Ghana is set to broaden access to education through Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools developed in local languages, according to the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu.
In a Facebook update on Friday, January 23, 2026, the minister revealed that he had engaged the Vice President of Google at the ongoing Generative AI Summit in the United Kingdom, where discussions focused on strategies to improve learning outcomes in Ghana and across Africa.
“Yesterday, I had a fruitful engagement with the Vice President of Google, where ideas were shared to improve quality education in Ghana and Africa as a whole,” Minister Iddrisu stated.
The AI initiative, which forms part of Google’s $37 million investment in Africa, includes the development of speech recognition and AI tools for Ghanaian languages such as Twi, Ewe, and Dagbani.These tools will prioritize non-standard speech to make digital learning more accessible.
Minister Iddrisu also emphasized the need to incorporate Hausa a widely spoken language in Ghana and West Africa to enhance regional inclusion.
“The deployment of AI in local languages will help ensure that all learners, including those in rural communities or with disabilities, can access educational resources effectively,” he noted.
He further disclosed that Google has assured the Ministry that its education tools will be deployed in Ghana on a zero-rated basis. This will include curriculum-aligned content and resources on the responsible use of AI in teaching and learning, making them accessible to students regardless of income or location.
Ghana’s partnership with Google also involves collaboration with the University of Ghana and GDI Hub to advance AI research in local languages, reinforcing the country’s position as a leader in inclusive digital education in Africa.
“Ghana is not just participating in the AI revolution; we are helping to shape it for Africa,” the minister concluded.
