Ghana is staking its claim as Africa’s next digital powerhouse, with leaders pledging to transform the nation into the continent’s hub for digital trade.
Speaking at the opening of the 2025 National ICT Week at the Accra International Conference Centre, deputy minister for communication, digital technology and innovations, Mohammed Adam Sukparu (MP), said Ghana is ready to lead Africa into the digital future.
Held under the theme “Ghana as Africa’s Digital Trade Hub – Innovation, Policy and Partnerships for the Future,” the event brought together innovators, policymakers, global partners, and industry leaders.
Organised by the National Information Technology Agency (NITA), the week-long celebration showcases the country’s youthful talent, growing tech ecosystem, and strategic role within the African Continental Free Trade Area.
“The future is digital, and Ghana is ready. We are building an economy anchored on innovation, trust, and inclusivity. Our young people, our policies, and our partnerships give us the foundation to lead,” said Sukparu.
Among the government’s priorities are expanding digital infrastructure, strengthening skills development, and modernising regulations.
The deputy minister announced that Parliament will soon consider the Innovations and Start-up Bill, offering incentives for innovation-led enterprises, alongside amendments to NITA’s legislation to empower the agency as an independent regulator.
He stressed that central to Ghana’s vision is building digital trust. NITA has been tasked to collaborate with the National Communications Authority, Cyber Security Authority, and Data Protection Commission to establish a national digital trust framework
. “Trust is the currency of digital trade. Without it, we cannot unlock the full potential of e-commerce and cross-border digital services,” Sukparu stated.
Global partnerships are also playing a role. Ghana recently signed an MoU with the United Arab Emirates to establish the Ghana-UAE Innovation Hub, strengthening international collaboration.
With fully interoperable instant payment systems, a growing fibre-optic backbone, and platforms like Ghana.Gov transforming public service delivery, the West African country is positioning itself at the forefront of Africa’s digital economy.
“Our success will not be measured by policies alone. It will be defined by what we accomplish together through innovation, sound regulation, and shared commitment to Africa’s digital transformation,” said Sukparu.
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