The AmCham ICT Digital Economy & Innovation Sector Committee convened on Wednesday, 3^rd June 2026, at the Chamber to assess fast-moving legislative and infrastructure developments that could significantly impact the private sector. Topping the agenda was Ghana’s proposed 15 ICT sector bills. Members noted that despite an updated draft reportedly heading to Cabinet and then Parliament, substantial concerns remain unaddressed, including proposed fee hikes and provisions that concentrate appointment powers in the presidency, reducing the autonomy of key agencies.

“Nothing substantive has changed,” a member observed, urging the Chamber to prepare for upcoming public consultations. Strategies discussed include engaging Parliament directly, leveraging media outreach, and involving the World Bank and other stakeholders as the consultative process begins.

On the national AI strategy front, the committee laid out a proactive engagement plan. Amcham intends to produce a formal position paper that articulates the private sector’s priorities and pragmatic policy asks, plan a U.S. government-aligned AI event, exploring topics like responsible AI, talent development, and the National AI Strategy’s impact on businesses. Members also highlighted the need for a collective value proposition to showcase U.S. companies’ AI capabilities to Ghanaian officials.

With parliamentary consultation dates expected to be published soon, the committee resolved to hold weekly review sessions on the bills and finalize a position paper ahead of parliamentary consultations. The chamber urged all members to monitor social and parliamentary channels closely and to be ready to mobilize input as soon as the process opens. Lastly, the Chamber encouraged members to include AmCham in corporate social responsibility initiatives to build visibility.