Ghana’s Communications Minister, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, recently praised the country’s progress in cybersecurity at the 2024 Cybersecurity Awards Night.
She acknowledged President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s crucial role in enabling the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) to fulfill its mandate, expressing gratitude for his support and commitment.
Mrs Owusu-Ekuful (MP) highlighted Ghana’s cybersecurity milestones, including the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Secretariat in 2017, its transition to the National Cyber Security Centre in 2018, and its transformation into the CSA in 2021.
These efforts have positioned Ghana as a notable player in global cybersecurity, recognized by the International Telecommunications Union’s Global Cybersecurity Index and the Cybersecurity Maturity Model.
The Minister outlined the revised National Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy, focusing on:
– Strategic Investments: Enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure
– Early Warning System: Prompt incident response
– Critical Information Infrastructure Protection: Safeguarding vital digital assets
– Cybersecurity Research: Fostering innovation and development
Mrs Owusu-Ekuful (MP) emphasized the importance of shared responsibility in cybersecurity, acknowledging the contributions of individuals and organizations across the ecosystem.
She also recognized local and international partners, including the African Union Commission, ECOWAS, UNICEF and the United States’ Security Governance Initiative.
This progress is particularly significant amidst the growing threat of disinformation, with Ghana launching its National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2024 under the theme “Combating Misinformation/Disinformation in a Digital Resilient Democracy – Our Collective Responsibility”.
