The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has inaugurated an 11-member facilitator body for the Cybersecurity Industry Forum with a call on them to actively participate in the review of the Cybersecurity Act 2020 (ACT 1038).
He said, that would ensure industry perspectives were reflected in the reforms of the ACT 1038.
The work of the facilitator body is enshrined in section 81(2) of the ACT 1038, with the mandate of leading the strategic direction of the industry forum, setting priorities, and ensuring that the objectives align with national cybersecurity goals.
The industry forum, on the other hand, is a platform that periodically brings the industry together to discuss matters of common interest to the industry.
Prior to the inauguration, the work of a facilitating committee charged with developing a code for the industry and a constitution for the forum was dissolved.
Significance
The sector minster stressed the role of the private sector as a strategic partner of the authority in shaping a secured digital environment.
“You, as members of the first facilitator body are expected to lead by example and commit to building a strong foundation for the forum,” he said.
Mr George said that public-private partnerships was also crucial in enhancing the country’s cybersecurity resilience, adding “initiatives that ensure collaboration among diverse stakeholders are essential in addressing the complexities posed by cyber threats.”
The minister encouraged members to draw insights from countries such as the US, the UK, and Singapore, which had successfully established similar forums, adding that “these countries provide valuable lessons that can enhance our efforts here in Ghana”.
The acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority, Divine Selase Agbeti, expressed gratitude to the facilitating committee for laying a credible foundation for the industry forum.
He called on all stakeholders to recommit themselves to the shared mission of building a safe, secure, and resilient digital nation.
“Cybersecurity is a collective responsibility, and our work today will shape the nation’s digital future for years to come,” Mr Agbe said.
Source:
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