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Ghana's Slow Response Risks Becoming Cybercrime Haven

4/18/2025

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Ghana's Cybercrime Response

Ghana is under fire for its sluggish response to notorious cybercrime syndicates, even as law enforcement knows their whereabouts. Diplomatic Consultant Farouk Al-Wahab pointed to bureaucratic delays hindering effective action. He cautioned that without urgent measures, Ghana could become a sanctuary for cybercriminals, jeopardizing global trust and safety.

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Zambia's Cybersecurity Concerns

Zambia's upcoming Cyber Security Act, set to take effect on April 8, 2025, grants the government sweeping powers to monitor electronic communications, igniting fears over privacy. The U.S. Embassy cautions travelers to consider the law's implications, which, while intended to tackle online fraud and disinformation, risks stifling free expression due to its ambiguous terms.

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Ghana's Cybercrime Response

Ghana is under fire for its sluggish response to notorious cybercrime syndicates, even as law enforcement knows their whereabouts. Diplomatic Consultant Farouk Al-Wahab pointed to bureaucratic delays hindering effective action. He cautioned that without urgent measures, Ghana could become a sanctuary for cybercriminals, jeopardizing global trust and safety.

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