The University is pleased to invite applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Occupant of the Kwame Nkrumah Chair in African Studies, to begin in January 2026.

The successful applicant will be a scholar or public figure who has a strong understanding of African/Africana/Pan-African Studies. Applicants should have strong research and publishing record and should have attained distinction in their discipline.

They may also be public intellectuals or artistes well versed in the indigenous knowledge and cultures of Africa.

Applicants are required to submit a complete application dossier addressed to the Registrar, University of Ghana, through vacancies@ug.edu.gh (Electronic copy only). Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

Applications should reach the Registrar through vacancies@ug.edu.gh not later than the close of day on Thursday July 31, 2025.

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Thank you.