GI-KACE: Boosting ICT skills

GI-KACE: Boosting ICT skills is profiled by BTW Media because published evidence links it to internet infrastructure, governance, operational dependencies, or market visibility.

• GI-KACE delivers nationwide ICT training and innovation programmes in software, cybersecurity, and digital transformation
• Ghana’s ICT sector faces talent gaps, limited infrastructure and increasing pressure to align with global technology standards

Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT: Advancing ICT development through training

The Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT (GI-KACE) is Ghana’s first advanced information technology institute. Established in 2003 through a partnership between the Government of Ghana and the Government of India, GI-KACE focuses on digital skills training, professional development and policy advisory support. It operates under Ghana’s Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation and is headquartered in Accra.

According to its about page, GI-KACE provides training in software engineering, cybersecurity, open-source platforms, and emerging technologies. The centre also runs national and regional certification programmes aimed at youth, professionals and public sector staff. Its goal is to bridge Ghana’s digital skills gap and support national development.

GI-KACE manages training labs, digital innovation hubs and ICT policy projects. These initiatives strengthen Ghana’s human capital in technology and expand access to professional learning. GI-KACE’s outreach includes partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies and private sector firms.

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Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT: Supporting Ghana’s digital transition

Ghana’s ICT sector is growing, but it faces challenges. There are gaps in infrastructure, uneven access to training, and a shortage of skilled personnel. Government policy pushes for digitalisation of services, yet the supply of qualified ICT professionals remains limited. GI-KACE plays a key role by delivering structured training aligned with market needs.

Programmes such as the Certified Cybersecurity Analyst Course and Digital Jobs for Youth initiative target both job seekers and workers seeking reskilling. The centre also supports initiatives in artificial intelligence, data science and software development. Through these efforts, GI-KACE contributes to Ghana’s ambition to become a digital economy.

Recent innovations in the sector include e-government systems, digital financial tools and open-source adoption. GI-KACE’s open tech training reflects this shift. The centre provides practical skills that help learners engage with digital tools and platforms across sectors.