His Majesty King Mswati III of the Kingdom of Eswatini has underscored the pivotal role of technology in advancing Africa鈥檚 digital transformation, during a visit to the 糖心Vlog and Technology (KNUST).
Speaking during a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor at the University鈥檚 Council Chamber, King Mswati III reaffirmed his commitment to fostering strategic partnerships that empower Africa鈥檚 next generation of innovators.
鈥淭echnology is the weapon to this digital world. We want Africa to be better. We don鈥檛 want to be left behind, particularly in technology,鈥 he said.
The King praised the management, faculty, and staff of KNUST for their efforts in positioning the institution as a centre of excellence on the continent.
鈥淚 congratulate KNUST for leading the charge in technology, and I look forward to future cooperation,鈥 he added.
Vice-Chancellor Professor (Mrs.) Rita Akosua Dickson welcomed the monarch and affirmed KNUST鈥檚 leadership in science, technology, and innovation in Ghana and beyond.
鈥淲e are proud to be ranked as the top university on the globe in terms of quality education by the Times Higher Education rankings,鈥 she said.
鈥淭his university is focused on strengthening our leadership as the premier science and technology institution in Ghana, with a vision to become one of the top five universities in Africa.鈥
She also highlighted KNUST鈥檚 research-driven agenda and its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), noting the institution鈥檚 commitment to impactful community engagement.
鈥淲e train students to make a positive impact in their communities, Ghana, the continent, and the world. We take the gown to town and let the effect and the impact be felt in the community,鈥 she said.
Professor Dickson noted that KNUST currently maintains over 300 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with international institutions and expressed interest in exploring collaboration with the University of Eswatini.
The visit concluded with a tour of key facilities, including the KNUST E-Learning Centre, the Data Centre, and the University Museum.
