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05/11/2026

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15TH AFRICA INTERNET GOVERNANCE FORUM 2026

02/11/2026

Regulate, Innovate, Include: Ghana’s Vision for Virtual Assets at AVAS 2026

At the maiden Africa Virtual Asset Summit (AVAS) 2026, in Accra, Hon. Samuel Nartey George delivered a powerful goodwill message under the event's theme, "Tokenisation: Africa's Pathway Towards Building a Trusted, Inclusive and Innovative Digital Asset Ecosystem."

With Ghana ranking 29th globally in cryptocurrency adoption and 3.1 million citizens engaging with digital assets, the nation is choosing a proactive path. Rather than standing on the sidelines, Parliament's passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154) establishes clear licensing, strong consumer protection, and strict anti-money laundering standards.

Addressing fellow regulators, industry leaders, and international partners, the Minister emphasised Ghana's definitive stance on the digital economy:
"Virtual assets are not a passing trend. They are a necessary tool in a world driven by innovation. Ghana will not stand on the sidelines and watch this change unfold. We will not ban what our young people are already using. We will regulate it, make it safe, and make it work for our people."

Backed by critical infrastructure milestones; including a target for 70% 5G population coverage by March 2027 and the integration of the GhanaCard for biometric verification, the country is building an ecosystem anchored in sovereignty, security, and financial inclusion.

The Minister noted in his address:
"Africa must move from digital dependence to digital determination."

As deliberations continue throughout the summit, Ghana is proving that with the right legal frameworks, secure infrastructure, and empowered youth through initiatives like the One Million Coders Programme, the continent's digital future is being built right here at home.
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02/11/2026

Minister Urges Africa to Shape Global Internet and AI Governance

The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George Esq., has urged African countries to take a more active role in shaping global internet governance and artificial intelligence (AI) policies to ensure the continent’s interests and priorities are reflected in decisions about the digital future.

He made the call on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at the closing ceremony of the 2026 African School of Internet Governance (AfriSIG), held at the Ghana-India Kofi Annan Centre of Excellence in ICT in Accra.

The Minister, an alumnus of the 2023 AfriSIG programme in Abuja, Nigeria, said Africa must move beyond being a consumer of technologies and policies developed elsewhere and become an active participant in setting global digital standards.

He noted that the continent’s growing youthful population presented a significant opportunity to influence the future of the internet, stressing the need for stronger African representation in international internet governance institutions and decision-making processes.

On artificial intelligence, Hon. George warned that systems developed without adequate African data, languages and perspectives could misrepresent the continent and deepen existing inequalities. He called for greater investment in digital skills, computing capacity, data infrastructure and local innovation, supported by strong data protection and accountability frameworks.

He also emphasised the need for a united African position in global digital policy discussions, including engagements at the Internet Governance Forum, the International Telecommunication Union and other international standard-setting platforms.

As Chair of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and ICT, he reaffirmed his commitment to championing Africa’s interests in these engagements.

The Minister further highlighted Ghana’s commitment to building digital capacity through initiatives such as the One Million Coders Programme, which seeks to equip young people with relevant skills to participate in the digital economy.

Addressing the AfriSIG 2026 graduates, he urged them to translate the knowledge gained into practical action by contributing to sound digital policies, effective regulation and inclusive internet governance in their respective countries.

He commended the programme’s convenors and partners for their contribution to strengthening internet governance capacity across Africa, and congratulated the graduates, reminding them that they had a responsibility to help shape a digital future that works for all Africans.
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02/11/2026

‎*Government Reaffirms Commitment to Press Freedom as MFWA Launches Model Safety Policy for Journalists*
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‎ The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has underscored the government's unwavering commitment to protecting media freedom, declaring that the state will pursue individuals who attack journalists regardless of their status or uniform.
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‎Delivering the keynote address at a public forum organized by the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) on the theme “Ending Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists in Ghana: Strengthening Safety, Accountability and Press Freedom,” the Minister emphasized that a free and independent press remains the lifeblood of any thriving democracy.
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‎The high-level event, which coincided with the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, also had the official launch of the Model Safety of Journalists Policy, designed to provide media institutions with a practical framework for physical, digital, legal, and psychological protection.
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‎Highlighting Ghana's democratic strides, Hon. George noted that the country climbed to 39th out of 180 countries in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, up from 52nd the previous year, securing the fourth position in Africa.
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‎He attributed the improvement to a deliberate governmental posture favoring openness, engagement, and accountability under the administration of President John Dramani Mahama.
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‎However, the Minister acknowledged that challenges persist, pointing to recent reported incidents of assaults against media personnel.
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‎He stressed that impunity creates an environment conducive to further attacks, asserting that accountability requires prompt reporting, impartial investigations, regular updates to victims, and decisive prosecution where warranted.
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‎"No uniform, no office, no party card and no private influence should place anyone above the law," the Minister stated, reaffirming that the state will not tolerate violence against media professionals performing their public duties.
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‎Opening the forum, the Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa, Mr. Sulemana Braimah, underscored the urgency of addressing safety concerns within the West African sub-region.
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‎ He pointed to regional data showing a worrying rise in violations against media workers and stressed that fighting impunity is an essential prerequisite for safeguarding the public's right to information.
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‎While calling on law enforcement and state institutions to ensure swift justice for victims, Hon. George also addressed the responsibilities within the media fraternity itself. He urged media owners, editors, and journalists to uphold high ethical standards, enforce self-regulation, correct errors transparently, and rigorously distinguish verified investigative reporting from unverified partisan claims.
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‎Mr. Braimah explained that the newly launched Model Safety Policy offers media organizations structured guidelines, including risk assessments, emergency protocols, and designated safety officers, to better protect field reporters, correspondents, and online journalists.
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‎ He also highlighted ongoing initiatives by the foundation, such as legal support funds and networks of media defense lawyers, aimed at assisting journalists facing legal intimidation or threats.
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‎The forum concluded with a renewed multi-stakeholder consensus involving the government, security agencies, civil society, and media leadership to continuously monitor safety gaps, track ongoing investigations, and ensure that press freedom in Ghana remains both proclaimed and robustly protected.
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01/11/2026

