A Decade of Ghana’s Act 843: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Introduction This year marks the 10th anniversary of the inception of Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843). The Act
Introduction This year marks the 10th anniversary of the inception of Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843). The Act
Unemployment is a Big Issue It is now clear that unemployment is a national security issue and must be given
January 28 every year is celebrated as International Data Privacy Day – an international effort to create an awareness of
Ghana cannot be left behind in the comity of nations, especially as the digital economy is set to replace the traditional economy. Leveraging on the internet is a driver for economic growth and development, bridging the already inequality in our society.
We must bear in mind that every technology has a cost, as such importing innovative technologies, in the long run, is akin to the already existing trend of importing finished products by developing economies.
Beyond the application of new technologies, the digitalization of an organization requires important cultural changes and ways of doing. Digital transformation requires general management to be aligned because it is not an isolated challenge in one division or another, it is a challenge for the entire business setup or organization.
Corporate, Civil Society organizations and government agencies are invited to collaborate with the Institute, and its partner Code for Afrika, to promote coding in communities (both urban and rural) across the country, to drive the message of ICT practical skills development for young people.