Government appoints AI focal persons across ministries to drive national strategy
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, has disclosed that the government has appointed artificial intelligence (AI) focal persons across all ministries as part of efforts to prepare public institutions for the adoption of the technology.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, has appointed AI focal persons within each ministry as part of Ghana's strategy to adopt artificial intelligence. Cabinet ministers have already received AI training, and efforts are underway to equip senior civil servants with the necessary skills to integrate AI into government operations.
Speaking ahead of the second episode of the Digital Economy Forum, George explained that the government aims to ensure ministries, departments and agencies are capable of deploying AI responsibly and effectively. Ghana has conducted an AI readiness assessment in collaboration with UNESCO to determine the preparedness of public institutions to adopt the technology, which will guide resource allocation and capacity-building.
The initiative is part of Ghana's broader national AI strategy, focusing on improving economic productivity, strengthening public services, and expanding access to essential services. The second episode of the Digital Economy Forum, held in partnership with Hubtel, will discuss the impact of AI on the Ghana economy, featuring George, Dr Theo Acheampong, Adam Watkins, Augustine Adjei, and Bright Simons. The forum will air live on JoyNews and Joy 99.7 FM on October 21, 2026.
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