{
  "id": 19557404,
  "title": "Ghana calls for inclusive emerging technologies that improve lives",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/ghana-calls-for-inclusive-emerging-technologies-that-improve-lives",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T22:00:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "3News",
    "slug": "3news",
    "url": "https://3news.com/tech/ghana-calls-for-inclusive-emerging-technologies-that-improve-lives"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana has emphasized the need for emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, satellite connectivity, and digital infrastructure, to be developed and implemented in a way that benefits people, narrows the digital gap, and fosters opportunities for everyone. During a discussion on emerging technologies, ahead of the ITU Plenipotentiary Conference 2026 in Qatar, Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George detailed how global tech choices can have a direct impact on individuals' lives. Using the experiences of four imagined Ghanaians, the Minister demonstrated how technology can enhance maternal healthcare with an AI-powered service that reaches pregnant women even without internet access, enrolling over 7,000 mothers at a hospital. For connectivity, George stressed that merely expanding network coverage is inadequate; access must also be affordable, dependable, and valuable. He advocated for more investment in infrastructure, digital skills, and local content, especially in disadvantaged areas. Regarding satellite connectivity and spectrum management, he stressed the necessity of equitable access to scarce orbital and spectrum resources, warning against first-come-satellite-first-right-to-own space assets. He also pushed for responsible AI systems that speak local languages, mirror local conditions, and provide individuals the right to understand and contest automated decisions affecting their lives. Emphasizing Africa's role in shaping AI, George urged cooperation among governments, industry, academia, and civil society to establish rules that are universally applicable. He highlighted Ghana's commitment to local tech development through the One Million Coders Programme, which has already registered over 140,000 participants, stressing that young people should not just learn to use technology but also create and innovate with it. The Minister called for partnerships that build local capacity instead of dependency, more investments, technology sharing, South-South collaboration, and standards that cater to the needs of developing countries. He reaffirmed Ghana's dedication to contributing to global efforts to ensure that emerging technologies promote inclusion, trust, and sustainable digital growth.",
  "summary": "Minister for Communication, Samuel Nartey George told ITU PP-26 in Doha that AI, satellites and digital infrastructure must be inclusive, affordable and accountable for all.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ghana seeks inclusive emerging tech for societal benefit",
    "AI and satellite connectivity aimed at narrowing digital gap",
    "Minister pushes for local tech development and capacity building"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}