{
  "id": 1496131,
  "title": "CSA urges Ghanaians to report cyber threats",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/csa-urges-ghanaians-to-report-cyber-threats",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-17T14:08:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/csa-urges-ghanaians-to-report-cyber-threats/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) of Ghana has called upon citizens to play an active role in safeguarding their online security by promptly reporting any suspicious cyber activities. During a National Community Media Cybersecurity Capacity Building Programme, Alex Awere-Kyere, from the Critical Information Infrastructure Directorate, emphasized that cybercrime has transcended individual incidents of mobile money fraud to now target vital economic sectors such as banking, mining, energy, water systems, and government institutions. He stressed that the escalating complexity of cyber threats necessitates immediate action from both individuals and businesses upon encountering any dubious online activity. Mr. Awere-Kyere advised against waiting until one falls victim to cybercrime before reaching out to the CSA. \"Even before you press that button or transfer any funds, get in touch with us. We will conduct the necessary investigation and provide guidance to prevent you from making a decision that could exacerbate your problems,\" he urged. The public can submit reports of suspected cyber incidents through the CSA's 292 call center, where cybersecurity experts gather details about the incident and advise victims on subsequent actions. Upon receiving a report, the CSA may request evidence like screenshots and other pertinent information before collaborating with relevant security agencies to tackle the issue. Additionally, Mr. Awere-Kyere highlighted Ghana's establishment of a coordinated response mechanism to cybersecurity incidents, including the Joint Cybersecurity Committee formed under Section 13 of the Cybersecurity Act. This committee comprises crucial entities such as the CSA, Bank of Ghana, National Communications Authority, Ghana Armed Forces, and the Criminal Investigations Department. He stressed that this collaborative approach ensures a unified national response to cybersecurity incidents rather than isolated efforts by individual organizations. The CSA also urged the public to refrain from making prank calls to the 292 cybersecurity hotline, explaining that while personnel are trained to verify the authenticity of reports, prank calls waste valuable resources and could delay assistance for genuine victims. \"When pranksters call, they consume limited state resources that could otherwise be used to help real victims,\" he cautioned. He concluded by reiterating the CSA's commitment to cooperating with other national security institutions to mitigate cyber-related threats and protect Ghana's critical information infrastructure.",
  "summary": "The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has urged Ghanaians to adopt a proactive approach to online safety by reporting suspected cyber threats before they result in financial or other losses. Speaking at a National Community Media Cybersecurity Capacity Building Programme, Alex Awere-Kyere, of the Critical Information Infrastructure Directorate of the Cyber Security Authority, said cybercrime has […]",
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "CSA urges Ghanaians to report cyber threats",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/csa-urges-ghanaians-to-report-cyber-threats-1497419",
        "published": "2026-08-17T14:08:55.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}