Ghana and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in digital technology, cybersecurity, investment and innovation following a meeting between Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, and a US Embassy delegation led by incoming US Ambassador Faris Asad.
The meeting took place during Asad’s introductory visit ahead of his assumption of the ambassadorial role. Discussions focused on opportunities to deepen bilateral collaboration and attract strategic technology investments to Ghana.
Key areas explored included potential investment in data centre development, partnerships with global technology companies and the expansion of cloud computing infrastructure through Amazon Web Services (AWS). Both sides also discussed opportunities for job creation, technology transfer and collaboration with Ghanaian educational and research institutions.
George outlined Ghana’s ambition to position the country as a strategic destination for technology investment in Africa. He highlighted its expanding digital infrastructure, skilled workforce and geographical position as factors that could support this ambition.
The minister also identified priorities for strengthening the country’s digital ecosystem, including extending 5G connectivity beyond major urban centres, improving access to affordable entry-level smartphones and building local expertise in cybersecurity and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence.
Skills development, technology training and research were also central to the discussions, with both sides emphasising the importance of ensuring that investments in the digital sector create opportunities for Ghanaians.
The US delegation included outgoing Chargé d’Affaires Rolf Olson, Economic Counsellor Andrew G. Winkelman, Commercial Counsellor Rachel Kreissl and Regional Environment, Science, Health and Technology Chief Anthony Eterno.
The engagement forms part of ongoing efforts by Ghana and the United States to strengthen diplomatic and economic relations through cooperation in technology, digital infrastructure and innovation.
