Speaking at the university’s 21st Graduation Ceremony, he congratulated the 1,094 new students matriculated into the institution while urging Africa’s youth to embrace innovation and research-driven education.

Dzidonu emphasized that the global talent economy is still largely dominated by Asia and other regions, but Africa, with its rapidly growing youth population, must position itself as a strong contributor by building capacity and fostering innovation.

Research indicates that the number of graduates from African universities is expected to reach 1.9 million annually by 2030, yet many economies still face a significant skills deficit.

Dzidonu noted that this gap highlights the urgent need for universities to adopt a competence-based and practical education approach to align graduates with labour market demands.

He stated:

“In more than two decades, we have been fostering a culture of innovation at AIT, preparing our students for critical roles in the emerging economies of Africa.”

The ceremony celebrated the graduation of 505 students across Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs.

A major highlight was the 13th consecutive year of PhD graduations, with AIT surpassing 80 doctoral graduates to date. Impressively, many of these alumni have attained professorial ranks within three years, reinforcing AIT’s role in producing world-class researchers and innovators.

Distinguished academics, including Professor Emeritus Clifford Nii Boi Tagoe, speaking on behalf of Emeritus Prof. Ivan Addae-Mensah, praised AIT’s dedication to talent development and academic excellence.

Ranked as Ghana’s top private university by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, AIT has consistently won the Best Technology University in Ghana award for four consecutive years. It has also been recognized internationally as Ghana’s Best Technology-Focused University by Global Business Insight (UK).

AIT is fully accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission and offers both campus-based and Open University programs.

The institute collaborates with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for undergraduate programs and with the Open University of Malaysia for postgraduate and doctoral programs.

The university is committed to strengthening its collaborations with leading universities worldwide to advance research, academic innovation, and R&D capacity.

The institution aims to continue producing graduates who are equipped with the digital skills, research competence, and innovation mindset needed to thrive in Africa’s rapidly changing economy.

This announcement was made during AIT’s 20th graduation ceremony, where Professor Clement Dzidonu, President of AIT, addressed graduates and guests, highlighting the university’s plans to lead in the digital transformation of education.

Professor Dzidonu emphasized the deep impact of AI and associated technologies on the future of higher education. “We stand at the dawn of an AI revolution, and it is no surprise that leading universities across the world are actively exploring ways to integrate these technologies into their operations,” he stated.

As a leading technological university, AIT recognizes that the integration of AI is not just a trend but a necessity in the 21st-century educational sector.

To this end, the university has committed to becoming a global pioneer in the holistic implementation of AI across 12 critical stages of the student life cycle, including curriculum development, program delivery, assessments, research, and alumni engagement.

“By seamlessly integrating AI and associated technologies into all aspects of what we do at this university, AIT is not only enhancing the educational experience for our students but also positioning itself as a global leader in the intelligent and innovative delivery of higher education,” Professor Dzidonu announced.

The AIT Board of Trustees, which includes six former Vice Chancellors is currently spearheading the development of comprehensive policy provisions and guidelines to facilitate this transformative integration of AI and other emerging educational technologies.

This initiative aims to ensure that AIT graduates are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability to thrive in an increasingly AI-driven economy and society.

“We believe that this holistic approach will not only benefit our students but also position AIT as a global leader in the intelligent and innovative delivery of enriching higher education in the sub-region and beyond,” Professor Dzidonu concluded.

This bold move by Accra Institute of Technology underscores the university’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological innovation and ensuring that its students are prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

Accra Institute of Technology (AIT), ranked as the top private University in Ghana by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, is an independent technology-focused university dedicated to academic excellence and cutting-edge scientific and industrial research and R&D work.

For the fourth consecutive year, the University has been honoured with the Best Technology University in Ghana Award, a recognition bestowed by the Ghana Tertiary Awards. This achievement follows the Best in Technology-Focused University in Ghana Award from Global Business Insight of the United Kingdom.

AIT is accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to offer both campus-based and Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

AIT is affiliated with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for campus-based undergraduate programs in engineering, computer science/IT, and business administration, and the Open University of Malaysia for Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the Masters and PhD levels.

The event, held at the esteemed AIT campus on 14th October, brought together a gathering of accomplished graduates eager to embrace the power of knowledge to impact their field in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) era.

The renowned scholar, futurist, and technology visionary shared invaluable insights on the profound impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the future of Africa and the world.

In his captivating speech, Professor Dzidonu shed light on the paradoxical nature of knowledge in the age of AI, stating, “In the age of AI, the more you know, the less you know.”

He emphasized the exponential growth of information and the boundless possibilities that AI presents, urging the graduating students to remain humble, curious, and open-minded in their pursuit of knowledge.

