UGBS NEST Engages KOICA Delegation to Drive Strategic Planning for GK-IMPACT Project

On May 26, 2025, the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) hosted a meeting with the delegation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), marking a significant step toward the successful implementation of the Ghana-Korea Centre of Excellence for ICT-based Startups and Asian Research (GK-IMPACT).

The meeting served as a platform for key stakeholders, including the UGBS Dean and Project Advisor (UGBS Innovation and Incubation Hub), Prof. Justice Bawole, Project Director for UGBS Innovation and Incubation Hub, Prof. George Acheampong, Director of the Centre for Asian Studies, Dr. Lloyd G. Adu Amoah, and a Start-Up expert, Min Kwangdong (Rando), alongside KOICA representatives, Choi Woansik, and Jiyeon Lee, to align strategies and define a clear pathway for project execution. Central to the discussion was the strategic importance of integrating the Centre for Asian Studies and the IT component to ensure a comprehensive approach to boosting ICT innovation, fostering research, and supporting digital transformation within Ghana.

The UGBS Innovation and Incubation Hub (IIH) together with other stakeholders (The Department of   Computer Science, Mest and UNICEF will be associated with the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) aspect of the building, a move that will significantly bolster entrepreneurship training and innovation. By overseeing the ICT framework, the IIH ensures that participants have access to the cutting-edge digital tools and resources essential for developing and scaling their ventures. This direct involvement in the technological backbone of the facility will create a seamless environment for learning, collaboration, and the practical application of innovative ideas, ultimately accelerating the journey from concept to market-ready solutions.

This meeting sets the foundation for a transformative initiative that promises to enhance digital innovation, promote regional research collaborations, and bridge cultural exchanges between Africa and Asia. Through strategic planning and joint effort, the GK-IMPACT project is poised to make a lasting impact on Ghana’s technological landscape and research environment.