She warned that enforcement efforts will likely continue to face limitations until the necessary amendments to the Data Protection Act are enacted. Patricia Adusei-Poku noted that many companies remain unclear about their obligations, leading to unintentional violations or delays in implementing proper data protection measures. Global data protection expert Patricia Adusei-Poku outlines key projects she is leading“When the ecosystem is well-informed, enforcement becomes meaningful. Organisations must review their data systems proactively, not just react to penalties,” Patricia Adusei-Poku noted. The Data Protection Commission has stated that 2026 will be a decisive year for enforcing Ghana’s data protection laws, warning that institutions that fail to comply will face sanctions.

Source: GhanaWeb February 06, 2026 15:24 UTC