The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued licenses to 18 service Providers, accredited 7 establishments and certified 69 professionals (CPs) in a ceremony held on September 12, 2024.
This milestone marks a significant step towards enhancing Ghana’s digital security and resilience.
In a speech read on behalf of the Director-General of CSA, Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, the Head of National Computer Emergency Response emphasized the Authority’s commitment to regulating cybersecurity activities under the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038).
He highlighted the importance of licensing and accreditation in ensuring that CSPs, CEs, and CPs operate with utmost good faith and comply with applicable laws.
The CSA has registered 252 CSPs, 65 CEs, and 1,451 CPs, with many more at various stages of the application process.
The Authority cautioned that, registering for a license or accreditation is only the first step and urged registrants to ensure they meet all requirements and complete the application forms.
The ceremony also served as a reminder that providing cybersecurity services without a license or performing cybersecurity-related professional functions without accreditation is a contravention of Act 1038, and defaulters will face appropriate sanctions.
The CSA is working with stakeholders to ensure compliance with guidelines pursuant to Act 1038 and has commenced the process of establishing an Industry Forum to shape policy and regulatory activities.
The Authority congratulated all recipients and urged them to actively participate in the upcoming National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2024, which aims to educate the public, reinforce best practices, and advance Ghana’s resilience against cyber threats.
This achievement reaffirms the CSA’s dedication to building a digitally resilient Ghana and demonstrates the commitment of CSPs, CEs, and CPs to Ghana’s cybersecurity development.
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