Ghana commits $270 million to national AI infrastructure and skills training
Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama launched the country's National AI Strategy on Friday, pledging $270 million to build computing infrastructure and train hundreds of thousands of workers in digital and AI skills.
The government will allocate $250 million to construct a top-tier AI computing center and $20 million to implement the broader strategy. Mahama said the infrastructure investment is essential to position Ghana as a digital innovation hub across Africa.
"Infrastructure is the foundation upon which innovation rests," Mahama said at the launch in Accra.
Skills training targets 300,000 workers
Ghana's One Million Coders Program will train 300,000 people this year in digital and AI skills. The initiative aims to equip young Ghanaians with practical technical abilities while promoting entrepreneurship and innovation across the country.
The program represents a significant workforce development effort for a nation where IT talent remains in short supply. Training at scale could help Ghana build a competitive advantage in AI-related sectors across West Africa.
For IT professionals looking to strengthen AI capabilities, AI Coding Courses and Generative AI and LLM Courses provide foundational knowledge aligned with the skills Ghana is prioritizing.
International backing for the strategy
Edmond Moukala, UNESCO's country representative, praised Ghana's commitment. He said the program signals that Ghana intends to ensure technology benefits all citizens, not just a privileged few.
The strategy reflects growing recognition among African governments that AI infrastructure and workforce development require sustained investment and planning.
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