We Support Economic Development Initiatives in Ghana and Globally.
Established on July 22, 2021, The Ghana Scholarly Society is a Society of Ghanaian citizens and people of Ghanaian heritage and working within the fields of academia, science or studying at the postgraduate research level.
GSS and iCAD on the World Stage
From live television coverage to features in Ghana's leading newspapers, the work of the Ghana Scholarly Society and iCAD is reaching further than ever. Here is a look at how our partnerships, research and conferences are shaping conversations about Africa's development on an international stage.
Ghana Scholarly Society Signs Landmark MoU with Jospong Group
In July 2026, Ghana Scholarly Society and the Jospong Group of Companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at closing some of the biggest gaps in Africa's development. The agreement opens direct pathways for GSS postgraduate students to study real business problems inside Jospong International Business, while giving both sides a shared platform to turn academic research into workable solutions for industry. Academic and company leaders, including Dr Kwaku Adams, Dr Samanjith Udumalagala and Devyani Kundu, spoke at the ceremony, which was broadcast live and reported nationally within hours.
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Keynote & Distinguished Speakers
High commissioners, vice chancellors, presidential advisors, and executive leaders shaping Africa's development agenda.
Academia Meets Industry
The Ghana Scholarly Society bridges rigorous scholarship with real-world impact — connecting researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to drive Africa's sustainable development agenda.
Training & Capacity Building
Professional development programmes designed to strengthen skills across governance, research methodology, and industry practice — for both academics and professionals.
Welcome
We are a collective of Ghanaian academics currently residing, working, or studying globally. Our mission is to unite intellectual resources to actively shape and contribute to meaningful discussions on matters concerning Ghana and global issues . Together, we aspire to make a valuable impact in these vital conversations.
Our community comprises Ghanaian scholars with diverse academic backgrounds and expertise. Our interdisciplinary approach encompasses scholars from a wide spectrum of fields, including the Arts and Humanities, Business and Management, Clinical Medicine and Pharmacy, Economics, Law, Politics, Engineering and Technology, Sciences and Mathematics, Social Sciences, and Education, among others. This rich tapestry of knowledge and skills allows us to address a wide range of topics and contribute effectively to various discussions.
We work together, support each other, and more importantly, focus on finding solutions to tomorrows problems today.
You are welcome to join us on this exciting journey of finding solutions and becoming solution centres for the challenges that confront us as individuals and our societies today and in the future.
Thank you
Dr Kweku Adams and Dr Rexford Attah-Boakye
President & Vice President
Ghana Scholarly Society
What We Do
At the heart of the Ghanaian Scholarly Society (GSS) is our unwavering commitment to fostering collaboration, professional growth, and academic advancement within Ghana and on the global stage. Our primary focus revolves around supporting Ghanaians in their pursuit of excellence.
We achieve this through a multifaceted approach that includes mentorship programs, robust support networks, advocacy efforts, and strategic partnerships with the private sector, government agencies, and various academic institutions, both formal and informal. Our aim is precise: to bolster research and its real-world impact on communities.
GSS is a non-partisan organization, completely free from political affiliations. Research findings solely drive our influence in the realms of management practice and government policy. Each member of our society shares a common goal—cultivating value-adding relationships that bring about positive change, ultimately contributing to socio-economic growth and development.
In our mission, we join forces with research funders, learned societies, policymakers, professional bodies, and practitioners. Together, we expand scholarly networks and influence policy decisions, educational offerings, and curricula development through substantial and impactful research. GSS is the catalyst for change, and we invite you to be part of our journey towards a brighter, more knowledge-driven future for Ghana and beyond!
Our Partners
Become a Member
Our community is open to Ghanaians, individuals of Ghanaian heritage, and those living in Europe, who are engaged in academia at various levels and across diverse fields. To be eligible for membership, individuals should hold a minimum of a Ph.D. or be actively pursuing one, serve as a lecturer, or have substantial experience in policymaking.
All members, including Ph.D. candidates, are encouraged to attend our General Meetings and actively contribute to the discussions and deliberations, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment that benefits our entire community.