The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has chaired a high-level technical review meeting with heads of agencies under the ministry as part of efforts to strengthen Ghana’s digital governance framework.
The meeting brought together chief executives of key information and communication technology (ICT) agencies, alongside technical and legal officers who contributed to the drafting of a series of proposed legislative reforms currently under consideration by government.
Also participating in the session were legal consultants engaged by the ministry and representatives from IMANI Ghana, who have been providing independent policy and technical input into the review process.
The meeting follows the Minister’s assessment of 10 Cabinet memoranda submitted on various draft bills aimed at modernising Ghana’s legal and regulatory environment in the digital technology sector.
Discussions focused on the Minister’s observations and recommendations on the proposed legislation, as well as stakeholder feedback on the current drafts before they proceed to the next stage of the legislative process.
The participation of IMANI Ghana formed part of the ministry’s efforts to promote broad stakeholder engagement and independent scrutiny of the proposed legislation.
The review process is expected to contribute to the development of a more robust legal framework to support digital transformation, cybersecurity, innovation and data governance in Ghana.
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations said the engagement reflects its commitment to inclusive consultation, transparency and evidence-based policymaking as the country accelerates efforts to build a secure and resilient digital economy.
The proposed bills are expected to play a critical role in shaping Ghana’s digital future by strengthening regulatory oversight, protecting data and enhancing cybersecurity measures while creating an enabling environment for innovation and technological advancement.
