Ghana and UK strengthen cybersecurity cooperation through high-level talks

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) of Ghana has hosted a high-level delegation from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) this week. The meeting, led by CSA's Ag. Director-General Divine Selase Agbeti and UK delegation head David Gale of the British High Commission in Accra, focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation to combat evolving cyber threats. 

The discussions centered on three critical areas of partnership: safeguarding Ghana's Critical Information Infrastructure (CII), strengthening Child Online Protection (COP) initiatives, and improving cybersecurity information-sharing mechanisms between the two nations. Both parties emphasized the borderless nature of cyber threats and the necessity of international cooperation to build robust digital defenses. 

"Cyber threats recognize no geographical boundaries," stated Ag. Director-General Agbeti following the productive engagement. "Strategic partnerships like this with the UK allow us to pool expertise, share threat intelligence, and collectively strengthen our cybersecurity posture for a safer digital ecosystem." 

Mr. Gale, Head of Security Cooperation at the British High Commission, highlighted the UK's commitment to supporting Ghana's cybersecurity development: "This collaboration represents our shared vision for a secure digital future. By combining our resources and knowledge, we can better protect critical systems and vulnerable groups like children in the online space." 

The meeting builds upon existing cybersecurity cooperation between Ghana and the UK, coming at a time when both nations face increasing sophisticated cyber attacks targeting government systems, businesses, and individuals.

As Ghana continues to implement its National Cybersecurity Policy and establish itself as a regional cybersecurity leader, partnerships with technologically advanced nations like the UK provide valuable opportunities for knowledge transfer and technical assistance.

By:  Nana Appiah Acquaye