Ghana: Ministry of Trade and Industry closed consultation on Consumer Protection Policy

On 31 March 2023, the Ministry of Trade and Industry closed the public consultation on the Consumer Protection Policy. The next phase involves evaluating the submissions, finalising policy recommendations, and drafting regulatory provisions for further governmental review and implementation. The consultation, which commenced on 1 December 2022, sought input on online consumer rights, electronic transactions, data security, digital advertising, and dispute resolution mechanisms.