One Million Coders: Ghana’s Bold Leap into the Digital Age
President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama has launched One Million Coders program to equip Ghanaian youth with digital skills, fostering innovation, inclusion, and economic opportunity.
The President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama has launched the One Million Coders program, aimed at training ONE MILLION Ghanaians with digital skills.
This program seeks to empower young ghanaians, with coding skills and prepare them for the future job market.
The One Million Coders program is under the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations aimed at promoting digital innovation and skills development in Ghana. This program aligns with the Ministry’s mandate to drive the country’s digital transformation agenda.
At the launch of the One Million Coders program, President John Mahama emphasized that this initiative is a strategic pillar in his efforts to reset Ghana’s agenda with digital skills. It’s a deliberate attempt to invest in the future of Ghanaian youth through technology and innovation.
By equipping young people with cutting-edge digital skills, we are empowering them to drive Ghana’s digital transformation and economic growth.
The President emphasized that the One Million Coders (OMC) program encompasses more than just technical skills.
The President highlights the program’s potential to transform lives and drive economic growth. This perspective underscores the importance of digital literacy in today’s economy, where technological proficiency is increasingly crucial for success.
Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations emphasized that the One Million Coders program is a flagship program of the John Mahama-led administration.
According to him, the program aims to equip young people with essential digital skills, demonstrating the government’s commitment to empowering the youth and bridging the digital divide.
The Minister was of the view that the initiative will create opportunities for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, promoting digital inclusion and reducing inequality, adding, the launch of the One Million Coders program within the 120-day social contract period showcases President Mahama’s focus on delivering on his promises.
