Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has disclosed that the government is expanding Ghana’s digital learning agenda across all basic foundational learning starting from Kindergarten.
According to Haruna Iddrisu, every senior high school student currently has access to a tablet preloaded with the national curriculum.
He disclosed that the government is now preparing to extend the initiative from kindergarten through to junior high school.
Speaking at a National Confab and Exhibition on Digital Education on June 4, 2026, Haruna Iddrisu explained, “We are incorporating AI, coding, Artificial Intelligence and electronics into basic foundational learning in order that we prepare them for a world of e-learning tomorrow.
“It is our belief that E-Learning Africa will rise by defining knowledge on its own terms”, he stated.
“We hope to champion sovereignty in learning rooted in our languages, cultures and realities so that education reflects who we are. From fintech to farming, health to AI, our creativity must serve our people first. We must build a united learning system, a continental network of shared knowledge, harmonised standards and collective strength”, he added.
Meanwhile, Sam Nartey George, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, has said Ghana intend to use Artificial Intelligence responsibly and ethically.
According to Sam George, Artificial Intelligence will be deployed in accordance with a well-thought-out governance framework to transform Ghana’s economy and improve the lives of Ghanaians.
Speaking at the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy on Friday, April 24, Sam George, “Today’s launch demonstrates His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to driving Ghana’s digital journey. Ghana steps forward, deliberately and confidently, into the Intelligence Age. Guided by President Mahama, the Ministry defines our national direction for full participation in the emerging technology space.
We intend to use Artificial Intelligence responsibly and ethically, in accordance with a well-thought-out governance framework. This technology will transform our economy and improve our people’s lives.
Your Excellency, this journey has been deliberate and inclusive. From the outset, we were clear from a policy perspective: Artificial Intelligence is not just a technology issue but a pathway to advance national development. The Strategy impacts governance, education, health, agriculture, industry, economy, and all spheres of society. We are also mindful that Artificial Intelligence is a Sovereignty issue”.
Sam George further announced, “We are strengthening digital infrastructure through expanded 4G and 5G connectivity, and a modernised National Data Centre lays the foundation for successful AI deployment. We also prioritise data governance by developing the Data Harmonisation Bill. Without quality, secure, and well-managed data, AI cannot work. Ghana’s data must work for Ghana. This government leads by example. We must become data-driven, efficient, and responsive to citizens.
Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, as we move forward, we do so with responsibility. We are not interested in reckless adoption of AI. We are committed to responsible and ethical AI. We align with global frameworks such as the UNESCO AI Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) and rely on our legal and regulatory institutions.
Together, we are building systems that protect privacy, ensure fairness, and foster trust”.
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