Takoradi Technical University (TTU), through its Faculty of Built and Natural Environment, has formalized a significant partnership with MoreCribs, a Ghanaian building construction and project management company, by signing a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This collaboration focuses on introducing flexible, sustainable, and safe building solutions while addressing Ghana’s housing deficit through innovative research and practical training.
Under this agreement, TTU students will gain hands-on experience through internships at MoreCribs, learning construction techniques, project management, and sustainable building practices.
A key highlight of the partnership is the joint research into timber housing as an affordable and eco-friendly solution to bridge Ghana’s housing gap. Additionally, MoreCribs aims to offer long-term employment opportunities to TTU graduates, ensuring they are well-prepared for the job market.
At the signing ceremony, TTU’s Vice Chancellor, Rev. Prof. John Frank Eshun, emphasized the importance of industry-academia collaboration.
“This partnership strengthens our students’ industrial exposure, equipping them with the skills needed to excel. We aim to ensure the MoU is more than an agreement on paper but a practical framework for mutual growth and sustainable development,” he stated.
Representing MoreCribs, Senior Architect Samuel Yaw Oppong reiterated the company’s commitment to empowering the next generation of construction professionals.
“We will integrate academic knowledge with real-world experience, training students to contribute to sustainable development. Our focus also includes educating communities and students on innovative, affordable housing solutions for Ghana’s housing deficit,” he remarked.
The Pro Vice Chancellor of TTU, Prof. Victor Kweku Bondzie Micah, encouraged fostering creativity through student competitions.
“Competitions on innovative building designs, like minimalistic one-bedroom homes, can drive forward-thinking ideas while enhancing students’ skills,” he suggested.
Dean of the Faculty, Prof. Gladys Quartey, affirmed that TTU has already implemented similar initiatives with other collaborators and is enthusiastic about extending these efforts with MoreCribs.
This partnership between TTU and MoreCribs not only bridges the gap between academia and industry but also sets a new standard for sustainable and affordable construction in Ghana, offering hope for solving the nation’s housing challenges.