Ghana’s Ministry of Communications signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding with MTN Group at Mobile World Congress 2025 to enhance AI and digital skills among the youth. This agreement is tied to the ‘One Million Coders’ initiative, aiming to foster digital talent and support the tech ecosystem in Ghana over the next 12 months. Key figures from both the government and MTN expressed their commitment to empowering local talent and advancing Ghana’s digital future.
At the Mobile World Congress 2025 held in Barcelona, the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation of Ghana finalized a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MTN Group, aimed at advancing digital skills, artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, data governance, and cybersecurity among young Ghanaians. This collaborative framework will remain in effect for the upcoming 12 months, fostering comprehensive support for the initiative.
The MoU aligns with the government’s ‘One Million Coders’ initiative, a flagship program from the John Romani Mahama administration designed to equip Ghana’s youth with vital digital skills necessary for success in an ever-evolving global technology landscape. The signing underscored the government’s commitment to enhancing local talent in AI and software development, further highlighting MTN’s contributions to the country, especially during its 25th anniversary celebration.
Hon. Samuel Nartey George, MP and Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, remarked on the collaborative nature of this partnership, stating, “We are committed to backing MTN in this endeavor… This agreement will serve as the framework for our collaboration moving forward, leading up to the launch of the One Million Coders program before May 7th this year.”
Ralph Mupita, President and CEO of MTN Group, reiterated MTN’s commitment to bolstering Ghana’s digital ecosystem, stating, “We are very happy to support the building out of the digital ecosystem that will be a catalyst for growth… we must develop our own talent, our own software engineers.”
The One Million Coders initiative is anticipated to officially launch before May 7, 2025, aiming to provide Ghanaian youth with essential coding and software engineering skills, thereby creating global opportunities. Ebenezer Asante, Non-executive Director of MTN Group, expressed confidence in the program’s positive impact on Ghana’s youth and overall economy, asserting, “We look forward to seeing the impact of this initiative on the youth and the economy at large.”
TechAfrica News proudly reported on this pivotal milestone in Ghana’s digital transformation journey, confirming its commitment to delivering exclusive insights on significant developments within the industry. Further updates on this crucial partnership and its implications for Ghana’s digital future will follow.
In conclusion, the recent Memorandum of Understanding between Ghana’s Ministry of Communications and MTN Group denotes a pivotal advancement in enhancing digital capabilities within the nation. The collaboration through the ‘One Million Coders’ initiative aims to cultivate digital skills among Ghanaian youth, positioning them for future opportunities in the global technology sector. This partnership underscores not only MTN’s commitment to Ghana but also the government’s dedication to fostering a robust digital economy.
Original Source: techafricanews.com
