A book authored by Dr Albert Antwi-Boasiako, the former Director-General of Ghana's Cyber Security Authority, has been selected for exhibition at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The book, titled The Republic: A Professional Journey, Ghana's Cybersecurity and the Making of a Role Model Country, was among a select group of publications featured in the book exhibition during the congress, which attracted more than 5,000 participants from about 97 countries. The event took place from September 26 to October 1, 2026.
Published in November 2025, the book chronicles Dr Antwi-Boasiako's professional journey and provides a first-hand account of Ghana's cybersecurity development, including the contribution of key actors and the evolution of institutions, policies and initiatives that have shaped the country's cybersecurity landscape.
The selection followed a recommendation by members of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice community for the inclusion of the book in the congress exhibit. The Chair of the 34th Session of the Commission, His Excellency José Antonio Zabalgotia, said the book was among those that remind the international community of the values, courage, determination and resilience of authentic heroes from around the world whose actions are a source of inspiration. He said such works remind the international community that the main objective of collective work is to attain just and peaceful societies in all nations.
The letter further described the book as a valuable addition to the exhibition, which seeks to strengthen the international community's commitment to enhanced cooperation in addressing public security challenges. In keeping with this purpose, the book was displayed during the congress alongside other selected publications, providing delegates and participants from around the world the opportunity to discover Ghana's cybersecurity development journey.
Following the conclusion of the congress, the copy of the book is being retained in a library in Abu Dhabi as part of the historical collections of the Commission, extending the reach of the book beyond the congress and preserving its account of Ghana's cybersecurity journey for future readers.
Commenting on the selection and exhibition of the book, Dr Antwi-Boasiako said the work was a record of efforts that were never his alone. "The Republic is a record of work that was never mine alone. It reflects the efforts of many colleagues, partners, and public service officials who helped build Ghana's cybersecurity foundations. To see the book being selected by the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice was entirely unexpected, and I accept the honour on behalf of everyone who shared in that journey," he said.
The exhibition of the book at the congress provides an international platform for sharing Ghana's cybersecurity experience, as documented through the professional journey and first-hand account presented in the book.
The Republic details the story of how vision, courage and collaboration shaped a digital future once thought beyond reach. It offers a behind-the-scenes look at Ghana's cybersecurity development from the early formative days to a decade of global recognition, tracing how a shared national vision, led by committed individuals across government, public service, industry and international partnerships, built one of Africa's most respected cybersecurity ecosystems.
At its heart is the personal journey of the author, a key architect of the transformation, whose reflections reveal the challenges, opportunities, turning points and triumphs that defined Ghana's rise as a tier-one role model country for the African continent and the Global South.
More than a history, the book is a tribute to leadership that delivers results, grounded in focus, patriotism and purpose. It is also an invitation to readers to reimagine what determined citizens and visionary public service can achieve together.
