NITA appoints Anthony Owusu-Ansah as Acting Deputy Director-General

The National Information Technology Agency (NITA) has named Anthony Owusu-Ansah as Acting Deputy Director-General to bolster the agency's leadership during its efforts to expedite Ghana's digital transformation and enhance public digital services delivery. This appointment is part of NITA's strategy to fortify its leadership team as the country intensifies its digitalization initiatives, which encompass improving access to government services, expanding digital infrastructure, and positioning Ghana as a technology and innovation hub in West Africa.

NITA, a state agency tasked with regulating information technology activities, establishing IT standards, and promoting digital technology adoption across the public sector, has appointed Owusu-Ansah for his expertise in technology entrepreneurship, digital service delivery, and business management. Prior to joining NITA, Owusu-Ansah founded ShaQ Express, a logistics company utilizing technology and physical delivery methods across the nation, and ShaQApp, a digital solutions provider.

He also established Vacancies Limited, which includes an electronic learning platform. Owusu-Ansah's corporate career includes stints at Vodafone Ghana, Millicom Ghana (Tigo), now AirtelTigo, Nestle Ghana, and Enterprise Group, where he held various positions in business development, sales, marketing, and management. In addition to his corporate background, he has been involved in education and entrepreneurship development, serving on the Governing Council of Cape Coast Technical University and mentoring young entrepreneurs through UNICEF StartUp Lab.

Owusu-Ansah holds a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration and Management, a Bachelor of Science in Physics, a certificate in Leadership Principles from Harvard Business School Online, and graduated from Mfantsipim School. His academic qualifications, coupled with his extensive experience in technology, digital enterprise development, and corporate leadership, make him well-suited to support NITA's mission of enhancing information technology governance, promoting digital inclusion, and accelerating Ghana's transition to a modern digital economy.