Accreditation and licensing for IT providers and professionals.
Every firm and practitioner supplying information technology to Ghana's public sector must hold current NITA accreditation. Here is exactly what that involves.
How to apply
Create a provider account
Register on the provider portal with your company details and a designated contact officer.
Upload statutory documents
Certificate of incorporation, commencement, tax clearance, SSNIT clearance and audited accounts.
Evidence competency
Staff CVs, certifications, and at least two reference projects in the categories you are applying for.
Pay the category fee
Fees vary by category and provider size. Payment is made through the government ePayment platform.
Assessment & issue
Technical assessment within 15 working days. Approved providers appear on the public register.
Accreditation categories
Systems integration & software development
Bespoke build, integration and maintenance
Networking & infrastructure
Structured cabling, LAN/WAN, wireless, power
Hosting, cloud & data centre
Requires a hosting licence in addition
Cybersecurity services
Assessment, monitoring, incident response
Hardware supply & maintenance
Devices, servers, peripherals, warranty service
Training & advisory
ICT capacity building and consultancy