Ghana is accelerating the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across public institutions as part of efforts to boost productivity and support broader economic transformation agenda.
The initiative, led by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, was outlined during the National AI Expert Training Programme held in Akuse in the Eastern Region. The programme brought together public sector leaders to build capacity for deploying AI tools in governance and service delivery.
Speaking on behalf of Presidential Adviser Augustus O. Tanoh, Administrator of the 24hr Economy Authority Louis Quarcoo said the government views artificial intelligence as a practical tool to strengthen institutional performance and decision-making. “AI is not magic, and it is not a substitute for human capability. It is a set of tools that enables institutions to think more clearly, act more coherently, and respond more effectively to real-world challenges,” he stated.
The rollout forms part of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy Programme, a flagship policy aimed at increasing national output through continuous production cycles and stronger coordination across sectors. Within that framework, AI is being positioned as a cross-cutting enabler rather than a standalone initiative.
Officials said the technology will be applied in areas including agricultural planning, where it can support irrigation management, yield modelling and reduce post-harvest losses. It is also expected to improve logistics coordination, trade facilitation and customs processes, with a focus on easing the movement of goods within domestic and regional markets.
Mr. Tanoh said embedding AI across interconnected systems will be critical to achieving the programme’s objectives. “AI is not magic, and it is not a substitute for human capability. It is a set of tools that enables institutions to think more clearly, act more coherently, and respond more effectively to real-world challenges,” he stated.
The training programme is part of a broader effort to equip public institutions with the skills required to adopt emerging technologies responsibly, as governments across Africa increasingly explore AI to enhance service delivery and economic competitiveness. The approach reflects a growing trend among developing economies seeking to leverage AI to close efficiency gaps, though challenges around infrastructure, data governance and skills remain.
Ghana is moving to embed AI into the core of its economic planning, signalling a shift from policy ambition to implementation. If effectively deployed, the strategy could improve productivity and public sector efficiency, particularly in agriculture and trade. However, its success will depend on institutional readiness, investment in digital infrastructure and the ability to integrate AI systems across sectors without widening existing capacity gaps.
