By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei
Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy has been approved by Cabinet and will be officially launched in the coming weeks by President John Dramani Mahama, Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations Samuel Nartey George has announced.
Addressing participants at the Data Protection Conference 2026, Mr. George said the strategy was developed by academia and industry, led by Professor Jerry of the Responsible AI Lab at KNUST and AI innovator Darlington.
He explained that the strategy seeks to build local AI capability while embedding fairness, transparency and accountability in the design and deployment of AI systems.
The Minister further disclosed that work is progressing on an Emerging Technologies Bill to provide structured oversight for artificial intelligence systems, advanced analytics, digital assets and new digital platforms.
According to him, the aim of the legislation is not to slow innovation but to guide it responsibly in alignment with public interest.
Mr. George also announced that government will roll out the One Million Coders Programme in April 2026, following consultations with Parliament to identify learning centres in every constituency.
The initiative aims to equip young Ghanaians with skills in coding, artificial intelligence, data protection and digital engineering.
