Ghana's AI Strategy Linked to Energy Stability and Investments
Ghana is pursuing a national AI strategy with a $1 billion investment from the UAE and $1 billion from MTN to enhance digital infrastructure. Reliable energy sources are critical as the country seeks to expand its AI capabilities amidst challenges related to its energy supply.
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Ghana's national AI strategy, underpinned by four pillars, aims to establish the country as a significant player in the digital economy. Key to this ambition is a $1 billion investment from the UAE to create an integrated AI hub and another $1 billion from MTN to improve digital infrastructure, including 4G and 5G coverage.
As AI demand is expected to double by 2030, the reliability of energy sources emerges as a critical factor, with 65-70% of electricity derived from imported fuels and 25-30% from hydropower, which faces stability issues. The introduction of nuclear power, including small modular reactors, is being explored to ensure continuous power supply. Ghana's current energy challenges necessitate a diversification of its energy mix to support its digital aspirations and reduce dependency on volatile external factors.
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