Ghana has called for stronger international cooperation, investment in digital infrastructure and equitable access to emerging technologies to ensure that the global digital revolution benefits all countries, particularly developing economies.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, made the call at the Doha Ministerial Roundtable in Qatar, where he emphasised that the future of digital development must be defined by inclusion, partnership and practical action.
He warned of an emerging digital divide centred on access to computing power, quality data and the capacity to develop advanced technologies.
Using the example of a young Ghanaian innovator in Accra with a promising artificial intelligence idea but limited access to computing resources and financing, the Minister underscored the need to address structural barriers confronting innovators in developing countries.
“Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not,” he stated.
He called for international cooperation that goes beyond traditional assistance to embrace investment in infrastructure, technology transfer, skills development and fair access to emerging technologies.
According to him, stronger partnerships between governments, development institutions and the private sector are essential to closing financing and capacity gaps.
As preparations advance towards the launch of the Doha Ministerial Declaration, Ghana urged participating countries to ensure that it translates into tangible outcomes rather than remaining a statement of intent.
“Let this one be different. Let it be the basis for practical partnerships that meet the real infrastructure, financing and capacity needs of developing countries,” he said.
He concluded by reaffirming Ghana’s commitment to working with Member States and international partners to advance shared digital development priorities.
