Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences

Water is life. But in Ghana, it is under threat. GAAS warns that illegal mining (galamsey) is polluting water bodies and putting SDG 6 at risk. Women and girls bear the greatest burden. Protect our water. Protect our future. #WorldWaterDay #WaterAndGender #Galamsey #SDG6

Happening Tomorrow GAAS hosts its 2026 Inaugural Lecture. Prof. Joe-Nat Clegg Lamptey will speak on: “The Breast: Blessing or Curse? Mitigating the Scourge of Breast Cancer in Ghana.” Date: 12 March 2026 Time: 5:30 PM Venue: GAAS Secretariat

Women are shaping knowledge, advancing discovery, and inspiring future generations. On International Women’s Day, GAAS celebrateswomen whose scholarship, creativity, and leadership continue to enrich the sciences, arts, and humanities. @UN_Women @UNESCO @UNDPGhana #IWD2026

On day 3 of the J.B. Danquah Memorial Lecture Series, Prof. Ben Ahunu, FGA, said no partnership should place one party in a subordinate position. Fairness and mutual respect must define cooperation.Lecture delivered by Prof Lloyd Adu Amoah of UniversityofGhana

At the J.B. Danquah Memorial Lectures, Prof. Lloyd George Adu Amoah examined Africa–China relations. In her closing remarks, Emerita Prof. Takyiwaa Manuh reflected on structural imbalance, digital influence and debt, urging strategic clarity for Africa. #GAAS #AfricaChina

At the J.B. Danquah Memorial Lecture, Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi stressed the need to confront racism within Africa–China relations and reassess whether the engagement advances real transformation. #GAAS #AfricaChina #Leadership

At the J.B. Danquah Memorial Lecture, Prof. Lloyd G. Adu Amoah questioned whether decades of Chinese investment have delivered real industrial transformation. Only 11.5% of Africa’s workforce is in industry. Time for a strategic reassessment. #AfricaChina #GAAS #Policy

GAAS presents the J. B. Danquah Memorial Lectures 2026 (Series 59) on Africa–China Relations: Partnership, Peonage, Pawnage and Possibilities? Speaker: Prof. Lloyd G. Adu Amoah, PhD 17–19 Feb 2026 | 5:30 PM daily GAAS Secretariat Join the conversation shaping Africa’s future.

Honouring Emerita Prof. Isabella Akyinbah Quakyi, FGA, on #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience — immunologist, malaria vaccine pioneer and mentor. Read more: tinyurl.com/mr2r8t5t #WomenInScience #GirlsInSTEM #GAAS

Speaking at the 9th Induction Ceremony of @GHyoungacademy at the GAAS Secretariat, Accra, Prof. Christian Agyare stressed the need for deliberate support for women in research leadership. Inclusive leadership strengthens science and society. #GhYA #GAAS #GenderEquity

@GHyoungacademy held its 10th AGM and 9th Induction Ceremony on 29/1/2026 at the GAAS Secretariat, Accra, inducting a record 23 new members. Prof. Oteng-Yeboah, FGA, called for stronger GhYA–GAAS collaboration and mentorship. #GhYA #GAAS #ScientificLeadership #ScienceLeadership

The @GHyoungacademy will hold its 9th Induction Ceremony and 10th Annual General Meeting on Thursday 29 Jan, 2026 at the GAAS secretariat in Accra. Theme: Strengthening Scientific Leadership for Sustainable Development in Ghana ScientificLeadership SustainableDevelopment

Emerita Prof. Akosua @adomakoampofo (FGA) and alumnae of the 1976 Year Group inspired students of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School on academic excellence, ethical conduct, and leadership during the GAAS school outreach lecture. #AcademicExcellence #Integrity

GAAS collaborates with @AburiHigh and @AOGA_official to host a lecture on academic excellence, integrity, and national identity. Speaker: Emerita Prof. Akosua Adomako Ampofo, FGA on Tuesday, 20th Jan, 2026 at 10:00 AM Venue: Aburi Girls Senior High School Assembly Hall

President’s New Year Message | Emerita Prof. Isabella A. Quakyi. GAAS begins 2026 with renewed commitment to scholarship, research, and public engagement. Read the full message: gaas-gh.org #GAAS #Scholarship #Research #KnowledgeLeadership #ArtsAndSciences

GAAS celebrates @WomenInScience whose scholarship drives progress in health, education, and leadership. We welcome Prof. Anna Lartey and Prof. Korkor Ansah into Fellowship reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and excellence in academia. #WomenInAcademia GenderEquality

We proudly welcome Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Osei-Bonsu as a Fellow, honouring his exceptional contributions to theology, education, and moral leadership. #Leadership #FaithAndScholarship @CatholicGhana @cbcgha

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences has inducted six distinguished scholars into Fellowship during its 2025 Founder’s Week. Their contributions to arts and sciences continue to shape Ghana’s intellectual landscape. #GAAS #FoundersWeek2025 #ExcellenceInKnowledge

New Fellows join the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences today! A proud Founder’s Week moment celebrating excellence, scholarship, and national service, advancing knowledge and shaping Ghana’s development. #GAAS #FoundersWeek2025

GAAS Founder’s Week 2025 runs from 11–14 November on the theme Navigating Political Transitions in Ghana: Issues and Lessons. Join leading scholars and statesmen as they reflect on Ghana’s democratic journey and lessons for sustainable governance. #GAAS #FoundersWeek2025