GHANA AND UAE COLLABORABES TO LAUNCH INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY HUB

Ghana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have entered into a significant bilateral partnership aimed at establishing a cutting-edge innovation and technology hub in Ghana. The move is part of a broader initiative to drive economic growth through digital transformation and foster a robust tech ecosystem in the West African nation.

Announced on May 30, 2025, this collaboration is expected to open up new avenues for technological advancement, entrepreneurship, and investment. The partnership leverages the UAE’s global reputation and expertise in developing innovation-driven economies to support Ghana’s ambition of becoming a leader in Africa’s digital space.

Officials from both countries emphasized that the hub will serve as a catalyst for innovation, offering opportunities for startups, tech professionals, and researchers to collaborate, build solutions, and scale their ventures. It will also facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technology, ensuring that Ghanaian innovators gain access to best practices and advanced tools used in leading tech ecosystems.

While full operational details, such as the location of the hub and timeline for implementation, are still being finalized, the agreement signals a strong commitment from both nations to invest in the future of technology and youth empowerment.

The initiative aligns with Ghana’s digitalization agenda and the UAE’s strategic outreach to partner with emerging economies in areas such as AI, renewable energy, fintech, and smart infrastructure.