Ghana plans to improve access to education by using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools created in local languages, according to Minister for Education Haruna Iddrisu.
On Friday, January 23, 2026, the minister provided updates via Facebook. He stated that he recently met with the Vice President of Google during the ongoing Generative AI Summit in the United Kingdom. There, they discussed strategies to improve educational outcomes throughout Ghana and the African continent.
“Yesterday, I had a productive discussion with the Vice President of Google, where we exchanged ideas aimed at enhancing the quality of education in Ghana and across Africa as a whole,” Minister Iddrisu remarked.
This AI initiative is part of Google’s $37 million investment in Africa. It includes the creation of speech recognition and AI tools for Ghanaian languages such as Twi, Ewe, and Dagbani. The tools are designed to accommodate non-standard speech for more accessible digital learning.
Minister Iddrisu also underscored the significance of incorporating Hausa, a language widely spoken throughout Ghana and West Africa, to promote regional inclusivity.
“The implementation of AI in local languages will ensure that all learners, including those in rural areas or with disabilities, can effectively access educational resources,” he stated.
Additionally, Minister Iddrisu disclosed that Google has assured the Ministry that its educational tools will be made available in Ghana on a zero-rated basis.
This provision includes curriculum-aligned content and resources regarding the responsible use of AI in teaching and learning, ensuring accessibility for students irrespective of their income or geographical location.
Ghana’s collaboration with Google also entails working alongside the University of Ghana and GDI Hub to promote AI research in local languages, thereby reinforcing the country’s status as a leader in inclusive digital education on the continent.
“Ghana is not merely participating in the AI revolution; we are actively contributing to its development for Africa,” the minister concluded.
