The Deputy Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, revealed that Ghana faced 3,876 cyber security incidents from January to July 2026. Online fraud constituted about 47% of these cases. This disclosure was made at the launch of the 2026 National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, themed “Securing Ghana’s Digital Financial Ecosystem: Building Trust, Collaboration and Cyber Resilience,” held on October 1, 2026.
According to Mr. Sukparu, the figures from the Cyber Security Authority highlight the growing cyber threat in Ghana as the reliance on mobile money, digital banking, fintech platforms, and other online services increases. The growing dependence on digital financial services necessitates stronger measures to safeguard citizens, businesses, and institutions from cybercrime.
Mr. Sukparu emphasized that cyber resilience should focus not only on preventing attacks but also on the speed at which institutions can detect, contain, and recover from cyber incidents. He advocated for enhanced collaboration among banks, telecommunications companies, fintech firms, regulators, and law enforcement agencies to prevent the spread of cyber threats.
The Deputy Minister urged citizens to protect their digital credentials, verify payment requests, and promptly report suspected fraud. He stressed that digital and financial literacy are crucial in strengthening cyber security, especially as households and businesses increasingly depend on online services.
Mr. Sukparu noted that the Cybersecurity Act, 2022, and the national cyber security framework provide vital support for Ghana’s response to cyber threats. The Ministry remains committed to developing cyber security skills, creating employment opportunities, entrepreneurship, and national development.
The launch of the National Cybersecurity Awareness Month aims to promote cyber security awareness and education across the country. Mr. Sukparu called on all stakeholders to prioritize cyber security as Ghana works to build a safer and more trusted digital financial ecosystem.
The Deputy Minister encouraged stakeholders to work together to mitigate cyber threats, emphasizing that timely and responsible disclosure of fraud, scams, or suspicious transactions can help prevent the spread of threats.
Key points
- Online fraud accounts for 47% of the 3,876 cyber security incidents recorded in Ghana between January and July 2026.
- The Deputy Minister of Communication called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to prevent cyber threats from spreading.
- The Ministry remains committed to developing cyber security skills and creating opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and national development.
