Third-year Telecommunication Engineering students recently undertook a field trip to LMI Holdings in Tema, Accra, on the 27th of June 2025, gaining invaluable exposure to real-world applications of their studies within one of Ghana’s most impactful industrial development hubs. LMI Holdings, a fully Ghanaian-owned conglomerate, is known for its pioneering work in infrastructure development, industrial parks, logistics, power distribution, and telecommunications.
Students were met with a warm welcome and orientation after a long journey. They were divided into smaller groups to explore the various subsidiaries under LMI Holdings simultaneously. One of the key stops on the tour was Datacom Telecommunications, the telecommunications arm of LMI and a major Internet Service Provider (ISP) serving not only industries within the park but also clients beyond its boundaries. Here, students were taken through the practical aspects of fibre optic communication, toured the infrastructure behind the network backbone, and learned how enterprise connectivity is managed on a large scale. The session provided clear links between academic knowledge and its industrial applications in broadband deployment and network solutions.
Another important visit was to Enclave Power, the electricity subsidiary of LMI Holdings and currently the only private electricity distribution company in Ghana. Students learned about the critical role Enclave Power plays in supporting industrial operations through a resilient and reliable power supply system. This experience shed light on how consistent energy delivery supports manufacturing efficiency and reduces downtime in a high-demand industrial setting.
Later in the day, students visited the iconic Mega Warehouse (Mega Wars), a standout facility within the industrial enclave. Recognized as the third-largest solar-roofed warehouse in the world and the largest in Africa*, the Mega Warehouse reflects LMI’s strong commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The facility also plays a vital role in supporting Ghana’s non-traditional exports and reducing reliance on conventional energy sources, demonstrating how renewable energy solutions are integrated into large-scale industrial logistics.
Throughout the visit, it became evident how LMI Holdings integrated model, combining land development, telecommunications, power supply, and logistics, to foster a thriving industrial environment. This model has not only enabled seamless industrial operations but has also contributed to significant economic development by facilitating over 3,000 jobs within industries operating in and around the Meridian industrial park. By providing essential infrastructure and reducing entry barriers, LMI supports companies that work around the clock, thereby enhancing productivity and export potential.
A highlight of the trip was a special interaction with Mr. Kojo Aduhene, the visionary founder and CEO of LMI Holdings. In his address to the students, Mr. Aduhene shared a transformative piece of advice he received from a university professor, who told him to “stop thinking like an African.” Though provocative, the statement challenged him to think beyond limitations and adopt a global, solutions-oriented mindset, a mindset that has shaped his journey in building one of Ghana’s most influential industrial conglomerates. He encouraged students to see themselves not just as technicians, but as engineers and problem-solvers, people with the responsibility and potential to drive innovation and national progress.
The field trip provided the students with a holistic view of how telecommunications integrate into broader industrial systems and exposed them to the leadership and innovation behind one of Ghana’s most ambitious industrial transformations. It was an inspiring and enlightening experience that left students motivated, informed, and better prepared for the realities of engineering in the professional world.
