Russia–Ghana Friendship Day Held in Nkoranza

The large-scale cultural and educational event brought together primarily school students, prospective university applicants and their parents, Ghanaian students of the preparatory faculty of Novosibirsk State Technical University, as well as all interested local residents. Honored guests of the celebration included Ghanaian members of parliament, representatives of municipalities and the education sector, and local school administrators. The initiative of the Center for Public Diplomacy received active support, in particular, from Ghana’s Minister for Special Projects, Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum.

This was the first event of such scale dedicated to Russian-Ghanaian cultural cooperation in the Bono East Region. In addition to a presentation of the Center for Public Diplomacy’s projects, guests of the Friendship Day enjoyed an engaging cultural program, including a lecture on Russian history and achievements, its peoples and traditions, as well as an entertaining quiz and a concert.

The interactive exhibition areas sparked special interest among the attendees. The themed displays introduced guests to Russian cities, the achievements of Russian science, the Russian alphabet, and folk art. The organizers prepared intellectual and creative activities that introduced the people of Ghana to Russia’s cultural heritage in an engaging and interactive format.

The staff of the Russian House of the CPD also received pleasant surprises — they were presented with traditional Ghanaian national costumes as gifts from their African partners and friends.

An important part of the program was a meeting with the parents of Ghanaian scholarship students who will soon depart to study at Russian universities. The sides discussed in detail the preparations for departure and the measures to support students during their adaptation to studying in Russia.

Representatives of the Russian House of the CPD emphasized that such cultural and educational events in Ghana will certainly continue, as they not only promote Russian educational programs but also strengthen Russian-Ghanaian mutual understanding, cultural dialogue, and humanitarian cooperation.