MTG I.T Center for Excellence

01/04/2026

If an organization collects your personal data, you have the legal right to ask questions — and demand correction or deletion if it’s misused. Know your rights under Act 843.

17/03/2026

Just because data can be collected doesn’t mean it should be. Processing information only when it is essential reduces exposure, strengthens privacy, and limits liability. Data hoarding creates unnecessary risk and increases the impact of breaches. Smart organizations practice data minimization to protect people, systems, and long-term trust in the digital ecosystem.

09/03/2026

Under Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), sensitive personal data—such as health records and biometric information—requires extra protection and stricter handling.

03/03/2026

Awareness & Urgency

Data protection isn’t just an IT issue.

Every employee handling personal data represents your organization’s legal responsibility.

One weak link can create serious consequences.

Stay compliant. Stay protected.

26/02/2026

You'll be held accountable Under Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), your organization is still responsible for personal data — even when a third party processes it on your behalf.

Outsourcing doesn’t remove accountability.
Compliance is not optional.

25/02/2026

25/02/2026

Under Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), your organization is still responsible for personal data — even when a third party processes it on your behalf.

Outsourcing doesn’t remove accountability.
Compliance is not optional.

24/02/2026

Did you know? Ghana’s Data Protection Act (Act 843) promotes transparency and accountability in how organizations collect, process, and store personal data.
Trust begins with responsible data handling.

23/02/2026

Firewalls. Policies. Access controls. Staff training.
Data controllers must apply both technical and organizational safeguards to secure personal information.

20/02/2026

Did you know? If your privacy rights are violated, you can lodge a complaint with Ghana’s Data Protection Commission under Act 843.
Know your rights. Use your voice.

19/02/2026

Did you know? Under Ghana’s Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), personal data cannot be processed without consent—unless the law permits it.

18/02/2026

Section 18 of the Data protection ACT of Ghana that citizens do not know and pay attention to.