The Chief Executive of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, has emphasized the determination of the Assembly to make Kumasi an example of a resilient urban centre and governance in Ghana through innovations, inclusivity, and sustainability.
This will be achieved by complying with policies and programmes that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs.
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The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr. Samuel Nartey George, has presented a vision for integrating technology into urban development through Ghana's Smart Cities Plan.
He stated that key initiatives include smart electric and water meters, digital transportation systems, and intelligent lighting and security infrastructure, stressing that smart city development focuses on rapid industrialization and turning the existing cities into smart cities, and not just building new ones.
Ghana stands at a crossroads. The country’s economy, in its current form, is too small to support significant expansion. To overcome this limitation, we must position Ghana as a hub for business outsourcing.
With the right investments in infrastructure, digital skills, and policy reforms, we can embark on a transformative journey toward a thriving digital economy. The time to act is now, with a well-articulated vision that secures the buy-in of all stakeholders.
Read more: GH: Building the digital economy – a roadmap to sustainable growth
Ghana’s digitalization agenda is a transformative initiative aimed at harnessing the power of technology to improve governance, drive economic growth, and enhance the daily lives of citizens.
Spearheaded by the government, this agenda has delivered notable successes but also encountered significant challenges and unintended consequences.
This detailed analysis explores the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of Ghana’s digital transformation journey.
Read more: GH: The digitalization agenda: The good, the bad, and the ugly
Ghana has officially entered the 5G era, with the government launching next-generation telecommunications infrastructure that promises to revolutionise digital connectivity across the nation, through Next Gen Infraco (NGIC), the 5G wholesale infrastructure provider.
The rollout by NGIC is expected to initially deploy 5G services in major urban centers including Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi, with a plan for a nationwide expansion targeting complete coverage by 2026.