Government is currently in talks with an American technology company, Google and an online marketplace, Amazon over the implementation of One Million Coders Programme in Ghana, according to the Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George.Speaking to the media on Monday, April 14 he noted that both parties are almost at the final stage with rolling out the initiative.The One Million Coders initiative seeks to equip a million young people in Ghana with essential digital skills, preparing them to thrive in the expanding fields of business and knowledge process outsourcing.According to him, government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTN, under which the telecom giant will provide crucial support for the initiative."We’re almost done with an agreement with Google to run their program. We're also talking to Amazon about that. And so these are all specialized courses and verticals that are going to come on stream.

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"We have the conversation—we’ve signed an MOU with MTN where MTN is also going to be doing some critical support," he added.

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Sam George highlighted Ghana's commitment to a digital future, emphasizing the country’s dedication to fostering economic growth, innovation, and job creation.

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He also pointed out that MTN’s decision to establish its second AI lab in Africa plays a key role in this vision, with Ghana being selected as the hub.

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Sam George added that Ghana has been selected as the location for MTN's second artificial intelligence (AI) lab in Africa.According to him, the decision to establish the second lab in Ghana underscores the nation's growing influence in AI research and technological innovation.

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Sam George described the new lab as a “center of excellence,” aimed at driving advancements in AI, machine learning, and digital transformation.

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The opening of the AI lab is anticipated to foster collaboration among tech leaders, researchers, and innovators, further strengthening Ghana’s expanding digital ecosystem.

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