Ghana and Kenya Confront Digital Exploitation: A Test of International Accountability

In what should alarm every proponent of personal liberty and national sovereignty, Ghana and Kenya face a troubling test of their ability to protect citizens from covert digital exploitation by a foreign actor. Authorities in both countries have launched investigations into a man believed to be a Russian national accused of secretly recording sexual encounters with several women — an egregious violation of privacy that has sparked public outrage across Africa. How Did This Breach of Privacy Cross Borders So Easily? Ghana’s government swiftly responded by summoning Russia’s ambassador to demand cooperation in bringing the perpetrator to justice. Communication Minister...