Leadership
Recognising boards, executives and professionals making cybersecurity a strategic priority.
↗Second edition 27 November 2026 • Accra, Ghana
Securing Ghana’s
Digital Future.
Celebrating the organisations, institutions and leaders advancing cybersecurity, digital resilience, data protection and public trust in the AI economy.
Date27 November 2026
VenueAccra Marriott Hotel
ThemeLeadership • Resilience • Trust
Presented asA specialised programme of NTCA 2026
About the programme
Recognition with
purpose and proof.
The 2nd Digital Future Cybersecurity & Digital Trust Awards is an industry-recognition and executive-engagement programme spotlighting measurable contributions to Ghana’s cybersecurity and digital-trust ecosystem.
Powered by The Technology Boardroom, the programme brings together government, business, technology, finance, telecommunications and academia to recognise excellence and advance secure, responsible digital transformation.
Discover our mission →What we champion
Four foundations of a trusted digital economy.
Resilience
Celebrating initiatives that protect organisations, infrastructure and essential services.
↗Trust
Advancing privacy, responsible data practices, digital identity and citizen protection.
↗Innovation
Showcasing effective solutions—including responsible AI—that deliver measurable value.
↗Executive programme
The conversations shaping cyber resilience.
Focused dialogue for the people responsible for protecting Ghana’s expanding digital economy.
Cybersecurity in the Boardroom
Governance, accountability and enterprise resilience.
Securing Ghana’s AI-Powered Economy
Responsible adoption, emerging risks and effective governance.
Protecting Critical Digital Infrastructure
Resilience across finance, telecoms, energy and public services.
Data Protection, Privacy & Digital Trust
Building confidence through responsible data practices.
The Future of Digital Identity
Trusted identity for verification, services and access.
Building Ghana’s Cybersecurity Workforce
Developing the talent required for the digital economy.
2026 award categories
Honouring the people and institutions building trust.
Recognition is evidence-led, merit-based and focused on demonstrated leadership, implementation and measurable impact—not popularity.
Start your nomination ↗01
Cybersecurity Organisation of the Year
02
Cybersecurity Company of the Year
03
Cybersecurity Innovation of the Year
04
Emerging Cybersecurity Company of the Year
05
Digital Trust Initiative of the Year
06
Data Protection and Privacy Excellence Award
07
Digital Identity Innovation of the Year
08
Financial-Sector Cybersecurity Excellence Award
09
Telecommunications Cybersecurity Excellence Award
10
Public-Sector Cybersecurity Excellence Award
11
Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Award
12
Digital Resilience Organisation of the Year
13
Cloud Security Initiative of the Year
14
Responsible AI Security Leadership Award
15
Cybersecurity Education and Capacity-Building Award
16
Cybersecurity Partnership of the Year
17
Cybersecurity Leader of the Year
18
CISO of the Year
19
Woman Cybersecurity Leader of the Year
20
Outstanding Contribution to Cybersecurity and Digital Trust
Previous edition
Moments from Ghana’s leading technology awards platform.
Highlights from the 7th National Technology & Communications Awards 2025 at the Accra Marriott Hotel.
Nomination process
A rigorous path from entry to recognition.
Entries should demonstrate the challenge addressed, the response implemented and the value created.
Select
Choose the most relevant award category.
Describe
Present the challenge, response and implementation.
Evidence
Provide measurable results and verifiable support.
Review
Independent assessment and committee validation.
Recognise
Final notification and official presentation.
Assessment criteria
Merit measured consistently.
Each eligible entry is scored against a transparent, weighted framework.
- Measurable impact25%
- Leadership & strategic relevance20%
- Innovation & effectiveness20%
- Implementation & collaboration15%
- Responsibility, privacy & governance10%
- Sustainability & scalability10%
Partnership opportunities
Stand with Ghana’s
digital trust leaders.
Align your organisation with responsible innovation, cyber resilience, workforce development and executive leadership.
Request partnership prospectus ↗01Title Partner
02Strategic Cybersecurity Partner
03Digital Trust Partner
04Data Protection Partner
05Responsible AI Partner
06Research & Knowledge Partner
Attend the awards
Join the leaders shaping a trusted digital future.
Frequently asked questions
Useful information
before you enter.
Who may submit a nomination?+
Organisations, individuals, industry bodies, public institutions, academic organisations and members of the public may submit eligible nominations.
Can a nominee enter more than one category?+
Yes. Nominees may enter multiple relevant categories, subject to the published submission rules.
Are international companies eligible?+
Yes, where the nominated work was implemented in Ghana or created significant and verifiable value within Ghana’s digital ecosystem.
Does a nomination guarantee an award?+
No. A nomination, invitation or finalist designation does not guarantee recognition.
How are entries assessed?+
Eligible entries undergo evidence review, independent research, weighted scoring, committee review and conflict-of-interest controls.
Should confidential security information be submitted?+
No classified, restricted or operationally sensitive information should be disclosed. Use appropriately summarised or independently verifiable evidence.
Nominations 2026
Help us recognise those
securing Ghana’s future.
Nominate an organisation, initiative or leader demonstrating excellence in cybersecurity and digital trust.
Submit a nomination ↗Contact the Secretariat
Connect with The Technology Boardroom.
Location58 Mansour Street
Parakuo Estates, Dome
Accra, Ghana
Parakuo Estates, Dome
Accra, Ghana
Telephone+233 24 741 5140