Crime & Punishment of Thursday, 2 April 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has cautioned the public to remain vigilant following a sharp rise in online scams during the Easter season. According to the CSA, cybercriminals are increasingly taking advantage of the festive occasion to defraud unsuspecting victims, with cases of online fraud rising in the first quarter of 2026. Cybersecurity is a constant battle, not a destination – Dr Asiama“Between January and March 2026, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) received 720 cases of online fraud. This represents a significant increase of 113% (an additional 382 cases) compared to the 338 cases recorded during the same period in 2025. After the unsuspecting victims engage and pay (usually to a mobile money wallet) for products, the scammers block them and fail to deliver,” the statement noted.

Source: GhanaWeb April 03, 2026 01:21 UTC