Audrey Smock Amoah, Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), urged Ghana to prioritize data and evidence in policymaking and public service delivery, stating that the nation’s development agenda must be informed by credible information, not assumptions. This call came during the launch of the University of Cape Coast’s 2026 Data Literacy Week on Wednesday, June 3, where she delivered the keynote address.
Data as a Critical National Asset
Dr. Amoah emphasized that data has become an indispensable national asset. It holds the potential to significantly improve governance, boost efficiency across public services, and ensure fairness in decision-making processes. The event’s theme,
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