By Patience Gbeze
Accra, June 21, GNA – The College of Humanities, University of Ghana has commemorated the 2026 Day of Scientific Renaissance of Africa (DSRA) in Accra.
As part of the celebration, the College hosted an exhibition of scholarly works and a high-level panel discussion on the theme: “Reimagining Equitable Development in the Humanities: Research, Innovation and Collaboration.”
The event brought together scholars, practitioners, traditional leaders, students, and other stakeholders to explore the role of the humanities in advancing research, innovation, collaboration, and equitable development.
The DSRA is celebrated every year to showcase the continent’s contributions to science and technology while highlighting the university’s impactful research and innovations across its various colleges and institutes.
The various speakers emphasised the need for stronger collaboration between researchers, policymakers and communities to address Africa’s development challenges.
Professor Joseph Awetori Yaro, the Provost, College of Humanities, said since the inception of the DSRA in the University of Ghana’s academic calendar in 2022, the College has marked the occasion through lectures, exhibitions and policy discussions highlighting the contributions of the humanities to national development.
Dr. Stefan Rother, the Director of the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa, said while AI presents enormous opportunities, the humanities are needed to provide ethical guidance and critical perspectives on its use.
Emeritus Professor Joseph Roland Atsu Ayee, Department of Political Science, University of Ghana, called for research that addresses inequality, injustice and other complex social challenges affecting development across Africa.
He, therefore, urged scholars to ensure their research findings are relevant, accessible and capable of informing policy and societal transformation.
Dr Benjamin Dzoboku, the Managing Director, Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC and the Chairman of the event, said evidence-based research remains essential for effective decision-making and sustainable development.
The celebration is in accordance with the African Union resolution passed in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in July 1987.
The day is celebrated across Africa in remembrance of the continent’s great contribution to the rise and development of modern science and technology.
GNA
Edited by Benjamin Mensah
Reporter: Patience Gbeze