The Ghana Institution of Engineering (GhIE) has emphasised adherence to ethical and professional standards as members undertake projects across sectors to help achieve developmental goals.
Speaking at the Institution’s maiden Town Hall meeting in Accra, Mr Ludwig Annang Hesse, GhIE President, warned against the misuse of engineering stamps, a practice he believes could undermine trust in the profession.
“If you know of anyone abusing the engineer’s stamp, report it,” he was quoted as saying.
“The only way we can stop such unethical practices is for those who know to speak up. When you fail to report, you break the very code of ethics we have all sworn to uphold.”
A release copied to Ghana News Agency on Wednesday said the initiative formed part of efforts to strengthen professional accountability, transparency and national development.
The hybrid meeting enabled civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and emerging engineers across disciplines to interact with the leadership of the institution.
The discussions focused on professional recognition and practice regulation, professional integrity, capacity and continuous professional development, infrastructure and safety standards, innovation and climate resilience, membership welfare, and strengthening collaboration with other professional associations.
“The platform offered a rare opportunity for members to voice concerns, question long-standing norms, and offer practical proposals aimed at enhancing Ghana’s engineering ecosystem,” the release said.
The meeting intended to reinforce commitment to collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
It said the insights and recommendations gathered from the session would inform policy direction and future interventions.
“As we work to improve the remuneration and welfare of engineers, we also urge practitioners to uphold the highest standards. The difference between a licensed engineer and an unlicensed one must be clear in the quality of work we deliver,” Ms Sophia Abena Tijani, President-elect of the Institution, was quoted as saying.
“Today, we heard from our Council, we heard from our members, and we addressed most of their concerns.”
“Those we couldn’t address immediately will be answered and published on our website. I want to assure members that we have heard them clearly especially on issues concerning conditions of service.”
The release described the initiative as a bold innovation in leadership accountability.
“This Town Hall is an eye-opener. As an association, we depend on our members for everything we do. Today proved that constructive engagement is possible. We hope to refine and improve this model going forward,” Mr Kwabena Bempong, Immediate Past President, said.
The Town Hall Meeting formed part of GhIE’s strategy to strengthen professional standards, enhance its influence in national development, and build stronger links with government and industry.