President John Dramani Mahama has announced a $270 million investment package to accelerate Ghana’s artificial intelligence (AI) agenda, as government moves to position the country as a leading digital innovation hub in Africa.
Speaking at the launch of Ghana’s National AI Strategy in Accra on Friday, April 24, the President outlined plans to develop critical infrastructure and fund the implementation of the national strategy.
He disclosed that $250 million will be invested in the establishment of a world-class AI Computing Centre, while an additional $20 million will be dedicated to supporting the rollout of the strategy.
President Mahama explained that the AI Computing Centre will serve as a national hub for research, innovation and enterprise development, enabling local talent to build solutions with wider continental relevance.
“Infrastructure is the foundation upon which innovation rests. Ghana will invest $250 million to establish a world-class AI computing centre. In addition, government will commit $20 million to support the short to medium term National AI strategy. These investments are bold but necessary,” he said.
The initiative forms part of Ghana’s broader efforts to strengthen its digital infrastructure and expand its participation in the global artificial intelligence economy.
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