The University of Cape Coast (UCC) has participated in the 16th Quadrennial General Conference of the Association of African Universities (AAU) in Rabat, Morocco.

It was under the theme, “Shaping the Future of Higher Education for Innovation and Sustainable Development in Africa.”

UCC showcased its brand to African university leaders, partners, and sponsors participating in the event. Items displayed included photos, academic programmes, and other historical memorabilia of the University.

A major highlight of the exhibition was the presence of Azzedine El Midaoui, Morocco's Minister of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, at the UCC booth.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Johnson Nyarko-Boampong, who opened the UCC exhibition, stated that UCC welcomes international students to study in Ghana, particularly at UCC, which is the number one university in Ghana and West Africa, as cited in the 2025 World University Rankings.

He added that the University would support the academic pursuit of international students who study at UCC.

He said the University’s participation in the exhibition had helped position its brand in the academic world.

He reinforced the University’s commitment to providing students with the opportunity to showcase their skills and connect with industry leaders.

He told patrons that UCC was on the brink of becoming an Entrepreneurial University and presented some photos of UCC's inventive projects, cutting-edge research, and visionary ideas to foster an environment of collaboration and innovation.

The Head of University Relations, Mr. Felix Adu-Poku, who was in charge of the UCC booth, said he was overwhelmed by the number of patrons who visited the UCC stand, stressing that it was a good opportunity for the University to grow its brand in the academic community.

He distributed UCC paraphernalia to the patrons, some of whom expressed academic interest in UCC.

Source: Documentation and Information Section-UCC