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What is on the books and what is moving in Ghana across data governance, fintech and payments, cybersecurity, e-commerce, competition and digital taxation. Updated continuously from regulator sites, ministries and other official, verifiable sources.
Update · 28 Aug 2026
The Bank of Ghana inaugurated the Virtual Assets Coordinating Committee (VACC) on 25 August 2026 to support coordinated implementation of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154) . The…
Digital Infrastructure · In Force
The National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2523)
The National Identity Register (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2523), significantly strengthens the protocols for identity verification in Ghana by mandatin…
Data Governance · In Force
Ghana Data Protection Act 2012 (Act 843)
Comprehensive data protection statute administered by the Data Protection Commission.
Fintech & Payments · In Force
Ghana Payment Systems and Services Act 2019 (Act 987)
Licensing of dedicated electronic money issuers and payment service providers.
Emerging Technology · Draft
Ghana National AI Strategy
Draft strategy under consultation by Ministry of Communications.
E-commerce & Platforms · In Force
Ghana Electronic Transactions Act 2008 (Act 772)
Recognises electronic records, signatures and online consumer protection.
Consumer Protection · Draft
Ghana Consumer Protection Bill 2022
Draft consumer protection bill including online marketplaces.
Digital Health · In Force
Ghana eHealth Strategy
Ministry of Health framework for digital health interoperability.
Fintech & Payments · In Force
Ghana Payment Systems and Services Act 2019
Regulates electronic money issuers and payment service providers.
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