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His Majesty King Mswati III of the Kingdom of Eswatini has underscored the pivotal role of technology in advancing Africa’s digital transformation, during a visit to the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (����������).

Speaking during a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor at the University’s Council Chamber, King Mswati III reaffirmed his commitment to fostering strategic partnerships that empower Africa’s next generation of innovators.

“Technology is the weapon to this digital world. We want Africa to be better. We don’t want to be left behind, particularly in technology,” he said.

The King praised the management, faculty, and staff of ���������� for their efforts in positioning the institution as a centre of excellence on the continent.

“I congratulate ���������� for leading the charge in technology, and I look forward to future cooperation,” he added.

Vice-Chancellor Professor (Mrs.) Rita Akosua Dickson welcomed the monarch and affirmed ����������’s leadership in science, technology, and innovation in Ghana and beyond.

“We are proud to be ranked as the top university on the globe in terms of quality education by the Times Higher Education rankings,” she said.

“This 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.”

She also highlighted ����������’s research-driven agenda and its alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), noting the institution’s commitment to impactful community engagement.

“We 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,” she said.

Professor Dickson noted that ���������� 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 ���������� E-Learning Centre, the Data Centre, and the University Museum.