Deputy Minister Calls for Stronger Cybersecurity Measures to Protect Ghana’s Digital Economy

The Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Mohammed Adams Sukparu (MP), has called on government institutions, businesses and technology stakeholders to prioritise cybersecurity as Ghana advances its digital transformation agenda.

He said building a resilient digital economy requires strong leadership, institutional accountability and collective efforts to protect citizens, businesses and critical national infrastructure against growing cyber threats.

Delivering the Guest of Honour address at the CyberSecure Ghana International Conference 2026 in Accra on Friday, October 30, under the theme, “Securing Ghana’s Digital Economy: Leadership, Trust and Cyber Resilience,” Hon. Sukparu stressed that public confidence remained central to the success of Ghana’s digital economy.

He disclosed that the Cyber Security Authority recorded 4,938 cybersecurity incidents between January and September 2026, with estimated financial losses of GH¢209.7 million, describing the situation as a serious economic and governance concern.

Highlighting Government’s efforts to strengthen the country's cybersecurity framework, he revealed that vulnerability assessments had been completed for 25 Critical Information Infrastructure institutions in 2026. Additionally, 479 cybersecurity service providers, 116 establishments and 2,685 professionals had been licensed or accredited, while more than 84,000 children and young people had received cybersecurity awareness training.

The Deputy Minister also disclosed that the Ministry was working towards a digital fraud monitoring system to strengthen efforts against cyber-enabled fraud.

He urged institutional leaders to integrate cybersecurity into their strategic decisions, invest in secure systems and staff training, and establish effective incident-response plans.

“You may outsource a service, but you cannot outsource accountability for the risks it creates,” he cautioned.

Hon. Sukparu further called on financial institutions, telecommunications operators and technology businesses to protect customer data and transactions, while encouraging citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the Cyber Security Authority through its short code, 292.

He emphasised that securing Ghana’s digital future required coordinated action among government, industry, academia and the public.

As part of the conference, the Deputy Minister, on behalf of the Ministry, unveiled the new emblem of SIIMT University College, commending the institution for its commitment to education, knowledge development and building the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

He expressed the hope that the conference would produce practical outcomes that strengthen institutional preparedness, improve business resilience and make Ghana’s digital environment safer for all.
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01/11/2026

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29/10/2026

Ghana’s Communications Minister Confirmed as Chair of AU STC on Communication and ICT

Ghana’s Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), has been confirmed as Chair of the African Union Specialised Technical Committee on Communication and ICT (AU STC-ICT) at its 6th Ordinary Session in Libreville, Gabon.

In his opening address to the ministerial session, the Minister described the chairmanship as a responsibility to the entire African Union, emphasising the need for stronger continental cooperation to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation.

“I accept such responsibility not as a privilege for one country, but as a duty to our entire union,” he said.

Addressing Africa’s digital priorities, Hon. George called for a decisive shift from policy development to implementation, noting that the continent already has key frameworks on digital transformation, artificial intelligence and data governance.

“What we have too often lacked is the collective will to implement them at the pace that our people demand,” he stated.

He highlighted connectivity, data governance, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence as critical areas requiring coordinated action, stressing that Africa must take a more active role in shaping the global digital economy.

“When we negotiate alone, we are 55 separate markets, but when we negotiate together, we are a market of nearly 1.5 billion people,” he said, adding that Africa must be “at the table, not on the menu” in global conversations on artificial intelligence, data and digital trade.

The Minister also underscored the importance of equipping Africa’s young population with the skills and opportunities to innovate, drawing attention to Ghana’s One Million Coders Programme as an example of what young people can achieve when given the right tools.

Setting out his priorities for the chairmanship, Hon. George pledged to build consensus, strengthen cooperation and drive implementation across the continent.

“Over the next two years, this committee must be measured not by the declarations that we adopt, but by the results that we deliver,” he said.

He called on member states to take bold decisions towards a shared digital future in which Africa can operate as one digital market and speak with one digital voice.

Ghana’s chairmanship comes at a critical time as African countries work to expand digital access, strengthen cybersecurity, advance responsible AI development and ensure that the continent’s digital resources and opportunities serve its people.
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28/10/2026

28/10/2026

From consumer concerns to concrete action, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, has played a key role in shaping DStv’s journey in Ghana.

Through sustained engagement with MultiChoice and Canal+, the Minister has championed affordable subscriptions, better value for money and improved access to television content for Ghanaian households. The latest agreement introduces four revised packages, priced from GH¢50 to GH¢570 monthly, alongside measures to address piracy and promote legitimate access to pay-TV services.

A journey driven by dialogue, consumer protection and the pursuit of value for every Ghanaian subscriber.

Watch the video below for a closer look at the DStv journey and the story behind it.👇