, themed “Celebrating Legacy, Embracing the Future of Technology,” aims to foster dialogue on technological innovation and alumni contributions to national development.Alumni President Magdalene Lamptey formally invited George during a courtesy call on April 14, 2025, emphasizing his critical role in advancing Ghana’s digital agenda. “Your leadership aligns with our vision to connect academia, industry, and national progress,” Lamptey stated, underscoring the alumni community’s enthusiasm for his participation.
In accepting the invitation, George lauded GCTU’s legacy in nurturing skilled professionals for Ghana’s tech sector. “This institution has been instrumental in our digital transformation journey,” he said, pledging support for deeper collaboration between the university and the country’s technology ecosystem. He expressed optimism about the homecoming’s potential to inspire innovation and strengthen partnerships.
The weeklong event will convene alumni, students, and industry leaders at GCTU’s main campus, featuring discussions on emerging technologies and their socioeconomic impact. George’s involvement is expected to spotlight policy initiatives aimed at bolstering digital infrastructure and inclusive growth.GCTU, renowned for its focus on communication and technology education, continues to play a strategic role in equipping Ghana’s workforce for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The homecoming underscores the university’s commitment to bridging academic excellence with real-world technological advancements, leveraging alumni networks to drive national development goals.The inclusion of high-profile figures like Sam George in academic forums reflects a growing recognition of education’s role in shaping policy and innovation. As Ghana accelerates its digital ambitions, such collaborations between policymakers and institutions may prove pivotal in translating theoretical knowledge into scalable, transformative solutions for the continent.
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