In an esteemed ceremony at the 13th Sustainable and Development Research Conference graced by notable dignitaries, Dr. Violet Makuku, the Director of the Global Quality Assurance Association (GQAA), was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the enhancement of quality assurance in higher education throughout Africa. The gathering, hosted in Ghana, was honored by the presence of prominent individuals including the Minister of Education, Hon. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum; the Deputy minister of Education Rev. John Ntim-Fordjour, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg, Prof. Letlhokwa George Mpedi; the Pro Vice Chancellor of Kumasi Technical University, Ing. Prof. Abena Agyeiwaa Obiri-Yeboah; and Prof. Mrs. Scholastica Wompakeah Azuah, the Principal of St. Teresa’s College of Education, Volta Region, Ghana who also received awards.
Dr. Makuku’s relentless dedication to raising the standards of education across the continent has been instrumental in enhancing institutional accountability, promoting transformative practices, and ensuring continuous improvement and development in Africa’s higher education institutions. Her leadership at GQAA has not only brought attention to the importance of quality and quality assurance in education but has also mobilized stakeholders to create sustainable solutions for institutional strengthening, sustainability and transformation.
The award, a testament to her tireless work, reflects her profound impact on the quality assurance landscape, ensuring that educational systems across Africa are equipped to meet global standards while addressing the unique needs of the continent.
