Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Founder of the e-Crime Bureau and former Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), has underscored the importance of sustained national collaboration in safeguarding Ghana’s digital space. He made the remarks during the official launch of his new book, “The Republic: A Professional Journey, Ghana’s Cybersecurity and The Making of a Role Model Country.”
The book captures nearly 15 years of Ghana’s cybersecurity evolution—from the early days of fragmented structures to the country’s emergence as a globally recognized Tier-1 cybersecurity nation. It blends national milestones with the author’s professional experiences, offering a detailed account of how Ghana built a resilient digital security ecosystem.
The launch event brought together high-profile figures from government, industry, academia, civil society, and the diplomatic community. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, who served as Special Guest of Honour, acknowledged the contributions of successive administrations—beginning as far back as President John Agyekum Kufuor, through President John Dramani Mahama, and into the current era—to the cybersecurity journey. Read Also: Ekumfi, Asebu fruit growers hail Ato Forson and Government for abolishing 20% export tax
Speaking to journalists, Dr. Antwi-Boasiako stressed that Ghana’s progress has been the result of continuity, bipartisan commitment, and strong partnerships across sectors.
“We’ve achieved this collectively,” he said. “Any attempt to deviate from that principle could affect how well we consolidate the little we have achieved.”
He explained that Ghana’s impressive 99.27% score in global cybersecurity assessments reflects strong institutional frameworks, laws, and national structures—but warned that the real work is just beginning.
Dr. Antwi-Boasiako emphasized the need to strengthen technical capacity, deepen collaboration, and invest in enforcement mechanisms, while also empowering citizens to practice safe digital habits.
A significant portion of his message focused on protecting vulnerable groups—especially children and young women—who continue to face increasing cyberbullying, online exploitation, and other digital risks. http://www.ghanaweb.com
“The malicious actors are active. We have a vulnerable population—females, young people who are being bullied,” he noted.
He called for intensified public awareness campaigns and dedicated funding to the Cyber Security Authority, stressing that sustainable financing is essential for national protection.
“We need to finance cybersecurity. We need to empower and resource the CSA to lead public awareness creation.”
Dr. Antwi-Boasiako concluded by urging government and stakeholders to maintain the spirit of continuity, cooperation, and investment that has brought Ghana this far.
