University of Ghana Receives 2,000 Laptops to Advance One Million Coders Initiative
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has presented 2,000 laptops to the University of Ghana to support the implementation of the One Million Coders Programme.
The donation follows an earlier presentation of 500 laptops to the university a few weeks ago as part of efforts to strengthen digital learning and skills development.
Speaking at the handing-over ceremony, the sector minister, Samuel Nartey George, described the initiative as a major investment in Ghana’s digital future.
He said the laptops would enable students to acquire practical skills in coding, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics and software development.
The Minister urged beneficiaries to use the laptops to build innovative solutions and businesses rather than merely consume digital content.
Mr George noted that the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to preparing Ghanaian youth for opportunities in a technology-driven world.
“This presentation demonstrates our shared commitment to equipping Ghanaian youth with the digital skills and artificial intelligence literacy needed to thrive in a technology-driven world. It follows our initial handover of 500 laptops a few weeks ago,” he said.
The Minister praised the University of Ghana for integrating the One Million Coders Programme into its academic curriculum, describing the decision as bold and far-sighted.
According to him, coding, artificial intelligence and digital literacy should no longer be treated as optional skills but as essential competencies for graduates across all academic disciplines.
“AI is rapidly transforming education, healthcare, business and public service, making digital competence indispensable regardless of one’s field of study,” he said.
The Minister noted that embedding the programme into the curriculum would ensure every graduating student acquires practical digital skills needed to compete in the global economy.
Mr George further commended the university’s management for ensuring that digital skills development would become a permanent feature of students’ education.
“I commend the Vice-Chancellor, the University Council and Management for this bold and far-sighted decision. It ensures that digital skills development is institutionalised, sustained and passed on to every cohort of students long after this handover ceremony is forgotten,” he concluded.
The One Million Coders Programme seeks to equip one million Ghanaians with industry-relevant digital skills to improve employability, drive innovation and support national economic transformation.
Margaret Adjeley Sowah, ISD
