Ghana and MTN Group Forge MoU to Enhance AI and Digital Skills

Ghana has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTN Group at Mobile World Congress 2025, focusing on AI, digital skills, and cybersecurity for youth. This agreement is part of the ‘One Million Coders’ initiative, aiming to equip young Ghanaians with essential coding skills. MTN Group’s investments further support this initiative as a center for AI excellence is established. The program is set to officially launch before May 7, 2025.

At the Mobile World Congress 2025 held in Barcelona, the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation of Ghana entered into a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTN Group. This innovative agreement represents a pivotal stride in promoting digital skills, advancing artificial intelligence (AI), and enhancing data governance and cybersecurity for Ghana’s young population.

The MoU, effective for one year, establishes a foundational collaboration between MTN Group, MTN Ghana, and the Ghanaian government. This initiative is an integral component of the ‘One Million Coders’ program, a key initiative from the John Romani Mahama administration designed to equip Ghanaian youth with necessary digital competencies to succeed in the global technology arena.

During the signing of the MoU, Ghana’s officials reaffirmed their dedication to cultivating AI and software development talent within the nation. The government noted MTN Group’s sustained investment in Ghana, especially in light of its 25th anniversary. The new MTN building, provided to the government, is set to function as a center of excellence for AI and software development.

The Honorable Samuel Nartey George, Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, emphasized the government’s support in achieving its AI aspirations, stating, “This agreement will serve as the framework for our collaboration moving forward…toward launching the One Million Coders program before May 7th this year.”

MTN Group’s CEO Ralph Mupita reiterated the commitment to bolstering Ghana’s digital landscape, highlighting the necessity of nurturing local talent. He remarked, “We must develop our own talent, our own software engineers, and do more around coding to ensure that young people in Ghana have opportunities not only in Ghana but all over the world.”

The One Million Coders program will launch officially prior to May 7, 2025, aiming to empower Ghanaian youth with practical coding and software engineering skills, thereby unlocking international career potentials. Ebenezer Asante, Non-executive Director of MTN Group, affirmed, “We are committed to supporting Ghana in its next digital strategy.”

TechAfrica News proudly served as the exclusive media outlet reporting on this significant advancement in Ghana’s digital transition, continuing to provide exclusive insights into pivotal industry developments across Africa’s digital landscape. Further updates regarding this landmark partnership and its implications for Ghana’s digital future will be forthcoming.

In conclusion, the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Ghana and MTN Group establishes a robust collaboration aimed at enhancing digital skills and fostering AI development among Ghanaian youth. This partnership highlights the commitment of both parties to invest in the future. The One Million Coders initiative is poised to empower the youth with essential coding skills, paving the way for international career opportunities.

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