GovTech Innovation Challenge Overview
ľ¹ÏÓ°Ôº's Institutions Global Department, in collaboration with the in Switzerland (SECO) and , presents the GovTech Innovation Challenge. Launched in May 2025, during the GovTech Global Forum, this initiative accelerates technology adoption in government services by leveraging the Swiss digital trust ecosystem. Supported by the World Bank Trust Fund's Governance & Institutions Umbrella Program, this pilot program offers a dynamic platform for testing innovative technological solutions in the public sector.
The inaugural challenge focuses on the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), connecting them with cutting-edge companies to tackle specific tax administration challenges. Through a competitive application process, global technology firms will propose solutions to these pre-defined issues, aiming to enhance government efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness.
Selected participants will attend an intensive boot camp in Switzerland's Trust Valley, a hub for digital trust innovation. There, they will refine their solutions and gain valuable skills in public-private collaboration through workshops, expert mentorship, and networking events.
This initiative aims to transform public services and sets a precedent for future GovTech programs. The challenge extends its impact by sharing developed solutions with other World Bank members, enabling multiple countries to benefit from these advancements. Join us in this groundbreaking effort to harness technology for better governance and improved citizen services.