Ghana is seeking to strengthen its cybersecurity ecosystem by developing local expertise and solutions as the government looks to build a more resilient digital economy.
A white paper presented to Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations Minister Samuel Nartey George brings together recommendations from academia, industry and the Cyber Security Authority, with a focus on building national cybersecurity capacity, developing local solutions and translating policy into measurable implementation.
The paper was presented by a delegation from Academic City University following a stakeholder roundtable held during last year’s National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
The delegation included representatives from Academic City, the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana and the Cyber Security Authority, highlighting the growing role of collaboration between educational institutions, technology professionals and government in addressing cybersecurity challenges.
The recommendations place particular emphasis on developing Ghanaian talent and creating cybersecurity solutions that respond to local needs rather than relying solely on external expertise and technologies.
Receiving the paper, George welcomed the initiative and described academia as an important partner in shaping Ghana’s cybersecurity future. He said policy direction needs to be supported by strong institutions, industry participation and research capable of producing practical solutions.
The minister also underscored the need for sustained investment in cybersecurity and provided updates on government efforts to strengthen the country’s legislative framework for the sector.
For businesses operating in Ghana’s increasingly digital economy, stronger cybersecurity capacity is becoming an important component of digital trust. Developing local skills and solutions could also create opportunities for technology companies, researchers and cybersecurity professionals to build products and services around domestic demand.
The white paper’s emphasis on measurable implementation reflects a shift from developing cybersecurity policies and frameworks toward assessing whether those measures translate into stronger institutional and technical protection.
The Ministry is expected to study the recommendations and identify areas for collaboration as Ghana continues efforts to develop what it described as a more resilient and trusted digital ecosystem.
The initiative also places universities and professional technology bodies closer to the centre of Ghana’s cybersecurity strategy, linking research and skills development with government policy and private-sector requirements.
