The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana has officially endorsed the AI Africa Project, a transformative initiative led by the Vanuatu Trade Commission – Ghana. This endorsement represents a major boost to Ghana’s digital transformation agenda and its broader efforts to engage the diaspora and champion pan-African innovation.
The AI Africa Project seeks to train over 1 million Ghanaians and 10 million Africans in Artificial Intelligence, digital tools, and emerging technologies. Spearheaded by the Vanuatu Trade Commission – Ghana, the initiative forms part of a larger commitment under the African Diaspora Central Bank (ADCB) to equip 11 million Africans with AI application skills for the modern economy.
In a letter of endorsement, the Presidency praised the leadership of H.E. Amb. Prof. Hugh Keku Aryee and the achievements of the Commission since its establishment in January 2023. “You have demonstrated visionary diplomacy by positioning Vanuatu as a valuable trade and development partner for Ghana and Africa,” the letter noted. The Office highlighted the Commission’s efforts in cross-border investment, economic cooperation, and its innovative AKL Lumi platform.
The endorsement aligns seamlessly with key national initiatives including:
Ghana’s Digital Agenda – One Million Coders
The 24-Hour Economy Vision
Ghana’s National AI Strategy
The implementation phase of the Ghana Diaspora Engagement Policy (DEP)
According to the Diaspora Affairs Office (DAOOP), the initiative will now be incorporated into the Inter-Sectoral Implementation Committee (ISIC) framework to ensure cross-sectoral impact—touching youth development, TVET institutions, public agencies, and the wider diaspora.
Speaking on the development, H.E. Amb. Prof. Hugh Keku Aryee said: “This endorsement reflects our shared commitment to Africa’s digital renaissance. We are honoured by the Office of the President’s recognition and remain focused on delivering sustainable innovation, inclusive economic participation, and youth empowerment across the continent.”
Original article from Joy Online
