The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana (UG), Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, has emphasised the need to strengthen Humanities research and build sustainable scholarly communities across Africa.
Speaking at the 2026 Biennial Conference of the African Humanities Association (AHA), held under the theme “Engaging Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts Scholarships in Africa: Milestones and Aspirations,” Professor Amfo said the conference went beyond academic discussions, highlighting the Association’s broader efforts to advance Humanities scholarship across the continent.
“Beyond this conference, the African Humanities Association continues to pursue initiatives aimed at strengthening the humanities and building sustainable scholarly communities across the continent,” she said.
She highlighted the Enhancing Humanities Research in Africa (HURA) project, supported by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation, as one of the Association’s key initiatives.
“One of our flagship initiatives is Enhancing Humanities Research in Africa, a HURA project, generously supported by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation,” Professor Amfo said.
She noted that the initiative offers a range of opportunities for participating scholars, spanning research, mentorship, academic exchange and publishing.
“Through research fellowships, mentorships, scholarly residencies, webinars, and publishing opportunities, HURA is helping to nurture emerging scholars and strengthen the networks necessary for African humanities scholarship to flourish,” she said.
Professor Amfo said such initiatives were essential to building a sustainable scholarly community and ensuring the continued growth of Humanities research across Africa.
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Story by Charles Dauda Wumbe | univers.ug.edu.gh
Edited by Godfred Yeboah
