Government will spend US$10 billion to create a modern Ghanaian economy for jobs and prosperity over a four-year period from 2027 to 2030 and Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has disclosed how this will be made possible.

He revealed an amount of money allocated to boost each sector of the economy and create a good living for the citizenry.

Among some of the key sectors he mentioned is the technology sector, disclosing an investment of US$300 million to create a technology economy.

"Mr. Speaker, under this Pillar, Ghana will invest US$300 million from 2027 to 2028 to establish a National Artificial Intelligence Centre and upgrade rural 2G networks to reliable 4G," Dr. Ato Forson recounted while presenting the 2027 budget in Parliament on Thursday, November 12.

He explained that the "National AI Centre will provide shared high-performance computing, secure data environments, applied research laboratories, model testing, professional training and startup support".  

"The National AI Centre will equip young Ghanaians with practical skills in software development, data analytics, artificial intelligence, networks and digital business services," he added. 

Elucidating the importance of the rural network upgrade, he said: "Modern connectivity allows a rural farmer to receive weather and market information, accept digital payments and reach a buyer. It allows a clinic to use telehealth, a student to access learning content and a small enterprise to sell beyond its district."