The Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation has launched an investigation into the cybersecurity breach at MTN Ghana.
In a statement, the ministry revealed that the probe is being conducted in collaboration with the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) and the Data Protection Commission to assess the extent of the breach and ensure that adequate measures are implemented to protect customers.
MTN Ghana confirmed on Monday, April 28, that approximately 5,700 of its customers may have been affected by the recent cybersecurity breach.
The company stated that while its platforms remain fully operational, a forensic investigation is underway to determine the full extent of the breach.
Urging calm among customers, the ministry emphasized that it is also working to determine if any breaches have occurred on the part of the mobile network operator.
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Read the full statement below:
