Data Protection Commission Ghana

Data Protection Commission Ghana Protecting the Privacy of individuals by regulating the process of processing personal data in Ghana.

The Data Protection Commission (DPC) is an independent statutory body established under the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) to protect the privacy of the individual and personal data by regulating the processing of personal information. The Commission provides for the process to obtain, hold, use or disclose personal information and for other related issues bordering on the protection of pers

onal data. The Commission is given several powers under the Act including the power to acquire property under the State Property and Contracts Act, 1960 (C.A.6) or the State Lands Act, 1962 (Act 125). On the coming into force of the Act in October 2012, the Ministry of Communications (MoC) inaugurated its governing body in November 2012. The Commission has since been working assiduously to ensure implementation of the Act. OUR VISION

To be recognised by all stakeholders as an independent, efficient and effective data protection regulator in the country and Africa. OUR GOALS

Establish an independent, operational and sustainable Data Protection Commission;
To make Ghana the leading example for Data Protection in Africa;
Increase the number of data protection responsive organisations who collect and use personal information, and
Increase individuals’ awareness of data protection rights and empower them to assert their data protection rights.

02/06/2026

Did you know? You have the legal right to object to, complain about, and report any misuse of your personal information.


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Today we celebrate Africa’s unity, diversity, and shared vision for growth and progress. Together, we build a brighter future for our continent.

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Are you an individual or is your organisation involved in collecting, using, storing, or otherwise processing personal data?

Section 27 of the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) requires all persons and organisations that process personal data in the course of their operations to register with the Data Protection Commission (DPC).

Registration ensures lawful data processing, protects the privacy of individuals, and promotes public trust.
Compliance begins with registration. Data protection is a shared legal responsibility.

10/05/2026

Address

Information Services Department, 3rd Floor/Adabraka. Digital Address/GA-076-8230
Accra
00233

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+233256301533

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