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24.3 Million Ghanaians now online – Sam George discloses
The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has disclosed that 24.3 million Ghanaians are currently online, representing an internet penetration rate of 70 percent.
He made this known on Wednesday at the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) auditorium in Accra during the media launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), which is being held under the theme “Building a Safe, Informed, and Accountable Digital Space.”
The Minister further revealed that social media adoption in Ghana has risen to 7.95 million active accounts, representing 22.9 percent of the population and placing the country 15th globally in social media presence.
Mr George explained that while the increase in internet use creates opportunities for education, business and innovation, it also exposes citizens to risks such as online fraud, blackmail and unauthorised access.
He urged Ghanaians to protect themselves online and encouraged institutions and the media to play an active role in promoting responsible use of digital platforms.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Police have arrested two suspects, including the alleged gang leader, in connection with the robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea football team that resulted in the death of one of the players.
According to a Police update, the arrests were made after intelligence-led operations by security personnel.
One of the suspects sustained gunshot wounds during an exchange of fire with the police.
He has since been taken to a hospital where he is receiving medical treatment, while the other suspect remains in police custody assisting with investigations.
The Police indicated that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang linked to the attack.
They assured the public that more details will be provided as investigations progress.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Brazzaville to attend the investiture ceremony of Denis Sassou N’Guesso.
The ceremony follows the re-election of President Sassou N’Guesso for another five year term as leader of the Republic of the Congo.
President Mahama travelled to Brazzaville shortly after launching his Free Primary Healthcare Programme in Dodowa.
He is expected to return to Accra after the ceremony scheduled for Thursday morning.
By: Jacob Aggrey
