Wednesday, 16 September 2026

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Wednesday, 16 September 2026

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Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations

Government ministry overseeing Ghana's digital transformation, telecommunications, and AI strategy initiatives including rural telephony expansion and the One Million Coders Programme.

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May 2026
23 MayJoy Online
… The clarification follows growing public debate over new ICT-related accreditation and registration fees appearing on NITA platforms, with critics accusing the agency and the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations of attempting to operationalise provisions …
NITA defends ICT fees, rejects claims of ‘digital coup’
18 MayThe Ghanaian Times
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has denied claims circulating on social media that the sector minister, Samuel Nartey George, has misused public funds. …
Communications Ministry dismisses claims of financial misconduct against Sam George
April 2026
29 AprJoy Online
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has presented laptops to all Regional Ministers and Members of Parliament as part of preparations for the nationwide rollout of the One Million Coders Programme (OMCP), a flagship government initiative aimed at equ …
Regional Ministers, MPs equipped with laptops for nationwide ‘One Million Coders’ rollout

Politics

NPP defends rural telephony expansion record against critic claims

The News

The NPP has challenged claims about Ghana's rural telephony programme, stating that the Ghana Rural Telephony and Digital Inclusion Project was launched in 2020 (not 2022) with a €155 million facility from China EXIM Bank targeting 2,016 sites. The party says an earlier phase deployed 430 sites between 2017–2018 connecting about 700,000 people, and the Akufo-Addo and Bawumia administration left 1,961 constructed sites and equipment for 400 more sites at the January 2025 handover.

8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 8 September

NPP defends rural telephony expansion record against critic claims
The NPP has challenged claims about Ghana's rural telephony programme, stating that the Ghana Rural Telephony and Digital Inclusion Project was launched in 2020 (not 2022) with a €155 million facility from China EXIM Bank targeting 2,016 sites. The party says an earlier phase deployed 430 sites between 2017–2018 connecting about 700,000 people, and the Akufo-Addo and Bawumia administration left 1,961 constructed sites and equipment for 400 more sites at the January 2025 handover.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

Ghana launches 2026 cyber security awareness campaign
The Cyber Security Authority and key public and private-sector partners launched the 2026 National Cyber Security Awareness Month under the theme "Securing Ghana's Digital Finance Ecosystem: Building Trust Through Collaboration and Cyber Resilience," running from October 1 to 31, 2026. The campaign aims to strengthen cybersecurity and combat cyber-enabled fraud in Ghana's digital finance sector, with officials noting that fraud cases across banks and payment service providers increased 48 percent from 2024 to 2025.
3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

Ghana's AI strategy risks job losses without economic safeguards
An analysis argues that Ghana's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy (2025–2035), which targets injecting GH¢500 billion into the economy, risks creating an "AI Layoff Trap" where corporate automation reduces white-collar employment and consumer spending, undermining broader economic growth despite individual firms' efficiency gains.
27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 25 August

NITA prioritises inclusive digital transformation across Ghana
NITA's Acting Director-General says the agency is committed to ensuring technology benefits people across geographical and economic divides, not just a select few. He emphasised that digital transformation's true measure lies in small, meaningful changes that improve daily life and access to services.
25 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 13 August

Ghana's digital transformation raises concerns about local tech ownership
While Ghana has embraced digitalisation across government, banking, healthcare, and education, an opinion piece in Joy Online questions whether the country's digital transformation is simultaneously building Ghanaian technological capability, companies, intellectual property, and jobs—or simply acquiring foreign technology. The ICT sector recorded 20.2 per cent growth in 2025, but the author argues that sector growth alone does not indicate how much value is being created by Ghanaians.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 5 August

Ghana's digital economy hindered by unsafe cyberspace
The Chronicle editorial warns that criminals are exploiting artificial intelligence to commit sophisticated offences including digital sextortion, which INTERPOL identifies as one of the fastest-growing cyber threats in Africa, and argues Ghana cannot build a digital economy without addressing cybersecurity risks.
5 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 3 August

Omaya Care wins Ghana AI Innovation Challenge with maternal health tool
Omaya Care won the inaugural Ghana AI Innovation Challenge with an AI-powered maternal healthcare solution that uses voice-based assessment through phone calls to detect postpartum complications and alert healthcare providers. The platform operates on basic mobile networks and WhatsApp, designed to support early identification of complications in underserved communities.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 31 July

University of Ghana integrates AI training into all undergraduate courses
The University of Ghana has made artificial intelligence and digital skills central to its academic agenda, with plans to incorporate four AI-related certifications into a compulsory Level 100 course beginning next semester, supported by 2,000 laptops from the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations as part of the One Million Coders Programme.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 24 July

Ghana Card biometric verification now mandatory for identity checks
The Interior Minister announced that biometric verification of the Ghana Card is now the mandatory standard for identity verification in Ghana, replacing visual inspection and photocopying. The requirement was introduced under Legislative Instrument 2523 and came into force on June 9, 2026, with the aim of protecting personal data, strengthening the national identification system, and reducing identity theft and fraud.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 10 July

