A Digital Embassy for Aerial Diplomacy
The Korea–Ghana Drone Expo is a three-day convergence of technology, policy, and ambition — uniting two nations under a shared vision of aerial innovation.
Mission
•Promote enduring technological and commercial collaboration between Korea, Ghana, and the wider African continent. •Showcase cutting-edge drone systems and practical applications that respond to African development priorities. •Support responsible regulation, aviation safety, and public confidence in unmanned aircraft systems. •Connect governments, businesses, investors, researchers, and innovators to new partnership and investment opportunities. • Build technical capacity through education, professional training, demonstrations, and knowledge exchange. •Create meaningful opportunities for young people, students, entrepreneurs, and emerging technology companies. •Accelerate Africa’s digital transformation through safe, inclusive and sustainable drone innovation.
Vision
To establish Ghana as a leading gateway for safe, innovative and sustainable drone technology in Africa, while building a trusted Korea–Africa platform that transforms ideas into partnerships, investment, skills, jobs and solutions for development.
Impact
Driving economic growth, job creation, and technological sovereignty through cross-border collaboration in unmanned aerial systems.
From Diplomatic Ties to Aerial Partnership
Building on decades of Korea–Ghana diplomatic relations, the Drone Expo represents a new chapter — one defined by technology transfer, capacity building, and mutual economic advancement. The inaugural edition brings together over 40 exhibitors, 60 speakers, and 5,000 participants from 12 countries.
Organised by a joint committee of the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), the Ghana Ministry of Communications, and the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, with support from leading universities and industry associations.
What We Set Out to Achieve
Showcase cutting-edge drone technology from Korea and Ghana
Facilitate B2B connections between manufacturers, investors, and end-users
Promote youth participation through training and career pathways
Strengthen bilateral cooperation in aviation and technology
Advance regulatory frameworks for commercial drone operations
Position Ghana as West Africa's drone technology hub
The People Behind the Bridge
Prof. S. Lee
Head of UAS Research
KAIST
Cdr. A. Mensah
Director of Aviation Safety
Ghana Civil Aviation Authority
Dr. K. Park
Director General
KOTRA
Hon. E. Owusu
Minister of Communications
Republic of Ghana