The Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Mohammed Adam Sukparu (MP) says as Africa embraces the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), headquartered in Accra, its ability to integrate and prosper as one market is heavily dependent on digital technology, innovation, and strong partnerships.
In a speech delivered on behalf of the sector Minister, at the Africa Business Festival: “The CEO’s Connect Summit”, held in Accra today (21st August, 2025), he commended the organisers, Enzee Events and the Canada Ghana Chamber of Commerce, for establishing a crucial platform for dialogue among policymakers, entrepreneurs, and investors.
Highlighting the summit’s theme, Hon Sukparu emphasised that digital tools and platforms are no longer optional, but are instead the very foundation of competitiveness, resilience, and global relevance.
He said “under the leadership of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, Ghana is actively implementing bold policies and investments to establish a digitally enabled economy, ranging from e-governance platforms to digital financial inclusion and broadband expansion into rural communities, ensuring no one is left behind.”
He further stated that the Ministry is dedicated to strengthening support for startups, FinTechs, and entrepreneurs, aiming to solidify Ghana’s position as a hub of business and technology in Africa.
The Minister further articulated that the future of African business lies in digital trade and innovation. Through e-commerce and digital platforms, African entrepreneurs can access new markets, scale globally, and transform industries. He stressed the critical need for Africa to move beyond being mere consumers of technology to becoming producers and innovators.
This transformation, he noted, necessitates robust collaboration between governments, the private sector, and academia to build resilient digital economies capable of competing on the global stage. The Minister called upon entrepreneurs to adopt digital tools and platforms as a strategy for growth and competitiveness, and urged investors to deepen partnerships with Africa’s thriving tech ecosystem.
Concluding his address, he reaffirmed the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to driving digital transformation across the continent. He powerfully stated, “The future of Africa’s business lies not just in its markets, but in its innovation. If we digitize Africa, we globalize Africa.”. He extended his gratitude to the organisers for the remarkable initiative and wished all participants fruitful discussions that would inspire actionable outcomes.
