{
  "id": 13656930,
  "title": "KNUST postpones re-opening for 2026/2027 academic year indefinitely",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/knust-postpones-re-opening-for-2026-2027-academic-year-indefinitely",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-11T06:14:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "GBC Ghana",
    "slug": "gbc-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/general/knust-postpones-re-opening-for-2026-2027-academic-year-indefinitely/2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has indefinitely delayed the opening of its doors for the 2026/2027 academic year, originally planned for October 13, 2026. This decision, unveiled in a press release on October 9, 2026, was prompted by the ongoing strike by the Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA), which has adversely affected the university's normal functioning and management. The university’s statement noted that the industrial action has caused significant disruption, making a timely reopening impractical. KNUST Management has subsequently informed students, parents, guardians, and the public about this indefinite postponement, urging them to await further updates on a new reopening date. University Relations Officer Dr Daniel Norris Bekoe expressed regret over the inconvenience caused and appealed for understanding and cooperation from all stakeholders. This indefinite delay occurs as the university continues to navigate the consequences of the ongoing industrial action by GAUA, with the resumption of academic activities now contingent on further developments and an official announcement from the university.",
  "summary": "The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has indefinitely postponed its reopening for the 2026/2027 academic year, which was originally scheduled for October 13, 2026. The decision was announced in a press release issued by the University Management on October 9, 2026, citing the ongoing strike action by the Ghana Association of University […]",
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        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "KNUST postpones re-opening for 2026/2027 academic year indefinitely",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/knust-postpones-re-opening-for-2026-2027-academic-year-indefinitely-13663612",
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        "outlet": "3News",
        "title": "KNUST postpones re-opening for 2026/2027 academic year indefinitely over GAUA strike",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/knust-postpones-re-opening-for-2026-2027-academic-year-indefinitely-13683706",
        "published": "2026-10-11T09:12:40.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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