Green Auto Factory Aichi (GAFA) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Accra Technical University (ATU) to establish a student and faculty exchange program under the Japan-Ghana Auto Connect initiative.
The partnership seeks to enhance technical education, advance automotive innovation, and facilitate skills transfer between Ghana and Japan, focusing on green automotive technologies and sustainable manufacturing practices.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Osukyi Yusuke, President of GAFA, described the agreement as a strategic investment in Ghana’s technical and industrial future.
“This MoU represents our commitment to developing highly skilled automotive professionals who can compete globally,” the GAFA President stated. “Through the Japan-Ghana Auto Connect initiative, we are creating real pathways for knowledge exchange, innovation, and industrial growth.”
“By combining academic excellence with industry expertise, we are laying the foundation for a greener and more technologically advanced automotive sector in Ghana,” Osukyi added.
Under the agreement, selected students and faculty of Accra Technical University will benefit from exchange opportunities, industrial attachments, specialized training, and exposure to advanced automotive technologies in Japan. The program will also support joint research, curriculum development, and industry-led workshops in Ghana.
The Vice-Chancellor of Accra Technical University, Prof. Amevi Acakpovi, welcomed the collaboration, describing it as a major boost to the university’s mandate of providing hands-on, industry-driven education.
“This partnership aligns perfectly with our vision of producing practical, industry-ready graduates,” the Vice-Chancellor noted. “Our students will gain international exposure and cutting-edge technical skills that will position them strongly in the automotive and manufacturing sectors.”
The MoU further seeks to promote environmentally friendly vehicle technologies, innovation in electric and hybrid systems, and sustainable production practices, in line with global trends in the automotive industry.
