Minister for Communications, Sam George Nartey, has emphasized the critical role of the technology sector in Ghana’s strategy to reset and revitalize the national economy.
During the first-quarter press briefing on April 9, the Minister underscored technology as a key pillar for positioning Ghana as a leader in the global digital economy.
“The technology sector is critical in positioning Ghana at the top of the digital and competitive global economy,” he stated.
He also referenced President John Dramani Mahama’s pre-election pledge to launch the 1Million Coders initiative—an ambitious programme aimed at equipping one million young Ghanaians with vital digital skills.
“This programme will provide young people with the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital and competitive world,” the Minister explained.
According to Sam George, the initiative is designed to empower the youth to succeed in fast-growing sectors like business process outsourcing and knowledge management.
The Ministry, he said, has quickly moved to operationalize the 1Million Coders programme, bringing President Mahama’s vision closer to reality.
“We have acted swiftly to ensure that this vision becomes a reality, preparing our youth for the future of work,” he added.
He also highlighted ongoing efforts to mobilize partners and secure the necessary resources to ensure the programme’s successful implementation.
“Through strategic diplomacy and public-private partnerships, we are committed to delivering the results required to upskill our youth and ensure they are prepared for the challenges of the future,” the Minister concluded.