Digital Africa post the pandemic: Ghana report, part of the ongoing After Access series examining digital access and use across the continent. Drawing on nationally representative data collected in 2022 and comparing it with the 2012 and 2018 surveys, the report analyses the state of ICT development and digital inequality in Ghana through both supply- and demand-side perspectives.
The findings show that Ghana has made notable progress in internet access, digital literacy, gender inclusion, and financial participation through mobile money. However, significant challenges remain in extending high-speed connectivity, updating outdated ICT policies, and strengthening data protection and cybersecurity frameworks. The report also highlights persistent disparities between urban and rural areas, and between men and women, in access to devices, internet use, and participation in digital opportunities.
To address these challenges, the report recommends updating the ICT for Accelerated Development (ICT4AD) and National Telecommunications (NTP) policies, expanding broadband infrastructure, improving digital literacy and skills, and finalising the Digital Economy Policy to provide a coherent framework for Ghana’s digital transformation. These measures are essential for ensuring that all Ghanaians can participate meaningfully in the country’s growing digital economy.
