The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu has announced a partnership with Google to introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in local languages, including Twi, Ewe and Dagbani, as part of efforts to expand access to education across the country.
He disclosed this in a Facebook post on Friday, January 23, 2026, following a meeting with Google’s Vice President at the ongoing Generative AI Summit in the United Kingdom.
According to the Minister, discussions focused on leveraging AI to improve the quality of education in Ghana and across Africa. He revealed that Google is collaborating with the University of Ghana and GDI Hub to develop speech recognition and AI technologies tailored to Ghanaian languages, with particular attention to non-standard speech patterns to enhance inclusivity.
Mr. Iddrisu also underscored the need to incorporate Hausa, a widely spoken language in Ghana and West Africa, to further strengthen regional inclusion.
He noted that deploying AI tools in local languages would make educational resources more accessible, especially for learners in rural communities and persons with disabilities.
The education minister further disclosed that Google has assured the Ministry that its education tools will be deployed in Ghana on a zero-rated basis, allowing learners to access curriculum-aligned content and resources on the responsible use of AI without data costs.
He added that Ghana’s role in the partnership positions the country not just as a beneficiary but as a contributor to Africa’s AI development.
In July 2025, Google announced a US$37 million investment in AI research and digital skills development across Africa, including the establishment of an AI Community Center in Accra. The initiative forms part of Google’s broader US$1 billion commitment to Africa’s digital transformation, with Ghana identified as a key hub in the process.