Kumasi, October 5, 2025 — After more than a decade of neglect, the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Teaching Hospital project is set to resume following a renewed government commitment of GH¢46 million to complete the stalled facility.
The announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, during the 50th Anniversary Grand Durbar of the KNUST School of Medical Sciences (SMS) on Saturday. He confirmed that contractors have been instructed to return to the project site within 30 days.
Once completed, the hospital will provide hands-on clinical training for medical students and deliver comprehensive healthcare services to both the KNUST community and surrounding areas in Kumasi.
The long-delayed project—originally estimated at $125 million and jointly financed by KNUST and the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund)—was expected to be completed within six years. Twelve years later, it remains unfinished.
Mr. Iddrisu said government’s renewed funding would accelerate completion and equip the hospital for immediate operational readiness.
“Charting the future means having a dedicated hospital to support the School of Medical Sciences. We are committing GH¢46 million for the completion of the KNUST Teaching Hospital project. The contractor will return to site in the next 30 days. We are also committing through GETFund $38 million for the equipping of the hospital as part of the 2025/2026 formula,” he stated.
The Minister also disclosed plans for the construction of two new multipurpose lecture theatres for the university, estimated at $10 million, to further enhance academic infrastructure.
The anniversary, themed “A Glance at the Past, A Glimpse into the Future,” celebrated five decades of medical education and innovation at KNUST’s School of Medical Sciences.
Prof. Akwasi Antwi-Kusi, Dean of the School, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to advancing medical education and research excellence.
“It’s not only looking back with pride but looking forward with vision. We are reminded that legacy is not what we inherited, but what we build. The future we envision requires courage, collaboration, and unwavering commitment,” he remarked.
Vice-Chancellor Prof. Rita Akosua Dickson also lauded the School’s achievements, noting that it has trained nearly 4,000 medical professionals and scientists since its inception in 1975.
“For 50 years, the school has remained steadfast in contributing to the teaching and learning of science and technology while making an indelible impact on healthcare delivery in Ghana and beyond,” she said.
The revival of the KNUST Teaching Hospital marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s efforts to strengthen medical training and healthcare infrastructure, bridging the gap between academia and practical service delivery.
Source – My News Ghana
