Ecofibre Solutions, emerged as overall winners of the 2024 Demo Day, a Student Enterprise Pitch Competition, winning the ultimate prize of Ghs40,000.00 and a plaque.

Hosted by the Office of Research, Innovation and Development, with support from Imperial College London and the Impact Hub Accra, the event witnessed innovative pitches by five winning teams from the pre-demo day event.

Ecofibre Solutions, produces eco-friendly biodegradable food packaging, using plant residue, such as rice husks. Their innovation seeks to reduce waste, promote sustainability and support eco-friendly practices in the agricultural and packaging industries.

Highlighting the University's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo remarked, ‘We believe that nurturing student businesses is not just an addition to academic excellence, but a vital component.”

The Pro Vice-Chancellor, Research, Innovation and Development, Prof. Felix Ankomah Asante, in welcome remarks, gave an overview of the project and expressed appreciation to all the partners.

The event was witnessed by the Registrar, Mrs. Emelia Agyei-Mensah, some Deans and Directors as well as an enthusiastic group of students from the university.