Ghana Appoints New Gaming Commission Board
Ghana’s Ministry of the Interior has inaugurated a new 11-member governing board for the Gaming Commission, tasked with guiding regulatory reforms and strengthening oversight of the country’s gaming sector.
Legal Reforms and Oversight at the Centre of New Board’s Mandate
Ghana has officially appointed a new board to govern its Gaming Commission, as the country prepares for a regulatory overhaul to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving gambling landscape. The board was inaugurated on June 12 by Minister for the Interior Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, who emphasised the urgency of updating the country’s regulatory framework in light of global technological shifts, including artificial intelligence.
Lawyer James Enu will serve as Chairperson of the 11-member body, joined by figures from both public and private sectors, including legal, academic and law enforcement professionals. A representative from the Ministry of Finance is also expected to be appointed soon.
The board’s mission is clear: to position the Gaming Commission as a leading regulatory body in sub-Saharan Africa, while aligning Ghana’s laws with international standards. The appointment comes at a time when the country’s existing Gaming Act is seen as outdated and in need of significant revision.
Policy Direction and Infrastructure Development in Focus
In his address, Minister Mohammed underscored the importance of finalising and passing a new Legislative Instrument (LI), currently under review by the Attorney General’s office. The LI is expected to enhance the implementation of the Gaming Act and bring local regulation in line with global best practices. He also praised the Commission’s recent work on infrastructure, including a new head office in Accra and regional centres across the country.
Despite these achievements, the minister warned of persistent issues facing the sector, such as underage gambling and unlicensed operations—particularly in mining regions. He committed to backing the board’s efforts to address these challenges through stronger oversight and sustainable policy development.
Chairman James Enu called on fellow board members to provide strategic guidance to the Commission and reaffirmed their collective responsibility to meet public and governmental expectations. He also expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama for their appointments and pledged to support the Commission’s regulatory evolution.
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