Ghana’s Data Protection Commission Executive Director engages Türkiye’s Ambassador to Ghana

The Data Protection Commission of Ghana has taken a significant step toward international cooperation on digital governance following a high-level meeting with Türkiye’s Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Hüseyin Güngör. The discussions, led by Dr. Arnold Kavaarpuo, Executive Director of Ghana’s Data Protection Commission, centered on strengthening bilateral collaboration in data privacy, artificial intelligence governance, and cross-border data flows. 

The dialogue addressed urgent global challenges posed by digital platforms, particularly their influence on public discourse, economic activity, and individual privacy. Dr. Kavaarpuo emphasized the need for robust regulatory frameworks to counter risks such as automated profiling, opaque algorithms, and unchecked data exploitation. “As digital interactions dominate daily life, protecting citizens’ data rights requires proactive, cross-border cooperation,” he stated. 

Ambassador Güngör, leveraging his expertise from leading Türkiye’s digital diplomacy initiatives, highlighted the shared responsibility of nations to uphold ethical standards in emerging technologies. The meeting explored mechanisms to enhance transparency, accountability, and user control over personal data, aligning with principles advocated by the Global Privacy Assembly (GPA). 

The partnership also reflects the deepening economic ties between Ghana and Türkiye, which saw over US$173 million in Turkish investments in 2023. By integrating data protection into this relationship, both countries aim to foster trust in digital trade and innovation. 

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye