Ghana’s digital transformation agenda must be anchored in trust, cybersecurity, responsible innovation and resilient digital infrastructure to ensure technology delivers sustainable economic and social benefits, Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mohammed Adam Sukparu, has said.
He noted that technology must become a key driver of economic growth, public service delivery, innovation and national development, while government would continue to create an enabling environment for investment, competition and innovation in the digital economy.
Mr Sukparu made the remarks in Accra when he addressed participants at the 2026 National ICT Week.
He said the government was pursuing reforms to build a transparent, automated, interoperable and scalable digital ecosystem capable of creating opportunities for citizens and businesses.
According to him, the Ministry would continue reviewing and developing legislation covering competition, digital services, data governance and emerging technologies.
“Our regulatory approach seeks to provide the certainty required for innovation and investment while safeguarding the public interest and strengthening confidence in Ghana’s digital economy,” he said.
Strengthening digital government
Mr Sukparu said government services must be delivered promptly, securely and efficiently, adding that proper management of digital systems could improve public-sector efficiency and reduce costs.
He said shared digital platforms and resilient infrastructure would enable government to maximise the impact of public investment while supporting the delivery of essential services.
The Ministry, he added, would provide strategic policy and regulatory direction while working with relevant institutions to translate government policy into effective governance frameworks, technical architecture, standards, infrastructure and implementation support.
He said improving Ghana’s digital government ecosystem remained a key priority.
Cybersecurity and data protection
The Deputy Minister emphasised that the expansion of digital services, artificial intelligence and data-driven systems required stronger safeguards to protect citizens and maintain public confidence.
He said government would prioritise strengthening cybersecurity capacity, improving institutional coordination and protecting personal data.
“Digital transformation must be underpinned by trust, security and responsible innovation,” Mr Sukparu said.
He added that innovation must be supported by strong governance frameworks that protect privacy, promote accountability and ensure the responsible use of emerging technologies.
Linking research to economic opportunities
Mr Sukparu also called for stronger links between research, innovation and enterprise development.
He said universities, research institutions, technology companies and entrepreneurs had the capacity to develop solutions capable of creating significant economic and social value.
He said the government’s responsibility was to strengthen the pathway from research to innovation, from innovation to viable enterprises, and from enterprises to job creation, increased productivity and economic growth.
The Ministry, he said, would continue engaging industry, academia, innovators and technology communities to promote responsible experimentation, commercialisation and adoption of innovative solutions.
Call for collaboration
Mr Sukparu described National ICT Week 2026 as an important platform for bringing together educators, businesses, innovators, researchers and technology professionals to exchange ideas, attract investment and shape the future of Ghana’s digital economy.
He commended the board, management and staff of the organisers for convening the event and urged participants to use the platform to build partnerships and identify practical solutions to accelerate digital transformation.
He said Ghana was entering a more demanding phase of its digital transformation, with the foundations established today determining the country’s ability to benefit from future technologies and services.
He therefore called for sustained investment in digital infrastructure, human capital and capable institutions, alongside policies that encourage innovation.
“Our ambition is to build a digital environment that is efficient, secure, interoperable and innovative, and that contributes meaningfully to national development,” he said.
