The National Communications Authority (NCA), under the auspices of the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations (MoCDTI) and in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), marked World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) 2025 under the theme “Gender Equality in Digital Transformation.”
Delivering the keynote address, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, Minister for MoCDTI, highlighted the alignment of the theme with Sustainable Development Goal 5 and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to gender-inclusive digital policies. He emphasized that the Girls in ICT Programme is a strategic national initiative aimed at equipping girls with STEM skills, not a charitable gesture.
On data affordability, the Minister announced that the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has been commissioned to conduct an independent study on tariffs to guide policy decisions and ensure a reduction in data prices by year-end.
Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for MoGCSP, also pledged continued efforts to promote digital rights and empowerment for women and girls.
Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko, Acting Director General of the NCA, underscored the government’s commitment to a digitally inclusive Ghana. He announced enhanced consumer protection efforts, including improved service monitoring, billing verification, complaints management, and device regulation.
Reading a message on behalf of the ITU Secretary-General, Mr. Suleman Salifu, Deputy Director General (Technical Operations) at the NCA, stressed the urgency of closing the digital skills and access gap for women and girls globally.
UNESCO Representative Edmond Moukala, speaking on behalf of the UN Secretary-General, stated that gender disparities in the digital space have real consequences, hampering innovation and sustainable development.
The event featured a panel discussion moderated by Mrs. Etta Mosore, NCA’s Deputy Director General (Managerial Operations), with notable all-female speakers including Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai (CEO of Telecel Ghana), Estelle Akofio-Sowah (CSquared), and Vera Karikari Bediako (MoGCSP).
The celebration concluded with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by Hon. Samuel George, supported by the Ghana Army.
Source: National Communications Authority (NCA)
