- 5 Mar
- 2026
UENR Tech Fair 2026: ITDS Team Engages Parliament in Strategic Outreach
The Information Technology Decision and Sciences (ITDS) at the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) has officially kicked off its high-level stakeholder engagement series ahead of the much-anticipated UENR Tech Fair 2026. The delegation was led by Prof. Peter Appiahene, alongside the ITS President, Mr. Vincent Opoku. Other members of the delegation included Mr. Jacob Mensah, Ms. Ida Asore Awinsida, and Godfred Agyeman. The visit served as an official platform to brief GDNR leadership on the impact of previous fairs and to formally extend an invitation to the upcoming 2026 UENR Tech Fair:
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1. Hon. Ernest Yaw Anim – Member of Parliament for Kumawu 2. Hon. Matthew Nyindam – Member of Parliament for Kpandai The primary objective of the visit was to formally brief the Members of Parliament on the impact of the UENR Tech Fair and to extend an official invitation for the 2026 edition. In a move to ensure inclusive national dialogue, the ITDS team provided a platform for the Minority MPs to share their perspectives on National ICT issues affecting Ghanaian youth. This exchange highlighted the importance of bipartisan support in shaping a digital future that leaves no young person behind. The Honorable Members commended Prof. Appiahene and the ITDS team for their vision and consistency in driving technological excellence.
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Key takeaways from the meeting included: • Commitment to Support: Both MPs pledged their full support for this year’s edition, recognizing the fair as a premier project for driving tech in Ghana and beyond. • Policy Insight: The MPs are ready to share the Minority’s position on the 2026 theme, emphasizing the need for robust infrastructure and youth-centered digital policies. • Partnership: The visit solidified a shared commitment to making the Tech Fair a bridge between policymakers and the next generation of innovators. This courtesy call marks the beginning of a broader strategy to bring policy makers, politicians, and industry giants into the ITDS ecosystem. In the coming days, the team is scheduled to meet with: 1. Selected Sector Ministers 2. Key Government Officials 3. Members of the Majority Caucus By engaging with leaders across the political spectrum, ITDS is ensuring that the 2026 UENR Tech Fair remains Ghana's biggest and most influential technology event. Driving digital transformation requires everyone at the table—from the classroom to the chamber of Parliament." — Prof. Peter Appiahene