The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has raised alarm over the rising incidence of cybercrime in Ghana, warning that the trend poses serious risks to online safety and national security.
Reported cases surged from 1,317 in the first half of 2024 to 2,008 during the same period in 2025, highlighting the growing scale of the threat.
CSA data shows that the most common forms of cybercrime were online fraud (36%), cyberbullying (25%), and online blackmail (14%). Financial losses increased by 17% year-on-year, amounting to GH₵14.94 million. Online fraud and impersonation alone accounted for more than 90% of the losses.
Speaking at the launch of the 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Month on Wednesday, September 3, CSA Director-General, Divine Selasi Agbeti, underscored the urgent need to strengthen online safety as Ghana accelerates its digitalisation agenda.
“Concerns over data security and online privacy are growing, which in turn breeds distrust and undermines national security efforts. This year’s awareness month will address these concerns and promote the ethical use of technology,” he said.
This year’s campaign is themed: “Building a Safe, Informed, and Accountable Digital Space.”
Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, also called for stronger government investment in cybersecurity infrastructure, legislation, and law enforcement capacity.
“The pace of technology demands sustained development. I call on the private sector to strengthen its defenses and report cases promptly. Silence empowers criminals, but collaboration helps us all,” she emphasized.
