Ghana: Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772) including fair marketing and advertising practice requirement was signed by the President

On 18 December 2008, the President signed the Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772) into law. The Act includes consumer protection measures, mandating that suppliers in electronic transactions provide consumers with essential information such as the supplier's full name, legal status, physical address, and contact details. Additionally, suppliers must disclose the main characteristics of goods or services, pricing, payment methods, and terms of agreement to enable consumers to make informed decisions. The Act also grants consumers the right to cancel transactions within a specified grace period without penalty.