Renowned Ghanaian fibre optics inventor, Dr Thomas Mensah passes on

Renowned Ghanaian-American scientist and inventor of fiber optics, Dr Thomas Mensah, has died at age 74.

A statement released by the family on Thursday, March 28, said that the renowned inventor, who had been instrumental in revolutionizing telecommunications and technology, succumbed to a brief illness at the Kumasi Catholic Hope Exchange Hospital.

“Dr. Thomas Mensah died on the 27th March 2024 at Kumasi Catholic Hope Exchange Hospital. The sad occurrence of Dr. Mensah’s death was as a result of short illness.

“The family hereby announces to the general public of the sadden occurrence. Dr. Thomas Mensah has died at the age of 74,” the statement said.

The Adisadel College Old Boys Association official X handle also confirmed the demise of Dr. Mensah.

BREAKING: Dr Thomas O. Mensah, Inventor of Fibre Optics and Nanotechnology Commercialization, has passed away.

He was known on the global stage for his significant contributions in the field of fibre optics and nanotechnology.

He was a proud Santaclausian. Rest well, Sir pic.twitter.com/t0zg01iA9h

— Adisadel College Old Boys Association (@UGadisco) March 28, 2024

“He was known on the global stage for his significant contributions in the field of fibre optics and nanotechnology.”

Global communications networks have been greatly impacted by Dr Mensah’s innovations, which have made enormous contributions to the world of technology.

His groundbreaking breakthrough in fibre optics enabled high-speed data transfer, revolutionising various industries and contributing to the success of the digital age.

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