Ghana and Lesotho have pledged to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation as part of efforts to strengthen Africa’s role in the global technology space.
This week, Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, hosted his Lesotho counterpart, Nthati Moorosi, in Accra for high-level talks. The discussions focused on digital policy, innovation, and cross-border projects that can accelerate growth across the continent.
The two countries agreed to work towards harmonized digital frameworks, aimed at preventing fragmented policies across Africa. As part of this effort, a virtual working group will be created with about 10 countries, including Ghana, Lesotho, Namibia, Rwanda, Nigeria, Guinea, Kenya and Gambia. South Africa is also expected to join.
The working group will map out a joint digital roadmap, with Smart Africa acting as the facilitation secretariat.
Big Events in Accra
Ghana also announced it will host the Global Entrepreneurship Festival in November. The event is expected to connect 100,000 ICT innovators with global investors.
In 2026, Accra will welcome the Divas of ICT Forum, organised in partnership with Google. The forum will bring major technology players, including Apple, Nvidia, and Microsoft, together with African policymakers to shape digital strategies for the continent.
AI for Agriculture
Both ministers highlighted the need to develop large language models tailored for agriculture, designed to break language barriers for farmers. Ghana pledged to link its universities with experts in Lesotho to boost research and speed up applications in this sector.
Digital sovereignty
Ghana is preparing to roll out 15 new legislative frameworks covering AI, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, data protection and digital economy policy. These laws will also be shared with African partners, including Lesotho, to guide their own digital development.
