Institutional Rankings

Ho Technical University Ranked Best Technical University in Ghana – THE Impact Rankings 2025

30th June 2025

Ho Technical University has been ranked Ghana’s top Technical University and among the Top 10 universities overall in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings, excelling in SDG goals including Quality Education and Decent Work.

Ho Technical University Leads Ghana’s Technical Education Rankings

Ho Technical University (HTU) has once again proven its dominance in Ghana’s technical education landscape, earning the #1 spot as the Best Technical University in Ghana in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.

The global ranking system evaluates over 1,700 universities from around the world based on their commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including metrics such as teaching, research, community engagement, and sustainability efforts.

SDG Highlights – HTU’s Global Impact

HTU’s outstanding performance is marked by high rankings in several SDG categories:

🥈 2nd in SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
🥈 2nd in SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
🥉 5th in SDG 4 – Quality Education
🔟 10th Overall Among All Ghanaian Universities

These achievements reflect the university’s forward-thinking approach and dedication to producing industry-ready graduates while fostering an environment of equity, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

Strategic Leadership and National Contribution

According to Prof. Ben Q. Honyenuga, Vice-Chancellor of HTU, this success is a result of visionary leadership, faculty dedication, and student innovation.

“Let’s be relentless in pursuing excellence, knowing that the sky can even be our starting point; we can rise beyond the horizon,” Prof. Honyenuga emphasized.

He further commended the efforts of all stakeholders—students, staff, alumni, and industry partners—for helping position HTU on the international map of impactful universities.

Why HTU’s Impact Matters

HTU’s steady climb in the global rankings confirms its role as a pioneer in applied sciences and technical education, aligning its curriculum and research with Ghana’s development needs. Its performance in SDG 8 and SDG 10 demonstrates its commitment to job creation, staff development, and inclusive access to higher education.

This recognition also gives HTU an edge in attracting international collaborations, industry partnerships, and research funding, further strengthening its global competitiveness.