By Patrick Ofoe Nudzi
Accra, Sept. 28, GNA – Prof Samuel Kojo Kwofie, Director, Institute of Applied Science and Technology, University of Ghana, has urged publishers to integrate indigenous knowledge systems into data used to train artificial intelligence (AI) models.
He said the move would promote culturally inclusive development and contribute to efforts to decolonise AI.
Prof Kwofie made the call when he served as guest reviewer at the launch of “The Book Industry Programme in Ghana: From Dream to Reality and Beyond,” authored by I.K. Appiah.
The launch formed part of the 23rd Ghana International Book Fair 2026 held at the National Theatre in Accra.
He urged publishers to embrace emerging AI technologies while incorporating Ghanaian knowledge systems and locally developed solutions.
Prof. Kwofie noted that AI was already influencing various stages of publishing through automation and digitalisation.
He, however, cautioned that AI should not replace human creativity and responsibility, stressing the need to uphold ethics, plagiarism safeguards and cognitive ownership.
He said while AI could improve efficiency, reduce production time and streamline content creation, it could not replace authors and publishers.
Prof. Kwofie therefore called for a balance between technological advancement and the development of indigenous capacity within the publishing industry.
Reviewing the book, he described it as a strategic resource that could strengthen Ghana’s publishing industry while creating opportunities for networking, knowledge development and professional growth.
He commended Mr Appiah for documenting the nearly four-decade journey of the Publishing Studies Programme and highlighting the achievements and impact of its students and alumni.
Prof. Kwofie said the book would serve as a useful resource for professionals, students and other stakeholders seeking to understand the evolution and opportunities within Ghana’s publishing industry.
He also urged young people to consider publishing studies as a viable academic and professional pathway, noting that digital technologies were expanding access to books while making it necessary to preserve and promote Ghanaian knowledge and content.
GNA
28 Sept. 2026
Reporter: Patrick Ofoe Nudzi
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