The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has proposed a 25-year jail term for anyone who shares intimate images of minors online.
Acting Director-General of the Authority, Mr. Divine Selase Agbeti stated that the CSA through the initiative seeks to protect young people from online abuse.
”The Cyber Security Authority is implementing child online protection provisions to shield young people from abuse, exploitation and harassment,” he said this during a quiz competition organized by the CSA and C-Quansah foundation as part of Africa Safer Internet Day 2026 celebrations.
He highlighted that such offences according to the law are punishable, referencing Section 62 – 66 (ACT 10,38).
”Offences such as cyberstalking, sexual extortion, online bullying, and non- consensual sharing intimate images are serious crimes under the Section 62 – 66 of (Act 10,38) punishable by up to 25 years in prison,” he pointed out.
He further emphasized that, Ghana will not allow criminals to turn the digital environment into a hunting ground for the children, adding that offenders will be found and prosecuted.
Mr. Agbeti called for widespread advocacy in senior high schools, warning that thousands of students are at risk of falling victim to cybercrimes.
Source: Christabel Opare
