The Ghana Commission for UNESCO and the Korean National Commission for UNESCO are strengthening cooperation to protect Ghana’s historic Forts and Castles from the growing impacts of climate change under a five-year Korea-Ghana Heritage Project.
Running from 2026 to 2030, the project focuses initially on six heritage sites in Greater Accra – James Fort, Ussher Fort, Christiansborg Castle, Fort Augustaborg, Fort Vernon and Fort Fredensborg.
The initiative combines Ghanaian heritage expertise with Korean technology and experience in climate-risk assessment, digital documentation, scientific monitoring, research and capacity building.
Significant activities have already taken place, including an Invitational Programme for Ghanaian policymakers and heritage stakeholders in Korea from 13–24 July 2026, a Heritage and Climate Change Symposium, and a community dialogue in Jamestown.
Korea has also provided specialised conservation equipment, including digital microscopes, ultrasonic testing devices, moisture meters, crack gauges and monitoring systems, with additional advanced equipment expected.
The project was officially launched at the Accra Metropolitan Assembly Hall on 26 August 2026, followed by the inauguration of the Joint Ghana-Korea Heritage Project Steering Committee.
The partnership demonstrates how National Commissions for UNESCO can translate international cooperation into practical national action through knowledge-sharing, technology transfer, capacity building and community engagement, while strengthening Ghana-Korea cultural relations and safeguarding Ghana’s heritage for future generations.
