The countdown has begun for the fourth edition of the Applied Research Conference of Technical Universities of Ghana (ARCTUG 2026), set to take place from 25–29 May at Takoradi Technical University.

The biennial conference will bring together students, researchers, academia, industry players, policymakers, and regulators to present research findings and showcase innovations aimed at driving sustainable development.

Held under the theme “Advancing TVET for Innovation, Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship for Sustainable Development,” the event will feature over 300 research papers. It will be chaired by Ing. Prof. Kwadwo Adinkra-Appiah, Chairman of VCTU-G and hosted by Rev. Prof. John Frank Eshun, TTU Vice Chancellor.

Special Guest of Honour, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, will attend alongside Education Minister, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu and key TVET regulators.

ARCTUG 2026 promises a dynamic platform for collaboration, innovation, and cutting-edge TVET discussions.