NOTICE: Extension of Public Consultations on Three Draft Legislative Instruments
NOTICE: Extension of Public Consultations on Three Draft Legislative Instruments
October 24, 2024 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) wishes to inform all stakeholders and the general public that the ongoing public consultations on the following draft instruments have been extended to Friday, 14th November, 2025:
- National Communications Authority Bill, 2025
- Electronic Communications Bill, 2025
- Number Registration Regulations, 2025
These draft instruments aim to strengthen Ghana’s communications and digital regulatory framework in line with technological advancements, global best practices, and national digital transformation objectives. Details of each are provided below.
1. National Communications Authority Bill, 2025
The National Communications Authority (NCA) intends to introduce the National Communications Authority Bill, 2025 to repeal and replace the existing National Communications Authority Act, 2008 (Act 769).
The purpose of this Bill is to:
- Strengthen and modernise the regulatory and institutional framework for the effective administration, independence, and accountability of Ghana’s communications sector;
- Ensure transparency, efficiency, and best regulatory practices in the management of communications networks, services, and resources;
- Clarify and update the statutory functions, powers, and governance structures of the Authority;
- Align the operations of the Authority with emerging trends in digitalisation, technological innovation, and international best practice; and
- Enhance coordination between the Authority, Government, and other sectoral regulators to ensure policy coherence and efficient regulation of the communications ecosystem.
Pursuant to Section 27 of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775), Section 5(h) of the National Communications Authority Act, 2008 (Act 769), and Section 4.1 of the National Telecommunications Policy 2005 (NTP’05), the Authority invites views and comments from licensed service providers, industry stakeholders, civil society organisations, consumers, and the general public on the National Communications Authority Bill, 2025.
2. Electronic Communications Bill, 2025
The NCA also intends to introduce the Electronic Communications Bill, 2025 to repeal and replace the existing Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775).
The purpose of this Bill is to:
- Modernise and consolidate the legal and regulatory framework governing the provision of electronic communications, broadcasting, and related digital services;
- Promote fair competition, innovation, and investment in Ghana’s communications and digital ecosystem;
- Strengthen the Authority’s regulatory powers and processes for spectrum management, licensing, interconnection, and infrastructure sharing;
- Enhance and promote consumer protection, data privacy, cybersecurity resilience, and universal access to communications services; and
- Ensure alignment with emerging technologies, international best practices, and national digital transformation objectives.
Pursuant to Section 27 of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775), Section 5(h) of the National Communications Authority Act, 2008 (Act 769), and Section 4.1 of the National Telecommunications Policy 2005 (NTP’05), the Authority invites comments from all relevant stakeholders and the general public on the Electronic Communications Bill, 2025.
3. Number Registration Regulations, 2025
The NCA intends to introduce the Number Registration Regulations, 2025 to repeal and replace the existing Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Regulations, 2011 (L.I. 2006).
The purpose of these Regulations is to:
- Strengthen the legal and institutional framework for number registration in Ghana;
- Enhance data governance, consumer protection, and institutional coordination in the management of subscriber information;
- Establish robust standards for identity verification, authentication, and lawful processing of registration data;
- Promote inclusion and accessibility in number registration for all persons, including underserved and marginalised groups; and
- Ensure the integrity, security, and accountability of national numbering resources and registration databases.
Pursuant to Section 27 of the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775), Section 5(h) of the National Communications Authority Act, 2008 (Act 769), and Section 4.1 of the National Telecommunications Policy 2005 (NTP’05), the Authority invites written submissions on the Number Registration Regulations, 2025.
Stakeholders are encouraged to submit their comments electronically to info@nca.org.gh before the new deadline.
