Driving Ghana's Industrial Transformation Through Technology & Innovation
Established in 1987, GRATIS Foundation is Ghana’s lead agency for technology transfer and industrial support — promoting innovation, skills, and sustainable industrialization.
- 40,000+ Machines Fabricated
- 50,000+ MSMEs Supported
- Over 30,000 Artisans Trained
- Active in 9 Regions and 31 Districts
News & Updates
GRATIS 2026 STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN
GRATIS Strengthens Safety and Quality Standards Through Staff Training
GRATIS Foundation Engages Chinese Business Delegation on Industrial Collaboration
Our Core Mandate
Technology Development and Transfer
GRATIS designs, develops, and adapts appropriate technologies to meet the needs of Ghana’s micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs).
Research, Design & Innovation
The agency conducts applied research and product development through the Engineering and Industrial Design Centre (EIDC).
Industrial Fabrication & Maintenance
GRATIS provides high-quality mechanical engineering services including fabrication, machining, and equipment maintenance.
Capacity Building & Skills Development
Through the regional and district centres, GRATIS delivers practical, competency-based technical capacity building in welding, machining, fabrication, electricals, and agro-equipment operation.
Quality Assurance & Standards
To ensure reliability and safety of locally manufactured equipment, GRATIS promotes quality standards and continuous improvement practices in all its operations.
Partnerships & Enterprise Support
GRATIS collaborates with government institutions, development partners, and private enterprises to implement industrialization and job creation programmes.