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Ghana to Develop National AI Strategy Initiative Amid Digital Transformation Push

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In a significant move to position Ghana at the forefront of technological advancement in Africa, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George (MP) has announced the development of a National Digital Transformation and Emerging Technology Strategy, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence.
Speaking at the Press Briefing yesterday in Accra, he highlighted that the initiative aims to guide the ethical deployment of digital tools such as AI and emerging technologies for national development.

“The Ministry has prioritized dialogue on Artificial Intelligence to fully assess its opportunities, security implications and resource demands and ensure we put the appropriate governance framework in place for an ethical, inclusive and beneficial development and adoption of AI”, the Ministry stated.
Mr.Nartey George indicated that strategic international partnerships have already been established to support Ghana’s AI ambitions, adding that the Ministry has entered collaborations with the British High Commission, UNESCO and other international organizations to develop Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy and blueprint.
“A key component of this initiative is the digitization of the nation’s essential data sets, described as a foundational step in our national Artificial Intelligence agenda.This effort aims to ensure that AI systems developed in Ghana learn from local data, reflecting the country’s cultural nuances and development priorities rather than relying solely on foreign datasets. AI models trained solely on foreign datasets risk overlooking Indigenous knowledge and reinforcing learned biases that do not serve our interests”, the Minister explained. “By anchoring AI development in our data, we are safeguarding digital sovereignty and building truly Ghanaian technologies in design and purpose”, he emphasized
According to him, the AI strategy forms part of a broader digital transformation agenda that includes legislative reforms to modernize Ghana’s technology sector.
He mentioned that the Ministry has initiated a comprehensive review of existing legislation and regulatory frameworks, with plans to redraft outdated laws to “ensure they reflect present realities, anticipate future developments, and provide a transparent, enabling environment for innovation, investment and consumer protection”.
This AI initiative, he said complements other digital efforts underway, including the One Million Coders Program aimed at training young Ghanaians in digital skills and the development of the Ghana Innovation and Startup Bill, which seeks to create a robust legal framework for technology startups.
Samuel Nartey George also intimidated that the Ministry’s push toward AI development represents a strategic effort to harness emerging technologies for economic growth while maintaining digital sovereignty in an increasingly technology-driven global economy.
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About 30 students on Sunday graduated from the 59th graduation ceremony of Cake Tekniks International, a privately-owned modern cake designing and sugar craft school in Accra.
During the ceremony, all graduates were presented with certificates while 13 of them also received professional diploma.
The founder of Cake Tekniks International, Mrs Jane Addo, said her outfit was dedicated to providing world standard skills, knowledge and hands-on training necessary for one to succeed worldwide in the culinary industry.

She encouraged the students to embrace the opportunities, challenges and experiences, mindful of the fact that they are well-equipped.
“Hold your heads up while you build a goodwill between your clients and yourselves,” she added.
Mrs Addo said the school was passionate about fostering the culture of creativity, motivation and excellence with the belief that every student had the potential to make a lasting impact in the culinary world.
The founder and leader of QA Consult, Mr Johnson Opoku-Boateng, said graduation was a witness to the unveiling of talents, passion and hard work and testament to months of dedication and hands-on-learning.






He urged the graduands to ensure that their cakes were safe and good for human health and that their success would be dependent on how well they serve, create and grow.
The event also saw the exhibition of cakes and pastries by the students.


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Volta College Foundation donates GH¢9,000 to 9-yr-old fire victim

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April 19, 2025
A delegation from the Volta College Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, has donated GH¢9,000.00 to the family of nine-year-old Victoria Atsoribo, who suffered severe burns in a fire accident at home.
The donation was made at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, where Victoria is currently on admission and undergoing treatment.
Led by women’s organiser of the foundation, Madam Mawulawoe Amedorme and Deputy PRO, Ms Rebecca Gollo, the delegation said the NGO launched a support campaign for Victoria, with the aim to ease the financial burden on Victoria and her family.
Madam Amedorme said “thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our members and the general public, we were able to raise funds to support her treatment and recovery.”
Receiving the donation, Victoria’s uncle, Mr Bright Danquah Dumevi, expressed gratitude to the leadership and members of the foundation for their kindness and support.
He said Victoria was transferred from Margaret Marquart Hospital in Kpando to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra for specialised care.
According to Mr Dumevi, Victoria was currently undergoing planned staged skin grafting (surgery) as part of her treatment.
Your kind gesture has made a profound impact on her recovery journey, bringing hope and joy to her healing process.
He said the contributions from the foundation will help in taking care of Victoria’s bills, adding that “your support has alleviated a significant portion of the financial burden associated with her treatment, allowing her family to focus on her recovery.
He also appealed to the general public, benevolent individuals, and organisations to continue extending their support to Victoria to aid her recovery.

The Industrial and Commercial Workers Union (ICU) on Friday held the Greater Accra Regional Youth and Women’s Conference to build a strategic network.
The conference which brought together representatives of the Union was a great opportunity for ICU Ghana to make its voice heard on policies that were crucial to the development of the country.
The platform was also used to elect new officers for the Greater Accra Branch of The ICU Ghana to mark its 12th National Quadrennial Conference in August.
The General Secretary of the ICU Ghana, Mr Morgan Ayawine, called on government to assist the two state-owned media organisation, New Times Corporation (NTC), publishers of The Spectator and The Ghanaian Times newspapers and Graphic Communication Group Limited (GCGL).
“The two state-owned media played major roles in disseminating government policies, educating, entertaining and informing the public of the happenings in the world,” he added.
He said ICU Ghana would also raise issues about the recapitalisation of the two organisations with the sector minister.
Mr Ayawine disclosed that the ADB and NIB banks were also going through the same ordeal but government intervened and urged government to do same for the two state-owned organisations.
He stressed on equal partnership between unions and employers, saying the capital and labour were crucial to create, produce and generate funds.
The General Secretary advised the various branches of the association to suggest solutions on socio-economic issues such as employment for discussions.
The newly-elected members who were sworn in by the General Secretary, Mr Morgan Ayawine includes Belinda Cochrane-chairman, Eric Ekow Turkson-Vice chairman and Moses Kwaku Otoo-Secretary.
Others were Charles Akomea-Financial Secretary, Charles Biden- Executive Member, Diana Asiedu-Women’s Representative and Samuella A. Brago-Youth Representative.
The chairman of the Greater Accra Branch of the ICU Ghana, Belinda Cochrane thanked the leadership for contributing to the success of the union.
She added that the conference was to prepare for the 12th National Quadrennial Conference and also to take stock of the activities of the branch for the past years and discuss issues on the ground.

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