UMaT develops 34-acre arboretum for botanical studies
Professor Richard Kwasi Amankwah, Vice Chancellor of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), announced the development of a 34-acre arboretum within the university's premises. The arboretum will serve as a botanical garden to support practical teaching and research.
Professor Amankwah said the facility would be used for hands-on training when the University introduces programmes in Forestry and Land Reclamation. He stated, "I know that one day we are going to establish a programme in the University on Forestry and Land Reclamation and that will be the place where we will do our practicals." Professor Amankwah made the announcement during the University's observance of the 2026 World Water Day, held on the theme: "Water and Gender." He explained that upon assuming office five years ago, he introduced two major initiatives into the University system, one of which focused on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The University selected nine out of the 17 SDGs as priority areas for research, industry collaboration and community engagement. These included no poverty, gender equality, quality education, clean water and sanitation, climate action, life on land, partnerships, affordable and clean energy, as well as industry, innovation and infrastructure. Professor Amankwah expressed gratitude to AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Mine, Gold Fields Ghana Limited, Ghana Manganese Company, traditional authorities and the security agencies for their continuous support.
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The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa is developing a 34-acre arboretum. The Vice Chancellor says it will serve as a botanical garden - but what programs will it support?
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