A strong call has been made to transform Ghana’s libraries into modern knowledge hubs, with Prof. Danquah urging authorities to equip library facilities with emerging technologies to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving digital world.
According to the academic, libraries must move beyond their traditional role as repositories of books and embrace innovations such as artificial intelligence, digital archives, virtual learning platforms, smart cataloguing systems, and high-speed internet to better serve students, researchers, and the wider public.
Prof. Danquah argued that integrating cutting-edge technologies into libraries will enhance access to information, improve research capabilities, and prepare learners with the digital skills needed to compete in the global knowledge economy.
He stressed that technology-driven libraries can play a vital role in promoting innovation, lifelong learning, and academic excellence while ensuring that communities are not left behind in the digital age.
The call comes amid growing efforts to accelerate Ghana’s digital transformation across the education sector, with stakeholders emphasizing the need for modern infrastructure that supports teaching, learning, and research.
Education experts say investing in technologically advanced libraries will not only improve educational outcomes but also foster creativity, entrepreneurship, and inclusive access to information for people of all ages.
As discussions on educational reform continue, Prof. Danquah’s appeal has renewed attention on the need to future-proof Ghana’s libraries, positioning them as dynamic centres of innovation capable of driving national development.
