International Conference on the Political Economy of [Just] Energy Transitions and Inequality in Africa.

30th -31st March, 2026.

University of Ghana, Legon, Accra (Hybrid).

The Centre for Social Policy Studies (CSPS), University of Ghana, has taken steps to deepen its partnership with UNICEF Ghana as part of efforts to promote evidence-based policymaking and inclusive social development.

It is our pleasure to announce that Prof. Abdul-Gafaru Abdulai, our phenomenal Director, has been promoted to full time Professor of Development Studies!

We extend our warmest congratulations to him on this remarkable achievement! Best wishes to you, Prof. Abdul-Gafaru.

As AI transforms global industries, its growth depends on invisible labour and extractive infrastructures, many anchored in Africa. This webinar, Invisible Labour: Africa’s Role in Training the Global AI Economy, exposes how African workers and resources power AI, from cobalt and coltan mines in the DRC to data annotation hubs in Kenya. It also highlights the continent’s role as a dumping ground for toxic e-waste, with sites like Agbogbloshie absorbing the detritus of digital consumption.

The Centre for Social Policy Studies proudly honours Professor Stephen Afranie on the occasion of his retirement for his leadership, academic excellence and dedication to social development. 

Throughout a distinguished career spanning more than 3 decades, Prof. Afranie served with distinction as a Scholar, Educator and Policy Influencer. As a former Deputy Director of CSPS, his leadership expanded the centre's research capacity and deepened its impact on national and international development discourses.