Ghana: Google Opens First AI Community Centre in Accra

Google raises African AI bet as Big Tech looks to continent

The NewsGoogle plans to build on the success of its artificial intelligence research team in Africa to scale up the technology’s use, an executive told Semafor, as the company announced a $37 million investment in the continent’s nascent AI sector.The new financial commitment aims to give Google an edge in Africa amid increasing competition from other Silicon Valley giants. There are “enormous opportunities” for impact on the continent, Yossi Ma…

Ghana: Google Opens First AI Community Centre in Accra

Google has opened its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Community Centre in Accra on Thursday, positioning Ghana as a key hub for AI education, research, and innovation in Africa.

Google commits $370mln to AI in Africa

The new AI Community Centre in Accra will provide a physical space for learning and collaboration

Google Announces $37 Million to Drive AI Development in Africa

Google has unveiled a $37 million package to accelerate artificial intelligence development across Africa. The initiative will support local AI research and projects ranging from crop monitoring to adapting technology for the continent’s languages. Google’s AI Plan for Africa The centre will serve as a hub for learning, experimentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration for AI literacy. It will host technical workshops, research exchanges, and…

Gov’t backs Google AI hub as strategic boost to innovation agenda

By Prince ASUMAH The government through the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation has endorsed the opening of Google’s new AI Community Centre in Accra, describing the facility as a critical step toward advancing the country’s digital and innovation strategy. The centre, launched as part of the tech giant’s broader efforts to strengthen AI development across Africa, is intended to provide training, host community-driven e…

Google Announces $37M Investment To Expand AI Research In Africa

Google will invest $37 million across Africa to expand artificial intelligence developments on the continent. A majority of the funds will be allocated to enhance food security and expand digital access in local languages, with $25 million being invested in an AI Collaborative for Food Security. This initiative will help African researchers and nonprofits create AI tools that tackle hunger, climate-related crop threats, and farming inefficiencie…