More than 800 delegates from more than 100 countries around the world are expected to attend the first Global Conference on Cyber Capacity Building (GC3B), to be held in Accra from 29 to 30 November.
The two-day event, themed ‘Cyber Resilience for Development’, is a collaboration between the Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation, the Cybersecurity Directorate, the Global Forum for Cyber Expertise (GFCE), the Cyber Peace Institute, the World Bank and the World Economic Forum. It would be held. .
Dr. Antwi Boasiako (fifth from the right) and other participants after the event.
Addressing the media at a ministerial press conference in Accra yesterday, Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Director-General of the Cyber Security Agency, said the GC3B meeting brings together a diverse group of high-level decision-makers and practitioners from each country. He said the purpose was to collect. governments, international organizations, the private sector, civil society, and academia.
He said cyber resilience and capacity building not only plays a key role in realizing and supporting the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, but also supports cyber capacity building programs and the will to leverage and create opportunities. It also aims to raise awareness and need among decision-makers, he said.
“Expectations for this event include developing a global cyber capacity building agenda, improving coordination mechanisms and increasing resources for cyber resilience,” said Dr. Antwi Boasiako.
He said the upcoming conference was a great opportunity for Ghana to establish itself as a leader in cybersecurity development in Africa, and urged all stakeholders to actively participate in the event to ensure effective outcomes. encouraged them to participate.
He said the event is expected to foster networking opportunities, promote cyber capacity building efforts, and increase the country’s awareness and engagement on global cybersecurity issues.
“The influx of delegates is also expected to bring economic value to the country’s tourism sector,” added Dr. Antwi Boasiako.
The Cybersecurity Commissioner reiterated that the media is recognized as an important partner in promoting cyber awareness and called on the media to continue educating the public on the importance of cybersecurity.
He said Ghana’s journey towards becoming a cybersecurity champion had already achieved significant results.
“The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has actively participated in various committees and groups, including the African Cyber Expert Community, to facilitate Ghana’s accession as the 88th member of the GFCE. This paved the way for Japan to secure the right to host GC3B.
“The country’s impressive ranking in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), which reached 86.69 percent in 2020, further cemented its reputation as a hub for cybersecurity in the sub-Saharan region,” said Dr. Antwi Boasiako. Ta.
Christopher Painter, Chairman of the Global Forum for Cyber Expertise (GFCE) Foundation, said as the world eagerly looks forward to the GC3B meeting, Ghana is leading the discussion and cooperation in the critical area of cyber security and is leading the way in the world of cyber expertise. He said he is ready to contribute to the initiative. A safer digital future.
The event was attended by Chris Painter, Chairman of the Global Forum for Cyber Expertise, and members of the Cybersecurity Authority Board. Member of the Joint Cybersecurity Committee. ISACA Accra Chapter President Daniel Gyampo and Ghana ICT Professional Association Secretary General David Gow.