ACDT calls for immediate forensic audit of Electoral Commission’s IT systems 

The Africa Center for Digital Transformation (ACDT) has issued a strong warning, urging the Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) to conduct an immediate and comprehensive forensic audit of its IT systems.

At a press conference held on October 14, 2024, ACDT's Executive Director, Kwesi Atuahene, raised alarm over the security vulnerabilities within the EC's IT infrastructure, which could potentially compromise the integrity of the upcoming elections.

The EC has come under scrutiny recently, with several key political stakeholders raising concerns about discrepancies in the Provisional Voter Register (PVR) and the potential risks posed by cyberattacks.

The ACDT's call for a forensic audit follows a trend of increasing digital threats worldwide, with electoral bodies becoming prime targets for cyberattacks. "There is evidence of cyberattacks targeting institutions worldwide, including the Electoral Commission of Ghana," Atuahene noted.