Professor Dzidonu encouraged them to recognize that as Africa’s youth, they need to delve deeper into their respective fields to uncover new questions and complexities that will continuously expand their awareness of the vast unknown in the age of AI.

“The vast expanse of AI capabilities continually reveals new horizons, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge”, he noted.

Expanding on this concept, Professor Dzidonu underscored the correlation between action and capability, asserting, “The more you do, the more you can do. Using knowledge acquired to do and accomplish things in one’s field is the catalyst for growth and transformation in the age of AI. Embrace innovation, take risks, and be proactive in shaping your future. As African youth, you have the power to harness technology to drive positive change on the continent and beyond.”

He emphasized the importance of applying knowledge through action, highlighting that true growth and competence arise from actively engaging with the world. Encouraging the graduates to embrace challenges and take calculated risks, he inspired them to leverage their skills and knowledge acquired at AIT to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

Professor Dzidonu’s words resonated deeply with today’s African youth, igniting a collective sense of purpose and determination.

His message served as a catalyst, empowering the African youth to embrace their roles as catalysts of change in an ever-evolving world where AI reshapes industries and societies.

The AIT Graduation Ceremony, showcasing the achievements of the graduating class, symbolized the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and intellectual growth. The event highlighted AIT’s commitment to fostering excellence in education and equipping African youth with the necessary skills and mindset to thrive in the age of AI.

The graduation ceremony marked the culmination of the graduates’ academic journeys and the beginning of their role as catalysts for progress in the digital age.

Professor Dzidonu’s address left a lasting impression on the graduates, inspiring them to take the lessons learned at AIT and apply them to the real world.

In a statement released by the University, the 19th graduation ceremony witnessed the graduation of a number of PhDs for the 11^th time, over 300 Bachelor’s degree holders, and 14 Master’s degree recipients. Over 1,500 students in various academic programs were also matriculated into the University.

Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) [www.ait.edu.gh], ranked as the top private University in Ghana by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, is an independent technology-focused university dedicated to academic excellence and cutting-edge scientific and industrial research and R&D work.

The University offers programs up to the PhD level. For the fourth consecutive year, the University was awarded the Best Technology University in Ghana Award by the Ghana Tertiary Awards.

AIT also received the Best Technology-Focused University in Ghana Award from Global Business Insight of the United Kingdom.

In a statement released by the university, this accomplishment not only marks a significant moment in AIT‘s history but also a ground-breaking event in the annals of private university education within the country.

The 19th graduation ceremony also witnessed the graduation of over 300 Bachelor’s degree holders and 14 Master’s degree recipients.

Over 1,500 students in various academic programs were also matriculated into the University.

Emeritus Professor Ivan Addae-Mensah, the Acting Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees, addressed the congregation and expressed his excitement about the University’s growth.

He commended the high academic standards this relatively young institution achieved, particularly in producing numerous high-quality PhD graduates.

He congratulated all the graduates, urging them to go out into the world and make a difference.

Professor Clement Dzidonu, the President of Accra Institute of Technology (AIT), outlined the university’s unwavering commitment to maintaining high academic standards and conducting cutting-edge research to impact the world positively.

He mentioned that AIT now operates the AIT Smart School Academy, which provides training for pupils at the basic level.

Prof. Dzidonu advised the graduates to leverage technology to enhance their skills and abilities, emphasizing the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming the world. Prof. Dzidonu suggested that, in the era of AI, “The more you know, the less you know – The more you do, the more you can do.”

He expressed gratitude to all parents and guardians who supported the graduates in achieving this remarkable feat.

Accra Institute of Technology [www.ait.edu.gh], ranked as the top private university in Ghana by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, is an independent technology-focused university dedicated to academic excellence and cutting-edge scientific and industrial research and R&D work.

For the fourth consecutive year, the University has been honored with the Best Technology University in Ghana Award, a recognition bestowed by the Ghana Tertiary Awards.

This achievement follows the Best in Technology-Focused University in Ghana Award from Global Business Insight of the United Kingdom.

Accra Institute of Technology is accredited by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) to offer both campus-based and Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs. AIT is affiliated with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for campus-based undergraduate programs in engineering, computer science/IT, and business administration, and the Open University of Malaysia for Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the Masters and Ph.D. levels.

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The Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) has assured international students of affordable tuition fees and unbroken, no-strikes academic programme even in the face of global recession, rising cost of living including educational fees and numerous strikes in universities across the world.

Accra Institute of Technology (AIT) success story continues, graduates ninth batch of PhDs

AIT, an independent technology-focused research university based in Accra, has been consistently ranked as the top private university in Ghana and one of the leading educational institutions in West Africa since it commenced its academic year in 2009.

AIT is affiliated with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and Open University Malaysia allowing it to offer expansive, flexible and rigorous academic programmes to about the highest number of international students in Ghana all at highly affordable rates to students.

