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U4SSC Country
Hubs
Local Impact - Global Reach
The U4SSC Country Hubs amplify our
impact at a local level. Serving as contact
points and capacity builders, our Hubs
provide tailored insights and support to
cities in their region based on U4SSC’s
wide-ranging expertise. Thereby, we ensure
our work becomes accessible and
applicable for all cities globally.
Interested in setting up a Country Hub in
your country or region? Contact us at
u4ssc@itu.int to start your journey.
These Country Hubs already serve as facilitators in their region:
U4SSC Country Hub Austria U4SSC Country Hub Ghana
The first U4SSC Country Hub in Europe has been set The first U4SSC Country Hub in Africa was
up in Vienna, Austria and is hosted by the Austrian established in Kyebi, Ghana. In the vibrant
Economic Centre. Situated in the heart of Europe, it landscapes of West Africa, the Ghana Country Hub
serves as a driver of urban innovation and smart, stands as a testament to the country’s commitment
sustainable urban development on the continent. to smart and sustainable urban growth. By
balancing modernization with sustainability, it
Leader and Focal Point
creates a blueprint for the future of urban
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development in Africa.
Director of the
Austrian Economics Center Leader and Focal Point
Akosua Asabea Annoh
U4SSC Mayor of Kyebi, Ghana
Management
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