The Minister for Communication, Mr Sam George has called on corporate leaders to elevate cybersecurity to the highest levels of decision-making, describing it as essential to Ghana’s digital transformation and long-term economic resilience.
Speaking on Wednesday at the 2026 Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Summit in Accra, the Minister said the rapid digitisation of government services, financial transactions, and business operations has significantly expanded the country’s exposure to cyber threats.
The Minister cited global projections indicating that cybercrime costs are expected to grow by 15 per cent annually, reaching 10.5 trillion dollars by the end of 2025.
He noted that the financial sector remains particularly vulnerable, with international reports showing that cyber incidents have caused over 12 billion dollars in direct losses globally over the past two decades.
“Ghana is not immune,” the Minister stated, stressing that cybersecurity now affects revenue, operations, reputation, customer trust, and national security, making it a critical business imperative.
He outlined government efforts to build a secure and resilient digital economy under the Reset Ghana Agenda, which prioritises innovation, inclusivity, and national sovereignty. Central to this vision was investment in digital skills, infrastructure, and governance.
According to him, the government would be implementing a three-billion-dollar Digital Jobs Initiative through public-private partnerships to create technology-driven employment.
“This includes the development of Regional Digital Centres to support business outsourcing services and the establishment of Zonal ICT Parks to drive innovation in areas such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The redevelopment of facilities like the Dawa ICT Park is expected to position Ghana as a hub for digital excellence,” the minister added.
Mr. George urged organisations to prioritise cybersecurity by investing in talent development, promoting board-level governance, enhancing information sharing, and building resilient digital infrastructure.
“The future of Ghana’s digital economy depends on trust. Trust depends on security. And security depends on leadership,” he said.
The Minister encouraged participants to make cybersecurity a strategic priority in their organisations and expressed confidence that continued collaboration would strengthen Ghana’s position in the global digital economy.
The summit, organised by Sapient Envision, a subsidiary of the Innovare Group, brought together cybersecurity professionals, industry leaders, and policymakers to discuss strategies for strengthening Ghana’s digital ecosystem.
Judith Twumwaa, ISD
