Accra, July 4, 2024 – The Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Samuel Nartey George, briefed the press today on key initiatives and developments within the sector, highlighting significant progress in various areas. Data costs have been reduced across all major telcos through regulatory reforms, spectrum reallocation, and enforced pricing commitments.
The country is also making strides in its 5G rollout, with 16 5G-ready sites deployed and 50 expected to be live by the fourth quarter. Ghana has secured the right to host the 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Festival, positioning the country as a startup and investment destination.
Other notable initiatives include the One Million Coders Programme, which has onboarded nearly 900 trainees, with over 52% being women. The public sector is also being digitized, with over 300 MDAs using the upgraded Smart Workplace platform. The ministry is working to restore PayPal access for Ghanaians and engaging with global platforms to enforce fairness and protection.
Additionally, the country is expanding digital inclusion through initiatives such as Girls-in-ICT and rural telephony sites. An ambitious legislative overhaul is also underway, with 15 new tech-related bills in progress, including amendments to the Data Protection Act and Cybersecurity laws. A National AI Strategy and Digital Transformation Framework are also being developed, with the goal of making Ghana Africa’s AI hub by 2028.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
