Ghana and UK Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Science, Technology, and Innovation

Accra, Ghana January 31, 2024

In a landmark ceremony held at the Office of the President of Ghana, Dr. Kwaku Afriyie, Minister of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, representing the Government of Ghana, alongside Minister Mitchel [please specify the full name or title], and the UK High Commissioner, formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and policy document outlining the Ghana-UK Science, Technology, and Innovation (ST&I) Strategy.

Recognizing the pivotal role of ST&I in driving prosperity, stability, and security, both nations underscored the importance of prioritizing development efforts in these domains. The United Kingdom’s rich history of groundbreaking discoveries, coupled with Ghana’s commitment to leveraging ST&I for national development, sets the stage for a dynamic partnership aimed at fostering mutual growth and progress.

The UK-Ghana ST&I Strategy sets forth clear objectives, including enhancing partnership quality and impact, fostering collaboration on shared interests, and leveraging ongoing initiatives, such as the Vice President’s Digital Transformation Agenda, to maximize opportunities for advancement.

This strategic alignment represents a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between Ghana and the UK, laying the foundation for a collaborative framework built on mutual respect, transparency, and shared knowledge. As both nations embark on this journey, they envision a future characterized by broader, more coordinated, and impactful cooperation in the realms of science, technology, research, & innovation.