{
  "id": 5251962,
  "title": "Gov’t seeks additional funding for Damongo Science and Technology University",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/govt-seeks-additional-funding-for-damongo-science-and-technology",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T04:54:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/govt-seeks-additional-funding-for-damongo-science-and-technology-university/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minister of Education Haruna Iddrisu has called for additional funding to ensure the successful completion of the University of Science and Technology at Damango in Ghana's Savannah Region. The project is projected to cost over $100 million, including necessary infrastructure, equipment, and facilities. This request for more financial support was made during a meeting between Minister Iddrisu and Chinese Ambassador Cong Song, who discussed the project's progress and potential.\n\nLast year, China Government allocated a US$30 million grant to initiate the construction of the university. However, Iddrisu emphasized that this funding would not suffice to fully fund and equip the institution. The primary vision for the university is to become a leading center of excellence in Science, Technology, Robotics, Digital Sciences, and Artificial Intelligence. This focus aims to equip young Ghanaians with the skills required to compete effectively in the global economy, which is increasingly driven by technology and digital advancements.\n\nThe minister outlined that the government has a broader strategy to establish universities in regions across Ghana that currently lack such institutions. This initiative is part of a broader effort to increase access to quality tertiary education, promote balanced national development, and reduce disparities in educational opportunities across the country. Chinese Ambassador Cong Song expressed admiration for the minister's leadership and commitment to transforming Ghana's education sector. He also reaffirmed China's commitment to enhancing cooperation with Ghana in education and other areas of mutual interest, highlighting the significance of bilateral partnerships in advancing educational development. The proposed university is anticipated to contribute significantly to the expansion of tertiary education in the Savannah Region while providing specialized training in the field of science, technology, and other emerging disciplines.",
  "summary": "Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, on Wednesday called for increased financial support and stronger partnerships to ensure the successful completion of the University of Science and Technology at Damango in the Savannah Region.",
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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."
}