Ghana and Huawei launch free AI training for 3,000 girls nationwide
Ghana's Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has partnered with Huawei Technologies to offer free AI training for girls. The initiative, part of the ICT for Girls programme, aims to expand digital skills among young women across the country.
Around 3,000 girls are expected to take part in the training this year. The effort builds on existing collaborations between the government, Huawei, and the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications.
The agreement was reached during recent discussions between ministry officials and Huawei's Ghana office. Both sides explored ways to boost technology access and education in the country.
Beyond the AI training, talks also covered broader national projects. Huawei showed interest in supporting Ghana's planned US$250 million AI Compute Centre. The company also discussed involvement in rural telephony expansion and the ongoing 5G infrastructure rollout.
Another key topic was the potential setup of a handheld device assembly plant in Ghana. If established, the facility would produce affordable smart devices for local and regional markets. This could lower smartphone costs and encourage wider use of advanced mobile services in the country.
The partnership will see the ministry, Huawei, and the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications work together on the AI training. The programme targets 3,000 girls this year, focusing on practical digital skills.
Further discussions may lead to new investments in Ghana's tech sector, including device manufacturing and network upgrades. These steps could improve connectivity and access to modern technology nationwide.
