Author: ARUA Team
ARUA Public Lecture 2025
Topic: “Exploring the Intersections of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Research Management: Options, Challenges, and Prospects for Universities in Africa.”
The discourse will examine the increasing and pervasive role of intellectual property rights (IPR) in shaping societal development, with a specific focus on education and research. Informed by recent global and continental regulatory dynamics propelled by, among others, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the AU Agenda 2063, and the adoption of the AfCFTA Intellectual Property Protocol in 2023, all of which point to the increased importance of research and innovation in addressing societal challenges.
Mrs Ewuraba Addo
Mrs Ewuraba Addo is currently the Programme Manager of Research and Research Management at the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA). She provides logistical and administrative support for the Office of Research and Research Management. She coordinates correspondence with relevant stakeholders, especially the ARUA Centres of Excellence and ARUA member universities.
Professor John Gyapong
Professor John Gyapong is the Secretary-General of the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA), where he brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and a steadfast commitment to advancing research in leading African universities.
Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo
Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, PhD, FGA, is the (first female) Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana. She assumed office in 2021. She is a Professor of Linguistics and an experienced university administrator, with over 21 years of experience in the higher education sector.
In January 2024, she became the first female to hold the position and the third vice-chair in the Alliance’s history.
[Position Filled] Call for Expression of Interest – Position: Director of Training and Research Advocacy
ARUA is currently searching for a Director of Training and Research Advocacy. This is a new position, and the successful candidate will be expected to take office as soon as possible.
Call for Expression of Interest – Position: Director of Research and Research Management
ARUA is currently searching for a Director of Research and Research Management. This is a new position, and the successful candidate will be expected to take office as soon as possible.