Vivo Energy Ghana and KNUST sign MoU to advance Next Generation of Energy Innovators

Vivo Energy Ghana PLC (VEGH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the College of Engineering, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) to collaborate on the upcoming NextGen Energy Innovators Challenge. The initiative is aimed at empowering students to develop innovative solutions for Ghana's evolving energy needs. The NextGen Energy Innovators Challenge is designed to foster innovation among students by providing a platform where young engineers and innovators can develop practical ideas and technologies addressing real-world challenges in the energy sector.

The MoU was signed during a courtesy visit to the University by the leadership and management team of Vivo Energy Ghana, following the successful ShePower Summit 2026 held at the University's College of Engineering. Leading the Vivo Energy Ghana delegation, Mr. Christian Li, Managing Director of Vivo Energy Ghana, expressed confidence in the partnership, noting that KNUST is the right place to foster such collaboration. Mr. Li said, "I believe we are at the right place and there are many more alumni from KNUST at Vivo Energy Ghana." Professor David Asamoah, Pro Vice-Chancellor of KNUST welcomed the collaboration and underscored the importance of academia-industry partnerships in driving innovation and national development. Professor Asamoah said, "At KNUST we strongly value partnerships between academia and industry, as our goal is to prepare students for real-world careers. That's why we're keen to hear your perspective on how well our students meet your expectations."

Professor Edmund Ekuadzi, Dean of the International Programmes Office (IPO), said the agreement formally initiates the collaboration between the University and VEGH, and marks the beginning of a structured academia-industry partnership. He noted that the collaboration will be led by Dr. Kwame Sarkodie, Head of Department, Petroleum Engineering. Through the NextGen Energy Innov