To transform its economy, the country needs innovative and skilled human resources, said Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Dr. Kwaku Afriyie said.
He said that as the economy rapidly evolves and progresses, harnessing the power of innovation to drive growth and progress is more important than ever – the government recognizes this need and is actively seeking innovators to work collaboratively to transform the economy. Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) and other initiatives that help advance new technologies and solutions that drive the economy forward.
“Innovation is key to progress in all industries, from healthcare to agriculture, and the government recognizes the critical role that innovators play. These individuals have the expertise and vision to develop new products and services, as well as strategies to increase efficiency and reduce costs. This leads to job creation and economic growth,” he said. Said.
The minister made the remarks in a speech at the launch of the Certified Innovation Professional (CIP) program at the Nobel International Business School (NIBS) Accra.
Elaborating further, Dr. Afriyie said that while change is constant in the current era, innovation plays an important role in staying competitive. He reiterated that the government is at the forefront of science and technology advancement, making significant progress in recent years.
He said the government will continue to create the right environment for innovation and encourage youth to become innovators.
“Innovation is a key driver of economic growth and development in many countries. By encouraging individuals to embrace it, Ghana can build a skilled workforce to generate and implement new ideas, continue to collaborate on critical projects and capture the value of innovation.
“This will help Ghana become more competitive, increase productivity and create the jobs needed for sustainable economic growth. In addition, by having a pool of certified innovation professionals, Ghana can attract more foreign investment and technology transfer; further boosting the country’s economic growth,” he stressed.
The Government of Ghana has demonstrated significant commitment to promoting innovation in the country through various initiatives and policies. This is evident in strategic interventions and investments in multiple sectors of the economy, including technical vocational education and training (TVET), science technology engineering, mathematics (STEM) and education with the introduction of free senior high school.
Dr. Afriyie made a clarion call for the country’s innovators to come on board and help build a resilient and sustainable economy. “The ability of a country’s innovators to drive progress and create new opportunities is essential to a country’s continued prosperity. By working together with government, innovators can help transform existing industries and create new ones; thus making the economy more dynamic, resilient and inclusive.
Source: B&FT
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