Atsu Adali-Mortty and Adetokunbo Omotosho
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cybervergent Ghana, Adetokunbo Omotosho, has called for strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure to build trust among citizens, businesses, and investors.
He emphasised the importance of a reliable and secure digital environment to enable full participation in the digital economy.
According to him, West Africa’s leading economies, such as Ghana, must prioritise strengthening their digital infrastructure to create a foundation of trust.
Omotosho stated that investing in advanced technologies, improving internet accessibility, and ensuring the resilience of critical systems against potential threats are essential steps in this process.
He explained that, there is the need to build and sustain digital trust has become more critical as Ghana progresses in its digital transformation journey.
The group CEO of Cybervergent Ghana, one of Africa’s leading tech companies with automated compliance solutions, providing digital trust technology solutions, shared key insights on how the continent can strengthen its digital ecosystem to foster digital trust among citizens, businesses, and investors.
“A reliable and secure digital environment is essential for citizens and businesses to fully embrace online platforms and gain the benefits of digital transformation,” myjoyonline.com quoted him to have said in an interview on February 21, 2025.
“This includes investing in advanced technologies, improving internet accessibility, and ensuring the resilience of critical systems against potential threats,” he added.
Atsu Adali-Mortty, Country Manager of Cybervergent Ghana, highlighted several challenges impacting digital trust in Ghana, including data breaches, online fraud, and limited public awareness of safe digital practices.
“Addressing these issues enhances confidence and fosters the growth of our digital economy,” he explained.
He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between public and private sectors to combat cyber threats effectively.
“Public awareness is a cornerstone of building digital trust and when citizens understand how to protect themselves online, they are more likely to engage confidently in digital activities,” Omotosho stated.
He called for strategic media engagements and educational programs to equip Ghanaians with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the digital space safely.
He added that Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in Ghana’s economy but often lack the resources to secure their online operations.
The Cybervergent team recommended practical measures such as adopting secure payment systems, regularly updating software, and training staff on best practices.
“By protecting their digital assets, SMEs can build trust with customers and partners,” Adali-Mortty added.
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