Wa, Upper West Region – October 7, 2025
The Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to bridging the gender gap in technology and empowering young girls to actively participate in Ghana’s digital transformation agenda.
He made these remarks when he joined the Acting Administrator of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), Mr. Sofo Tanko Rashid (Computer), and other dignitaries to celebrate the National Girls in ICT Day Mentorship and Climax Events for the Upper West Region, held at the Fanco Hospitality Hotel in Wa from October 6–7, 2025.
The two-day programme marked the successful completion of a three-week intensive training for 1,000 young girls across the region. The initiative aimed to equip participants with vital digital skills, enhance their confidence in technology use, and inspire them to pursue careers in Information and Communication Technology (ICT).
Addressing participants, Hon. Sukparu praised the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation and its agencies, particularly GIFEC, for their dedication to promoting digital inclusion.
He emphasised that Ghana’s technological progress depends on creating equal opportunities for all genders to contribute meaningfully to innovation and national development.
Technology is the engine driving global development. I encourage all of you to see ICT not just as a tool for learning but as a pathway to leadership, creativity, and problem-solving, Hon. Sukparu urged the participants.
The climax of the event featured a colourful awards ceremony, where three outstanding girls were honoured for their exceptional performance during the training and competition phases.
They received brand-new laptops and cash prizes as recognition of their excellence and motivation to continue exploring the world of ICT.
The event also attracted a cross-section of stakeholders, including regional officials, educators, parents, and representatives from partner organisations, who commended the programme for its transformative impact on rural and underserved communities.
Many participants expressed optimism that initiatives like this will help nurture a new generation of tech-savvy young women contributing to Ghana’s digital future.
The Girls in ICT Initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation with support from GIFEC, remains one of Ghana’s flagship programmes for digital literacy and gender empowerment, inspiring thousands of young girls nationwide to embrace technology as a catalyst for change.
Report By: Robicon Mornahson
