Policy Advisor on Political Affairs at the Office of the Vice President, Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, says Ghana is well-positioned to lead the African continent in digital trade.
Speaking on behalf of the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang, at the ICT Week event in Accra, Ofosu Ampofo noted the 24-Hour Economy policy and the One Million Coders Project are initiatives that could place Ghana firmly at the forefront of Africa’s digital future.
The ICT Week event brought together industry leaders and innovators who are to define new priorities, and secure concrete commitments and investments in order to accelerate the country’s journey to become Africa’s leading digital trade hub.
Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, on behalf of the Vice President, the government is investing in digital infrastructure and services to connect every Ghanaian.Remove AdsRemove Ads
We are rapidly expanding our national fiber-optic backbone and broadband networks, ensuring that high-speed internet reaches schools, hospitals, businesses, and homes across the country. This is closing the urban-rural digital divide and unlocking new opportunities for inclusive growth.
He said the ICT week is timely for dialogue, collaboration, and action.
‘’Over the course of the week, we will not only celebrate our progress but also sharpen our vision, define new priorities, and secure concrete commitments, whether in the form of pilot projects, investments, or partnerships that will accelerate Ghana’s journey to becoming Africa’s leading digital trade hub.’’
The former NDC Chairman challenged the country’s universities, polytechnics, and vocational training institutions to produce relevant research, foster innovation, and equip students with practical skills to translate ideas into market-ready products.
Source: 3News.com
