Ghana’s New SIM Registration Overhaul Underway With Startup Bill Expected to Pass By End of 2025
- Ghana's SIM registration system is being overhauled for the first time since 2010 to combat cybercrime and improve telecom regulations.
- The National Communications Authority is implementing a three-phase plan that includes biometric validation and stricter controls on new SIM activations.
- Recent operations by Ghana’s Cybersecurity Authority resulted in over 400 arrests related to cybercrime.
Ghana's commitment to digital transformation through the SIM registration overhaul and the Startups Bill is commendable and essential for addressing current challenges in cybercrime and fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. However, the success of these initiatives will depend on effective implementation and continuous engagement with stakeholders to ensure that the benefits reach all segments of society.
