The government of Ghana has prioritised efforts to expand financing mechanisms for Ghana’s digital transformation agenda, with discussions advancing on a proposed national fintech fund and strengthened collaboration with development partners, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, emphasized government’s commitment to building a “robust and inclusive digital ecosystem” while deepening alignment with development partners to accelerate ongoing digital initiatives. He stressed that stronger collaboration structures, including enhanced participation from development partners, remain central to sustaining flagship programmes and scaling digital infrastructure investment.
A key focus of the engagement was the proposed national fintech fund, which is being developed alongside a forthcoming Innovation and Startup legislative framework. The Minister explained that the framework will define “clear eligibility criteria for startups and innovators” while anchoring the fund in law to ensure sustainability and strengthen private sector participation in Ghana’s digital economy.
Sam George made the remarks during a meeting with the Head of UNDP in Ghana, Mr. Niloy Banerjee, and a delegation, where both parties reviewed ongoing cooperation on digital flagship programmes and emerging technology interventions.
Banerjee outlined three key areas of collaboration, including an Italian-supported digital flagship project, a Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) digital platform initiative, and a Japanese-backed programme on artificial intelligence for public service delivery. He also stressed the importance of enhanced government participation, particularly “co-financing arrangements,” to unlock additional development partner funding and support the successful implementation of flagship initiatives.
The Minister further highlighted the use of the UNESCO Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) as part of implementation planning, describing it as instrumental in identifying “priority intervention areas” and distinguishing between initiatives ready for deployment and those requiring further refinement.
Discussions also covered a proposed AI and digital governance capacity-building programme for the Civil Service, designed to strengthen institutional capacity in emerging technologies and support improved policy formulation. The programme is expected to be delivered in cohorts, with deliberate emphasis on gender inclusion.
Both sides further explored the proposed Digital Youth Village as part of broader efforts to expand Ghana’s innovation ecosystem and strengthen digital skills development and entrepreneurship pathways.
