Our History
The Ghana Network Operators Group (GhNOG) is a community of network professionals, engineers, and IT experts committed to building Ghana’s Internet infrastructure and security.
Founded in 2009 under the Africa Network Operators Group (AfNOG) E0 Localization Program, GhNOG delivers hands-on technical workshops and collaborative forums that bring together stakeholders from academia, government, industry, and civil society.
In 2025, as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Internet in Ghana, GhNOG continues to empower professionals through training in Scalable Network Infrastructure, CSIRT operations, network management, and emerging Internet technologies.
Who We Are
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Established in 2009
GhNOG was formed through the AfNOG E0 Localization Program, led by the Internet Society Ghana Chapter in collaboration with AfNOG and NSRC. This milestone marked Ghana’s entry into a continental initiative aimed at building local capacity in Internet operations and network engineering.
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Hands-On Workshops
Over the years, GhNOG has organized intensive training programs covering Scalable Network Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Unix/Linux System Administration, and CSIRT operations. These workshops are designed to equip participants with practical skills that can be directly applied in their professional roles.
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Diverse Stakeholders
GhNOG brings together academia, government agencies, private sector companies, and civil society organizations. This diversity ensures that the solutions and skills shared are relevant across multiple sectors, fostering a collaborative approach to Internet development in Ghana.
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Our Tracks
GhNOG is best known for its hands-on technical workshops and annual meetings, which cover critical areas such as:
1. Scalable Network Infrastructure
2. Network Monitoring & Management
3. Unix/Linux System Administration
4. CSIRT Training
5. DNS Operations & Security (DNSSEC)
6. Emergency Telecommunications PreparednessTestimonial
Delivering a track at GhNOG was one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. The enthusiasm and dedication of the participants were inspiring, and the workshop’s impact extends far beyond the training room.
The CSIRT track opened my eyes to new ways of managing security incidents and making sense of threat intelligence feeds. It’s rare to find training this practical and relevant to the Ghanaian cybersecurity landscape.".
"The GhNOG workshop was a game changer for me. The hands-on sessions on Scalable Network Infrastructure helped me solve real challenges at work. I left with both the knowledge and confidence to implement advanced routing protocols in our network."
