The Ghanaian government has launched a national artificial intelligence (AI) strategy aimed at positioning the country as a leading technology hub in West Africa and across the continent.

The initiative, announced under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, is designed to integrate AI into key sectors of national development over the next decade.

According to official statements, the strategy will run over approximately 10 years and focus on deploying artificial intelligence in public administration, education, healthcare, agriculture, and other critical areas of the economy.

A key component of the plan includes large-scale training programs to build digital and AI-related skills, particularly within the public sector, in order to support the country’s broader digital transformation agenda.

The government also plans to establish a dedicated oversight structure to coordinate and monitor the implementation of the strategy.

Officials say the objective is to modernize public services, improve efficiency, and accelerate economic development by leveraging emerging technologies.

The initiative reflects a broader trend across Africa, where governments are increasingly investing in digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence to drive long-term economic growth and innovation.