Communications Ministry receives DTT Committee report on digital broadcasting
Ghana's Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has received the final report of the Digital Terrestrial Television Committee, which conducted an independent review of the country's DTT platform to address concerns over sustainability, infrastructure management, governance, and affordability for broadcasters. The Minister described the report as marking the beginning of the next phase of efforts to strengthen the DTT platform.
10 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 1 July

Communications Ministry orders GDCL to reverse staff suspension
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has directed Ghana Digital Centres Limited to immediately reverse a circular suspending all staff employment contracts, calling the directive unacceptable. The suspension had been attributed to damage from June 29 floods, and the Ministry expressed solidarity with staff affected by the disaster.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Government endorses AI Week 2026 continental forum in Accra
Ghana's Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has endorsed One Vecta Africa AI Week 2026, a five-day forum to be held in Accra from September 5–9, 2026, designed to bring governments, technology companies, investors and industry leaders together to accelerate practical AI adoption and implementation across Africa.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 18 June

Estonian investors to sponsor AI pitch competition at Accra summit
The Estonian Business Angels Network will co-underwrite a competitive pitch platform at the Pan African AI & Innovation Summit in Accra on 22–23 September, offering African AI startup founders access to international investors, mentors, and potential funding opportunities.
18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 17 June

Estonian Business Angels Network partners with Pan African AI Summit 2026
The Estonian Business Angels Network will co-underwrite the AI Dragon's Den at the Pan African AI & Innovation Summit 2026, a competitive pitch platform for African AI startups, taking place 22–23 September in Accra. Winners will receive visibility among angel investors, mentorship, and potential investment opportunities within the EstBAN network.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Sam George announces major MTN fibre broadband price cuts
Communications Minister Sam George announced substantial reductions in MTN Ghana's fibre broadband prices, following government engagement with the company. A 100 Mbps unlimited package will now cost GH¢299 per month, down from GH¢987, while new packages include 300 Mbps for GH¢444 and 500 Mbps for GH¢999.
17 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament committed to greater youth participation in governance
Speaker Bagbin, through First Deputy Speaker Ahiafor, stated that Parliament must create meaningful opportunities for young people and underrepresented groups to engage in democratic processes and contribute to national development. The statement was made at the launch of the "Parliament & You" Educational Series, aimed at promoting civic education among children and helping them understand Parliament and governance.
17 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 8 June

IIPGH backs ICT regulation, calls for precise technical framework
The Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana issued a formal position supporting regulation of the technology sector through the proposed National Information Technology Agency Bill, arguing that Ghana's expanding tech space has outpaced current law, creating consumer vulnerability and competitive distortion. The Institute called on government to ensure the legislation is technically precise, proportionate, and based on genuine stakeholder consultation.
8 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Friday 5 June

Telecel invests US$5m to train 100,000 coders in Ghana
Telecommunications giant Telecel Ghana has committed US$5million to support the government's One Million Coders initiative, undertaking to train 100,000 beneficiaries through its digital learning platform 'Start to Go' as part of efforts to accelerate digital skills development.
5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 25 May

Ghana must weigh legality and impact of NITA Bill
An opinion piece argues that while Ghana's government has a valid legal basis for the National Information Technology Authority Bill 2025 under existing acts and subsidiary legislation, the country should focus on whether the approach serves a thriving digital economy, not merely on legal validity or political debate.
25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 24 May

UMaT graduates 95 students, commits to training 1,000 coders
The University of Mines and Technology has held its 2026 Mini Congregation Ceremony in Tarkwa, graduating 95 students and committing to train 1,000 coders this academic year in support of the government's digitalisation agenda. The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has donated 200 laptops and provided 2,000 slots for students and staff to obtain Google certifications.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 23 May

NITA defends ICT fees, denies unlawful implementation claims
The National Information Technology Agency (NITA) has defended its regulatory mandate and fees imposed on ICT companies and professionals, dismissing social media allegations that it is unlawfully implementing provisions of a proposed law not yet passed by Parliament. NITA stated that current fees and certification structures are derived from existing laws and Legislative Instruments already passed by Parliament, specifically the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) Regulations, 2023 and its 2025 amendment.
23 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 18 May

Communications Ministry denies minister's financial misconduct allegations
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has denied claims that sector minister Samuel Nartey George misused public funds, stating that the document circulating online was a standard Commitment Authorisation request to the Ministry of Finance for budgetary allocations approved by Parliament for 2026, which has not yet received approval and released no funds.
18 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 29 April

Regional Ministers and MPs receive laptops for One Million Coders rollout
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has presented laptops to all Regional Ministers and Members of Parliament to prepare for the nationwide rollout of the One Million Coders Programme, a government initiative aimed at equipping young people with digital skills. The programme is expected to officially commence on April 11, 2026, in selected constituencies, with a target of training one million Ghanaian youth in digital and coding skills.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →