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Communication Ministry Holds Introductory AI Training for Focal Persons Ahead of Cabinet AI Bootcamp Workshop
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has successfully held a hybrid introductory AI training session for nominated focal persons from Sector Ministries and Key Institutions serving as a preparatory step for the forthcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) Capacity-Building Bootcamp Workshop for Cabinet Ministers.
This engagement is specifically tailored to equip these individuals with the necessary knowledge and competencies to support their respective Ministers and spearhead AI-related initiatives across government institutions.
This was contained in a speech read by the Director Human Resource (HR), Mr Joseph Tetteh on behalf of the Minister, Samuel Nartey George, during a short opening ceremony held at the Ministry’s conference room in Accra.
According to him, the training session is a direct follow-up to the Ministerial Executive Leadership Programme (ELP) held in Ada, where a significant consensus was reached on the urgent need to leverage AI as a catalyst for the efficient and effective implementation of the Government’s Reset Agenda.
The Minister was subsequently tasked to lead the national effort, highlighting the Ministry’s renewed mandate to spearhead Ghana’s digital transformation agenda and build institutional capacity to harness the full potential of emerging technologies, especially Artificial Intelligence.
He said the initiative underscores the recognition that while exposing all Sector Ministers to foundational AI principles is vital, the long-term sustainability of this drive hinges on the capacity of focal persons across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
“These individuals will be equipped with core knowledge of AI in governance and positioned as internal champions to drive its successful integration within their institutions, moving innovation and data-driven decision-making beyond rhetoric”, he added.
The foundational training, he explained is expected to culminate in the development of sector-specific AI strategies, which will be endorsed by His Excellency the President and integrated into Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) measuring Ministries’ contributions to the Reset Agenda through AI-driven solutions.
“The Ministry is fully committed to fostering an enabling environment for improved public service delivery through AI tools and solutions, aiming to enhance efficiency, transparency, and evidence-based policy-making”, he indicated.
The Minister extended sincere appreciation to its partners at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for their continued support, recognising the dedication and commitment of all focal persons who are set to be the ‘bridge’ translating this national AI capacity-building drive into measurable improvements in how the government serves the people.
The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Abena Osei Asare has expressed concerns about the failure of the Administrator of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) Mr. Paul Adjei to honour invitation of the Committee to assist in dealing with abandoned projects cited in the 2024 Auditor-General’s report.
She emphasised that some of the projects have been abandoned for more than 20 years and it kept reoccurring in the Auditor-General’s report yearly, stressing that the GETFund Administrator could assist by prioritising these projects.
However, he has failed to personally appear before the Committee since the commencement of the Committee’s public hearing in the 9th Parliament.
According to the 2024 Auditor-General’s report on Pre-University Educational Institutions, nine (9) Institutions with 16 projects awarded by the GET Fund Secretariat had been abandoned/delayed for a period ranging between three (3) and 28 years.
Some of the affected schools include Adanwomoase Senior High School (Boys and Girls dormitory abandoned for 12 years), Atoa Senior High School (Home Economics Block abandoned for 27 years), Beposo Senior High School (Dinning Hall and Kitchen Complex abandoned for 10 years and lastly KNUST Senior High School (Three storey classroom block abandoned for 20 years).
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Energy continued its oversight responsibilities with a working visit to the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) yesterday.
Chairman of the Committee, Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, said the visit formed part of efforts to familiarize members with the Authority’s operations and to explore ways Parliament could provide the necessary support.
He explained that the NPA’s work is focused on regulating Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector, a critical area for national energy security.
Mr. Bedzrah noted that the Committee is particularly interested in assessing whether the country has adequate petroleum stock to meet demand.
He noted that rising geopolitical tensions, including the ongoing US–Iran conflict, could have adverse effect on Ghana’s energy supply and pricing.
He further disclosed that the Committee intends to engage closely with the Authority on a proposed new petroleum bill.
According to him, a draft of the legislation will be reviewed and possibly presented to Parliament under a certificate of urgency.
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