A delegation of leading Russian universities has arrived in Ghana to expand academic and cultural partnerships between Russia and Ghana.
The visit, organized by the Center for Public Diplomacy (CPD), aims to establish direct academic ties, promote Russian language studies, and explore student and faculty exchange opportunities.
The delegation, comprising representatives from Novosibirsk State Technical University, Saint Petersburg State University, and Russian University of Transport, will meet with Ghanaian universities, including the University of Ghana and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
This visit marks a new stage in Russian-Ghanaian academic cooperation, focusing on joint educational programs, dual-degree programs, and distance learning courses in Russian.
The CPD also plans to open new Russian Houses in Ghana, Libya, and Mali in 2025 to promote Russian language, culture, and education
The visit is part of the CPD’s broader initiative to strengthen humanitarian relations between Russia and African nations.
The “Partner Russian Houses of the Center for Public Diplomacy” project aims to promote a positive image of Russia, support the spread of the Russian language, and encourage educational and cultural exchange, Micah Zing, Director of International Communications and Co-Founder of the Representative Office of the Center for Public Diplomacy in the Republic of Ghana told journalists during a briefing session in Accra today.
Also, Dr. Natalia Krasovskaya, Executive Director of the Center for Public Diplomacy, emphasized the importance of building long-term partnerships between Russian and Ghanaian universities.
“Our goal is to create a platform for sustainable cooperation, innovation, and knowledge exchange between Russia and Ghana,” she said.
The delegation’s meetings with Ghanaian universities and institutions are expected to yield fruitful outcomes, including the launch of joint educational programs and student exchange initiatives.
The CPD’s Representative Office in Ghana is optimistic that the visit will mark a significant milestone in Russian-Ghanaian academic cooperation.
The Russian universities will also participate in cultural events and meet with local students to promote Russian language and culture. The visit is expected to further strengthen the ties between Russia and Ghana, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation in education, culture, and beyond.
By Adnan Adams Mohammed
