The Ghanaian government is set to launch the pilot phase of its ambitious ‘One Million Coders’ program on April 16, 2025. This initiative aims to equip one million young Ghanaians with essential coding and digital skills, positioning them for opportunities in the rapidly expanding digital economy, according to the sector minister.
The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, announced during a press briefing yesterday, April 9, 2025, that the pilot will commence in four regions: Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, and Upper East.
“The Ministry will launch the program with a pilot covering Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, and Upper East Regions on April 16th, with over 500 people from Accra, Bolga, Sunyani, and Kumasi expected to participate in the launch,” the Minister said.
He emphasized the program’s commitment to gender inclusivity, aiming for a balanced 50/50 participation between males and females. The initiative plans to leverage district assemblies and Community Information Centers to ensure nationwide reach, extending beyond urban centers.
“The program is inclusive by design, with an integrated 50/50 gender split. Further, we would leverage our district assemblies and Community Information Centers in the subsequent implementation phase to ensure that the program reaches every corner of Ghana, not just urban centers,” he said.
Prospective Ghanaians are encouraged to register for the program through the Ministry of Communication’s communicated official website.
The ‘One Million Coders’ initiative was one of President John Dramani Mahama’s campaign promises to transform Ghana into a digitally resilient nation. According to the president, providing young Ghanaians with critical digital skills seeks, the initiative will enhance employability and drive innovation within the country’s tech industry.