Prioritize Infrastructure to Support Remote Work
Story By: Solomon Nartey Tetteh
Freelancer and digital consultant Clement Amoasi has urged the government to prioritize infrastructural development to enable smoother and more efficient remote working in Ghana. He highlighted that one of the major challenges facing remote workers across the country is limited access to reliable and fast internet connectivity.
The rise of remote work, initially adopted as a short-term response to the COVID-19 pandemic, has now evolved into a permanent or hybrid arrangement for many organizations worldwide. Despite its benefits, including flexibility, improved work-life balance, and broader access to global job opportunities, remote work in Ghana is still hampered by structural challenges.
Mr. Amoasi, who was speaking on the Business Breakfast show on Zed FM, highlighted that while technological advancements have made remote work more accessible globally, many workers in developing countries like Ghana continue to struggle with the basic tools needed to succeed in a virtual work environment.
“Reliable internet, stable electricity, and access to digital tools are no longer luxuries, they are necessities in today’s world of work. If we want to prepare our workforce for the future, the government must invest in the right infrastructure to support this digital shift,” Mr. Amoasi said
Mr. Amoasi also stressed the importance of incorporating smart working tools and digital platforms to streamline communication and collaboration among remote teams, saying this is key to staying competitive in a fast-evolving global economy.
Meanwhile, he commended the government for the introduction of the One Million Coders programme, describing it as a progressive step toward digital empowerment.
“The One Million Coders initiative has the potential to break down barriers and create meaningful employment opportunities for the youth,” he noted. “With the right support, this programme could shape the future of work in Ghana and position our young people for success in the digital economy,” he stated. Mr. Amoasi has called on both the private and public sectors to work together to build a strong digital infrastructure that supports innovation, boosts productivity, and bridges the digital divide.
