Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Eva Boakye-Yiadom, MSc, MBA, PhD Candidate

Program Manager, Africa Health Collaborative

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

Eva Boakye-Yiadom, Project Manager of the Mastercard Foundation Africa Health Collaborative, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

Eva has great expertise in administration, audit, accounting, and project management. Eva is a PhD candidate at the KNUST School of Business. She holds an MSc in Accounting and Finance from Christian Service University, Kumasi Ghana, Masters in Business Administration, from the Oxford Brookes University, Oxford, United Kingdom and Bachelor of Management Studies from KNUST.

Email Address: evadd2000@gmail.com
Profile Type: Staff
Country: Ghana
Program: All KNUST Programs

Ellis Owusu-Dabo, PhD

Former Pro Vice-Chancellor of KNUST, Professor of Epidemiology & Global Health, Consultant Public Health Physician and Researcher.

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

Dr. Ellis Owusu-Dabo is a Consultant Public Health Physician, Teacher and Researcher.

As a Professor of Epidemiology and Global Health, his area of expertise is in Medical Epidemiology and applied public health technologies. As a teacher, he has trained undergraduate and postgraduate 2 students, as well as mentored young faculty at both local and international levels.

Ellis is a demonstrable astute university administrator and a research project management consultant. He is highly driven in his research interest area, mainly non-communicable diseases in low-income country settings. He also has considerable interest in population genomics of pulmonary tuberculosis.

Ellis has secured and managed multimillion United States dollar research grants from principal granting institutions such as the European Union, National Institutes of Health (NIH), The World Bank and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) as well as many bilateral organisations. He serves on several boards at both local and international levels, and has a massive network of individuals and organisations he works with. Dr Owusu-Dabo has published over 250 research articles in peer-reviewed journals. As Perelman International Scholar of the University of Pensylvannia School of Medicine, his passion is in building capacities of next generation scientists and health systems to help solve Africa’s health problems through scientific research collaborations.

Email Address: owusudabo@yahoo.com
Profile Type: Faculty
Country: Ghana
Pillars: Health Ecosystems; Health Employment; Health Entrepreneurship
Governance: Executive Steering Committee

Maarouf Borhan Hatab

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

Receiving the scholarship has been a transformative experience for me.

What I value most about it is the access to invaluable information that has made adapting to life as an international student remarkably easy. The constant support I receive from the scholarship program is truly remarkable; it’s as if they anticipate my needs before I even realize them. Moreover, the connections I’ve been able to make through this opportunity have enriched my academic and personal journey. It’s a testament to the scholarship’s commitment to my success, and I am incredibly grateful for the doors it has opened in my life.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Financial Insurance (MFI); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

Martin Bartels Awortwe

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

It is a wider opportunity to be a Mastercard Scholar.

The foundation has made it possible to pursue higher learning and commit to a scholarly life. The enabling environment provided by the Mastercard Foundation has equipped me to face the various challenges that come along with graduate studies. As a Master of Public Health student (Environmental Public Health emphasis) at the University of Toronto, I am a step closer to achieving my academic and career goals of preventing diseases, improving the health of populations and communities, and ensuring sustainability of the environment.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Public Health (MPH); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program; Occupational and Environmental Health

Maxwell Osei-Ampofo

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

So far, my experience with the Mastercard Foundation has been phenomenal.

The staff has been incredibly helpful from day one to the present. I felt so welcomed to the city of Toronto; I was chauffeured from Pearson airport to Graduate House, where my room was already prepared with a greeting basket containing amenities for my stay. The organization has ensured that I am fully prepared for academic and social life. I am extremely appreciative for this opportunity.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Health Administration (MHSc); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

Nicholas Kofi Adegbe

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

I am Nicholas Kofi Adegbe from Ghana. Once doubtful of advancing beyond high school, but my life took a pivotal turn with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars program at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in 2018.

Fast forward after undergraduate degree, I got the life changing opportunity from the scholar’s program again to pursue a masters in Financial Insurance at the University of Toronto. The intricate blend of data science and finance in my program doesn’t just add to my academic knowledge; it serves as a catalyst, setting me on a path to reshape financial frameworks.

Beyond academia, the Scholars program’s leadership training has been transformative. Molding me with virtues of integrity and resilience. Equipped with all the necessary resources, I am empowered to inspire young people to leverage technology to solve problems in Africa. With a world-class education and these foundational lessons, I am poised to drive financial innovation with technology, ensuring a prosperous future for many.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Financial Insurance (MFI); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

Obed Ehoneah

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

I am Obed Ehoneah, pursuing an Executive Master’s in Health Informatics at the esteemed University of Toronto, courtesy of the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship.

This transformative journey has not only nurtured my academic aspirations but also created a second home filled with invaluable support and mentorship. Mastercard Foundation has truly paved the way for my academic and personal growth, leaving no stone unturned in supporting my journey.

As I immerse myself in the program, I find profound passion in solving complex healthcare challenges. Armed with newfound knowledge, I am eager to drive innovative solutions for pressing health issues in Africa.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Health informatics Executive (EMHI); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

Shadrach Korsah

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

As a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at the University of Toronto and formerly at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana, my fundamental experience is that the Scholars Program is full of opportunities – opportunities for personal development, networking, impact and self-actualization.

The exposure has enabled me to develop a better sense of leadership, one that is premised on the values of integrity, service and positive influence.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Public Health (MPH); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program; Social and Behavioural Health Sciences

David Gameli Agbeko

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

Joining the Mastercard Foundation scholar’s program at UofT was a pivotal moment in my academic journey.

After completing my bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, I was uncertain about my next steps. The transition was demanding, pushing me to find direction and purpose amidst a sea of aspirations. Today, I am extremely grateful for the life-changing opportunity offered by the Mastercard Foundation scholar’s program. It has allowed me to pursue my master’s in Financial Insurance, a field that perfectly aligns with my career ambitions. Through this enriching experience, I am building formidable skills and establishing meaningful connections vital for impact and transformation in Africa.

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Master of Financial Insurance (MFI); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

Ebenezer Brefo-Appiah

Master Scholar

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Ghana

University of Toronto

Canada

Hello, I am Ebenezer Brefo-Appiah, and I am currently pursuing my Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering here at the University of Toronto as a scholarship recipient.

I live my life each new day counting the blessing of getting to further my education as a scholar here at UofT where innovation meets passion.

My academic journey so far is thrilling, and I am honored to have had the opportunity to immerse myself in cutting-edge technologies and collaborate closely with renowned faculty to utilize state-of-the-art technologies in research projects.

I am elated to witness recent advancements in the biomedical field and l can’t wait to see future advancements.

God bless the Mastercard Foundation and God bless the University!

Profile Type: Scholar
Country: Canada; Ghana
Pillar: Health Ecosystems
Programs: Biomedical Engineering; Master of Engineering (MEng); Mastercard Foundation Masters Scholar program

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