The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has entered into a three-year collaborative agreement with the Ghana Water Resources Commission (WRC), marking a significant step in advancing research and innovation in water management across Africa.
The partnership is designed to deepen academic and scientific cooperation through joint research initiatives, as well as student and staff exchange programmes. A key focus will be on developing innovative solutions for sustainable water management—an area of growing importance across the continent.
The WRC delegation was led by board chair Daasebre Kwebu Ewusi VII, alongside Executive Secretary Dr Mawuli Lumor and Ms Florence Mawusi Dagbanu. Their engagement underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening water governance through international collaboration. UJ Vice-Chancellor and Principal Letlhokwa Mpedi described the agreement as a strategic milestone, highlighting the university’s dedication to driving societal impact across Africa through research partnerships.
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Scope of work
The collaboration will bring together expertise from UJ’s Faculty of Science and its Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE). Research efforts will include nanotechnology applications in water treatment, while FEBE will work closely with industry partners through workshops and guest lectures to advance water health initiatives.
Beyond research, the agreement also covers joint grant applications, fundraising initiatives, and technology transfer, aiming to translate academic work into practical solutions. It builds on UJ’s existing partnerships with Ghanaian institutions and is aligned with the university’s Strategic Plan 2035.
Emphasising the broader impact, Daasebre Kwebu Ewusi VII noted that access to safe water is fundamental to life, expressing confidence that the collaboration will contribute to long-term improvements in Ghana’s water infrastructure and support the achievement of global sustainability goals. Ultimately, the partnership seeks to deliver tangible improvements in water quality and treatment systems in both Ghana and South Africa, reinforcing regional cooperation and shared development.
