Dr. Christopher M. Owusu-Ansah is a senior academic librarian, research fellow, and published scholar with over a decade of leadership in academic library services, digital transformation, and scholarly communication. He currently serves as the University Librarian at Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), where he oversees strategic planning, policy implementation, and the modernization of library systems to support academic excellence and institutional growth.
He is also a Research Fellow at the Department of Information Science, University of South Africa, contributing to scholarly work in digital libraries, distance education, and knowledge management.
Academic Qualifications
• PhD in Information Science – University of South Africa, Pretoria
• Master of Arts in Library Studies – University of Ghana, Accra
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Information Studies – University of Ghana, Accra
• Diploma in Education – University of Education, Winneba
• Professional Certificate in ICT – University of Pretoria, South Africa
Publications and Authorship
• 40+ scholarly publications, including:
o One academic monograph (Information Literacy and the Academic Research Process)
o Numerous peer-reviewed journal articles
o Multiple book chapters in internationally published volumes
Through his research, leadership, and professional service, Dr. Owusu-Ansah continues to shape the future of academic libraries and advocate for equitable access to knowledge across Africa.
