At the launch of Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy in Accra on Friday, April 24, President John Dramani Mahama announced a bold new step in the nation’s digital evolution: 300,000 Ghanaians will be trained this year under the government’s One Million Coders Programme. The initiative is a cornerstone of the government’s drive to equip the workforce with cutting-edge digital and artificial intelligence skills, preparing the country for the future.
President Mahama highlighted that last year’s pilot phase allowed the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation to test the programme’s readiness for a nationwide rollout. “The portal is now open, and more than 100,000 applications have already been processed,” he revealed, underlining the excitement and demand for the programme.
Currently, citizens can choose from over 15 courses in 10 different disciplines, with learning centres established in local communities to make training accessible. “These are more than numbers, they represent opportunities, employability, and national preparedness,” President Mahama affirmed. He emphasized that developing human capital stands at the heart of Ghana’s AI strategy, with structured opportunities critical for unlocking the nation’s youthful potential.
The One Million Coders Programme is designed not only to teach young Ghanaians practical digital and AI skills but also to promote innovation and entrepreneurship. President Mahama stressed that this initiative will help build a robust national talent pipeline, positioning Ghana as a forward-looking competitor in the global digital economy.
Source: Apexewsgh.com