Ghana’s commitment to inclusive digital transformation took center stage as the 2025 Girls-in-ICT programme officially climaxed at the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) in Ho, Volta Region. The initiative has so far trained over 3,000 girls and 300 ICT/STEM teachers in critical digital skills including web development, animation, cybersecurity, and coding.
Speaking at the ceremony, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), emphasized the urgency of closing the gender digital divide. Referencing ITU statistics that reveal 189 million fewer women than men online, he stressed the need for accessibility, affordability, and safety in digital spaces.
The Minister congratulated the top 100 female performers, who each received laptops to support further ICT exploration. He also acknowledged the support of parents, teachers, and the Volta Regional Coordinating Council in nurturing the potential of girls across the country.
Traditional leaders including Togbe Ayim Diokoto II, speaking on behalf of His Royal Majesty Togbe Afede XIV, called on stakeholders to treat digital education for girls as both an economic and social imperative.
The Girls-in-ICT programme continues to serve as a flagship effort in Ghana’s drive toward gender-inclusive tech development and aligns directly with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals on education and equality.