Telecel Group has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations to support the Government of Ghana’s flagship One Million Coders Programme, a nationwide digital skills initiative launched by President John Mahama in April 2025.
The agreement, signed at the Ministry’s headquarters in Accra, formalises Telecel Group’s commitment to provide free access to its Startocode digital learning platform to train 100,000 young Ghanaians over the next four years.
The initiative is expected to play a key role in accelerating Ghana’s digital transformation while creating new opportunities for youth participation in the global digital economy.
Speaking at the MoU signing, Chief Executive Officer of Telecel Group, Moh Damush, described the partnership as a practical demonstration of the company’s vision to advance a digitally connected Africa.
“We believe aligning with the One Million Coders initiative will help us equip tens of thousands of young people with vital digital and coding skills for Ghana’s growing digital economy. More importantly, it will empower the country to lead the future of the digital ecosystem that is already reshaping Africa,” Mr. Damush said.
Startocode, developed by Telecel Group, is a multilingual, self-paced digital learning platform designed to deliver affordable and inclusive coding education. It combines interactive lessons with hands-on projects to equip learners with practical, job-ready skills for today’s technology-driven workplace.
The platform has already trained thousands of learners across Africa, offering foundational coding skills and digital literacy. Its multilingual capabilities enhance accessibility for participants from diverse linguistic and educational backgrounds, particularly those in underserved communities.
The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Sam George (MP), welcomed the partnership, describing it as a critical step toward closing Ghana’s digital skills gap.
“The One Million Coders Programme is about unlocking digital potential and creating career pathways to sustainable livelihoods for our youth. We are proud to collaborate with forward-thinking partners like Telecel, who share our vision of inclusive digital empowerment,” the Minister stated.
Under the agreement, beneficiaries of the One Million Coders Programme will gain access to Startocode courses in web development, Python programming, data analytics, and digital entrepreneurship, alongside mentorship and community engagement initiatives designed to promote continuous learning and career development.
The partnership also aligns with Telecel Group’s broader corporate social responsibility and sustainability agenda, which prioritises digital inclusion, health development, and environmental protection across its African operations.
The MoU underscores the shared commitment of both Telecel Group and the Government of Ghana to ensuring that no citizen is left behind in the digital age, marking another milestone in the country’s journey toward building a resilient, future-ready digital economy.
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