Institutional Legacy

Engineering Africa’s Future —
One Community at a Time.

For over 26 years, NSBE Ghana has been developing engineering talent, leadership, and innovation capacity in Ghana and beyond. What began as a student-led professional society has evolved into a national, Africa-centered community committed to shaping the continent’s future through engineering.

26+Years of Impact
30K+All time Community Reach
16+Student Chapters
500+Delegates at the Engineering in Africa 24
Our Identity

Who We Are

For more than two decades, we have served as a bridge between education, industry, and society — bringing together students, young professionals, experienced engineers, and makers around a shared belief: that Africa’s long-term development depends on engineers who can design, build, and lead sustainable systems.

Rooted in a strong legacy of developing engineering talent, NSBE Ghana goes beyond traditional STEM engagement. Our work focuses on real-world impact, connecting technical knowledge to infrastructure development, innovation-led growth, and national transformation.

We Exist Because Africa Needs

Engineers who understand local context and global standards.

Innovators who can translate ideas into viable, scaled solutions.

Leaders who can operate across technology, society, and policy.

Builders who see engineering as a service and national responsibility.

Purpose

To cultivate engineers and innovators who use systems thinking to transform Ghana and Africa through sustainable, homegrown solutions.

Mission

We develop and support a thriving ecosystem where technical excellence, leadership, and grassroots innovation intersect to drive national development.

Vision

A Ghana where engineers drive sustainable development and technical advancement across the global stage.

Community
Excellence
Innovation
Impact
Integrity
Service
Leadership
Collaboration
Creativity
Community
Excellence
Innovation
Impact
Integrity
Service
Leadership
Collaboration
Creativity
Our Legacy

Building the
Institution.

We honor our 26-year legacy while actively designing the future we believe Africa needs.

1998

Established as the Ghana chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), beginning a legacy of technical excellence and professional community.

2006 - 2016

Officially registered and Built one of Ghana’s most consistent engineering student networks, supporting thousands of students across the national academic landscape.

Today

Transitioning into a broader, Africa-contextualized engineering movement—one that prepares members to build, lead, and create solutions that matter.

Leadership &
Governance.

NSBE Ghana is led by a dedicated national executive team and supported by a broader governance structure committed to engineering excellence and sustainable development.

National Executive Team
Lydia Agbenyegah

Lydia Agbenyegah

Operations Manager

Collins Ayipeh

Collins Ayipeh

Programs Manager

Effah Ampem

Effah Ampem

Programs Manager

Debbie Michael

Debbie Michael

Operations Associate

Stephen Nyande

Stephen Nyande

Director, Programs

Ama Hackman

Ama Hackman

Director, Finance and Administration

Imoro Abdulai

Imoro Abdulai

Executive Director

Advisory Council
Kweku Fleming

Kweku Fleming

Advisor

Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann

Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann

Advisor

Oversight

Board & Governance

NSBE Ghana operates under a formal governance framework that ensures transparency, accountability, and strategic alignment. The governing body provides institutional stewardship, protecting our mission and values.

Strategic Oversight
Fiduciary Supervision
Policy Guidance
Leadership Continuity

Commitment to
Accountability

"Trust is built through transparency, consistency, and results. We are committed to responsible leadership across every program and partnership."

  • Defined Leadership Roles & Responsibilities
  • Rigorous Financial Controls & Reporting
  • Impact-Focused Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Regular Member & Stakeholder Communication
Our Manifesto

Engineering
Re-Imagined.

We are evolving from a purely society-based identity into a broader, Africa-contextualized engineering movement—one that prepares members to build, lead, and create solutions that matter.

We honor our 26-year legacy while actively designing the future. Today, we focus on paths from education to enterprise, ensuring that African engineers are not just consumers of technology, but architects of it.

The Future is
Engineered.

Become part of Ghana's most powerful network of engineers and innovators. Turning ideas into impact.

Join the Movement