Accra Academy and UPSA Mark Major Milestones with Calls for Alumni Investment and Spiritual Renewal

Educational institutions in Ghana are intensifying efforts to celebrate their historical legacies while securing future growth through strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement. Accra Academy and the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) have both taken significant steps toward marking major milestones—their 95th and 60th anniversaries, respectively. These celebrations emphasize the themes of institutional legacy, infrastructural development, and the integration of faith into the academic experience.

At the launch of Accra Academy’s 95th-anniversary celebrations, stakeholders were urged to prioritize the school's long-term development. Under the theme ‘A Legacy of Pride, Purpose & Achievements,’ Deputy Chief of Staff Nana Oye Bampoe Addo and Headmaster Eric Ebo Sey called on the global alumni network to invest heavily in the school’s infrastructure. The year-long festivities include career guidance programs and a fundraising appeal, set to culminate in a grand durbar in September. The school's leadership emphasized that the involvement of past students is critical to maintaining the high standards of the institution and ensuring it continues to produce national leaders.

Parallel to these efforts, the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) has begun preparations for its 60th anniversary, scheduled for September 2026. A delegation led by Vice-Chancellor Prof. John Kwaku Mensah Mawutor recently visited Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams to formally invite him as the Special Guest Speaker for the anniversary’s Thanksgiving Service at Action Chapel International. This visit underscores the university's commitment to integrating spiritual life with academic excellence. Prof. Mawutor also announced a four-day revival program for the university community, an initiative the Archbishop pledged to support, praising the institution’s consistent growth and its dedication to continuity in leadership.

These milestone celebrations represent more than just social gatherings; they serve as critical periods for reflection and resource mobilization. Whether through the infrastructural focus at Accra Academy or the spiritual and commemorative focus at UPSA, these institutions are leveraging their history to inspire current students and secure the support needed for the decades ahead. As both schools prepare for their respective peaks in celebration, the emphasis remains on fostering a sense of belonging among alumni and students while setting a clear vision for the next era of educational excellence in Ghana.