TaTU Electrical Engineering students win second prize at C

By Modesta ZUMKPEH

Students from the Department of Electrical Engineering at Tamale Technical University (TaTU) have won second prize at the 2025 Africa Regional Conference and Exhibition on Education and Skills Development (ARC-ESD), held  in Accra.

The team competed against 17 other universities, earning national recognition for their Solar-Powered Smart Open-Air Drying System. The device automates the sun-drying of cocoa, grains and cereals using sensors that detect rain and pests. It automatically deploys a weather-responsive roof to protect crops during rainfall and activates a scarecrow system to deter animals.

According to the team, the system will save farmers from constant crop monitoring, protect produce from damage and provide secure overnight storage. Judges praised the project for its technical potential, sustainability and real-world applicability.

Team leader Dr. Simon Atuah Asakipaam said the invention could be scaled up to benefit farmers across Ghana and other developing countries. He appealed to the university, alumni and stakeholders to continue supporting student-led innovations, noting that investment in research, mentorship and modern tools would further boost creativity and impact.

Vice-Chancellor Professor Bashiru Ibin Saeed Imoro commended the students as “true ambassadors of innovation and engineering excellence”, adding that their achievement was a testament to their talent, teamwork and dedication. He expressed confidence that the milestone would inspire other students to pursue solutions to real-life challenges.

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