The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana (UG), Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, has been elected Chair of the Council of the Association of Commonwealth Universities.
She will serve for an initial two-year term, effective 1 January 2026
Prof. Amfo’s election to the role was announced in a release from the head office of the Association in London on January 8, 2026.
In her new role, she will also serve as Chair of the Executive Committee of Council, providing leadership and strategic direction to the Association’s governance structures.
Prior to her election as Chair, Prof. Amfo served on the Governing Council of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, where she was inducted as one of eight new members following her appointment on 1 August 2024.
Expressing her honour for the appointment, she served notice about her resolve to ensure that higher education continues to serve as a powerful force for sustainable development and societal transformation.
“I am deeply honoured by the trust placed in me by Council. At a time of profound global change, the Association’s role as a connector of universities across the Commonwealth has never been more important.”
The Secretary-General and Chief Executive of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, Prof. Colin Riordan, welcomed Prof. Amfo’s election and described her as well placed to lead the Council.
“Her global outlook, proven leadership and deep experience in higher education make her an outstanding choice to guide the Association. As we implement the Road to 2030 strategy, Prof. Amfo’s vision and insight will be important in advancing our priorities and ensuring impact,” he noted.
Prof. Amfo brings more than 24 years of experience in academia and university governance to the position.
As Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, she has led major institutional reforms, including a multi-million-dollar digitalisation programme aimed at improving teaching, learning, research and administrative systems.
Her previous roles at the University include Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Student Affairs), Dean of the School of Languages and Head of the Department of Linguistics.
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