Thursday, 24th September 2026

Islamabad/Accra: Riphah International University and Wisconsin International University College, Ghana (WIUC-Ghana) have officially launched a landmark international partnership and inaugurated their Joint Steering Committee, establishing a framework for enhanced academic and institutional collaboration between Pakistan and Ghana.

The partnership was formally launched through a virtual ceremony connecting Islamabad and Accra, bringing together leadership and representatives from both institutions. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to advancing global academic excellence, research, innovation, and cross-cultural capacity building.

Strengthening Pakistan-Ghana Academic Collaboration

The virtual ceremony was also attended by distinguished leadership from both sides, including Amb. Genevieve Apaloo, Director of Asia and Pacific Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana. Her participation highlighted the broader diplomatic and academic significance of strengthening connections between Pakistan and Ghana.

The establishment of the Joint Steering Committee provides a platform for both universities to coordinate and advance the objectives of their partnership through structured engagement and collaborative initiatives.

Key Areas of Collaboration

The partnership will focus on several key areas, including:

• Student and Faculty Exchange Programs – Creating opportunities for students and faculty members to gain international academic exposure and engage with their counterparts across both institutions.
• Joint Research and Innovation – Encouraging collaborative research initiatives and innovation-driven academic projects.
• Skills Development and Capacity Building – Supporting professional growth, skills development, and capacity-building initiatives for students and academic communities.
• Institutional and Global Linkages – Strengthening institutional connections and expanding opportunities for broader international collaboration.

Through this partnership, Riphah International University and WIUC-Ghana aim to develop sustainable academic connections that facilitate knowledge exchange, collaborative research, innovation, and international learning opportunities.

The launch of the Joint Steering Committee marks an important step in translating the shared vision of both institutions into meaningful initiatives and strengthening academic and cross-cultural ties between Pakistan and Ghana.

Riphah International University looks forward to working closely with WIUC-Ghana to create opportunities that empower students and faculty, strengthen institutional capacity, and contribute to academic development across continents.