The Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and EMIs Chamber of Ghana have called on President-elect John Mahama to position Ghana as a leader in digital inclusion and connectivity across Africa. They expect his administration to implement digital economy initiatives outlined in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) manifesto, focusing on communication, innovation, and technology.
Although Mahama’s main opponent, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, campaigned heavily on digitalization, earning the nickname “Digital Bawumia,” the Chambers expressed optimism that Mahama’s leadership could still advance Ghana’s digital transformation.
In a congratulatory statement, the Chambers praised the NDC’s manifesto for prioritizing digital progress and expressed hope that Mahama’s administration would drive these initiatives forward. The Chambers look forward to working with the government to enhance digital inclusion, financial technology, and connectivity across the continent.
Africa’s digital economy grew from 1.1% of GDP in 2012 to 4.5% in 2020 and is expected to reach 5.2% by 2025 and 8.5% by 2050.
Africa ius young with a median age of 20 years and experiencing population growth with its 1.4 billion inhabitants making up 15% of the global population. This bodes well for growth in market size, GDP, and a population of digitally fluent consumers. The digital economy if harnessed could therefore be a major growth pole which can absorb the teaming unemployed youth.
Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications and EMIs Chamber, highlighted the importance of Mahama’s engagement with industry leaders, reflecting his commitment to fostering a robust digital ecosystem. The Chambers also commended Vice President Bawumia for his acceptance of the election results, reinforcing Ghana’s democratic values.
Looking ahead, the Chambers anticipate a strong partnership with Mahama’s administration to boost economic growth, create jobs, and maintain a thriving digital ecosystem for future generations.