“AIT has made affordable fees, indeed, non-prohibitive education the hallmark of its mission underscored by its motto of ‘service, leadership, and scholarship.

Fee per semester is as low as S$500 per semester and students don’t have to buy books, handouts etc., as all these are available on our system. You can also complete the program online without coming to Ghana,” said Registrar of AIT, Mr. Dominic Osei-Boakye.

AIT has built a formidable reputation in over 20 years as a student-friendly, stable academic environment focusing on offering practical skills and leadership capacity to its students.

As global economy continues to bite, several universities have embarked on labour strikes forcing suspension of academic activities. In Australia, University of Auckland, staff are currently on strike under the Tertiary Education Union (TEU) over wage negotiations; in the US, California universities’ academic workers have embarked on strike in the face of rising housing costs; and in Nigeria, universities downed tools for months over funding and wage issues.

“These are challenges we have been able to successfully navigate as the No.1 private higher institution in a way that has ensured that academic programmes once started by our students are successfully completed allowing them the benefits of optimal scholarly pursuit,” said Osei-Boakye.

According to him, “The AIT success story cannot be told without mentioning the creativity, strong leadership, and direction from their able President, Prof. Clement Dzidonu. The award-winning Professor has, through AIT transformed educational delivery in the country using Technology. It is little wonder then that he deservedly won the Best Educator of The Year Award.”

Last year, AIT graduated its eighth batch of PhDs during its 16th Graduation Ceremony bringing the total number of PhDs graduated at AIT since 2016 to Forty-Nine (49) in the fields of Engineering, Business Administration, Education, and Information Technology.

“All indicators point to the fact that AIT as a university with its high-powered and academically distinguished Board of Trustees are meeting several envisaged milestones as a young and growing dynamic institution which is showing all the encouraging signs of becoming a world-class university,” said the Chairman of the AIT Board of Trustees, Professor Edward Ayensu at a function months back.

This event was witnessed by the deployment of current technology in facilitating a blended graduation experience wherein a majority of the undergraduate students joined in virtually via the Google Meet platform.

This batch’s graduation class comprised of 5 PhDs, 17 PhD Candidates, 13 Masters, and 116 Bachelor’s.

The total number of PhDs graduated at AIT continues to grow exponentially. To date, Accra Institute of Technology has graduated nine batches of PhDs since 2016 bringing the total number to Fifty-four (54) in the fields of Engineering, Business Administration, Education, and Information Technology.

In a statement released by the University, this achievement spotlights a tremendous success not only in the history of the University but also in the annals of private university education in Ghana.

Professor Edward Ayensu, the chairman of the Accra Institute of Technology Board of Trustees in his address to the congregation, reported that efforts in all the directions towards the mission to deliver quality university education and facilitate cutting-edge research work at this University are proceeding according to plan.

He thus assured the Congregation, and all stakeholders, that AIT shall not relent in its efforts to ensure the full fulfillment of that vision.

The initial remarks by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees was followed by the Address of the President of AIT to the Board of Trustees and this Congregation.

In a comprehensive account of his stewardship for the past year to the Board of Trustees and to the Congregation, Professor Clement Dzidonu, the president of Accra Institute of Technology outlined among other things, great strides by the university in improving its academic program offerings as well as its enrollment on these programs considerably.

He highlighted that AIT is currently doing Ph.D. research work in Engineering, Information Technology, Education, and Business Administration with an enrollment of a number of the academic and senior administrative staff of almost all the public and private universities in Ghana.

He underscored how achieving such a feat within the span of ten years is nothing short of an academic marvel given the fact that AIT has successfully offered, run, and graduated students on an internationally benchmarked Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree program within a context where the Ph.D. per capita of Ghana is extremely low.

He concluded his speech by encouraging the graduating class to avail themselves and make the best of all opportunities that may come their way after their graduation.

He assured those planning to pursue graduate studies at either the Master’s or the Ph.D. level of an enriched academic life and experience at Accra Institute of Technology, should they choose to enroll with their Alma Mater.

More about the Accra Institute of Technology (AIT)

AIT is ranked the top private university in Ghana by the Ghana Tertiary Awards, is an independent technology-focused university committed to academic excellence and cutting-edge scientific and industrial research and R&D work.

The University for the 4th Year running won the 2-18 Best Technology University in Ghana Award, instituted and awarded by the Ghana Tertiary Awards.

This came at the heels of the Best in Technology-Focused University 2018-Ghana Award by Global Business Insight of the United Kingdom.

AIT is accredited by the Ghana Higher Education Commission (GTEC), to offer both campus-based and Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

AIT is affiliated to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) for the campus-based undergraduate programs in engineering, computer science/IT, and business administration and the Open University, Malaysia (OUM)  for the Open University undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the Masters and the Ph.D. level.