Construction is officially underway for a $10 million Korea-funded ICT Centre at the University of Ghana, and it’s being hailed as more than just a building — it’s a big step forward for Ghana’s digital economy.
Dubbed the Ghana-Korea Centre of Excellence for ICT-Based Startups and Research, the high-tech hub is being built on land provided by the university and is set for completion in 2026.
At the groundbreaking ceremony, Professor Gordon Awandare, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, called the project a milestone — not just for the school, but for Ghana-Korea relations.
“I’m told this is the largest grant ever from Korea to Ghana. It’s a true symbol of friendship and growing collaboration,” he said.
Korean Ambassador Park Kyongsig echoed the sentiment, describing the Centre as “a token of friendship” with serious potential.
“It has two pillars — an ICT centre and an incubation space for startups. We’re here to support, and who knows — maybe one of these startups will go global,” he said, clearly optimistic about Ghana’s tech future.
Once complete, the Centre will become a nucleus for research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, fueling the country’s digital ambitions and giving young tech talent a launchpad for big ideas.
Looks like Legon’s getting a digital glow-up — and the startup scene is watching.
