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Strengthening Digital Defenses: Ghana’s Urgent Battle Against Rising Cybercrime

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Ghana’s digital economy faces escalating cyber threats, with reported cybercrime cases tripling between 2020 and 2021. The government has introduced the Cybersecurity Act and established the Cyber Security Authority to combat these challenges. Despite progress, awareness remains low, especially among SMEs, necessitating enhanced public education and collaboration between sectors for a resilient cybersecurity framework.

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Empowering Ghana’s Youth Through Digital Learning

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The Digital Learning Initiative Coding Club, launched by IIPGH and Swisscontact at Gbegbeyise Basic School, aims to equip students with coding skills while empowering teachers. The pilot included engaging sessions, a competition, and successful training for educators. The program’s expansion to more schools in 2025 will enhance digital literacy across Ghana.

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Election 2024: Using Technology to Curb Political Disinformation and Misinformation on Social Media

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As Ghana approaches its 2024 general elections, the rise of political disinformation and misinformation, particularly on social media, poses significant threats to electoral integrity. To combat these issues, technology like AI, blockchain, and social media monitoring, alongside public education and legislative measures, are essential for ensuring fair elections.

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Data Protection and Privacy in Elections: The Ghanaian Context

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The article discusses the significance of data protection and privacy in Ghana’s electoral processes, highlighting the risks posed by digital technologies. It emphasizes the need for robust legal frameworks, public awareness, cybersecurity measures, and ethical data use by political parties. Ensuring data integrity is crucial for free, fair elections in Ghana.

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Election 2024 – Political Micro-Targeting and Privacy Issues: The Case of Ghana

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The 2024 elections in Ghana will see the rise of political micro-targeting, leveraging personal data to influence voter behavior. While effective for campaigns, it raises privacy concerns, including lack of transparency, data security risks, manipulation, and unequal political representation. Strengthening data protection laws and promoting ethical practices are essential for safeguarding voter rights.

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The Socio-Technical Challenges Threatening Cybersecurity in a Digital World

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The article emphasizes the critical role of human behavior in cybersecurity across various sectors as they undergo digital transformation. It identifies seven levels of cybersecurity, highlighting socio-technical challenges like employee compliance, awareness, and organizational culture. A holistic approach, blending technology and education, is essential for effective cybersecurity, particularly in Ghana’s development.

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The Sherrif Security Indicator v5.24

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The Sherrif Security Indicator (TSSI) survey, conducted to highlight cybersecurity concerns among Ghanaians, revealed that financial obligations and personal safety are the top worries for respondents. Mobile money fraud is perceived as the least concern. This year’s responses increased by 341%, reflecting consistent trends over past surveys.

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