Accra, Ghana — In a major step toward advancing Africa’s role in global AI development, American technology giant Google has launched its AI Community Center in Accra, backed by a $37 million commitment to support artificial intelligence innovation across the continent.

The initiative is designed to accelerate local research, empower startups in sectors such as healthcare and education, and enable projects focused on crop monitoring and the adaptation of AI tools for African languages. The center will serve as a collaborative hub for developers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers working to shape Africa’s digital future.

To mark this milestone, Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology & Innovation, Hon. Sam George, and U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Rolf Olson joined Google leadership in a launch ceremony in Accra.

“This launch is a powerful example of U.S.–Africa partnership in action,” said Olson. “The United States government is committed to working with trusted industry leaders to deliver secure, full-stack AI solutions—including hardware, models, software, applications, and standards—to our allies around the world.”

The U.S. Embassy in Ghana applauds this investment as a strong testament to the potential of public-private partnerships in driving inclusive, tech-driven growth across Africa.