Volta Regional Minister leads charge to bridge digital gender gap as 1,000 Girls set to receive ICT Training
The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, has made a clarion call for collective action in advancing digital empowerment for girls, as he welcomed stakeholders to the inception meeting of the 2025 Girls-In-ICT Celebration.
The high-level engagement held at Regional capital, Hoat the Regional Residency Conference Room in Ho marked the formal launch of the region’s preparations toward this year’s edition of the national programme spearheaded by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MOCDTI).
Delivering the welcome address, the Regional Minister reaffirmed the region’s commitment to championing inclusive digital development by targeting 1,000 girls across all 18 Districts and municipalities in the Volta Region.
“Together, we are making significant strides toward closing the digital divide and ensuring that our girls are not left behind in the rapidly evolving tech landscape,” he said. “By equipping them with the tools and skills they need today, we are laying the foundation for a future where they can lead, innovate, and thrive in the digital world.” Mr Gunu said
According to the Minister, the Volta Regional Coordinating Council (VRCC) will work closely with MOCDTI to facilitate a seamless rollout by rallying Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAS), the Ghana Education Service, and other strategic partners to support the implementation process.
“As a region, we understand that the digital transformation of our economy must be inclusive. That is why we are fully backing this programme and will mobilise all the support needed to ensure that no girl, whether in Keta, Krachi or Kpando, is left out of this life-changing opportunity,” he emphasised.
The Girls-In-ICT initiative, a flagship programme under MOCDTI, aims to inspire and train girls between the ages of 9 and 15 in basic and intermediate Information and Communication Technology (ICT) skills. Beyond classroom training, the initiative includes mentorship sessions, coding clinics, and competitions designed to spark creativity and confidence in the digital space.
Regional officials believe that this year’s celebration, which places the Volta Region in the spotlight, will provide not only skills but also visibility to rural and underrepresented girls.
He called on parents, educators, traditional leaders, and development organisations to lend their support, noting that the responsibility of preparing the next generation for the digital future should not fall on government alone.
“This is a collective responsibility. Let us all commit to empowering these girls not just for the present, but for the prosperity of our nation tomorrow,” he concluded.
Some female District Chief executives and Education Directors present who interacted with the Veritas News shared how the initiative.
Madam Sandra Kpedor of DCE of Anloga said, “We wholeheartedly accept this program, the goal is not just about teaching ICT; it’s about igniting ambition and building confidence. We want our girls to see themselves as future software engineers, digital entrepreneurs, cybersecurity experts, and more.”
The inception meeting brought together key stakeholders from the Ministry, the Ghana Education Service, ICT professionals, gender advocates, and district directors of education, who all pledged their support for the programme.
As preparations gain momentum, the Volta Region is poised to make a lasting impact by becoming a model for inclusive digital education in Ghana. In achieving this, some Districts, including Anloga District, have taken the initiative to train their youth in Artificial Intelligence and its related skills
