Ghana’s Cabinet has approved a US$ 250 million investment to establish a national artificial intelligence (AI) compute centre, marking a major step in the country’s strategy to advance research, innovation, and digital transformation.
The announcement was made on March 31, 2026, by Samuel Nartey George, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, during a national stakeholder engagement on the AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (AI‑RAM) Report in Accra.
“Today marks a decisive step in Ghana’s path toward a responsible, innovative, and globally competitive artificial intelligence framework,” Minister Samuel Nartey George said at the event.
The minister said the centre is expected to support AI research, development, and deployment across key sectors, including agriculture, healthcare, education, and financial services. He described the centre as part of a broader vision to drive Ghana’s digital economy forward and position the country as a hub for responsible AI development in Africa.
The AI centre aligns with Ghana’s National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, which has also received Cabinet approval and is scheduled for an official launch later in April 2026.
Mr George emphasised the strategic intent behind the investment, noting the need for local infrastructure to support AI innovation and reduce reliance on foreign computing resources. He added that the initiative involves collaborations with government ministries, research institutions, the private sector, and civil society.
The AI compute centre is expected to become a national resource for advanced computing capability, aimed at accelerating innovation, training, and technological competitiveness for Ghana and the wider region.
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