The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi has honoured outgoing German Ambassador to Ghana, Daniel Krull, at a farewell cocktail reception hosted by the university’s International Programmes Office and the German Alumni Association of KNUST at the Senior Staff Club House.

The event was attended by provosts of Colleges, university officials, dignitaries, and alumni of German academic programmes. Guests paid tribute to Ambassador Krull’s contributions to KNUST during his tenure.

Earlier in the day, Ambassador Krull paid a courtesy call on KNUST Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor David Asamoah.

The visit was part of his nationwide farewell tour ahead of his new appointment as Consul General of Germany in Lagos, Nigeria, one of the country’s largest consulates in Africa.

Dr. Ralph Nyadu-Addo head of German Alumni Association of KNUST praised the ambassador’s efforts, citing nearly €8 million in development projects facilitated during his tenure. “Almost every college on campus has benefited from at least one initiative,” he said.

Ambassador Krull expressed gratitude for his partnership with KNUST but noted lingering regrets.

“One major regret is our inability to establish a German language programme at KNUST. We came very close in 2022, but yellow fever outbreaks and policy changes halted the process,” he said, urging his successor to continue advocating for the programme.

He also shared updates on Germany’s support for Ghana’s renewable energy transition.

“Germany has pledged €20 million to support solar energy adoption in state institutions, with KNUST named a key beneficiary. However, policy reviews by the new government have paused the project. We hope implementation resumes by September,” he said.

Pro-Vice Chancellor Prof. Asamoah commended the ambassador’s service and reaffirmed KNUST’s commitment to deepening German ties.

He also welcomed plans for a potential German language centre, stating it would boost opportunities for students seeking postgraduate study in Germany.

Professor Daniel Duah, Dean of the International Programmes Office, noted a surge in collaborations between German institutions and KNUST since 2022.

“Partnerships have more than doubled, and student mobility between Ghana and Germany continues to rise. We’re laying the groundwork for long-term academic cooperation, including links with German institutions in Nigeria,” he said.