The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has stated that Ghana is deliberately positioning itself to become a leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) hub on the African continent.

He made this known at the official launch of Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy in Accra on Friday, April 24. The strategy provides a framework to guide how AI will be developed, deployed and regulated across major sectors of the economy.

Mr George explained that the policy is intended to balance innovation with responsibility, ensuring that technological progress goes hand in hand with ethical standards, data protection and equitable access.

Speaking to stakeholders at the event, he emphasised that collaboration between government institutions, the private sector, academia and the public will be essential to achieving the country’s AI goals.

He noted that artificial intelligence is already playing a role in sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture, finance and governance, and should no longer be viewed as a future concept.

“I trust that the judiciary will guide our ethical and legal application of artificial intelligence. Ghana stands capable and ready to lead and become Africa’s AI hub by strengthening collaboration between government, industry, academia and citizens. We will build a Ghana that owns its future in the age of intelligence,” he said.

The Minister further explained that AI refers to computer systems designed to carry out tasks that typically require human intelligence, including learning, decision-making, problem-solving and language processing. He added that globally, the technology is being used to improve efficiency, increase productivity and create new economic opportunities.

He also indicated that the National AI Strategy prioritises capacity development, with plans to expand STEM education, strengthen research institutions and support innovation hubs to produce locally relevant solutions.