Ghana is implementing measures to address gaps in digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence (AI) capacity and cybersecurity resilience, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation Samuel Nartey George has said.
Speaking at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, Sam George said Ghana’s UNESCO Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) had helped identify key areas requiring attention, including AI skills, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure and AI regulation.
He noted that Ghana currently lacks comprehensive AI-specific legislation, making the development of appropriate regulatory and technical frameworks a priority.
The government is implementing a US$200 million digitalisation project to strengthen critical digital infrastructure. Key interventions include upgrading the National Data Centre, operationalising a national data exchange hub, expanding last-mile connectivity and strengthening cybersecurity resilience.
Cabinet has also approved US$250 million for a National AI and Computing Centre, which will provide researchers, start-ups, universities and innovators with affordable access to high-performance computing and AI infrastructure.
Sam George also called for greater international cooperation to help developing countries build AI and computing capacity, stressing the need for funding, infrastructure and technical expertise rather than guidance alone.
He further urged governments to carefully manage partnerships with foreign cloud providers to protect national data and digital sovereignty.
Key takeaway: Ghana is positioning AI infrastructure, digital connectivity, cybersecurity and regulation as key priorities in its digital transformation agenda.
Source : www.citinewsroom.com
